‘Utterly brilliant’: Faustus review
The evening starts with a charmingly dressed gentleman on the stage, and a soothing voice purring from him welcomes the audience to the tale of the power and greed of…
The Silliad: Improvised Myths and Legends review
The Silliad: Improvised Myths and Legends, performed by James Haikney, Alex Hiscock and Zack Sizer is a remarkably ingenious show. The idea is simple. First, at the beginning of each…
Konstantin Kisin: Orwell That Ends Well
Konstantin Kisin uses his Fringe debut to give a hilarious, refreshing affirmation of the importance of free speech. The comic stormed to headlines in December 2018 for refusing to sign…
‘A much-needed conversation’: Burgerz review
Packed with layers of symbolism which stick with you beyond the performance, Burgerz brilliantly strikes the balance between comedy and drama. Based on the experience of artist Travis Alabanza as…
Brian Gallagher – A**hole New World review
Brian Gallagher opens with a dig at the Scottish streets and hills which immediately captivates the audience, along with his warm and inviting Irish lilt which draws them in further.…
‘Wonderfully encapsulates womanhood’: Armour – A Herstory of the Scottish Bard review
Armour is compelling and utterly emotional from start to finish. The play shows the two loves of Robert Burns’ life, Nancy Maclehose (Lydia Davidson) and Jean Armour (Lori Flannigan), meeting…