Jason John Whitehead: Letters from Mindy

4 Stars ****

I have been a keen viewer of this Canadian born comedian for a number of years now and always find him a funny guy with a mean line of stories and gags and I am pleased … Read More

Phil Jupitus: Stand Down

5 Stars *****

The ubiquitous Phil Jupitus launched into the gig stating that it is ten years since he has done stand up, but such is the talent that he possesses it seems that he hasn’t been away from … Read More

Alun Cochrane: Moments of Alun

4 Stars ****

Alun Cochrane has steadily been building up a serious following in recent times and his sold out gigs night after night at Stand I will testify to his popularity.

Now it could be a surprising career … Read More

Oxford Imps

4 Stars ****

Oxford Imps have been performing at the Fringe for years now and they are still able to pack’em in at every show even though Impro comedy is maybe not in the current vogue as it was … Read More

Shazia Mirza: Busybody

3 Star ***

I’m never sure what to expect when going to see Shazia Mirza perform. The lady has the knack of being something of an enigma as far as I am concerned.

I like her, but feel at times … Read More

Orpheus & Eurydice

4 stars **** This was lovely, with some beautiful and poignant moments. Both actors sing well, with Eurydice having a beautiful voice – her spoken dialogue could be clearer though, some American slurring made it difficult for these Scottish ears … Read More

Jarleth Regan: Shock and Ahhh!

3 Stars ***

Jarleth Regan has been a Fringe performer for a number of years now, but believe it or not this was my first experience of seeing this personable Irishman perform, others in my team always beat me … Read More

Diane Spencer: All-Pervading Madness

4 Stars ****

Diane Spencer has up to this year slipped under my comedy radar, but she has won or done well in a number of award categories I decided it was about time I checked out her show.

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Al Murray:The Pub Landlord’s Compete for the Meat

4 Stars ****

Anyone who has seen the TV series on Dave Channel of the same name will know what this show is all about, this is just live and much bigger format.

Teams representing various ‘Pubs’ are set … Read More

A Review of Theatre Reviews (1)

It is approaching the half-way point of the Fringe and perhaps it is a good time to take stock of the Theatre productions I have seen so far. I get the impression from talking to people of the desire to … Read More