Rory O’Hanlon – The Best of Me 4.5 ****

Rory O’Hanlon first came to my attention in 2011 when I was fliered by him in a queue. His gift of the gab convinced me to see his show and I wasn’t disappointed. Further visits over the years have also … Read More

Laura Smyth Living My Best Life 4****

You may recognise Laura from TV shows such as Live at the Apollo and the Jonathon Ross Show amongst others.

Laura brings her show to Edinburgh with a beaming smile and ponders what makes her think she is indeed Living … Read More

Mark Bittlestone – I Need a Straight Guy 4****

Mark Bittlestone’s “I Need a Straight Guy” is a laugh-out-loud exploration of modern gay life, blending humour with keen social commentary. A social media sensation known for his clever skits that mock gay stereotypes, Bittlestone brings his online persona to … Read More

Nerine Skinner -The Exorcism of Liz Truss 4.5 ****

I suppose there won’t be too many people who will lament the shortness of Liz Truss’s tenure as Prime Minister, and the few nightmare weeks she was in charge. Maybe Nerine Skinner was one, as she made the most of … Read More

Swamplesque 4****

This is a Shrek themed burlesque drag show. Quite a combination. The show is created by the award winning Australian Trigger Happy who is also the lead performer.

It is silly, wild and melodramatic at times. The dancing and the … Read More

Kyle Ayers Presents: Hard to Say 4****

Kyle Ayers’ show Hard to Say is a poignant blend of dark humour and raw honesty, offering a glimpse into the life of someone living with Trigeminal Neuralgia, often referred to as the “Suicide Disease” due to its crippling pain. … Read More

Joni Mitchell: Take Me as I Am 5*****

Mesmerising! The barefooted Contessa of Laurel Canyon IS in town.

It’s 1976. Canadian singer/songwriter Joni Mitchell has been out on the road for some time and is glad to be home. She’s just completed her soon to be classic album … Read More

Diva – Live From Hell! 5*****

Luke Bayer is sensational, seamlessly playing every character in this musical about rivalry, vengeance, and killer ambition. Accompanied by an exceptional live band, he brings this devilishly entertaining story to life.

Bayer delivers an electrifying portrayal of Desmond Channing, the … Read More

Jo Carley and the Old Dry Skulls 4****

Jo Carley and the Old Dry Skulls is an energetic three-hander band, driving along in zydaco/Appalachian/Nashville style which they describe as Voodoo, Blues, Zombie, Monster and Rock n Roll.

Jo is striking and has a beautiful singing voice, sometimes playing … Read More

Serious Theatre from Serious People 4.5****

Despite the title, there is not a lot of seriousness about this show as the two female performers play several characters, jumping on and off the stage as the characters are rotated throughout the show. Even before the show starts … Read More