The Witching Hour is a funny and female-led compilation stand-up show of comedians with a diverse range, tucked away in the heart of the city centre and appropriately late at night. I found at least two acts I’d go see separately.
A review of Amy Webber: No Previous Experience, Fringe 2023
Fun, musical and surprisingly heartfelt. No Previous Experience at the Edinburgh Fringe 2023 feels like a chance to catch a rising star.
A Review of Chris Grace: as Scarlett Johansson, Fringe 2023
So, with the inventive and genuinely funny use of some wigs and faithful-to-the-original costumes, it’s Chris Grace as Scarlett Johansson as Chris Grace. No, wait, it’s Chris Grace as Scarlett Johansson as Chris Grace as Scarlett Johansson.
Review: 99 Red Hot Kitties and a Cockatoo, Fringe 2023
It was yet another night at the Edinburgh Fringe, and Birdy was booked in to see yet more burlesque – with ’99 Red Hot Kitties and a Cockatoo’!
Review: Illicit Thrill – Licensed to Strip Dominates Fringe 2023’s Burlesque Scene
Birdy’s evening at the Voodoo Rooms was drawing to a close, but not before the most raucous show of the night! ‘Illicit Thrill’ – Licensed to Strip promised to be a real burlesque filthy Fringe feast.
A review of Mark Thomas: England & Son (Fringe 2023)
It’s almost nine years to the day since this reviewer saw the brilliant Cuckooed at the Traverse Theatre, and England & Son proves that Mark Thomas has lost none of his rage, or his range, for that matter.
Review: Vive La Variete is a smorgasbord of sizzlingly sublime delights
Birdy decided to mix it up a bit with some indulgent variety cabaret; Vive La Variete was a great deal of fun, with a few laugh-out-loud moments, and some fabulous performances.
A review Marcus Brigstocke: Cheese and Whine, Fringe 2023
An elegant and sophisticated way to laugh your head off and put the world right. Cheese Master Marcus Brigstocke is a fine host, charismatic and witty comedian. You’ll be lucky to get tickets, but try!