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: 85
Other Articles: 1
Sliding Worlds: Monelise Multidimensional Experience
Singer showcases her sensational voice and talents for enchantment in an online concert with a spiritual difference.
Crunch [ONLINE]
Slightly muddled, but nonetheless a visually impressive and wonderful short solo act
Animated Highlights 2021: Isolation & Connection [ONLINE]
A varied, moving and hypnotising showcase of animation and the way it can tap into emotion quite unlike anything else
Effing Robots: How I Taught the A.I. to Stop Worrying and Love Humans [ONLINE]
A slick, funny, and enlightening show about the wonders – and horrors – of pioneering technology
Readymade Cabaret 2.0 [ONLINE]
An initially confusing but eventually engaging theatrical inspection of philosophy and science, draped in avant-garde style
Planet Phuckett! (the Covid edition) [ONLINE]
A foreboding show with an urgent warning that nevertheless feels like it doesn’t fulfil its potential
The Neon Shadow [ONLINE]
A haunting, dystopian vision of isolation and the desperate need to feel close to others
Native Harrow
Closeness
Folk-rock duo head in exciting new directions without compromising on their warmth and style
Frills in Lockdown
A glamorous, packed show of performers who give their all in this amateur burlesque extravaganza
Hiatus
A fascinating, personal exploration of mental states and isolation betrayed by its sub-par technical strokes
The Travelling Cat Chronicles
Emotional comedy-drama about one man and his cat is a poignant life story told with energy and admiration.
Comics Solving Problems
Two charismatic comedians tackle current affair issues
AJ Bell Fringe on Friday (14 August)
Night of comedy and cabaret celebrates the colour, talent and spirit of the festival
My Light Shines On: Honeyblood
A resonating, powerful performance played out to the ghostly backdrop of an empty Leith Theatre
After the Turn: The Mystery of Bly Manor
Expertly crafted and genuinely unnerving, Nine Knocks Theatre create an adaptation that could make you paranoid of your own home
Viva GlasVegas
A talented showcase of burlesque that does its best to fill the Fringe void
The Crooked Spire [ONLINE]
Promise and intrigue are to be found in Ashgate Heritage Arts’ mysterious work-in-progress
Slay at Home: June Edition
A red hot, glamorous and passionate variety display that treats you to outstanding cabaret in the name of a good cause
Royal Shakespeare Company’s Macbeth [ONLINE]
As stylish and professional a take on the Scottish Play as one could hope for, with a wonderful lead performance from Christopher Eccleston
Wolves are Coming for You [ONLINE]
Despite intoxicating moments and two strong lead performances, Horwood’s play lacks the set its plot deserves
After Chekov
Ghostly and captivating, After Chekov mostly succeeds in bringing The Three Sisters to life in a brand new way
