Tom Brace: The Ride 4D 4****

Tom Brace: The Ride 4D is a refreshing and delightful escape from the typical theme park experience, especially for younger audiences. Forget the long lines and crowded spaces of Disney World; Tom Brace’s new magic-themed park is where the real … Read More

Jay Lafferty – Bahookie 4.5 ****

One of the hits of Fringe 2023 was Bahookie, a delightful hour performed by one of Scottish comedy’s most sought after comics, Jay Lafferty. Playing to packed houses, and subsequently touring throughout the UK, it was a delightful way to … Read More

James Whale: Beyond Frankenstein 4****

A triumph in all departments.

Tim Larkfield gives a wonderful one-man performance on the life of Director James Whale.

Some background – Whale was an English Hollywood director and mostly remembered for his 1930’s horror output of Frankenstein, Bride Of … Read More

Isobel Rogers – How To Be Content 4****

Isobel Rogers’ Fringe show How to be Content is a delightful musical odyssey that effortlessly blends wit, warmth, and inventive storytelling. Armed with just her guitar, Rogers delves into the existential questions that modern life throws at us, tackling them … Read More

007 Voices of Bond 5*****

Brought to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, by Night Owl Productions, Voices of Bond was way more than a tribute to the infamous Bond theme songs.

Stunning vocals, powerful and theatrical, accompanied by electric guitars and young genius playing the … Read More

Andy Andy with Andy 4****

Dressed in a sharp red suit, Andy greets us at the door, allocating out names on stickers. I enjoyed being Indy, an iteration of Andy without portfolio (compared to Brandy, in charge of Brand Andy), for the duration of the … Read More

All This Must Pass 4****

American performer Aurelia Gage takes you on a personal journey through time to discover her origins and her historic family backgrounds, with some dance, music and laughter on the way.

The show begins and Aurelia dressed like a music box … Read More

Rory O’Hanlon – The Best of Me 4.5 ****

Rory O’Hanlon first came to my attention in 2011 when I was fliered by him in a queue. His gift of the gab convinced me to see his show and I wasn’t disappointed. Further visits over the years have also … Read More

Laura Smyth Living My Best Life 4****

You may recognise Laura from TV shows such as Live at the Apollo and the Jonathon Ross Show amongst others.

Laura brings her show to Edinburgh with a beaming smile and ponders what makes her think she is indeed Living … Read More

Mark Bittlestone – I Need a Straight Guy 4****

Mark Bittlestone’s “I Need a Straight Guy” is a laugh-out-loud exploration of modern gay life, blending humour with keen social commentary. A social media sensation known for his clever skits that mock gay stereotypes, Bittlestone brings his online persona to … Read More