Simon Evans – Shadow Play – 4.5****

In his show “Shadow Play”, Simon Evans entertains us to his latest Edinburgh Fringe adventure, 30 years since his first performance in the capital. This most eloquent veteran of the comedy scene is as sharp as a pin even though … Read More

Cecily Hitchcock : Family Recipe 4****

Cecily Hitchcock’s family recipes do feature in her debut Fringe hour of comedy but there is so much more her to unpack. Much of Cecily’s very quirky observations are of growing up in the uninspiring millennial new town of Cambourne. … Read More

Pierre Novellie – Okay, One More Then Bedtime – 5*****

Since Pierre Novellie’s last outing at The Edinburgh Fringe, he’s had a lot going on in his life, and that’s what makes up the content in his new show, “Okay, One More Then Bedtime”.

He’s been touring the length and … Read More

Already Here 3.5***

Susan’s a middle-aged writer from West Virginia who lost her husband Clayton to cancer 7 years ago and struggles to cope with the lack of companionship and love, she has a young daughter but misses intimacy yet has reservations about … Read More

Robin Grainger – Lemonade 5*****

There is a saying that if life gives you lemons, then make lemonade. Robin Grainger has had quite a few donations of citrus fruit over the years but given plenty of comedic skill, hard work and his likeable personality he … Read More

Penelope: 4****

At the Edinburgh Fringe, it’s hard to find an original musical that actually works. Usually, it’s a parody from students or something trying to cash in on a trend or movement, with very little to offer.

Penelope is the exception. … Read More

Dracula: Lucy’s Dream 5*****

A gothic fever dream, Dracula: Lucy’s Dream takes Bram Stoker’s tale and flips it 180 degrees, a choreographed, inhuman puppet show like no other, putting Lucy Westenra front and centre in a dark exploration of desire, sensual control and psychological … Read More

Obie – Making Memories 3***

Obie has been a stalwart of the Scottish comedy scene for 20 years. This year, he’s back, running down his greatest hits, with a board numbered with some of his routines from the past. It’s up to his loyal audience … Read More

The Very Best of Tommy Cooper – Just Like That! 4****

Few British comedians created a character as instantly recognisable as Tommy Cooper. The fez, the booming voice, the physical awkwardness and the apparently effortless ability to make a complete mess of even the simplest magic trick remain instantly familiar. The … Read More

Paul Merton and Suki Webster’s Improv Show 4****

Paul Merton, probably most famous for being a captain on BBC’s Have I got News for You has been a top Improv comedian for eons and together with his wife Suki Webster, also a star of the genre, are as … Read More