Morecambe

**** 4 stars

People like me (of a certain age) grew up with Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise on TV, their partnership lasted from 1941 till Eric’s death in 1984. On this, the 25th anniversary of his passing, Guy Masterson … Read More

Plagiarismo

** 2 stars

Richard DeDomenici gives a PowerPoint presentation on various examples of plagiarism drawn mainly from the pop music industry, television and the print media. In all of these activities he can draw on personal examples where he feels … Read More

People

**** 4 stars

People is a musical revue with over 20 songs based on the theme of love. The highly expressive lyrics began as poems written by David Levin, who is also the show’s Director, and were set to music … Read More

Alexis Dubus: A R*ddy Brief History of Swearing

**** 4 stars

Alexis Dubus has an easy and relaxed manner as he explores the world of swearing, past and present. His premise is that swearing is an essential part of the human condition.

He has done the background … Read More

Danielle Ward – Lies

**** 4 stars

Danielle Ward claims to be a very bad liar, but should we believe her?  That is the opening statement of her latest Fringe offering. Ms Ward then tries out a whole series of statements and collectively we … Read More

David Benson sings Noel Coward

**** 4 stars

Over the years that I have seen David Benson’s Fringe shows, they have been marked by style and stage presence. This show featuring a pleasing mix of Noel Coward’s songs is no exception.

David Benson’s voice … Read More

Domestic Goddi 2 : How to Cope

* * * * * 5 stars

I first saw the Domestic Goddi, otherwise known as Rosie Wilkinson & Helen O’Brien, when I saw their show last year and I have to admit they blew me away.  This year’s Goddi … Read More

Everything You Always Wanted To Know About Life, But Didn’t Care To Ask

* * * 3 stars

As comedy sketch shows go, I thought that was quite well written, although some of the material was possibly a bit long in places and could benefit from some editing.

Four guys, performing without mikes … Read More

Matt Green: Truth & Pleasure

* * * * 4 stars

In 1999, during the ‘Footlights’ Millennium Cruise, we became aware of a young redheaded performer called Matt Green. Over the years Matt has performed at the Fringe in one show or another. This was … Read More

The Origin of Species by means of Natural Selection:or the Survival of (R)evolutionary Theories in the Face of Scientific and Ecclesiastical Objections: Being a Musical Comedy about Charles Darwin (1809 – 1882)

* * * * * 5 stars

John Hinton gives a splendidly animated and humorous performance as the re-incarnation of Charles Darwin. The story is beautifully crafted in words and music, with touches of mime. Darwin’s life is traced form … Read More