Monday 22 August 2011

Day 15 Roundup



Choose Death, Just The Tonic. An inspired set of disturbing characters in this dark comedy. At points repetitive, but enjoyable overall. 3/5

Guilt & Shame, Just The Tonic. For 'depraved comedy' this is far cleverer than the title suggests. Hilarious, if not inspired. 4/5

Mark Olver, Just The Tonic. A dark narrative runs nicely alongside traditional stand up. Likable and often very funny. 3/5

The Oxford Revue, Underbelly.Ticks off every student sketch comedy stereotype. Some laughs, but full of cheap gags and lazy references. 2/5

Opposition, Zoo Southside. A madcap medley of poetry, delivered with gusto and skill, turns our leaders' political language on its head. 3/5

Tomboy Blues, Zoo Southside. Warm and well-observed exploration of gender by two hyper-charming performers. Original, if a little wordy. 3/5