Patrick Monahan -Exclusively 4****

I first saw Patrick Monahan … can it really be 18 years ago, and took an instant liking to this very friendly and amiable comedian. And nearly two decades on he is still producing the goods. Teeside born of Irish- … Read More

Alexis Dubus: 3-Star Show 4****

Just to throw a spanner into the works, it has to be said that this is at least a 4-star show, no matter how hard Alexis tries to straddle the EdFringe starcluster midway, and that the shows EdFringe description maintains … Read More

Ian Smith: Crushing 5*****

Ian Smith is such a great storyteller, tirelessly weaving amusing anecdotes and delightfully bizarre observations into an hour of mirth and laughter that rushes past. He masterfully encapsulates and expands irrelevancies into something so much bigger and better than would … Read More

Comedy Reserve at the Dome 3.5***

A selection of new, up coming comedy acts. Carefully selected and well put together. Consists of three acts and one comedy host. All very talented with good material.

The host Kyrah Gray had a relaxed manner and great at … Read More

A Highly Suspect Murder Mystery- Murder on the Disorient Express 4****

I wasn’t sure what to expect with this one. I knew it was interactive but was not sure to what extent. I initially thought “uh oh” when I learned the concept however I thoroughly enjoyed it!

There has been a … Read More

La Clique 5*****

Created by David Bates, La Clique was born at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2004. It continues to wow audiences with its unique jaw dropping circus and outrageous antics.

This year’s show is as brilliant as ever – even if you … Read More

Thrown 4****

Presented by the National Theatre of Scotland at the Travere Theatre, Glasgow based writer and actor Nat McCleary and director Johnny McKnight have created a uniquely Scottish play about the obscure age-old sport of backhold wrestling.

Four wrestlers burst on … Read More

Rizal Van Geyzel: Arrested 4****

Very few comedians would dare tell the same joke four times (at least!) in the same show, let alone do so successfully, and get funnier each time. Mr Van Geyzel, comedy club impresario, convict, and utter delight, achieves this and … Read More

Chloe Radcliffe- Cheat 5*****

When you see the name of the show you could be forgiven for thinking it’s going to be about another female telling a story about how distraught she was after being cheated on, wrong!

Chloe is a self confessed serial … Read More

Andrew Frank: Ecstatic Blasphemy 3***

Andrew Frank is a great performer: confident in their own ability without being arrogant, secure in thie role as a performer, and does indeed commit to and believe in their show. They’re likeable and warm, and did an excellent job … Read More