The Greatest Magic Show – 5*****

It takes quite a high opinion of yourself to title your show ‘The Greatest Magic Show’ however before the show even starts we were fully entertained and engaged. As we queued outside we were met with the ringmaster, handing out … Read More

The Slightly Annoying Elephant – 2**

Sam is a young person who’s been left home alone and while his mum is out, the TV is on, that is until there’s a knock at the door! You may have heard this one before, and if you’ve ever … Read More

Mark Nelson – Bits & Pieces 4.5****

This is Mark Nelson’s 10th Fringe and he has plenty to say in this incredibly funny hour long show. A lot has happened in the past 12 months and he reminds us quite vividly of some of the highlights.

Be … Read More

Trainspotting Live 5*****

I don’t know what I’ve just seen. But I know I loved it. The show takes place deep in the bowels of the EICC. Had we not been supplied with glow sticks at the front door you might be forgiven … Read More

Mustard – 5*****

When E receives a call from her former lover, she drops everything in Ireland to rush over to London to see him. They have been apart for almost a year and, as a result, she has endured a period of … Read More

Chloe Petts – Transcience 5*****

Can this really be Chloe Petts debut Edinburgh Show? The facts would say so , but given the confidence she exhibits, a set stuffed to the gunwales with hilarious gags and anecdotes one could think she’s been here for years. … Read More

The Aretha Franklin Story 4****

You will find the performance of The Aretha Franklin story at Symposium Hall. This has become one of my favourite venues this year. The garden area outside provides a chilled out place to relax before your performance and the staff … Read More

There’s No Mystery in Murder 5*****

Northern Corner’s four person cast delivers an outstanding performance that draws you into a village drama.

Rothersdale is a quiet little village in Yorkshire where nothing much really happens. The biggest crime they’ve ever had was a stolen prize winning … Read More

Adults Only Magic Show 5*****

I have to admit, I’m not the biggest fan of magic shows, but the Adult Magic Show is something I’ve never seen before.

High energy, audience participation, clever tricks and a wee bit of nudity combine to make this a … Read More

Sara Barron – Hard Feelings 4****

Sara Barron has lived, loved, married and procreated in the UK for more than ten years now, but has still retained her ‘American Energy’, something she injects into her latest offering this Fringe. Sara prowls he stage area, interacts with … Read More