Rule of Three : The Sketch-Com

**** 4 Star

As a rule I don’t really count myself a huge fan of sketch comedy, but when I came across Rule of Three a couple of years ago I was really impressed with the company and their show … Read More

Tara Flynn : Big Noise

**** 4 Stars

I have been a fan of Tara Flynn for a few years now and feel this talented Irish lady deserves to be a far bigger star than she already is. In recent times I have mainly seen … Read More

The Godley Hour

*****  5 Stars

 I have been well aware of Glasgow funny woman Janey Godley for a number of years now, but due to the fact that the reviewing ticket was always claimed by the boss, or failing that Diane from … Read More

Lewis Schaffer Free Until Famous

*** 3 Stars

For the last two Fringes I have been advised, cajoled, bullied and very nearly bribed to go and see the New York City born comedian, but due to one reason or another I never made it. That … Read More

Celebrity Autobiography

4 stars ****

This show promises to tell us about celebrities in their own words, although I doubt the celebrities in question ever thought that their words could be used against them to such devastatingly hilarious effect.

The premise is … Read More

MacKenzie Taylor: No Straightjacket Required

4 stars ****

It is not always a good idea to attempt to repeat an experience I have found. However, I so enjoyed this show last year that when I saw that MacKenzie was treating Edinburgh Fringe goers to a … Read More

Bethany Black : Love and a Colt 45

* * * 3 stars

I saw Bethany Black last year and was fascinated by her set, which was based around her decision to change gender and the subsequent emotional upheaval she went through.  I found it both engaging and … Read More

The Late Show

* * * * * 5 stars

It’s almost 1am.  Why am I standing in the Jelly Belly at this time of the night waiting for a show to START?  Why am I not snuggled up in my bed back … Read More

Pappy’s Fun Club’s World Record Attempt : 200 Sketches in an Hour

* * * * * 5 stars

My expectations were high as Pappy’s Fun Club (Ben, Brendan, Matthew and Tom) bounded onto the Pleasance One stage, and for the next hour I wasn’t disappointed. The premise of this sketch show … Read More

Rob Rouse: My Family…and The Dog That Scared Jesus

* * * 3 stars

Rob Rouse’s show is about the two recent additions to his family; his dog Ronnie and his son Lenny (although to be honest, it’s mostly about the dog). There are plenty of laughs to be … Read More