Reviews
Lucy Porter: Be Prepared
Would adult life goals be more achievable if badges were handed out? Lucy Porter ponders this and more in her latest show
The Three Deaths of Ebony Black
Fun and irreverent darkly humorous puppet show
Stephen Carlin: Post Rational Carlin
The jokes feel old, but Carlin’s clever writing shines through
James Bran: Hack
Eye-opening and thought-provoking comedy questioning tech ethics
Marc Jennings: Getting Going
Astute observations and self-deprecating humour combine to make this comedian one to watch
Sean Morley: Soon I Will Be Dead and My Bones Will Be Free to Wreak Havoc Upon the Earth Once More
Horror, philosophy and a nod to absurdist comedy from cult comic hero on the rise
Sarah Kendall: Paper Planes
Cerebral storytelling and gentle laughs from Radio 4 veteran Kendall
Nigel Ng: Culture Shocked
An solidly entertaining show from a self-assured natural performer that has the potential to be even more
MARVELus: All the Marvel Movies… Kind of. 2019
Mildly lacklustre tribute to Marvel movies
Brett Johnson: Poly-Theist
Endearing autobiographical look at the ups and downs of polyamory
Matt Duwell: A Pessimist’s Guide To Being Happy
Strong comedy highlighting the lighter side of cynicism
Baby Wants Candy: The Completely Improvised Full-Band Musical
An hour of ridiculous, high-energy fun
Sleeping Trees: Silly Funny Boys
Telethon lampoon offers nostalgic laughs in this hilariously creative parody
Dylan Dodds and Friends (Friends Not Included)
Interesting comedy concept lacks direction
The Big Gay Storyslam
An inclusive, powerful and often funny showpiece of LGBT+ stories