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Theatre 2009 Archives - One4Review

Janis

August 24, 2009 |

* * * * 4 stars

I am of an age to remember the talented performer that was Janis Joplin, just. I was kinda young, but knew parts of the life story of the hedonistic singer that was taken from … Read More

Becoming Marilyn

August 24, 2009 |

* * * * * 5 stars

On stage we see the late grate phenomenon that is Marilyn Monroe. As we get to know this Icon we see more and more of Norma Jean. The question is could one ever … Read More

Faust In The Box

August 24, 2009 |

* * * * 4 stars

Looking like most peoples vision of a mime artiste, all in black with a white painted face, Bridge Markland, who is apparently a Berlin transformation artist, performs Goethe’s “Faust”.

We have a giant box … Read More

Bob’s Date

August 23, 2009 |

* * * * 4 stars

Bob is going on a date. The first time for nearly two years since he had his heart broken by some woman. Obviously there  are potential problems, but don’t worry, the guys are there … Read More

Burn

August 23, 2009 |

* * * * 4 stars

Theatre is a difficult medium to stage at the Fringe I always think. I am of the opinion that tried and tested favourites often don’t attract large audiences, new writing is often so hit … Read More

My Name is Sue

August 23, 2009 |

* * * * 4 stars

We meet Sue as she sits at her piano. At first glance she is a bit of a nobody. Her lank drab appearance with hair like Wednesday from the Adam’s Family. When she talks … Read More

RE………

August 23, 2009 |

* * * 3 stars

Amy (Susie Chrystal) stands centre stage on late night TV with callers attempting to win cash by guessing what the word beginning with Re.. could be. In cages either side of the stage stand two … Read More

Tap & Chat With Lionel Blair

August 23, 2009 |

* * * * 4 stars

Lionel Blair has performed in almost every genre possible except perhaps stand-up comedy. Despite having been in the business for over 60 years this is Mr Blair’s first Fringe, which he celebrates by doing … Read More

Auld Sangs And New Rhymes: The Life of Burns

August 23, 2009 |

* * * * 4 stars

It is an ambitious, indeed courageous, project to stage a two act play in words and song depicting the life and works of Robert Burns in the unusual ‘theatre in the round’ seating style. … Read More

Peter Duncan’s Daft & Dangerous

August 23, 2009 |

* * * * * 5 stars

Probably best known to several generations as a Blue Peter presenter, Peter Duncan takes the opportunity of this Fringe to tell those who will listen more about his life. I saw him in … Read More