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CHILDREN'S SHOWS

Ice Cream Man And The Jelly Incident
Jammy Doughnut Productions
I don't know whether the government are pumping money into children's theatre to promote healthy eating but this show seems to have been derived from a government directive, with its message that "It's time we all lived together on a balanced diet". A peculiar combination of self effacing, moralising, cockney Broadway songs set in the land of 'fooderverse', it never really launched into the stratosphere. The two actors portrayed an array of characters ranging from humongous hamburgers to a villainous schnitzel during this dramatised quest for healthy eating. Often the banter and dialogue in this show was too oblique for younger audiences; when the actors exercised their physicality, it was the highlight of a standard pseudo-moralistic show.
Pleasance Dome, 5 - 31 Aug, (not 17), 11.45am (12.30pm), prices vary, fpp12.
tw rating 2/5
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Room on the Broom
Tall Stories
Children and actors like playing games. So it makes sense that the four actors in 'Room on the Broom', still clearly children at heart, play games with the audience on their way in. It's the start of an immediately colourful, lively and simply lovely show. This friendly, if endearingly rubbish witch and her cat have been sent to deal with a Welsh dragon, but can't seem to stop making friends on their way. Tall Tales bring out singing animal puppets (they can't half sing) and some surprisingly good on stage broom-flying from the witch and her cat. Besides, any show with a hip-hop frog has got to be a winner, right?
Pleasance Courtyard, 5 - 31 Aug (not 12, 19, 20), 2.30pm (3.25pm), prices vary, fpp16.
tw rating 4/5
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COMEDY

Rob Deb VS Army Of Darkness - Free
Rob Deb/Laughing Horse Free Fringe
Charmingly self-deprecating throughout, Deb himself describes the format of the show as "tangential". I will not disagree, but Deb's amiability manages to keep the crowd on board throughout his many digressions. The material, albeit aimed at a particular (geekier) audience, was strong enough, but the delivery was sometimes lacking, seeming unrehearsed. The unvarnished approach has its benefits, in that the material was clearly fresh, and Deb was versatile enough to adapt his routine to the room, plus, the Q&A session at the end displayed how confident a stand-up he could be. In summary, if you have ever tried to bed an elfin princess by lying about your character on World of Warcraft, then this is the show for you.
Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, 6 - 30 Aug, 8.40pm (9.40pm), free, fpp91.
tw rating 3/5
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Shaggers - Free
Nik Coppin/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Call a show 'Shaggers' and you are going to get a crowd of adolescents turning up. They were probably all eighteen - just - but the juvenile atmosphere and declarations along the lines of 'we're going to be frank about sex' made me feel uncomfortably like I was in a progressive sex education lesson. The line-up didn't do a bad job on this front, actually: there were some kind sentiments about not being embarrassed about your body, the fact that sex can be silly and fun, the idea that it's ok if you accidentally get off with a transvestite, etc. All heart warming stuff, but when they reverted to 'comedy gig' mode this dynamic caused problems; canvassing for sex stories was simply not appropriate. Some good comedians working the wrong room.
Laughing Horse@The Counting House, dates vary, 11.40pm (1.00am), free, ffp96.
tw rating 2/5
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Simon Jenkins Plus One...
GoHERO
For a twenty-one year old, Simon Jenkins has a lot of bottle, which is a good thing given the level of audience participation that went on at this show, a great deal of which is hit and miss: sitting in the front row isn't advisable unless you're happy for him to take your mobile, ring your friends and chat to them on loudspeaker. Cringe-worthy? A little... Immature? Definitely... Funny? Not really. There were, however, times when he made the audience roar, mainly by interacting with more willing members of the crowd. The show depends on the audience, so you won't be able to hide away at the back - not least because there are only 4 rows of chairs! - so only drop by for this mildly amusing hour if you're happy to get involved.
Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 6 - 30 Aug, 8.30pm (9.30pm), free, fpp99.
tw rating 2/5
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Tiernan Douieb: 28 Years Later
Tiernan Douieb is struggling to come to terms with turning 28. In his new show, he highlights the problems he associates with approaching this apparently old age, whilst still remaining ambition-free, penniless and immature. Douieb addresses the audience with an infective enthusiasm - he is instantly likeable and his anecdotes are amusing and uplifting. A prophet for the generation of twentysomethings who still watch Newsround, his observations are sharp and his delivery is slick. However, his lovable character is not quite enough to carry the show. A few jokes fall flat, and the material begins to feel thin and verging on repetition. In a hugely competitive market, Tiernan Douieb may not be the best, but he does deserve to be seen.
Underbelly, 6 - 30 Aug (not 17), 4.00pm (4.55pm), prices vary, fpp105.
tw rating 3/5
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Tom Corbett: Vampires And Volauvents - Free
Vampires, child-killers and zombie Shakespeare all on the same day: such charming eclecticism represents a reviewer's lot at the Fringe. Student comic Tom Corbett added more than a few choice elements to this eccentric melting-pot with a short set of snappy one-liners and self-deprecating anecdotes. This reviewer, whilst applauding the undoubted confidence with which he performed his routine, needs must bemoan the definite lack of penetration that characterised much of his material. A certain type of toilet-humour may prove the last word in common room discourse but, eloquence aside, shit is shit and most of us have matured beyond finding the passing of excrement a subject of tittering fascination. Corbett is a slick, talented showman who simply must find a higher milieu.
Laughing Horse @ Jekyll & Hyde, dates vary, 6.40pm (7.10pm), free, fpp106.
tw rating 2/5
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The Great Big Comedy Picnic - Free
Ian Fox Presents
Free comedy shows can be a risky business, and unfortunately this risk doesn't quite pay off. Although it wasn't a dreadful show, there was definitely more miss than hit, and the small audience size only made this more apparent. The three comics performing ranged from a personable, if slightly stilted, everyman; a rude and outrageous wide-boy; and an intense, unfunny faux-Magician. Of these, only the second comic - St Helens' Dave Turquoise - showed any real talent. His barrage of intentionally off-colour jokes, which mostly managed to stay this side of offensive, was almost non-stop for his twenty-minute segment, and if he had been the only performer on the bill, this review probably would've have had more stars.
Laughing Horse @ Espionage, 6 - 30 Aug, 4.50pm (5.50pm), free, fpp55.
tw rating 2/5
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Tim: Against All Odds
The Roaring Boys
You enter the room and are immediately confronted by an awkward stare thrown from a man strumming an acoustic guitar. It turns out to be Tim, who has a grand ambition to become what he sees as the first hero ever to be called Tim. He is assisted in his quest by his comedy partner Maxwell, who joins him in playing a host of songs, acting out a series of funny-ish sketches and generally running around the stage shouting. The songs are the funniest part of the act, though they did remind me a little of Jack Black's Tenacious D outfit, and the 'the Beast' concept used in the show would seem to confirm this as an inspiration.
Underbelly, 6 - 30 Aug (not 17, 24), 3.00pm (4.00pm), prices vary, fpp106
tw rating: 3/5
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About Comedy: Stand-Up Comedy Courses
Laughing Horse Comedy
This course, led by Kevin McCarron, has to be one of the best on offer. The students, including a policeman and a Dutch porn addict (if his act is to be believed), had all travelled into Edinburgh especially for the course. Notable was the relaxed and uncompetitive atmosphere, in no small part down to Kevin, who focused on helping each participant to find a personal style, coached them on how to edit their material and explained how not to fall out with comperes (particularly by not bumping into them on their way on and off the stage). The course culminated in impressive performances that night at a Free Festival venue with radically improved acts. Pricey, but everyone seemed delighted with
the experience. Highly recommended.
Laughing Horse @ Edinburgh City Football Club, dates vary (2-day course),12.00pm (4.30pm), £89.00 - £79.00 (£69.00), fpp18.
tw rating 4/5
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All's Well That Ends
Ivory Toast Productions
There are lots of great sketch shows at the Fringe this year, but sadly this isn't one of them. The five performers seemed like nice enough people, but the occasional chuckle they managed to raise over the long, dreary hour could not make up for the sheer drudgery and awkwardness involved in sitting through this show. Perhaps the small audience size put them off, but without improving their material, it is unlikely that this troupe will achieve much success. Their visual puns were the strongest skits - due in part to their brevity - but their longer sketches lacked structure or a punchline, which fostered a constant feeling of anticlimax. 'All's Well That Ends'...? I was certainly glad when it did.
The Space @ Jury's Inn, 8 - 15 Aug (not 9), 3.00pm (4.00pm), £6.00 (£5.00), fpp 22.
tw rating 1/5
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Gone with the Script
Watch This Theatre Company
Considering that Watch This make up their show as they go along, it is particularly impressive that it was the funniest thing I've seen at the Fringe so far. 'Gone with the Script' is essentially just the product of a group of students having a laugh, but their energy and amusement at the jokes they came up with made the show great fun to watch. Creating a film, along with a soundtrack and director's commentary, was an innovative approach to the improv genre. The inspired title chosen by the audience was 'I Live Off Jaffa Cakes', and the theme, picked from a hat, was father figures. This may seem like an impossible combination, but the cast made it work, and brilliantly too.
Sweet ECA, 6 - 19 Aug, 8.00pm (9.00pm), £7.50 (£6.50), fpp55.
tw rating 4/5
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Monsieur Montpellier: Entertainer Extraordinaire!
Monsieur Montpellier
Two lads having fun, one dressed as a French decadent the other as his assistant clown, mocking themselves, the audience and everything around them, while creating improvisations which will have you 'roflcopting' throughout. Although a minority of the jokes in this semi-improvised show may be suspiciously taken from other sources, the lads revel in setting up old hackneyed gags just to knock them down with original and hilarious punch-lines. Ridiculing the stereotype of an arrogant music hall-esque multi-performer, Monsieur Montpellier himself inevitably counters the continuous flow of tricks-gone-wrong by succeeding in the most simple prophesies and illusions. The high quality of the performance is clinched by the quick wit and charisma that is evident in the boys' relationship. Great-humoured fun.
Pleasance Dome, 5 - 30 Aug (not 17), 10.00pm (11.00pm), prices vary, fpp 79.
tw rating 5/5
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Tom Craine - Comfort Blanket
Tom Craine
There are times when we all need a hug and a smile of recognition; reassurance that we're not the only jittering wrecks in this mortal coil. In his plucky Fringe debut, Tom Craine is happy to provide this comfort blanket for the soul, warmly enveloping his audience with examples of his own idiocies and idiosyncrasies, shortcomings and failings, as well as sharing a few rather unusual coping mechanisms. Wry, intelligent humour effortlessly fuels quip after quirky quip, as this fresh young talent reveals his curious perspective on the world, whilst making it his mission to compliment, rather than ridicule individual spectators. A great pick-me-up; cheaper than therapy, and you won't be able to bite your nails between giggles either.
Pleasance Courtyard, 7 - 31 Aug (not 12, 19), 7.15pm (8.15pm), prices vary, fpp106.
tw rating 3/5
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Richard Sandling's Perfect Movie
PBH's Free Fringe
For those cynical about the Free Fringe's credentials, this show is the worthiest port of call, and as a bonus, there are two comedians for the price (well, okay not price) of one. Sandling makes no bones about what he does; as he puts it, with characteristic candour, he's "a fat man who talks about films". Fortunately, film being of such universal, secular interest, his comedic range is surprisingly broad, and he uses the topic as a vehicle for his style of laid-back, laconic humour. Nick Helm was today's guest (they're different every day) and a perfect contrast: wide-eyed, ranting and manic, just the fellow to deconstruct the action movie's super-fuelled formula. Donations weren't a drag: these fellas had earned every penny.
The Canon's Gait, 8-30 Aug (not 19), 1.15pm (2.10pm), free, fpp90.
tw rating 4/5
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Mackenzie Taylor: No Straightjacket Required
Stage D'Or and Green Room Presents
I hadn't fully gathered the premise of Mackenzie's show from the fringe program blurb, so was surprised half-way through to be telling myself: "don't cry, don't cry, you cannot cry while watching stand up". Mackenzie tried to commit suicide last year, due to his bi-polar disorder. His honesty was stunning. And also hilarious. The hour could have seemed self-indulgent, or as he said, "like therapy", but it was more like hearing a confession from a close friend. A little bit of gossip, some large amounts of trauma and enough self-reflection to be able to laugh about it together. It's powerful, amusing and intimate, so don't expect a frivolous hour of empty laughs; this is serious comedy in the most literal of senses.
Pleasance Dome, 5 - 29 Aug (not 16), 2.30pm (3.30pm), prices vary, fpp74.
tw rating 4/5
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Dan Antopolski - Silent But Deadly
Avalon Promotions
Endless comedians begin acts by humorously, but repetitively, teasing a punter; however, it was a treat to watch Dan Antopolski put an imaginative twist on the old trick, and subsequently deliver superb entertainment. From his comically unsettling admiration of Barack Obama to his witty description of parenthood - "a dream from which you aren't going to awaken" - Antopolski successfully covers multiple genres in just one hour. His USP is his unpredictability and the uncertainty of what he will discuss next, be it how kids don't actually say the funniest things or how equally talented they are at landing their parents in trouble. This indisputably gifted comic is ideal viewing for anybody with a sense of humour who can laugh until it hurts.
Pleasance Dome, 5 - 31 Aug, 9.30pm (10.30pm), prices vary, fpp40.
tw rating 4/5
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Hardeep Singh Kohli - The Nearly Naked Chef
Gilded Balloon
Hot oil, bare flesh and a turban. Recipe for disaster? Not for this kilted kitchen-hand, whose appetiser of anecdotes went down almost as well as the chicken thighs he served up to one lucky audience member. Spectators guzzled down a varied platter of quips, ranging from those about eccentric Indian uncles disco-dancing, to the downright clever ("email me later to let me know you've got it"); if you don't know why you're laughing, he'll deconstruct it for you too. Non-locals may miss a few area-specific references from this Glaswegian, but Singh Kohli is a generous performer who includes everyone in the process of filling the room with fun. Just bring provisions, or you might find yourself tucking into a plate of lentil paste!
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 7-31 Aug (not 18) 7.00pm (8.00pm), prices vary, fpp56.
tw rating 4/5
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Axis Of Awesome: Infinity Rock Explosion
Axis of Awesome
Before going in, I had a miniature brainstorm of 'clever' wordplay I might use, based on the title of this show...Graph of Ghastly, Line of Lacklustre, Meridian of Mediocre. None of those were needed. Prepare for songs of sexual harassment, Bird-Planes, human-female-girl-women, and the world's first 3D song. It's said that 3D is the future of cinema; these boys are set to make it the future of comedy. They are described as "Spinal Tap meets Flight of the Conchords" as well as being being put in the same category as Jack Black's Tenacious D. These comparisons are too easy, however, and these guys are easily good enough to be considered in their own right. All there remains to say is rock on... at the Intersection of Incredible.
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 5 - 31 Aug (not 19, 26), 9.15pm (10.15pm), prices vary, fpp26.
tw rating 4/5
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Devlin's Daily
Bruce Devlin/The Stand Comedy Club
Bruce Devlin is a Scottish comedy compère and radio personality whose trademark is to verbally rape his audience with witty, if slightly repetitive, insults. The style gets tiring after a while, but in this lunchtime show his own stage time is well balanced by that which he gives to his guests. This is divided between extracts from their shows and interviews in which Devlin applies his scolding technique to the celebrity interviewees. The show is essentially a form of advertising, but a very pleasurable one. I was treated to appearances from A. L. Kennedy, Rosa the Russian Beautician, a sketch troupe named Lady Garden, and Pop Idol's Michelle McManus. A great way to start the Fringe day.
The Stand Comedy Club, 10 - 31 Aug (not 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 29, 30), 12.30pm (2.00pm), free ticketed, fpp43.
tw rating 4/5
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Max And Iván: Televisionaries
4 Inch Productions
The chemistry between these two is amazing. Max and Ivan's fast-paced sketch show consists of naughty and brilliantly performed parodies that explore laughable aspects of British television and culture. The multi-talented duo bounce off each other like bumper cars as they act, sing and dance their way through a series of varied and energetic sketches. Highlights include their "Credit Crunk" rap, which has the potential to be a chart-topping single, and their hilarious Mario Brothers sketch, which imagines Mario and Luigi living in a Mafia paradise. Their performance is accompanied by visual footage and sound effects that help convey the television formats and stereotypes that dominate our TV screens. The new and much improved Horne and Corden; these guys are going to be popular.
C Central, Carlton Hotel, dates vary, 6.55pm, prices vary, fpp77.
tw rating 4/5
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Mick Ferry - The Comedy Final
Comedy Store Management
Mick Ferry's recipe for late-night revels is, depending on your point of view, either an act of pronounced ego-mania or extreme self-deprecation. He presents himself in five 'guises' or modes of stand-up performance (confessional, observational, topical, gag-man & filth-monger), and enters into a competition to find which is most popular. His concept is original and illuminating, subtly exhibiting and probing the craft and differing motivations of the comic at large, whilst also revealing the scope of his own material. It is also democratic, as the audience must decide which Mick is actually top dog. In truth, the illusion can't possibly hold: Mick Ferry is no comedic chameleon, but this doesn't matter; he is honest, whimsical and most importantly, very funny.
Gilded Balloon Teviot, 7 - 31 Aug (not 17), 10.00pm (11.00pm), prices vary, fpp77.
tw rating 4/5
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The Reduced Edinburgh Fringe Impro Show
Scratch
Overwhelmed by the plethora of shows on offer at the Edinburgh Fringe? If you want to skip the agony of trying to decide which of the 1700+ shows to take in, you'll find an amusing précis in the form of the 'Reduced Edinburgh Fringe Impro Show.' At break-neck pace, a tight troupe of seasoned improvisers riff and giggle their way through off-the-cuff versions of the absurd, fantastical, and often frankly stupid plot descriptions to be found in the Fringe guide. The group collaborate so fluidly as to make it look easy; an impressive feat given the fiendish difficulty of successfully funny improvisation. Ramshackle, broad, utterly unpredictable; and you'll have the whole Fringe covered in 60 minutes.
Pleasance Courtyard, 7 - 30 Aug, 8.15pm (9.15pm), prices vary, fpp89.
tw rating 4/5
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The Silence Of The Trams
The Stand Comedy Club
The evening begins with a video that seems, somewhat inexplicably, to be narrated by the meerkat from the "Compare The Meerkat" adverts. Then we settle down for four reasonably charming stand up acts. Number one seems to relish his jokes falling flat; two has a sort of C3PO delivery; three is instantly likeable; and four is full of unsettling menace. Overall, it's a jolly little show delivered to an increasingly subdued audience in a sweltering, small room. Out-of-towners may be pleased to hear that there is actually very little about Edinburgh transport policy; the jokes - when they are funny, which is often enough - will be funny for all.
The Stand Comedy Club III & IV, 6 - 30 Aug (not 17), 6.05pm (7.05pm), £7.00 (£6.00), fpp98.
tw rating 3/5
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DANCE & PHYSICAL THEATRE

Dialogue
Fearghus O'Conchuir
A tall Irish man and a short Chinese woman weave a story across a stage with dance. An opening full of turbulent motifs and controlled undulating lead to explorations with a live feed camera, a map and water spat all over the floor. The randomness of each of these episodes meant at times the piece felt disconnected and inaccessible although there was obviously conviction behind each step these two made. Specially composed music consisted of enough tubular bell echoes and static noise to allow the movement on stage to reign. The pair, who were mainly separated by their oppositional qualities, seemed to delight in the sequences in cannon that punctuated the flow. That said, what it's about? I'm not sure.
Dance Base, dates vary, times vary, £5.00, fpp114.
tw rating 3/5
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Havana Rumba! - The Hottest Cuban Salsa Party In Town!
World Festival Productions
My initial expectation of 'Havana Rumba!' did not include an impromptu conga line in the theatre aisle. Nor did it include an offering of free shots to the audience. And it certainly did not include a white-suited Cuban pensioner forward (and backward) rolling around the stage whilst compromising his microphone and hat. It soon dawned on me that the dancers' smiles, winks and luring gestures were not so much denoting a spirit of inclusion, but an insistence on that all time favourite - audience participation. The sexy couple sequences captured the energising Cuban zest, although at times, what felt like an evening class for advanced salsa was one booty shake short of a truly memorable performance. Limbering up is recommended!
Venue 150 @ EICC, 4 - 30 Aug, 7.30pm (8.40pm), £15.00 (£12.00), fpp115.
3/5
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Something About Others
NYD in Association With New English Contemporary Ballet
Something About Others consists of four sections, centred loosely around the struggles encountered in relationships during youth. The seemingly unrelated interlude from Sidewinding by Richard Wherlock is enjoyable in its own right, yet it is impossible not to latch on to the final piece 'Out Of Darkness' which focuses on a homosexual relationship between two young men. The techno score offered here by Fischerspooner marries perfectly with Jamie Thomson's choreography and the performers' fresh and individual interpretations, their strength and natural performance ability, ensure that the story keeps you on the edge of your seat. The obvious passion and professionalism matches the unmistakeable talent. There is definitely 'Something About' this group of young, inspired dancers that is worth seeing.
Dance Base - National Centre for Dance, 7 - 16 Aug (not 11), times vary, £5.00, fpp120.
tw rating 4/5
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This Is A Picture Of A Person I Don't Know
Pere Faura
For all you cool young couples out there, going to this performance could be a date with a difference. With boundless enthusiasm and radiating energy, Pere Faura explores love, loneliness and nostalgia... via some iconic musicals. Direction is slick, humorous and thought-provoking, marred only by a cringe-worthy musical scene with his pre-recorded self (singing is not his strong point), and the audience interaction, which was uncomfortable and unnecessary. One lady was filmed for about a minute and then informed later at the playback that she looked nervous, uncomfortable and lonely. Well, duh. The show does finish with a wonderful twist at the end which I won't reveal. One word of advice though: smile when you walk in.
Dancebase, 5 - 16 Aug, 7.00pm (7.35pm), £5.00, fpp122.
tw rating 3/5
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Koi
Ito-Gumi
Either something was hideously lost in the vacuum between two alien cultures, or the Japanese solo performer, Shoko Ito, is the new High Priestess of a Coven of Madness; this is one of the most eccentric evenings I am ever likely to spend at a theatre. Ms Ito's physicality, which surely must carry the show, was muted beyond belief, and her script (which she distributed to a bewildered audience to help perform) was full of incongruities and inconsistencies, leading to alarming lapses. I have no time for those who callously walked out; Ito radiates elfin charm and gentility, and her show a certain cultish appeal. I must say, though: it's utterly bonkers, and those with short fuses might want to stay away.
C cubed, 6-31 Aug (not 18), 7.50pm (8.50pm), prices vary, fpp115.
tw rating 2/5
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Platform 88
Platform 88 Physical Theatre Company
Two worlds combine, slipping in and out of consciousness, the beginning of their journey; what they find in each other they later discover in themselves. Alumnae of the International School of Corporeal Mime, Chantal Mailhac and Janaina Tupan use their bodies to tell this enchanting story of discovery. The mimes' beautiful and strong physicality is slightly let down, however, as the piece lacks the dynamism required to keep the audience's attention, and this combination of song, string and human puppetry left me a little unsatisfied despite the fact that it seems to have all the elements for an inspired piece of work. There is definitely a distinctive quality and passion about this company, though, and I am intrigued to see their next endeavour.
Pleasance Courtyard, 11-31 Aug (not 17, 24), 12.30pm, prices vary, fpp118
tw rating 3/5
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Still Breathing
2Faced Dance Company
Who said dance was for wimps? It's hard to pin down exactly what these boys did, but they certainly proved that dance is not wimpish. It would be hard to pin them down physically as well, they moved with such speed, precision and energy in front of their capacity crowd; they flipped and borrowed styles, at one time break dancing, at another slowly climbing ladders, and at another repeatedly bouncing on the spot. Unfortunately, the thrill bestowed by the sight of their topless bodies was eventually blunted when they found some clothes to put on. Sometimes aggressively confident, sometimes demoniacally exuberant, 2FaCeD DaNcE Company brought most of the house to its feet, and made dance so macho it hurt.
Zoo Southside, 7 - 31 Aug (not 17, 24), 4.30pm (5.25pm), prices vary, fpp 121.
tw rating 4/5
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Mercy Madonna Of Malawi
World Festival
Blending socio-economic commentary and theatrical spectacle without compromising either is no mean feat, yet 'Mercy Madonna Of Malawi' proves that political performance can be both accessible and highly enjoyable. At the heart lies the invitation to consider the nuances of cross-cultural conflict, with a wonderfully vibrant bewigged Malawian Madonna the fulcrum for the more specific problem of ethics versus celebrity born from Madonna's adoption cases. From a Malawian perspective, this invitation easily becomes a welcomed engagement, and the veracity and art of their critique through an already blinkered world-view takes shape until the absolute end. This troupe's dedication to presenting a rich, vibrant cultural perspective adorned with Malawian tradition shows well in this sculpted display.
The World @ St George's West, Aug 7-31, 3.00pm (4.00pm), £12.00 (£10.00), fpp116.
tw rating: 4/5
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MUSIC

Camille O'Sullivan: The Dark Angel
With a sweeping gothic entrance and a sinister, almost schizoid, streak of avant-gardism underpinning her performance, Camille's warmly-welcomed return to the Edinburgh Festival is again a fine exhibition of (one might term it 'gonzo') cabaret. Vacillating between the identities of sultry burlesque vixen and dark magus, an arresting natural performer lies somewhere between, her wine-soaked alto voice and fascinating sense of performance revelling in a close audience as the foil for all masks of the voice. Swelling interpretations of known classics from Bowie to Nick Cave show off the band's well rehearsed skills, but Camille herself is the absolute spectacle: epic, emotionally intense and involving, worth seeing.
Phil McIntyre Entertainment, Assembly @ Assembly Hall, 7 - 31 Aug (not 11, 18, 25), 10.00pm (11.15pm), prices vary, fpp141.
tw rating: 4/5
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MUSICALS & OPERA

Cabaret Whore - Free
Sarah-Louise Young/Laughing Horse Free Festival
Trailer-trash, librarians, reality starlets and the French: if you happen to be sensitive about any of these subjects then perhaps this one-woman show is not for you. Then again, a little bit of crudeness shouldn't surprise anyone who goes to see a show with 'whore' in its title. However, there is plenty of wit in it and Sarah-Louise Young does have an impressive voice. Some of the jokes might seem a bit worn, but there are quite a few clever moments, like the rant by a French cabaret singer who has a bone to pick with Édith Piaf. This is not a place to find meaningful theatrical experiences, but it's a good accompaniment to some drinks with friends.
Laughing Horse @ Espionage, 6 - 30 Aug (not 17, 24), 6.15pm (7.10pm), free, fpp 167.
tw rating 3/5
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Martin 'The Falsetto' Milnes
Ben David Presents Martin Milnes
This is a unique journey through musical theatre with Martin 'The Falsetto' Milnes and his friend and pianist Michael 'Fingers' Baxter. Milnes has the unique ability to sing both tenor and soprano, and fortunately, Baxter is equally talented, providing superb musical support and banter throughout the show. From pink umbrella twirling to Union Jack waving, the duo create some hilarious pastiches of the musical theatre genre, as well as managing some touching duets - it is to the show's credit that they manage to produce some genuinely impressive and poignant numbers, rather than succumbing to the temptation of performing songs that are only funny because of Martin's voice. For its sheer creativity and entertainment, this show deserves a cult following. You'll probably never see anyone like Martin Milnes again.
Musical Theatre @ George Square, 3 - 31 Aug (not 17, 24), times vary, prices vary, fpp 173.
tw rating 5/5
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Poor Little Rich Girl
Bossa 3 Group (Gui Tavares, Maria O'Connell, Rogerio Correa)
If you're after jazz hands and bright white smiles, then this ain't the musical for you. If, however, you fancy something slightly more sedate with a little more style, then this Brazilian 'pocket show' will get your toes-a-tapping and fingers snapping. From the lyricist who penned 'The Girl From Ipanema', 'Poor Little Rich Girl' tells of an unlikely love story through bossa nova songs and simple narration, making the whole experience more like a cabaret or a gig than a full-blown musical. Where the performers are strongest is in creating atmosphere, which will transport you from Zoo Southside's makeshift cabaret space to a smoky Rio bar, replete with music, drink and pure Brazilian charm.
Zoo Southside, 10 - 14 Aug, 9.00pm (9.45pm), £8.00, fpp174.
tw rating 3/5
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Belle Canto's Opera Hour: Tales of Love and Lies
Belle Canto
The premise of this romp through the world of opera was sweet and original. Our main characters, Belle and Scherzo, created a storyline around the tropes of the opera world with beautiful singing; the between-song exposition was a little stilted, however, as the dialogue let down what could have been a really well-rounded and interesting piece. The costumes were beautiful and the set well-designed, but again this was failed by poor lighting, which will hopefully be sorted out as the show's run progresses; no-one wants to be singing in the dark. The live music was lovely, though, and, despite the smallness of the space, it happily held Bizet, Mozart, Verdi and more. You'll be humming 'Libiamo' all the way to the mile.
Sweet ECA, 6 - 31 Aug (not 17, 24), 4.20pm (5.10pm), £8.00 (£7.00), fpp166.
tw rating: 3/5
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Perfect Pitch Presents...
Various Artists
Each evening of the Fringe, Perfect Pitch will present forty-five-minute musical excerpts by the finest shows performing from across the Fringe, courtesy of Musical Theatre @ George Square (arts people are lovely, see!) Up tonight were the quartet from 'Barbershopera II', performing at the Pleasance Dome, and the Bobega Brothers with 'Afternoon Delight' at Pleasance Courtyard. The excerpts on offer were a tantalising taster for the full shows, and this performance attracted a large audience, located as it was in one of the foyers, with performers serenading punters sipping their festival drinks. The atmosphere was very much one of enjoyment and appreciation and arguably embodied the true spirit of the Fringe with its bargain ticket price - zero pence!
Musical Theatre @ George Square, 7 - 30 Aug, 8.30pm (9.15pm), free, fpp174.
tw rating 4/5
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TALKS & EVENTS

Auld Reekie Tours Haunted Underground Experience
Auld Reekie Haunted Underground Experience
I am easily spooked - or rather, easily manipulated - by scary music, special effects or just generally ominous shadows. It follows that I was extremely uneasy throughout this tour, and yet it was no glorified ghost train; the Edinburgh Vaults were treated with a great respect and solemnity, befitting the fact that they were once mass graves. What was chilling were the vivid stories, rich with gruesome description of torture and suffering, told by our captivating guide Iain, who knew the history of Edinburgh thoroughly. These tales were designed to impart a thorough understanding of the haunted chambers, rather than be used as cheap scare tactics, but they still had the power to chill: I was certainly grateful for the daylight of a sunny afternoon as I left.
Auld Reekie's Tours Haunted Underground City Experience, Meet Outside Tron Kirk, 122 High Street, 7-29 Aug, tours run 10.30am-12.00pm, lengths vary, prices vary, fpp181.
tw rating 4/5
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Free Walking Tour of Edinburgh's Old and New Towns
Saints and Sinners Walking Tours
The Saints and Sinners Free Walking Tour is an entertaining, interactive and informative two hours about the Edinburgh you might never know, and what's more, it's free! As our able guide Peter points out quirky aspects and narrates tales about Edinburgh's past and famous historical locals, he offers a deeper insight into the city's streets and buildings. There's not much here to blow you away in amazement but it is a great way to spend the morning or afternoon in bright sunny weather, especially if you're new to the city, plus, a group sing-along about infamous serial killers was a charming way to wrap up the tour. One is left hoping that the city is home to plenty more guides, like the impressive bank of knowledge that is Peter.
Outside Ryan's Bar, 3-30 Aug, times vary, free, fpp126.
4/5
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Forum Youth Theatre Workshop
edgeeradica
Forum Theatre, for those who, like me, have never heard of it before, explores conflict and oppression, looking for ways to resolve issues and improve dialogues. The audience participate in the action as 'spectactors', asking characters to try something different or taking their place to try out other approaches. This is a complex, sophisticated style of theatre, and I was impressed with Ed Ellis' ability to convey quite subtle, abstract ideas to the group of teenagers taking part in this event. The workshop began with some conventional ice-breakers and warm-ups, but slowly segued into games which taught the participants to think about each others' thoughts and perspectives. A great opportunity for kids aged fourteen and upwards to learn about theatre, and other people.
Fringe Central, 7, 13, 19, 25 Aug, 10.00am (1.00pm), free ticketed, fpp126.
tw rating 4/5
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Rebus - The Body Politic
Rebustours
An extraordinary chance to discover some of Edinburgh's secrets, this tour of the city takes Ian Rankin's Rebus novels as its jumping off point, but goes far beyond this central theme. It satisfies Rebus enthusiasts, however, with visits to key places the DI would have known - such as the secret City Mortuary - accompanied by animated readings from the novels, which really bring the fiction to life. At the same time, the fascinating stories of tour guide, actor and local historian Colin Brown are enough to constitute a tour of their own, in particular those pertaining to the Canongate Cemetery. And as far as tour guides go, it would be hard to imagine one as friendly, entertaining and knowledgeable as Colin. Well worth the walk.
The Royal Oak, 7-31 Aug, 4.00pm (6.00pm), £10.00 (£9.00), fpp129.
tw rating 5/5
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THEATRE

Cross Purpose
Find A Penny In Association With Drama Centre London
What if Chekov had written 'Sweeney Todd'? It'd probably be a lot like Albert Camus' 1943 play, 'Cross Purpose'. Two desperate women languish in their dreary provincial home, dreaming of escape (see: 'Three Sisters'), and kill their customers to fund those dreams. Of the women at the inn, the daughter is the most chilling, the most lacking in emotion and perhaps sanity. She's cold and efficient, but her tired mother drags the pace through her character's world-weariness. At cross-purposes with them is their new lodger/target: the unrecognised son who walked out years ago. Unfortunately there's more dark comedy and violence here than the company allows space for.
C cubed, Brodie's Close, 6 - 31 Aug (not 18), 8.30pm (9.30pm), prices vary, fpp189.
tw rating 2/5
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And All The Children Cried
The New End Theatre
"Suffer little children who come unto me..." were the words that whispered and whistled incessantly about the ears of Myra Hindley, cloistered-up in near-solitary confinement. This two-hander, jointly penned by Judith Jones and Beatrix Campbell, is a worthy addition to the cultural fallout surrounding the Moors Murderess. In attempting to throw a bridge across the impossible gulf between us and this woman, and her hideous crimes, they have crafted a script of creditable provocation. Helen Matthews as Hindley, and Georgina Pickul as her cellmate and confessing angel, turn in uncompromising performances. If their chemistry was a little thin, and the production short of ambitious execution, it is excusable. It takes a unique roadmap to find such a heart of darkness.
Sweet Grassmarket, 6 - 30 Aug (not 17), 4.30pm (5.20pm), £9.00 (£8.00), fpp179.
tw rating 3/5
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Audience - Michael Frayn
Crash Bang Wallop Theatre Company
The company claims that their show "observes what's funny about audiences". Fittingly, when the house opened on the afternoon I saw it, two spectators naively settled into the show's onstage chairs, before being re-seated by an awkward and somewhat unnerved actor. Unfortunately, for me, this probably constituted the funniest moment of the show. What followed was a fairly safe performance, which failed to exploit the potentially unsettling side of Frayn's script, in which we, the audience, become the object of a second, (acted) audience's attention. In general, performances were hammy and comic timing was lacking. One character remarks that "you come to the theatre to be made to think", but this show didn't manage to prompt much reflection in me.
Sweet ECA, 6 - 15 Aug, 3.20pm (4.05pm), £8.00 (£6.00), fpp181.
tw rating 2/5
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Balloon Boutique
Scrachbuilt Productions
At the Fringe, it is always a safe bet that there'll be some shows which are completely and utterly insane. This is one of them. The company seem to have worked out every single amusing thing that can be done with balloons, and then decided to do all of them on stage. What's more, they have decided to do them as part of a physical theatre show with a rock and roll soundtrack, wearing grotesque masks throughout. This is more than just a children's show, and behind all the balloon animals (many of which are constructed with deft skill on stage) there is a surprisingly sophisticated storyline with some darker moments. The whole thing is ridiculous, engrossing, and hilarious.
C too, 6 - 30 Aug, 2.00pm (2.50pm), prices vary, fpp 181.
tw rating 4/5
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Basildon Blonde
Denise Van Outen
Basildon = armpit of England, but credit where it's due; it produced Denise Van Outen. Stepping out to riotous applause dressed in a devilish red dress, she looked stunning; more impressively, she has one of the most pure and beautiful voices I've ever heard, with the control of a true West End star. If this show were 'An Audience with Denise', and consisted of an evening of her singing, it would have been a five star knock out. But it isn't. Her clumsy and simple comedy didn't work, and although some fun audience participation was hilarious, she should in general leave the comedy to the comics. She's a funny and lovable person, though, and should put more of her stories into the show... oh, and more songs please!
Udderbelly's Pasture, 6 - 31 Aug (not 11, 18, 25), 5.50 pm (6.55 pm), prices vary, fpp182.
tw rating 3/5
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The Bite-Size'd 'Breakfast In Bedlam'
White Room Theatre And Film
A little early for tales of murder, madness and obsession, perhaps? Actually, no; despite the macabre content, the tone of these short plays is mostly light, while the coffee and croissant included in the ticket price provide a welcome kick-start to sleepy audience members' mental faculties, allowing them to better appreciate the clever writing and polished acting in this selection of new works. Each piece is distinctive, with transitions efficiently and amusingly effected by a pair of bewigged figures dressed in nighties: the overall experience is quick-moving without being disorienting. The 'menu' rotates throughout the week, but judging from the quality of the five plays I saw, other days' offerings should be equally worth setting your alarm for.
Bedlam Theatre, 6 - 29 Aug (not 9, 16, 23), 10.15am (11.10am), £9.50, fpp183.
tw rating 4/5
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Birthing The Crone: The Crone Chronicles
Lisa Wilson's One-Woman Show
Lisa Wilson admits that most of the things she has ever learned happened because of theatre. Theatre is also the place for her confession, her therapy, her honest account of the last couple of years, in which she has gone through menopause and lost important people in her life. Although it may sound grim, this story of heartache and loss is actually an uplifting tale of hope and survival without any hint of cheesiness. Wilson is a genuine performer, able to make the audience sympathise, laugh and cry with her healthy dose of self-irony. Even if, like this reviewer, you're not particularly spiritual, Wilson's story about real life and the people in it will keep your fascination until the end.
The Spaces @ Royal College of Surgeons, 7 - 21 Aug (not 9, 16), 7.00pm (8.15pm), prices vary, fpp183.
tw rating 4/5
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The Unravelling
Mulberry Theatre Company
A charming, spiritual story of three daughters spinning tales for their dying mother. Performed by pupils from London's Mulberry School, it blends the mystical, eastern storytelling tradition with an earthy, modern sense of humour, a hybrid that gels surprisingly well. The story's transcendental message is moving and powerful, all the more so because it is delivered through the honest, heartfelt performances of a group of teenagers. The play's conceit - life is a piece of cloth, and our lives are threads unravelling - is hardly original, but it is compelling nonetheless. There were inevitably a few minor hiccups in the performances, but these are easily forgivable, and did nothing to spoil the magic. A gripping yarn with a good heart.
The Space @ Venue 45, 10 - 15 Aug, 12.10pm (12.55pm), £5.00 (£3.00), fpp236.
tw rating 4/5
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The Tears Of A Clown
Exit Theatre
We're in Manhattan and it's 1974. This is the story of Donnie D, young hoodlum turned ... clown. Al Carretta has seized this gangster plot with an unusual twist and single-handedly recreated Donnie's experience. There are all the right ingredients: prostitutes, pimps and a murder (or four), and Carretta gives an impressive performance, creating a charged atmosphere and skilfully communicating the emotional tension in Donnie's character as he veers between gagster and gangster, suggesting that perhaps, in reality, he was neither. Although the script was at times overloaded with information, and the set entirely minimal, I felt tense and claustrophobic in the small theatre, like I really was seated front row in the Apollo watching Donnie's show, waiting for its drop-dead funny climax.
The Space on the Mile @ Jury's Inn, 10 - 29 Aug (not 16, 23), times vary, £8.50 (£7.50), fpp232.
tw rating 3/5
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Ritter, Dene, Voss
Ragged Shoes Productions - UK
John Maynard Keynes wrote, of Ludwig Wittgenstein's return to Cambridge in 1929: "Well, God has arrived. I met him on the 5.15 train". A play about the philosopher, possibly the 20th Century's pre-eminent genius, must possess a touch of the god-like itself. Mercifully, Ragged Shoes Productions' attempt at Thomas Bernhard's rarely produced masterpiece is a wonder; impossible elegance personified. Eleanor Yates, Emily Glenister and Michael Morgan are three of the finest young actors likely to appear at the festival, and offer performances of near-professional polish. The staging's stylish, figurative aesthetic provides the perfect context in which to showcase their talents: this is sure-footed theatre, feline in its graceful execution. I'd find it difficult to love anyone who misses this hidden jewel.
Universal Arts @ St. George's West, 6-28 Aug (not 18), 2.50pm (4.10pm), prices vary, fpp225.
tw rating 5/5
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Measure For Measure
Hammerpuzzle Theatre Company
When a company boasts that their aim is the 'reinvention' of Shakespeare, my teeth are immediately set on edge. To think Shakespeare didn't do a good enough job is brazen, and sadly, this version of 'Measure For Measure' only highlights how difficult it is to out-write the bard; the language is repetitive, with clashes where the original and new text collide. On the other hand, the performances are competent and the piece has been well cut to get it down to time. Laura Fautley gives notable performances as Mistress Overdone and Escalus, and Tamsin Joanna Kennard has a beautiful voice, but overall the characters are two-dimensional and the funniest moments were the commentary from the old boys at the bar.
Jenny Ha's, 8 -15 Aug, 4:30 (5:45), free, fpp209.
tw rating 2/5
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The Beige Adventures Of Ay And Bee
Callow
Why did they do it? Why did they come out on stage dressed as a mouse and a carrot and fill an hour with inane existential mumblings and unfunny nonsense? Surely they knew it was a bad idea? Well yes, it seems that they did know. Why else would they have made reference to the faults throughout the performance? "This isn't really working!" they declared multiple times. "This is completely meaningless!" they cried. And at one point towards the end, in a moment of what might
have been audacity or perhaps just poor judgement, they even dared to ask; "What of the audience, robbed of their ticket fees?" The whole thing was very unfortunate.
The Spaces @ Royal College of Surgeons, 7 - 29 Aug (not 9, 16, 23), times vary, £11.00 (£7.00), fpp182.
tw rating 1/5
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I'll Be Bert
Dreamshed Theatre
Extremists are not generally known for being entertaining and this Manchester City football fanatic is no exception. This one-man reminiscence trip to the fifties, when he 'were a lad' idolising Man City goalie Bert Trautmann, is performed without irony, rendering the show at best predictable, at worst prejudiced. There is no discernable action, just a string of anecdotes featuring caricatures like the nagging mother and plummy BBC reporter, as Trautmann's dark Nazi past is carefully skirted around. Unconvincing mime and constant, fidgety movement impede the narrative, and the show's over-explaining extends to nostalgic rants, complete with that era's racism and sexism, in which we are told exactly what to think, indirectly justifying such prejudice through history's thin veil.
The Spaces @ Royal College of Surgeons, 7-29 Aug, 11.55am (12.55 pm), £7.00, fpp 201.
tw rating 1/5
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Killing Me Softly
Gilded Balloon
"The trouble with women is that they don't know when to stop!" Richard Fry's character chortles; yet it is his crude and lacklustre performance that should end. The play depicts a welcome-home party for the protagonist's girlfriend, where he recounts his traumatic relationships in verse and embarrassing karaoke. Some novel ideas are undercut by cheap jokes and constant (predictable) sexual innuendo, while awkward rigid rhymes often break into quasi-raps. This seemed to counter Fry's endeavours to highlight the pathetic position of his character, with inadequate gravitas and no let-up on the gags to make him endearing. There were glimmers of poignancy, but these moments were too sparse, the abrupt ending not coming soon enough.
Gilded Balloon, 5th - 31st Aug, 2.45pm (3.45pm), prices vary, fpp204.
tw rating [2/5]
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The Lady Boys of Bangkok
As five-star Fringe veterans, it goes with out saying the Lady Boys are under a lot of pressure to perform. And, my God, do they perform. A feast of fabulous costumes, plus well-choreographed and often hilarious routines, endear the production to all who have a sense of fun. Particular highlights include icons of the twentieth century, where we see a convincing Michael Jackson reanimated, a whirlwind tour into the soundtracks of eighties movies you loved, and some genuinely very impressive acrobatics. The Lady Boys are passionate, talented and enthusiastic; it is nigh on impossible to resist their charms, and even harder to stay sitting: willing or not, you will be dancing. Tongue-in-cheek, all-round good fun.
Meadows Theatre Big Tops, 7 Aug-5 Sept, times vary, prices vary, ffp205.
tw rating 5/5
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Matthew Sharp In...Johnny's Midnight Goggles
SharpWire
Where on earth did this wacky, magical tale come from? From the creative depths of one man's mind, apparently. Matthew Sharp embarks on a weird and wonderful journey which takes him from the tranquil French village of Le Lavandou to the mysterious lost realm of Takrilakastan. Equipped with his cello, Sharp whisks the audience off on a musical voyage which is wholly bizarre, laugh-out-loud funny and seductively captivating. Expressive and unique music, combined with vivid facial expressions and human sound effects, make for a wonderfully original and dynamic performance. Beware: here is a man who knows how to multitask. Although the plot is somewhat clichéd, it is the skilful insanity of this show which really shines out.
Pleasance Courtyard, dates vary, 2.35pm (3.30pm), prices vary, fpp 209.
tw rating 4/5
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Mong-Yeon (A Love In Dream)
Modl Theatre (Korea)
The world of dreams is simultaneously beautiful and disturbing. Performed partly in English, partly in Korean, with its slow pace and sometimes puzzling symbolism, 'Mong-Yeon' might not be for everyone. However, the excellent cast and the visually stunning set design are very likely to take you to the heart of that moving story, while magnificent live music and strange chanting contribute to the mesmerising atmosphere. Based on a letter, written four hundred years ago by a woman who found it impossible to live without her beloved husband, the show is full of heartbreaking hope and anguish. The audience gets a glimpse into Korean funeral and wedding traditions, although this tale will reach across all cultural boundaries to hopeless dreamers everywhere.
C, 5 - 31 Aug , 8.30pm (9.30pm), prices vary, fpp212.
tw rating 4/5
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REVIEWERS: Ajantha Chandrasena [ac], Alice Kelpie [ak], Alistair Bagley [ab], Amy McLeod [am], Amy Powell Yeates [apy], Andy Leask [al], Anne Clark [arc], Barky Matthews [bm], Bethany Whiteside [bw], Chris Davis [cd], Chris Morphy-Godbear [cmg], Chris Wright [cw], Claire Koeshgerian [ck], Claudine Quinn [cq], Corinne Meredith [cm], Daniel Bjelis [db], Daniel Guerrero [dg], Deborah Klayman [dk], Dora Petherbridge [dp], Ellie Tuck [et], Felicity Thomson [ft], Gina Scott [gs], Gordon Bruce [gb], Grace Murray [gm], Hannah Atkinson [ha], Helen Harjak [hh], Iman Qureshi [iq], Isabel Nicholson [in], James Sharpe [js], Jasmine Phillips [jp], Jessica Pinkett [jap], Jonathan Brick [jb], Jonathan Durie [jd], Jonathan Kerridge-Phipps [jkp], Jonathan Tilley [jt], Kari McKenna [km], Kate Davis [kd], Kate Clarkson [klc], Katie Ruth Conaglen [krc], Kiran Gill [kg], Kirstyn Smith [ks], Laura Webb [lw], Lois Jeary [lj], Luci Wallace [lcw], Madeline Denny [md], Margarita Semsi [ms], Miles Morgan [mm], Nicholas Foulis [nf], Nick Coupe [nc], Nicola Merrifield [nm], Olivia Ivens [oi], Rahim Rahemtulla [rr], Ralph Scott [ras], Rhiannon Smith [rrs], Rhys Pearce [rp], Richard T Watson [rtw], Rob Jones [rj], Rob Cooke [rc], Rose Dykins [rd], Rosy Banham [rb], Ruth Johnston [rsj], Sam Pallis [sp], Sarah Nisbet [sn], Sarah Williams [sw], Sian Hickson [sh], Sophie George [sg], Susie Safavi [ss],Tadhgh Barwell O'Connor [tbo], Thomas Peel [tp], Tim Leach [tl].

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