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BCG Daily Sunday 18th June 2023

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Sooz Kempner. Copyright: Kate Scott

Sooz Kempner: 10 things that changed my life

Comedian and actress Sooz Kempner spoke with Adam Robertson about the 10 things that changed her life...

Adam Robertson, The National (Scotland), 18th June 2023
Joe Pasquale

Joe Pasquale interview

"I'd get the kids and hide behind the settee from the rent man".

Nick McGrath, The Times, 18th June 2023
Queen Of Oz. Princess Georgiana (Catherine Tate)

Queen Of Oz review

"You can't satirise the royals - they're unimprovable".

Camilla Long, The Sunday Times, 18th June 2023
Adam Kay

Adam Kay tells of life 'transformed' by surrogacy of two babies

Adam Kay, the author of This Is Going To Hurt, the bestselling "secret diary" of a junior doctor, is now the father of two babies, he has revealed.

The Guardian, 18th June 2023
The Wonders Of The World I Can't See. Chris McCausland

Chris McCausland interview

I recently caught up with Chris to discuss the origins of The Wonders of the World I Can't See, whether his mind has been changed about going abroad as well as what it was really like taking part in Scared Of The Dark.

I Talk Telly, 18th June 2023
Stewart Lee

Stewart Lee: I want fair, accurate political coverage

If wanting fair, accurate political coverage means I'm a nerd, knit me a tank top. Luckily the great British public were on hand to help Laura Kuennsberg correct the record last week

Stewart Lee, The Observer, 18th June 2023
Idiots Assemble: Spitting Image The Musical

Idiots Assemble: Spitting Image The Musical, Phoenix Theatre, review

The masks are the best things about the show. Amazing how such static objects have so much expression. If you saw the original TV series between 1984 and 1996, you'll know what to expect. We are all eligible subjects for satire, and laughter is a safety valve.

Vera Liber, British Theatre Guide, 18th June 2023
Edinburgh Fringe

Edinburgh preview: Drag Queens vs. Zombies at Underbelly Cowgate

Stakes are high in this outrageously camp comedy horror as the gals behind last year's hit show Drag Queens vs. Zombies return to the Edinburgh Fringe!

Theatre Weekly, 18th June 2023
Edinburgh Fringe

Edinburgh preview: Ben Target: LORENZO at Summerhall

Ben Target is a critically-acclaimed performance artist and multi-award-winning comedian; in 2020 he gave this up to become the live-in carer for an irascible elderly prankster.

Theatre Weekly, 18th June 2023
Edinburgh Fringe

Edinburgh preview: The Importance of Being... Earnest? at Pleasance Courtyard

The Importance of Being... Earnest? is an exciting and hilarious experience both to watch and be part of as the innovative format creates an unexpected new experience every night.

Theatre Weekly, 18th June 2023
Edinburgh Fringe

Edinburgh preview: Sex Talks at Pleasance Courtyard

Emma-Louise Boynton is bringing her hugely successful sell-out live event series Sex Talks to the Edinburgh Fringe to get into the nitty gritty of all things sex and intimacy.

Theatre Weekly, 18th June 2023
Edinburgh Fringe

Edinburgh preview: I Killed My Ex at theSpace @ Niddry Street

I Killed My Ex is a dark comedy following two dear friends, Tina & Lola, who impulsively kill Tina's ex after he leaves her at the altar.

Theatre Weekly, 18th June 2023
Edinburgh Fringe

Edinburgh preview: Nuclear Children at Pleasance Courtyard

This absurd and deeply human production follows Isla as she battles with grief and strives to find her identity as an adult.

Theatre Weekly, 18th June 2023
Edinburgh Fringe

Edinburgh preview: Pleasure Little Treasure at Underbelly Cowgate

Combining theatre with comedy, drag and clowning, this autobiographical, playful work reflects on the story of performer Elina's strip club upbringing in a newly independent Estonia.

Theatre Weekly, 18th June 2023
Edinburgh Fringe

Edinburgh preview: Stark Bollock Naked at Assembly Roxy

The international hit about women's reproductive shelf life is live-scored using gynaecological instruments.

Theatre Weekly, 18th June 2023
Edinburgh Fringe

Edinburgh preview: The Great Ruckus at Pleasance Courtyard

Two sisters are navigating their way through their mother's funeral, dutifully marching to Death's drumbeat, when the warm embrace of family turns into a seething snake-pit of selfabsorbed relatives. As grandparents argue over whether the funeral reception will be a celebration of Marks and Spencer catering packs or a piece of Gothic tragedy, the sisters succumb to their own bad behaviour. Everyone seems to think this funeral is about them.

Theatre Weekly, 18th June 2023
Edinburgh Fringe

Dominique Salerno interview

'The possibilities are unlimited when you're inspired by your limitations!' Character comedian finds literal constraints a creative force in her debut show.

Kevin Ibbotson-Wight, The Wee Review, 18th June 2023
Edinburgh Fringe

Matty Hutson interview

'I'm the only guy I'm trying to make look stupid'. The musical comedian tells us about his debut Fringe show.

Kevin Ibbotson-Wight, The Wee Review, 18th June 2023

New celebs on the horizon in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Fringe shows continue to be confirmed.

Just Celebrity Magazine, 18th June 2023

Theatre - Edinburgh really knows how to entertain!

Edinburgh Fringe shows continue to be confirmed.

Heart London Magazine, 18th June 2023

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