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Justin’s experience shines through. We’re in a good sized venue and it's pretty full. He needs to connect with a lot of people, and he does so with humour, agility and a likability northerners are known for.  He tackles such big issues as inflated prices at harbour-side restaurants and where to keep the ketchup.

We walk in to a great underground space, with well dressed characters of the early 19th Century in an 1830’s taproom. There’s lots going on, and there’s a variety of quirky characteristics on offer which seem to bond the actors. But you make you’re own story in this immersive theatre piece.

Some good comedy from Irish comic Alison Spittle about various stories from her life, some of the challenges you face as you grow up, and internet trolls.

Will they stop the Mansplainer in time? This new musical provides some entertainment, hosts some great performers, and is somewhat inventive for how they put it all together & use an effective set.

Exploring the impact of technology through humour, observations and cracking use of a Commodore 64. An insightful hour that demonstrates the chaos of our world caused by the evolution of technology.

50 Magic Tricks in an hour is no mean feat. Ben Hamlin brings some classics, some new interpretations, and a relaxed but very energetic approach to magic performance.

A comedian who won the "So You Think You're Funny?” competition 2017 and brings her warm but self-deprecating show about the north/south divide, height & epilepsy to Edinburgh.

This is a show about the irrational pursuit of the absurd.  Richard is amenable and generated some bursts of laughter.

A deceptively slow start aids the tension built up through an incredible show of dance, physical theatre & circus skills that at times meant the audience didn’t know whether to clap in amazement or stay silent in fear of breaking the concentration.

If you’re looking for a relatively easy to get on with bit of entertainment sprinkled with skilful magic and a touch of strong acting, then this show is for you. It’s pacy, interactive and will cause conversation if seen in a group.

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