NoVa – 4****

Les Foutoukours’ NoVa is a show that perfectly captures the whimsy and magic of innocence and imagination. Set in a beautiful attic full of stacks of books and flickering candles, our two clowns transport us to a world where anything … Read More

Jonny and the Baptists: The Happiness Index 3***

How to describe this show… In 2010 David Cameron was Prime Minister and he was interested in quantifying the happiness of the nation. Our two on stage performers have picked up this idea and used it as the loose basis … Read More

Jessie Cave -Ecstatic Display 3***

The vast stage in Assembly Roxy is preset with many props, including a shadow puppet display I was wondering what we were in for. Jessie Cave enters somewhat awkwardly, not for her the sass many stand-ups have, explains that she … Read More

Mythos: Ragnarök – 5*****

Mythos: Ragnarök is to my mind one of the most exciting, interesting and downright fun pieces of theatre I’ve ever seen. The premise is simple enough to put in a tagline – Norse mythology told through professional wrestling.

Now, I … Read More

The Magic of Terry Pratchett – 3***

Based on his unofficial (but apparently, not objected to) biography of the phenomenally successful and prolific British author Sir Terry Pratchett, Marc Burrows’ show combines lecture and stand-up to tell the story of the late lamented author up until his … Read More

Timeless 4****

Brought to Edinburgh Fringe by Prime and LYDC ‘Timeless’ is a celebration of life through the ages. There are dancers ranging from teenagers to people in the their 70’s and 80’s

The opening dance was lovely to observe as … Read More

5 Mistakes That Changed History 4****

This charming show perfectly combines history, storytelling and comedy. Self-proclaimed nerd Paul Coulter takes us on an hour-long tour of some of the greatest mistakes in history. We covered 5 stories from various historical periods, each interspersed with jokes and … Read More

The Listies ROFL – 5*****

The Listies ROFL is a hilarious whirlwind of entertainment that had the entire audience, young and old, in laughter from beginning to end. Matt and Rich, an Australian team, perfectly capture the frantic energy of bedtime shenanigans in a show … Read More

Ten Thousand Hours – 5*****

Ten Thousand Hours’ distinctive blend of raw physicality and artistry captivated the crowd from the time the lights dimmed and the performers set up. Gravity & Other Myths has once again produced a breathtaking production that honours commitment, technique, and … Read More

CHALLENGE – 3***

CHALLENGE presents a unique blend of non-verbal comedy, traditional Japanese sword fighting, and an unexpected appearance by a famous TikToker, @uespiiiiii. The show’s description promises laughter, tears, juggling, and dancing, but what unfolds on stage is nothing short of bizarre.

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