Updated Interview with Stan Zimmerman of Gilmore Girls fame on Transferring Right Before I go to Soho Theatre #RightBeforeIGo #suicideprevention #GilmoreGirls #goldengirls #wellbeing #theatre #play #SohoTheatre

Interview with Stan Zimmerman
on Right before I go

interview by Louise Cannon

Right Before I Go has a Soho Theatre transfer from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with a hope that it will extend to other places. In this updated interview, we chat about what effect the play had on Edinburgh audiences, certain changes and certain aspects that will remain and about the play, a special talkback with a professional present and more…

I am humbled to have the opportunity to do this interview with Stan Zimmerman, writer of Golden Girls and Gilmore Girls and on a much talked about and very important subject matter. Right Before I Go is a suicide prevention play. Do read on, he is very serious about this and has answered questions informatively, sensitively and it’s interesting. It is also worth noting his show comes with support and from what I’ve read, it sounds a very well thought out and responsibly put together show for audiences.

Let’s warmly welcome, Stan Zimmerman to Bookmarks and Stages.
pics are Stan Zimmerman (writer and actor) Check them out and then let’s begin the interview.

How does it feel knowing you are able to transfer your show, a hit at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to Soho Theatre?

Overjoyed! I thought being invited by Pleasance Theatre to bring my play, RIGHT BEFORE I GO, to Edinburgh Fringe was a monumental moment on my life’s bucket list. But being able to perform it in London, especially during September, which is World Suicide Prevention Month, is really a dream come true. A dream I don’t want to wake up from. My mother, who passed five years ago, was obsessed with the UK, even living in Bridport for a few months when she was my age. So, I’ll be holding her very close to my heart during our limited run on Dean Street.

Would you change anything or certain aspects you feel you would definitely keep the same from your Edinburgh show as you transfer it?

I edited the script for the UK, when we did an Industry Only reading of it last March. And of course, I had to tighten the script for Fringe, which only allows for an hour running time. My director, the fabulous Abigail Morris, seems pretty happy with this version, so we’ll probably bring this draft to Soho. Maybe a few minor tweaks.

What effect did it have on people in Edinburgh?

I got to connect with so many people, from all over the world, during our post show Talk Backs and in the lobby after. It was clear to me that this is a global epidemic that needs our collective attention. Immediately. Audiences were grateful that there is now a theatrical piece that addresses the shame and silence around this topic.

Are you planning to try to tour to more places in the UK?

I obviously would love a longer run of this play on the West End, but our immediate goal is to plan a school tour in the UK next year (mid-April to mid-May 2027). Reaching students at that age, could save so many lives. Not to mention stop the bullying that made me feel so isolated and not wanting to go on when I was that age. If anyone wants to help with this endeavor, please contact me via my website: stan@zimmermanstan.com Together, we can break the silence.

Stan, you are bringing your show Right Before You Go, a suicide prevention play, driven by the suicide of your real life friend, to the Edinburgh Fringe.

Who or what inspired you to bring the play from NYC to Edinburgh?

“Having one of my plays performed at the famed Edinburgh Fringe Festival has always been on my bucket list. But it felt like a far off dream. It only became reality after our very successful UK industry reading of it this past March at the Soho Theatre. I was honored to share the stage with a stellar cast including Vanessa Williams, Matt Henry, Iz Hesketh and Olly Alexander. The Pleasance Theatre came to that reading and invited me to Fringe for the entire month. We’re hoping to bring the play back to London after Fringe in September, which is World Suicide Prevention Awarness Month.”

In the UK, suicide is starting to gain awareness. Why do you feel it is so important to talk about suicide on stage and in the hope of preventing it.

“Theatre can be a powerful tool. I know firsthand. Finding my tribe on stage saved my life. I want to end the shame surrounding the subject of suicide and talking about it, in this forum is a start. Especially with young people, which is why we’re in discussion tour this play in schools throughout the UK in Spring 2027.”

You use real suicide notes of celebrities, veterans, bullied teens, those identifying as LGBTQ+ and those who have experienced mental health issues.

How did you go about getting permission to use letters that are so raw and sensitive?

“All of these notes are in the public domain. They’ve been posted, broadcast or released by family members. Usually with the intent of saving other individuals from suffering in silence. Something I learned when first creating this play, was that newspapers used to regularly publish suicide notes.

Right Before I Go is followed by a talkback with a mental health professional.

For those going to the performance, how does that work in practice?

“I made it part of the agreement when licensing my play from TRWshowsUK, that you must do a Talk Back after the show with a local mental health professional. I often find that part of the show, is the most gripping. After I’ve been so open and honest in the play, audience members sometimes reveal feelings and stories that they’ve kept hidden for years. Even decades.”

What do you hope the play will achieve by the time people are leaving the auditorium?

“I already know that this play has saved lives since we debuted at the Hollywood Fringe Festival in 2015. Being in Edinburgh, i hope the piece is introduced to the global theatre community. The high suicide rate knows no boudaries of countries. This subject must be addressed through a worldwide lens. On a personal level, I hope that audiences leave the theatre and check in with their friends to see if they’re doing okay.”

How do you and others in the star-studded cast look after own wellbeing after rehearsals and performing in-front of audiences, in-particular after this play which carries such a necessary, important but emotional topic.

“I get asked that question a lot during our Talk Backs, because it’s obviously still so emotional for me to talk about losing my friend to suicide in the play. But it’s also extremely empowering to know that using my craft can make a difference in other people’s lives. Of course, I’ve only done the play two days in a row in the past. I’ll be performing in twenty-four shows in Edinburgh. So if you see me staggering through town, buy me a pint!”

Money will be raised for SL24: Unlocke the Light Foundation, based in Delaware. Can you tell us more about this non-profit organisation?

SL24: UnLocke the Light Foundation is a Delaware-based nonprofit organization with a threefold mission: to educate, assist, and support young people on their mental health journey. For more information on their educational and Peer24 Support programs, please visit www.unlockethelight.com. I had the privilege of meeting Chris Locke during a mini-East Coast US tour starring Virginia Madsen and some “Gilmore Girls” cast members. He lost his son to suicide and created this amazing organization. He said he plans to come to Edinburgh and is a very eloquent speaker on this subject.”

Tickets can be purchased and further synopsis looked at on the official website for the Soho Theatre run can be found here: https://sohotheatre.com/events/right-before-i-go/

#Interview with comedian Liam McGough on #EdFringe show Two Guys, One GCSE – A Dave Vaughn and Liam McGough Production #JustTheTonic #TheMashHouse #MixItUp #TwoGuysOneGCSE

Interview with Liam McGough

hosted by Bookmarks and Stages –
Louise Cannon

I recently interviewed comedian, Liam McGough, rather timely given there’s a little bit more conversation around the working class. Coincidentally he and I are both of this class. We talked about his comedy show, Two Guys One GCSE. He has an agenda and that is to make people laugh. He has answered questions candidly giving a little bit about his life, the quite frankly strange attitude some middle class audiences have when they see him. We also talk about overcoming challenges and who inspired him. Discover too, whether awards help a performance or not… Ultimately, the show is just about making people laugh, that’s what is most important to him, as you will find out in the interview. He steers away from politics and the like and even his title is described as “a silly play on words”. After the interview, you can find out where to follow him and how you can see his show at Just The Tonic venue – The Mash House, see further details after the interview.

Let’s warmly welcome Liam McGough to Bookmarks and Stages

The name Two Guys One GCSE is a silly play on words, referencing an unwatchable video that went around when I was at school.

It was a unique time, pre-social media, and it had its own sense of humour. The sheer ignorance of that time, when looked back on today, is amusing to me.

It was lads and ladettes, lads’ mags and gossip mags. Greasy curtains for boys and rock-hard hairspray for girls. At the time, being brash and stupid was celebrated.

I was a late developer and really struggled with learning. I was, bottom set for everything and in special classes for disruptive pupils and those falling behind with their learning. Some teachers just thought I had no future, and others sent me out of class without even bothering to check.

But even though I knew I couldn’t keep up academically, I had a strong sense that I was smart and that people just couldn’t see it because my brilliance was lost amongst the 10,000 annoying questions and statements I would make.

To summarise, I was, and am, smart. The style of learning just wasn’t suited to people who think like me. But whether I was a write-off or simply misunderstood, I had the ability to make people laugh — teachers and students alike. That helped me survive school.

So, when trying to make people laugh with an Edinburgh show, what better time to talk about than the period when you developed your sense of humour?

You aim is to tell jokes and stories with the only agenda to make people laugh. So many comedians look at health or politics, so was this a conscious decision and what led you to this?

My intention is to give people a break from having other people’s views forced upon them. It’s one thing to shine a light on the darkness in this world and another to use the stage as a soapbox.

Too often, comedians think they know best and that it’s their responsibility, as one of the great minds of our time, to “educate” people. Firstly, I think this discredits people’s intelligence, and secondly, how does a group that famously are not considered titans of industry, have the most to say about how that money goes on to be distributed?

My views are very liberal and fall left of centre, but I find it uncomfortable to hear both sides be so sure of everything and say it with such aggression. I’m yet to meet a single person who has read everything there is to read on any one subject.

So, when faced with a world so broken by disagreement, wouldn’t it be nice to take a break for a moment and focus on something we all share: laughter?

Who or what inspired you to be a stand-up comedian?

This is harder to answer, as many of my peers are like encyclopedias of information about great comics and their material. But the truth is, I’m not a huge consumer of stand-up comedy.

There are people I find funny, but I don’t have specific comedians I particularly follow. I like hearing funny people chat with each other — people like Norm Macdonald, Bernie Mac and Martin Lawrence. When I’ve heard them on talking-head shows, or heard stories about them having dinner together and chatting at speed, that’s the thing that interests me.

Making people laugh is number two. Being around people who make me laugh is number one.

You’re part of the working class. What challenges have you faced to become a comedian as a direct result of being working class and how are you overcoming them?

Generally speaking, I benefit from being working class and having an accent.

But there are times when certain working-class subjects are expected of you, while chatting about books seems less interesting to a middle-class audience.

They want me to talk about having a fight in a mine while drunk.

Luckily for me, I have a business, and that affords me the ability to put on a show. But if I didn’t, Edinburgh might be totally off the table for me.

You have been named as “one to watch” and also won King Gong at the Comedy Store, Comedy Knockout and semi-finalist of Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year.
How does that feel, has this helped your career and where do you see your career going next?

I don’t think any of those things have done anything for my fledgling comedy career, per se, but they do win me the congratulations of my peers.

Doing them puts you in a situation where you’re tested against other people who are well received, and I think that makes you want to do better. You are the sum of the company you keep at the end of the day.

I would say I have been overlooked, but I would also say that others seem to be better at the admin, and at this stage, that’s what gets you booked regularly at the harder-to-get spots.

I’m hoping I’ll get so good one day that I become undeniable. But that’s something that will take a lot of work.

Where can people follow you on social media?

My Instagram is @liammcgoughtreeguy

My TikTok is @liamlol

Find details for tickets to Liam McGough’s show here on the EdFringe website:

https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/two-guys-one-gcse

#Interview by Lou – What does Comedian, Robyn Perkins and Psychologist, Dr. Keenan have in common? Free #EdFringe show – Shrink Wrapped A Psychologist Analysis Live On Stage. @lhcomedy #Hoots #Apex #WhatsOnEdinburgh #ShrinkWrapped #Comedy #Psychology #RobynPerkins #DrCarolyneKeenan #ComedyForTheCurious #LifeHacks

Interview hosted by Louise Cannon – Bookmarks and Stages with
Comedian, Robyn Perkins
and Psychologist, Dr. Carolyne Keenan
Shrink Wrapped: A Psychologist Analysis Live On Stage

Hoot 1 at Hoots @ The Apex
Grassmarket
9pm until 30th August

Welcome, Robyn Perkins and Dr. Carolyne Keenan to Bookmarks and Stages.
Thank you for your time in answering all my questions in an in-depth, fascinating manner.

Robyn Perkins is a multi-award winning comedian with hit shows such as Comedy for the Curious. She is said to like investigating life. She tackles big emotionally charged subjects and brings it back to the audience with relatable humour and anecdotes.

Dr. Carolyne Keenan is a fully-qualified, licenced, registered psychologist who is founder and clinical director @ Lotus Psychology Ltd. She has also featured on BBC Radio 1 in programmes such as the popular, Life Hacks, The Independent, Psychology Today and more…

The idea of bringing comedians on-stage together in a group therapy type of scenario, with a psychologist really analysing them, sounds a fascinating and original show. It’s a pleasure to interview you both about this, covering what you hope audiences will get from this, what psychologists really think of clients and so much more… The answers truly are fascinating and insightful.
Firstly, we will check out the synopsis and then on to the Q&A before details on where you can catch Shrink Wrapped in Edinburgh.

Ever been deep in a therapy session and gone: I want to know what the hell she’s thinking? Well now’s your chance… with comedians in the hot seat. Join award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins and real-life psychologists (Dr Ruchi Sinha, Dr Carolyne Keenan or Dr Edel McGlanaghy) for the most entertaining therapy session you’ll ever witness. Guest comedians perform their best material, before submitting themselves to gentle psychological probing in front of a live audience. Don’t worry, we’ve got more safe words than a BDSM convention.

Without further ado, let’s begin with the questions I have for you:

Robyn, What gave you the idea to have a comedy show around the topic of therapy and then add in real psychologists into the mix?

It actually started in Adelaide when I had one of our psychologists on Comedy for the Curious (my science comedy panel show, also in Edinburgh). During the show, the psychologist (Dr. Ruchi Sinha) just read all of the comedian guests, from a psychological point of view. After the show, we chatted about how that would make an incredible show on its own, and the raw idea was born. From there, I have developed the idea into a full-blown panel show, developing the structure into what it is today.

Dr. Keenan, how did you become involved in this show and how is it being in the mix of a comedy show and at the same time giving your psychological opinion in front of a live audience?

I was invited to be part of Shrink Wrapped because I had already been a guest expert on Robyn’s show Comedy for the Curious. We had been working together for a while when Robyn came up with the concept for Shrink Wrapped. I’ve always believed psychology shouldn’t just stay in clinic rooms or textbooks, it should be part of everyday life. When Robyn described the show and the concept of combining comedy with psychological insights, I thought it was brilliant.

Being part of a comedy show is exciting and I love meeting all the comedians. It’s different from my therapy work but it uses the same skills- listening deeply, noticing patterns, and reflecting back what I hear. The difference is that on stage, we’re exploring these insights with humour, warmth, and openness in front of a live audience. I love that it makes psychology accessible and fun, while also highlighting the very real human truths that comedy often touches on.

Dr. Keenan, can you give an example of what do psychologists think of their clients, since that is a little of what’s billed in the show that makes it sound so interesting?

People often wonder what psychologists really think about their clients. The reality is, we’re human and often I’m thinking very similar things to what you might be:

“I wish they could see how great they are.”
“They really need to get rid of this idiot, they’d be so much happier.”
“I wish they would focus less on how much their favourite influencer has helped them and give the sessions we have been having some credit!”

In Shrink Wrapped, the audience gets a playful glimpse into how psychologists analyse behaviour and language. For example, a comedian might make a joke about not feeling good enough growing up and I might explore whether that contributed to their attraction to a job where they are constantly seeking immediate and positive approval from an audience. It’s done with kindness and humour though, not judgement, which is what makes it so engaging.

Robyn, Shrink Wrapped has done hugely well at the Adelaide Fringe having sell-out shows. What can people in Edinburgh expect and what do you hope they take away with them at the end of the show?

The concept of Shrink Wrapped seems to intrigue most people, but I think it is the structure behind it that gives the show it’s depth. I have worked with a few psychologists to refine a list of topics we explore across the shows (eg. Conflict, Trust, Romantic Relationships, etc.). Each show tackles a few of the topics in a group therapy session between 3 comedians and a psychologist.

Because the discussion is based in real therapy concepts, the show inherently flips between serious and funny, emotional and light hearted. Equally, I have chosen comedians who are, by nature, quite vulnerable on stage so the chat will occasionally reach emotional moments. However, with 3 comedians on stage at one time, this also means we are desperate to crack a joke if it gets too intense. It is the ebb and the flow of these moments that really makes the show special.

Additionally, since we are talking about real events and real people, we have found that audiences relate to at least one of the comedians on stage, in an ‘I do that’ or ‘that’s me’ kind of way. We are hoping that this can also spark conversations about mental health in a positive and fun way. I know using humour to explore mental health is not a new concept, but watching 3 comedians talk about their mental health in the form of a live therapy session is new territory we are excited to be exploring.

This year in Edinburgh, we are doing the Free Fringe (free entry with donations after the show), and while you cannot book ahead, based on feedback we have had about the show, we are expecting to be just as busy as Adelaide.

Dr. Keenan, what do you hope the audience will have learnt and take away with them by the end of the show?

I hope the audience leaves with:

A sense of relief – realising we all have quirks and struggles, and humour can be a brilliant way to explore them.
A new curiosity about themselves and others – understanding that behaviour always makes sense when you look deeper.
A feeling of connection – seeing comedians open up about their lives helps us feel less alone in our own messy human experiences.

Ultimately, I want people to feel entertained, uplifted, and inspired to reflect on their own lives with more compassion and humour.

For both Dr. Keenan and Robyn, how did you convince 8 comedians to be on stage doing some form of group therapy with 3 psychologists present. Was this an easy or hard task to do?

Dr. KEENAN: I think comedians are naturally curious and brave, they’re used to being vulnerable on stage and they quite like talking about themselves! When they realised this show wasn’t about picking them apart but about exploring their material and personalities in a fun, supportive way, they were on board.

Also, Robyn’s energy and the framing of the show as “science comedy” rather than “group therapy” helped. It wasn’t about fixing them – it was about exploring some of their material through a psychological lens. That made it feel safe and exciting rather than threatening.

ROBYN PERKINS: Similar to what Dr. Keenan has said – as a comedian we love talking about ourselves! But more than that, comedians are curious by nature. I have been overwhelmed by the number of comedians who have asked to be on the show. It’s been fantastic! No convincing necessary!

For both Robyn and Dr. Keenan, what did you both learn from doing this type of show that you would take forward into your careers moving forward and would you do something similar again in the future?

Dr. KEENAN: For me, it reinforced how powerful humour is in making psychological concepts accessible. People learn best when they’re engaged and laughing. I also learnt that psychology belongs everywhere – not just therapy rooms but in arts, media, and entertainment. I regularly take part in BBC Radio One’s Sunday evening show Life Hacks where we take topics that impact the listeners and explore the psychology behind them. We often have call in questions so I’m comfortable thinking on my feet and making these insights accessible and actionable but doing it in front of a live audience on stage has helped me practice those skills and feel even more comfortable with it.

I’d absolutely love to do something similar again. Bringing psychology to audiences in creative ways is something I’m deeply passionate about, and Shrink Wrapped has been a perfect example of how that can work- long may the show continue!

ROBYN PERKINS: I have learned I probably need to do more therapy! I have actually learned a lot about myself, both from comments about me and my set, but I’ve also learned things from watching others. I am hoping this show continues far into the future.

What made you choose Edinburgh Fringe for Shrink Wrapped and what are your plans for where this show can go next?

I go to the Fringe every year, and do the global festival circuit, so it was a no brainer to bring it to EdFringe! Through at least December, we are performing monthly at Top Secret Comedy Club in London at the moment. We will bring the show back to Australia next year. But also, we are looking to potentially start touring the show around theatres and the rest of the UK. The possibilities are endless!

Where can people follow you on social media?

Dr. CAROLYNE KEENAN

You can find me on Instagram @drcarolynekeenan

Linked In (2) Dr Carolyne Keenan | LinkedIn

My website is www.carolynekeenan.co.uk

ROBYN PERKINS

www.robynperkins.com

Instagram @robynHperkins

Further Details about Shrink Wrapped:

Shrink Wrapped – A Psychologist Analysis of Comedians Live On Stage

#Review of Rob Auton: Jupiter – Comedy with storytelling. @robauton #Comedy #storytelling #theatre #EdFringe

Rob Auton: Jupiter

Review written by Louise Cannon – Bookmarks and Stages

Rob Auton brings hope and humanity in his deadpan style of comedy.

His storytelling is original and thought-provoking as well as very funny. There are many laughs to be had in this hour of his unique stand-up comedy style.

Rob Auton takes you on quite a rhythmic, sharply observed journey as he takes up the position a unique estate agent as he is trying to sell reasons to be on earth to a couple of extra-terrestrial beings from Jupiter. It touches on the surreal, with quickfire jokes and clever rhythm in his story-telling that sets them up. He’s quite the wordsmith as he stands stationery at the mic. It suits his style of comedy to do this rather than go for the physical comedy as the pace is slower, but the messages he is getting across are memorable and feel important and this adds to the meaningfulness that intertwines the interesting surreal of the estate agent concept. It also fits well with the intimate staging at The Assembly Roxy as there’s a feeling of his words drawing you closer into something you want to listen to.

The deadpan style and the word rhythms he adopts give Rob Auton great stage presence with his words penetrating into the mind, almost a bit hypnotic in a way in the manner in-which it is paced. He clearly wants you to take away his messaging as well as the laughs and mull them over. The style seems quite intelligently and intentionally done.

By the end, what can be felt, apart from the good endorphins from laughing, is also a sense of how important earth is and how truly privileged we, as humans are to be living on it, more than what is often realised as lots gets taken for granted ie the human condition. It was fantastic that it brings this to the forefront of minds.

Jupiter truly is profound throughout the comedy elements and a must see!

#Review of Max Fulham’s Monkey Business – Family Show – Gilded Balloon 11:50-12:50 #MaxFulham #GildedBalloon #EdFringe #Comedy #ventriloquist #familyshow

Max Fulham’s Monkey Business

review by Louise Cannon

Max Fulham’s Monkey Business is one for all the family. It’s the show where both kids and adults end up in stitches of laughter and join in, some more than others, and become part of this Monkey Business. This ventriloquist from just down the road from Edinburgh in Linlithgow is one to watch!

Max Fulham is a ventriloquist with a lot of comedy up his sleeve, or perhaps that’s coming from his employees in his new found office, Monkey Business. It isn’t like any office you’d have seen before. It isn’t dull and far from bland. This is the most fun office with the strangest array of staff you’re likely to come across. The business is serious, but this is Monkey Business after all anything can happen with the departments you would expect in an office, but with unconventional staff.

Meet a monkey in management ready to do a presentation like you’ve never seen before, a dog on reception, an old man called boring John in finance, a squeaky mouse from IT department, are his employees and its the law to wear a tie. This brings on lots of humour at different levels, so he well and truly is aiming at both kids and adults rather skillfully. There is also a fun game that every audience member participated in. There wasn’t anyone who didn’t look like they were having fun on some level.

It is refreshing that this truly is for many ages with the jokes on-point for the entire audience demographic.

As for his, now rare, art form of ventriloquism, he has nailed it! Watching incredibly closely and could not see his mouth move and each word was audible, clear and easy to understand.

The “employees” in this office are also the kids, those who want to join in. The adults also have a few jobs to do. What is a thoughtful touch is the gifts handed out to participants. There’s also a fun craft done on stage, along with a randomly chosen child. For all the kids, bubbles magically appear.

I think it’s worth pointing out, Max Fulham truly ensures his Monkey Business “employees” are comfortable and having a good experience, especially those junior human ones who join him on stage.

With a whole lot of monkeying around and exceptional skills this is one all the family can truly enjoy.

You can catch Max Fulham’s Monkey Business at:
Dining Room at Gilded Balloon Teviot
11:50 – 12:50

Check out more here: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/max-fulham-s-monkey-business

There is also an adult show called Memory Foam, that’s also worth checking out.

#Review of The Devil Wears Primark @Raquelitafantastica #EdFringe #TheDevilWearsPrimark #LeMondeHotel

The Devil Wears Primark

Stand-up Comedy at Le Monde Hotel

Devil Wears Prada meets Primark and hits menopause and dating sites.
Stand-up Comedian, Rachael Milne is one to watch!

Have you seen both films, The Devil Wears Prada/The Devil Wears Primark 2? Well, it’s more than those films, however, walk into the auditorium and the songs played will remind you of them. It’s an entertaining start even before, not Meryl Streep, but stand-up comedian, Rachael Milne takes to the stage. She is glitz and glam… not Prada, but the other P’s – Primark and Polyester, as she introduces herself. As soon as she began with sharp in wit and observation, the laughs came and kept coming.

She moved from the witty film references to the many dating sites, relationships and being menopausal. She has clever usage of gentle psychology in the way she gently coaxes the audience to be part of the conversation, if they want to be, never putting pressure on.

The audience proved this isn’t just a comedy for women, plenty of guys were in the audience too. Everyone found the humour in ageing. She also made light of ex-pats of which she is one and more…

I went in hoping for a good time and that’s what was delivered and any reservations disappeared from the start. There were a few jokes that weren’t quite as strong as others but the better ones outweighed them and became more memorable and talked about.

The stage may have been small but her stage presence was big and so are the laughs.

Check out The Devil Wears Primark on edfringe.com