Foursome: Purple Panda Theatre

3 Stars ***

John and Chloe have been together for two years. They share a flat with Ben a fairly straight up pharmacist and the rather more scruffy Jack, a buffoon of a Welshman, who likes rugby play stations … Read More

Tim FitzHigham: Gambler

4 Stars

****

Tim FitzHigham’s brand of witty comedy derives from his skills as a raconteur and his passion for unearthing the most curious historical facts from the 18th & 19th centuries. Not satisfied with giving us the information … Read More

The Prodigals

4 Stars

****

The Prodigals by Joe Harmston and Ray Goudie is a big production musical being premiered at this year’s Fringe. The well-known biblical story is given a contemporary setting. The two sons have been brought up by … Read More

Lights, Camera, Walkies

3 Stars

***

Lights, Camera, Walkies written by Tom Glover and directed by Katherine Hare cracks on at a rapid pace in this comedy which verges on farce. Two dog owners, Derek the owner of Buster and Wilbur the … Read More

David Morgan: Triple Threat

5*****

David Morgan was a new name to me this year but on checking out his show, he almost certainly could be a major name in the near future.

From Solihull in theMidlands, Musical Theatre fan Morgan describes himself … Read More

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