Mark Nelson Irreverence 4****

Mark Nelson is one of many talented Scottish comics that are making a name for themselves in the comedy world, yet he is almost as well known for being the father of 3 year old Isla who together produce News … Read More

Jonny Pelham: Just Shout Louder 4****

It’s been a busy year for Jonny Pelham with many changes and a new-found confidence. Being fairly inexperienced romantically he decided to give internet dating a try, he amusingly describes his physical flaws which he thought were getting in the … Read More

Shazia Mirza – With Love from St Tropez 4****

One can always be assured when attending a Shazia Mirza gig is that proceeding are in a safe pair of hands and that the show will be delightfully written and laces through with enough funny lines to please almost every … Read More

Robin Ince’s Rorschach Test 4****

This show is going to be different every single day, because Robin Ince has just so much he wants to say, so many works of art he wants to share with us, and so many interesting anecdotes (yes, some of … Read More

Terry Alderton: All Crazy Now 2**

As a newcomer to Terry Alderton’s work, I should have paid more attention to the title of the show. It was crazy, random, and at times, hard to follow.

Alderton is the sort of act that’s very full-on. The front … Read More

Tom Stade: I Swear 3***

Tom Stade is a big, loud presence, even in a room as large as the Gilded Balloon’s Debating Hall. He may not have filled all the seats, but he easily filled the space on stage with his high energy constant … Read More

Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show 4****

The long table full of science equipment, some covered up, bodes well for an interesting show. But will it also be exciting throughout? Will it genuinely be spectacular?

The answer is of course, yes. Mark Thompson says his aim is … Read More

Kid/Dub 5*****

Kid/Dub is the children’s version of the highly successful Hot Dub Time Machine. This version has the same features as the original – DJ, music ranging from the 1950s to present day, large screen, props. The only difference with Kid/Dub … Read More

Christopher Macarthur-Boyd – The Boyd With The Thorn in His Side 3***

I guess this may have not been the ideal gig to see Christopher Macarthur- Boyd really perform at his best as there were a number of things against him, some won’t change, and others could His venue is a nice … Read More

Tom Houghton – Class Half Empty 5*****

I had seen Tom Houghton a few times in his previous role as part of the Noise Next Door so knew the guy had a fair bit of talent but stand-up is another thing. Could he cut it? Could he? … Read More