Showstopper! The improvised musical 5*****

This is the 15th year of Showstoppers! at the Fringe. On previous years we have not seen this as my 12 year old reviewer is not keen on musicals. This year however we thought we’d give it a try and … Read More

Dr Jo Prendergast: Cool Mum 4****

Finding shows for tweens and teens can be tricky. This is the first comedy show I’ve been able to bring my twelve year along to and she loved it. Dr Jo is a New Zealand based psychiatrist. She is the … Read More

Chelsea Birkby: This Is Life, Cheeky Cheeky 3.5***

Chelsea Birkby is so warm and charming, that it is unfortunate that her show feels less like comedy than a lecture from a enthusiastic but bemused newly qualified academic. She is positive and endearing, but her show seems to not … Read More

The Dream of Being a Madame – 4****

The audience are greeted on arrival by Lairs, who welcomes us to her wedding, and we are all given a small gift to celebrate her marriage. Lairs’ breathless excitement is infectious, but with the introduction of her sceptical friend May … Read More

Jack Skipper : Skint 4.5****

Jack Skipper is a former carpet fitter from South London turned full time comedian. He references the title of his show. It seems that his new found success and fame has not yet quite transferred into material wealth. But with … Read More

Cartoooon!! 5*****

This unicycle acrobatics act is a total treat, with a perfect blend of fun and talent that will keep you amused from beginning to end. The performance opens with a hint of mystery, laying the groundwork for an experience full … Read More

A Bee Story 5*****

Returning to the stage, A Bee Story delights audiences with a mesmerising blend of acrobatics, music, and storytelling. The queen bee’s dramatic entrance, aided by the devoted worker bee, sets the tone for a performance that’s enchanting.

The story unfolds … Read More

Josh Glanc- Family Man 4.5****

Josh Glanc is an Australian comedian who moved to London from Melbourne to chase his ambition of working in the showbiz industry and I for one am glad he did. Josh enters the auditorium wearing unusual attire that instantly gets … Read More

Bella Humphries: Square Peg 3***

This was a show of two parts, though Bella Humphries’ massive smile and hugely expressive face is ever present. The initial part of the show, the sort of getting to know you bit, delivered solid observational stand up material. Solid … Read More

Isabelle Farah: Nebuchadnezzar 3.5***

This show has a refreshingly original framing; ostensibly it’s an examination of Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon – the one who built the hanging gardens. Just under the surface it’s also got topical satire and modern social commentary. It’s a bit … Read More