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Interview: Greg Proops - First word

Interview: Greg Proops - First word

The US comic on Cormac McCarthy, Rupert Murdoch and medical marajuana

23 Aug 2011

US comic, and Whose Line is it Anyway? mainstay, Greg Proops chats Cormac McCarthy, Rupert Murdoch and medical marajuana

EIBF 2011: Christopher Brookmyre adopts subtle pseudonym for latest work - interview

EIBF 2011: Christopher Brookmyre adopts subtle pseudonym for latest work - interview

Chris, not Christopher, for Where the Bodies are Buried

23 Aug 2011

When Christopher Brookmyre has three syllables thrown at him, he knows he’s done something wrong. Despite his full first-name appearing on every book jacket since his debut novel in 1997, those around Brookmyre have called him Chris for years. ‘I tend…

You Wouldn't Know Him, He Lives in Texas

You Wouldn't Know Him, He Lives in Texas

An innovative concept that needs thinking through

(2 stars)23 Aug 2011

The title of this show refers to the boyfriend of Lizzie, who will, if you buy a ticket, invite you to her party. The purpose of the gathering is to introduce us (her 'friends') to her beloved Ryan, all the way from Austin. But of course, he won't be…

An Evening with David Sedaris

An Evening with David Sedaris

Bona fide literary superstar reads from his works

(4 stars)23 Aug 2011

David Sedaris is that rarest of beasts: a bona fide literary superstar and recording artist who regularly appears on TV shows such as Letterman, has performed at Carnegie Hall and has the fanbase to be able to sell out a week-long run at Edinburgh’s…

Do Not Take Advice From This Man - Jim Smallman and Friends

Do Not Take Advice From This Man - Jim Smallman and Friends

Four comedians try to sort out your life

(3 stars)23 Aug 2011

Hosted by veritable tattooligan Jim Smallman, four comedians each day gather in the back of a pub, build a bank of combined knowledge and try to sort out your life. Joined by Diane Spencer, Naz Osmanoglu, Tony Jameson and Danny McLoughlin, Smallman…

The Apprentice's Stuart ‘The Brand’ Baggs to appear at the Fringe

The Apprentice's Stuart ‘The Brand’ Baggs to appear at the Fringe

Informal lunch chat at 2011 Edinburgh Fringe

23 Aug 2011

‘I’m alive: there are so many people that aren’t alive or have died, unfortunately. I’m alive; that’s a gift, frankly. I wake up early every morning once I’ve had the sleep I need. I go out and make money. Everything I touch turns to sold.’ Oh Lord.

Teechers

Teechers

Fast-paced youth production despite large cast

(2 stars)23 Aug 2011

This is how to do it. A fast paced youth production of Godber’s now well worn play in front of a really good sized audience. The rotation of performers for each character, as a result of a very large troupe, was a pity as there were stand out…

Medea

Medea

Modern-edged take let down by cast

(2 stars)23 Aug 2011

Critical Mass theatre’s modern-edged take on Euripides’ story of the woman who killed her children never quite delivers the emotional clout promised by its heart-wrenching storyline. Stella Duffy’s script is gutsy and raw, but delivered unimaginatively…

Sunday in the Park with George

Sunday in the Park with George

Wonderfully presented look at the creation of art

(4 stars)23 Aug 2011

Sondheim’s musical about the creation of impressionist masterpiece ‘Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte’ focuses on an obsessed Georges Seurat, whose dedication to his work ruins his life. As the painting’s characters all offer…

The World According to Bertie

The World According to Bertie

A well performed, interestingly staged production

(3 stars)23 Aug 2011

Alexander McCall Smith’s prose is brought pretty niftily to the stage as part twee New Town soap opera, part mild satire. An 11-strong cast bring to vivid life the various dramas amidst the chinking tea cups of Edinburgh’s bourgeoisie, centring on the…

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