Naomi Petersen: I Am Telling You I'm Not Going
Young comedian presents a chaotic hour of sketches and songs at Pleasance
Emma Lawson
@emma_claws
Emma grew up on Orkney and didn’t attend a proper gig until she was 18 - she’s been trying to make up for it since. A literature postgrad, she’s worked in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Berlin, but somehow always manages to be hanging around for Fringe.
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The Tiger Who Came to Tea
[rating:3/5] An entertaining choice for children, even if Kerr's magically surreal atmosphere doesn't translate to the stage.
The Adventures of Nellie Bly
[Rating:3/5] An effective tribute to the fascinating 19th century journalist, Nellie Bly.
The Worry Monster
[Rating:4/5] A creative and charming look at mental illness and the power of the imagination.
Figments and Dust
[Rating:3/5] Sheep Theatre present a well-executed hour of oral storytelling.
Passion: A Contemporary Journey to the Cross
[Rating:2/5] The setting is perfect, but this re-interpretation tries too hard to be contemporary.
Shit Girlfriend
[Rating:3/5] Laura Kidd's show is an gentle blend of amusing anecdotes and beautifully crafted songs.
Jessie Cave: I Loved Her
[Rating:4/5] The first half of Cave's show is brilliantly chaotic - hopefully the second half will be the same.
Dead Man's Cell Phone
[Rating:3/5] A deeply strange play has a sense of unpredictability that makes it both disjointed and compelling.
Abigoliah Schamaun: Post-Coital Confessions
[Rating:3/5] This entertaining show is at its best when it sticks to its promising topic.