Richard Stamp
Richard Stamp is a freelance writer, theatre reviewer, and co-founder of reviewing website Fringe Guru. When he moved to Edinburgh in the summer of 1996, Richard discovered a latent passion for small-scale theatre - with a particular interest in site-specific and interactive work. Over the years, he's seen more than a thousand Fringe productions in Edinburgh, Brighton and elsewhere. He's the kind of person who keeps all his ticket stubs.
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Reviews: 108
Other Articles: 1
One-Man Poe
Less means more in a characterful interpretation of much-loved gothic tales
A Letter to Lyndon B Johnson or God: Whoever Reads This First
Boyish exuberance belies a wistful study of innocence lost
The Bronze Boy
Nuanced road-trip drama makes intriguing art from a harrowing theme
Reflections Upon An Ugly Little Soul
Poetry and physicality present brutally raw insights into a troubled mind
Stiff
Innuendo-packed comedy delivers plenty of laughs, but a troubling theme
The Red Room
Stripped-down adaptation reveals the power of imagined terror
Frankenstein (On A Budget)
Low-budget schtick is uneasy partner for surprisingly powerful musical
Where Are We Going With This?
Subtle and credible two-hander emphasises the power of conversation
Seven Steps To Feel Completely Happy Again
Clever and moving riposte to the shallowness of popular psychology
Defective Inspector: American Odyssey
Joyful parody pairs inspired characters with flawless execution
Kenny Goes To Sleep
Loveable, original character comedy showcases some unexpected talents
To Watch A Man Eat
Troubling commentary on the pressure to succeed and cost of ambition
Malvolio’s Fantasy
Queer reimagining of Twelfth Night delivers interesting ideas but flawed execution
Don Quixote Rides Again
Flamenco-fused storytelling playfully unfolds a half-familiar tale
