Kai Humphries – Kaibosh 4****

The first time that Kai Humphries name came to my attention was way back in 2010 when I saw his first Edinburgh show and was more than a little impressed.

Since then Humphries has been a regular performer at the … Read More

Robin Grainger – People Pleaser 5*****

A year or two ago Robin Grainger played his Edinburgh show to one audient.  This caused him to be catapulted into the spotlight both nationally and internationally.

No such problem now, Grainger who has always been a top comic is … Read More

Jo Caulfield – Bad Mood Rising 4.5 ****

Another of the Fringe artists who has a loyal following at the Fringe is Edinburgh based Jo Caulfield. She has been a Fringe institution for more years than most and can always be guaranteed to deliver an hour of … Read More

Paul Sinha –  2 Sinha Lifetime 4.5***

To many Paul Sinha is best known as ‘The Sinnerman’ from the ITV quiz programme ‘The Chace’. To others he is an accomplished stand-up comedian first and foremost, 30 years in the industry, but whatever he is known for Stand … Read More

Gareth Mutch – Maybe Tomorrow 5****

Gareth Mutch has been an in-demand comic on the scene for a few years now and it is  not hard to understand why he had a sell-out show on the night I went to witness his offering this Fringe.

Resplendent … Read More

Gavin Webster: – The Gathering of the Gav 4 ½ ****

Perennial Geordie visitor to the Fringe, Gavin Webster returns once more doing what he does best, entertaining the afternoon clientele who have come to his gathering. Warming up the chuckle muscles initially, prompting gales of laughter prior to posing the … Read More

Ooft! – Jay Lafferty 5*****

I have seen Jay Lafferty perform on stage for more than 20 years and I have always admired her work, writing and dedication. Is there a harder working comic around? A top comedy host, a podcaster, never far away from … Read More

Seymour Mace Does Things with Stuff 4 ½ ****

For more than a decade one of the first shows I try to see during each Fringe is Seymour Mace, eager to witness what pearls he has on offer each year. Mace is the oft nominated Geordie comic who has … Read More

Red Raw The Stand Comedy Club 4★★★★

Red Raw is an institution —an unpredictable, fast-paced night where new talent shares the stage with rising stars and established acts testing fresh material. Split into three sections, the format keeps the laughs coming and the audience on its toes.

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Raul Kohli – Raul Britannia 4****

Banter, brilliance, and the baffling business of being British.

It’s fitting that Raul Kohli brings Raul Britannia back to Edinburgh, the city where it all kicked off. Walking on stage in a classic 1996 Newcastle United shirt with “Shearer” on … Read More