A Beginner’s Guide to Populism (rating 4/5) Think Trump. Think walls. That should provide an essential understanding of how this 50-minute production seeks to explore the nastier aspects of trying to ride on a popular ticket when it all goes unchecked. The fear of being invaded, whether violent, political or economic has a long history, […]
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Story of an artist by the women he betrayed
Picasso’s Women – (rating 5/5) Even those with a passing interest in art will be familiar with the work of Picasso, the painter, sculptor, writer and poet who helped create a Cubist style that became an unmistakeable trademark. While he made his home in France he was adored by his Spanish countrymen who helped create […]
Manteghi brings one-woman show to life
Build a Rocket (Rating 4/5) Christopher York’s one-woman play tells the story of Yasmin, a teenage girl growing up in Scarborough and who has just learned she is pregnant. It starts with her writing an angry email to the person she believes is the father, using words she admits she didn’t know existed until she […]
Memorable hour as Foot pushes the boundaries
Paul Foot: Image Conscious (rating 4/5) There are many comedians trying to do something different. Often the attempts at unique delivery come at the expense of the material, disguising weak jokes or half-formed routines. Paul Foot is an exception, and his show is one of the most memorable hours of stand-up on offer. It doesn’t […]
Sketch show delivers with laughs and style
NewsRevue – (rating 5/5) In the best traditions of satire no one in the public eye is safe from the attentions of the NewsRevue team. This is sketch comedy kept fresh by the use of energetic, young talent and excellent writing. As a Fringe stalwart for many years, it is good to see that NewsRevue […]