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: 158
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