Liz Bains – Born To Be Mild 4****

August 28, 2026 | one4review

Liz Bains is back, and since last year, things have changed. OK, she’s still a spinster, but now describes herself as a cat lady in a healthy open-door relationship, negotiating the modern world Vinted-style, with pre-loved glee. She’s more … Read More

Caitriona Dowden : Sesh Head 4****

August 28, 2026 | one4review

Oxford’s Caitriona Dowden has clearly taken notes from a review that described her stage persona as pallid and low-energy. This year, she’s deconstructing that persona and turning the dial up to 11, becoming more outgoing and bringing her harp … Read More

Lorraine Hoodless – Good Girl 3 ½ ***

August 18, 2025 | one4review

Lorraine Hoodless has been performing for a few years during the Fringe and I have enjoyed her shows in a less-than-ideal room.

She is back and in a better, more central space this year and the show I attended was … Read More