Tamarin Fountain
@Tamarinfountain
Freelance writer.. comedy lover and reviewer.. singer and improv comedy performer. Keen on all things immersive. Based in Edinburgh.
Reviews: 79
Other Articles: 2
Ding-Dong (A Bit of a Farce)
An enjoyable, up-to-date farce, with a surprising serving of pathos
Transit
Culturally interesting but tale of loss and estrangement doesn’t break new ground
Walking on Walls
An unusual premise that offers plenty of laughs while making some serious points
Romesh Ranganathan: Irrational
Criticism and cynicism mingles with endearing warmth in this rant on modern life
The Rise and Inevitable Fall of Lucas Petit
A surreal and cautionary tale, where dull meets deadly.
Scottish Falsetto Sock Puppets Do Shakespeare
Puns aplenty as the popular Sock Puppets satirise Shakespeare
Apocalypse Cruise Ship Love Affair
An acquired taste, but a refreshingly different new musical
Shappi Khorsandi: Oh My Country! From Morris Dancing to Morrissey
Pertinent material from this strong comic, but fewer laughs than some of her previous shows
WiFi Wars
Impressive technology and silly banter provide a fantastically enjoyable participatory experience
Operation Dead Drop: A Citywide Escape Game
Chase around the city against the clock, find answers to clues and solve the puzzle.
Marcel Lucont’s Whine List
Maybe not the strongest of his shows, but nevertheless Lucont doesn’t dissapoint
Mark Watson: I’m Not Here
Watson’s brand of reliably self-deprecating comedy brings plenty of laughs
Knightmare Live: The Game Has Changed
Niche nostalgia for nerds in this kids’ TV gameshow revival
MagicFest Gala
A great send-off to this year’s MagicFest even if some acts would be better in smaller venues.