Mat Ricardo – The Extraordinary Gentleman 4****

There’s no doubt about it, juggler and funny-man, Mat Ricardo, is indeed an “Extraordinary Gentleman”.  For a full hour he keeps us on the edge of our seats with his effortless charm and wit and some outstanding acts of … Read More

Kate Dolan: The Critic 4.5****

We meet Kate Dolan in a room rather like a portakabin, wearing a large plant pot on her head crowned with what is probably a plastic box bush. And from that moment, we know exactly where we are – in … Read More

Woody Fu: One Man John Wick – 5*****

It’s always a gift when the title of a show manages to summarise the entire thing for you. And, indeed, Woody Fu’s One Man John Wick does exactly what it says on the tin in this (figuratively and literally) … Read More

MADONNA ON THE ROCKS – 3.5***

Marie Hamilton delivers a solo show that is emotionally charged and deeply resonant.

She begins the performance dressed as the Virgin Mary—a role she first played at six years old in her school nativity. The crown she wore was resplendent … Read More

In Pour Taste: A Comedy Wine Tasting Experience 4.5****

Drinking wine and comedy, 2 of my favourite things, and In Pour Taste delivers buckets of both.  Sweeney Preston & Ethan Cavanagh present a fabulous show that’s’ as funny as it’s informative.  Alongside their wine expert, Nina, we sample … Read More

The Remarkable Ben Hart 5*****

Ben Hart is a magician, storyteller and comedian all rolled into one. We saw him at the gorgeous Palais du Variete at Assembly George Square, which is the perfect setting for this theatrical and visually stunning show. The tricks Ben … Read More

The Genesis – 5*****

The Genesis fills the Main Hall at Assembly Hall with a world made from bodies, trust, and music. Copenhagen Collective brings 17 international artists for an hour of contemporary circus that grows from an empty stage. The idea is simple and strong: … Read More

Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall – 5*****

From the first “DISCO!” shout, this award-winning baby dance party sets a clear brief: everybody dances together. The host keeps it friendly and pressure-free, then leads a warm-up and space-finding. In front, our dance leaders, Trygve and Brit, flash favourite … Read More

Paul Williams: Don’t Look at Me 4****

It’s going to be Paul Williams’s year, at least according to the opening musical number of Don’t Look at Me. In fact, it has to be his year and the audience have to enjoy the show – lest they … Read More

Abby Howell’s: Welcome to My Dream 3.5***

Abby Howells’s entrance on stage is soundtracked by the somewhat unsettling and bizarre Tiny Tim song ‘Welcome to My Dream’ – the title obviously inspiring the name of her show. One of Abby’s first disclaimers is her regret in … Read More