Becca Moody
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The Edinburgh interviews 2017: Ellyn Daniels
Ellyn Daniels' new Edinburgh show is about how she finds inner peace in a frantic and demanding world through performing stand up comedy. Whether through her work as a ballet dancer or model, Daniels unpicks her past struggles with mental health in an honest yet humorous way. She will be performing at Just the Tonic at The Caves throughout August.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 29th July 2017Edinburgh interviews 2017: Margaret Thatcher
Old Maggie Thatcher has taken the Edinburgh Festival by storm in the last few years, and is bringing her new audience-participation show Margaret Thatcher Queen of Game Shows to the Assembly George Square Gardens this summer. As well as this, she is hosting a club night, Margaret Thatcher Queen of Club Nights, which will be at Assembly Checkpoint throughout August.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 28th July 2017The Edinburgh interviews 2017: Marcus Monroe
Marcus Monroe is not only a stand up comedian, he is also a juggler. He combines these two skills in his shows, making for a truly unique comedy experience. Monroe will be performing his show The Rise and Fall of Marcus Monroe at Assembly George Square Gardens throughout August.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 27th July 2017The Edinburgh interviews 2017: Tony Law
Love surrealist comedy or loathe it, you have to admire Tony Law for his commitment to the craft. Law's comedy is as uncompromising as it is energetic, and Absurdity For The Common People looks set to prove that absurd, shouty humour isn't just for an isolated few. Tony will be performing at The Stand throughout August.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 26th July 2017The Edinburgh interviews 2017: Asad Mecci (Hyprov)
Ever wondered what a combination of hypnotisation and improvised comedy would look like? Hypnotist Asad Mecci works alongside comics Colin Mochrie and Mike McShane to put audience members under their spell for a unique night of unpredictable comedy. Hyprov will be at the Assembly George Square Theatre throughout August.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 25th July 2017The Edinburgh interviews 2017: Alex Kealy
Alex Kealy's debut Edinburgh show is an introspective look at the effects of leaving the EU on 21st century Brits, with Kealy examining issues surrounding Brexit and also aspects of his personal life, with his trademark calm, downbeat delivery. Alex will be performing The Art of the Keal at Just the Tonic at The Caves throughout August.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 24th July 2017The Edinburgh interviews 2017: Rob Auton
Rob Auton has a unique approach to the writing of a stand up show, working around an abstract theme, spring-boarding off something as simple as a word. Auton's style of comedy is a playful and sentimental take on performance poetry, unlike anything else you will see at the Fringe this year. He will be performing The Hair Show at Just the Tonic at The Caves throughout August.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 23rd July 2017The Edinburgh Interviews 2017: Lauren Pattison
Lauren Pattison is a stand up comedian from Newcastle and, despite having already supported Katherine Ryan on tour, it is clear that Pattison is on her way to high places. Lauren is confident, humble and extremely likeable and will be performing her debut show Lady Muck at the Pleasance Courtyard throughout August.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 22nd July 2017The Edinburgh interviews 2017: Angela Barnes
Angela Barnes seems to always be on television and radio these days, whether that be Mock the Week, Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled or The News Quiz. Barnes is at the top of her game. She is the voice at the back of your mind that says it how it is, but is also genuine, warm and darkly funny. Angela will be performing at the Pleasance Courtyard throughout August
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 21st July 2017The Edinburgh interviews 2017: Njambi McGrath
Njambi McGrath's latest show, Breaking Black, examines her experiences as a woman born in Kenya and living in the UK, and considers the effects of a post-Brexit Britain on the way immigrants are treated within their own country. Njambi will be performing her free show at Laughing Horse at The Counting House throughout August.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 20th July 2017