James Hanton
@jameshanton4
James is a contributor to The Wee Review, Outtake Mag and Starburst Magazine UK. He is also the former Editor-in-Chief of The Student, the oldest student newspaper in the UK. A recent graduate from the University of Edinburgh, James is looking for paid writing gigs so he doesn't fall into the endless abyss of graduate unemployment. he can be contacted at: jhantonwriter@gmail.com
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Reviews: 61
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Strange Tales
A fascinating – sometimes dazzling – adaptation of Chinese folktales that is let down by an uneven tone
The Freakeasy Cabaret – Hallowe’en Special
A strong start to this year’s Edinburgh Horror Festival
Thick Skin, Elastic Heart
A unique, absorbing and powerful insight into what living in today’s world can feel like
A Taste of Honey
Unnecessary humour detracts from superb staging and Delaney’s profound script
Grant Busé: Touché Busé
Brimming with bravado and sharp humour, Busé effortlessly wins over the crowd with his comedy masterclass
Rhod Gilbert: The Book of John
Darkly hilarious, and often remarkable, this is a comedic testimony to overcoming the most difficult of hurdles
Myra DuBois: Dead Funny
A class act in every sense, DuBois’ debauchery will have you laughing for days after you have been graced with her presence
Project X – Alternative Comedy Collective
A varied, hodge-podge marathon of alternative comedic talent
David Tieck: What Would Bill Murray Do?
Either too outlandish or not outlandish enough Tieck’s show is an hour of wonderfully absurd playtime
Simone Belshaw: Goblin and Fiends
A show in development that is easy to enjoy, led by a very funny comedy star
Daphna Baram: Cracking Up
A compelling life story told with good humour and zest by a talented comedian
Jarvis Cocker presents JARV IS…
Jarvis Cocker defies belief as a mouth-watering show ascends his audience to nirvana
Ivy Paige: Queen of the Swingers
Ivy Paige shines brightly in this absorbing musical set that tips its hat to the swinging past
Sasha Ellen: Pickle
A likeable show that doesn’t surprise but leaves you with plenty of smiles
Don’t Be Terrible
A fascinating play that needs work but has a strong idea and cast at its core
Vampire Hospital Waiting Room
Musical genius, horror tropes and humour of the highest order fuel this comedy whirlwind
Stephen Carlin: Post Rational Carlin
The jokes feel old, but Carlin’s clever writing shines through
Tarot
A magnificent, magical circus display with an incredible soundtrack and a look to die for
The Big Gay Storyslam
An inclusive, powerful and often funny showpiece of LGBT+ stories
Lolly Jones: I Believe in Merkels
Strong and stable leadership from Jones leads the way for this political debauchery
Bad Girls Upset by the Truth
A mixture of faith and fantasy underline this hugely enjoyable one-woman music show