Oh my lordy! I met Ronnie Corbett. It was only the second time in my entire life that I have been star struck (the first was when I met Stephen King).
I shook his hand, told him how wonderful he was and just, well, gushed really. And then told Lionel Blair (who was stood with the god that is Corbett), that I knew who he was, it was just, well, RONNIE CORBETT!
I've also been getting praise and hassle about the reviews. Some people love them, some quite clearly do not. I would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone that a review is just an opinion and you are entitled to agree or disagree. If you feel strongly, post it on here.
Please do not blame my friends. They have no control over what I write. I am solely responsible for everything on these pages and I stand by everything that I have written.
Now, for other news, I have come down with a cold, making it hard to review stuff, as I just do not feel well enough to sit through the shows. I am persevering though.
I tried yesterday to cure it with half a pint of Guiness. Someone told me it was good for me. I ended up feeling crappy. So no, Guiness does not cure colds.
Tonight shall be an early night with the diary, trying to record all the details that may never see the light of day. Also, I'm on my final run in now. 3 or 4 shows every day until I leave plus will be out every night so I don't miss out on the action.
Wish me luck, and buy me fizzy good if you see me in the daylight.
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Sunday, 16 August 2009
Sunday, 9 August 2009
Bitch Got Owned
Bitch Got Owned, Laughing Horse @ Espionage (Venue 185) 17.10 6th - 30th August (not Wednesdays)
What attracted me to this show was initially the title, who would want to miss a show with a name like that? Well, it was that and the fact I saw Sajeela Kershi performing in Brighton some time ago. She has the funnies, I had extremely high expectations.
I was not disappointed.
From a strong and energetic opening, Kershi went on with a well structured, enigmatic show. Yes, there were teething problems with the music and the mic, and, as this was only the second show, with a little bit of the timing too, but the content was so good, you overlooked this.
Kershi's material works on many levels. The jokes keep coming to keep you laughing, but there is also an overarching narrative arc to the show that keeps you thinking. Bitch Got Owned is a phrase you work out for yourself by following the journey of the jokes. I seriously think that this is one for everyone, well, maybe not the kids...
Overall, this is a fresh and interesting show, with plenty of laughs. I honestly did not see one person in the (large) audience that was not laughing.
The show is on at the Laughing Horse Free Festival, and so no money required, unless, like me, you feel it is worth a few quid in the bucket at the end.
Highly recommended.
My vote: 4*
What attracted me to this show was initially the title, who would want to miss a show with a name like that? Well, it was that and the fact I saw Sajeela Kershi performing in Brighton some time ago. She has the funnies, I had extremely high expectations.
I was not disappointed.
From a strong and energetic opening, Kershi went on with a well structured, enigmatic show. Yes, there were teething problems with the music and the mic, and, as this was only the second show, with a little bit of the timing too, but the content was so good, you overlooked this.
Kershi's material works on many levels. The jokes keep coming to keep you laughing, but there is also an overarching narrative arc to the show that keeps you thinking. Bitch Got Owned is a phrase you work out for yourself by following the journey of the jokes. I seriously think that this is one for everyone, well, maybe not the kids...
Overall, this is a fresh and interesting show, with plenty of laughs. I honestly did not see one person in the (large) audience that was not laughing.
The show is on at the Laughing Horse Free Festival, and so no money required, unless, like me, you feel it is worth a few quid in the bucket at the end.
Highly recommended.
My vote: 4*
Thursday, 6 August 2009
Travelling Day
I have discovered that I cannot write on my blog from my mobile phone, so updates on here will be sporadic, however, that will not stop me writing reviews. Follow me on Twitter - @WriterCharly for reviews in 140 characters.
Ratings will be as follows:
5* - Absolutely bloody fantastic and your life would be poorer should you miss this show.
4* - Great and highly recommended to you all.
3* - Good, catch it if you have some time to do so.
2* - Only go for this if you have sod all else to do.
1* - I wouldn't even bother.
As with when I mark undergraduate essays, I can guarantee I will be harsh. In fact, I really doubt I will give any 5*, but if I do, then you know that show is absolutely spectacular!
In other news, I am about to repack my case for the third time. I hate packing. Nothing ever fits, and I always leave stuff out that I then have to squidge in at the last moment. I will arrive in Edinburgh at this time tomorrow morning (7.40 am to be exact) and will be desperate for coffee, so if you see me out and about, mine's black, no sugar.
I'm really looking forward to catching up with old friends and meeting new ones and to partying all night and napping in the afternoon.
Tweet me if you would like me to review your show (I love free tickets).
Ratings will be as follows:
5* - Absolutely bloody fantastic and your life would be poorer should you miss this show.
4* - Great and highly recommended to you all.
3* - Good, catch it if you have some time to do so.
2* - Only go for this if you have sod all else to do.
1* - I wouldn't even bother.
As with when I mark undergraduate essays, I can guarantee I will be harsh. In fact, I really doubt I will give any 5*, but if I do, then you know that show is absolutely spectacular!
In other news, I am about to repack my case for the third time. I hate packing. Nothing ever fits, and I always leave stuff out that I then have to squidge in at the last moment. I will arrive in Edinburgh at this time tomorrow morning (7.40 am to be exact) and will be desperate for coffee, so if you see me out and about, mine's black, no sugar.
I'm really looking forward to catching up with old friends and meeting new ones and to partying all night and napping in the afternoon.
Tweet me if you would like me to review your show (I love free tickets).
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