One Hour Only

***

From the very high attendance and an audience composed of all ages, Sabrina Mahfouz’s play on the subject of brothel sex is creating much interest. The play is set in a bedroom in an expensive London brothel.

Marley (Nadia … Read More

Winston on the Run

***

It is Winston Churchill as an old man that we can remember best from old black and white film footage. He was an old man for a long time, passing away, aged 91, in 1965. But go back over … Read More

Tam O’Shanter

*****

At the outset, let me declare that I am a Scot. Furthermore, a number of years ago I was asked to name my favourite poem. I instantly replied Tam O’Shanter. Thus the poem is ingrained in my psyche. First … Read More

Rod is God

***

Rod as God has a bright opening, flags in the middle and loses credibility towards the end. Somehow the script felt like an early draft. The main theme within the play is duping the public to blindly believe in … Read More

The Girl With No Heart

**

This show is a good effort. The actors and puppeteers are skilful, the music and lighting effects enhanced the scenes. The origami, some of it done with one hand from one person, and another hand from another … Read More

The Lad Himself

****

Mark Brailsford’s portrayal of Tony Hancock is totally realistic. Dressed in hat and overcoat, the look, the facial mannerisms and the voice, it’s as if the ‘The Lad Himself’ had walked on to the stage. Such was Hancock’s fame, … Read More

Shopping Centre by Matthew Osborne

***

Last year I reviewed Matthew Osborne’s play Cul-de-Sac favourably. However, I do have a real problem with his solo performance play this year. In the Fringe booklet it is billed as a Comedy but this is most certainly not … Read More

Simple Matters

**

Simple Matters is a clown group of 5 performers, 2 guys and 3 girls. They perform a number of routines some funny, others tasteless.

Given their early afternoon timing when a family audience is likely to be interested, one … Read More

Rubies in the Attic

*****

Attired in individually designed costumes splashed with ruby red, the four Ruby Dolls ooze class and style. Their performance is a triumph of musical theatre versatility. I sensed watching them that much love had gone into crafting this show … Read More

A Real Man’s Guide to Sainthood

*****

Having enjoyed Milk Productions show last year Bluebeard: A Fairytale for Adults, I know the company has a flair for original and imaginative theatre. This year their version of George being plucked from obscurity to become a Saint has … Read More