Reviews
William Stone: Lofi Jokes to Study/Relax to
Metronomic gag merchant presents a strong hour of quality one-liners
The Quality of Mercy: Concerning the Life and Crimes of Dr Harold Frederick Shipman
Powerful piece of theatre doesn’t do quite enough to honour the victims of the subject’s crimes
BATSU!
Game show in the style of Japanese ‘penalty games’, our lives were incomplete before this perfect late-night Fringe pick
Diana: The Untold and Untrue Story
A wild, camp fantasy ride into the mythical status Diana has now taken on
Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder
Perfectly packaged production of catchy tunes
The Revel Puck Circus: The Wing Scuffle Spectacular
A few missteps and disjointed pacing don’t derail a charming and impressive display
Death Suits You
Talented performer suffers from a script that doesn’t lead us anywhere
Before the Drugs Kick In
A strong central performance and characterisation brings this humorously and emotionally-rich work to life
Susie McCabe: Femme Fatality
Outstanding comedy set that earns applause for every killer punchline
Tree Woman Tales
Holly Penfield’s show is a fine demonstration of her talents and an invitation to share in her seasoned perspective
Jo Griffin: The Power Hour
Insanely high-energy presentation doesn’t quite suit the trippy, meditative subject matter
As Far As Impossible
Profound and harrowing in equal measure, Rodrigues’ verbatim piece shines a light on humanitarian efforts
Fiona Allen: On the Run
Safe stand-up set on domestic life has some standout moments
