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How comics are starting talk on mental illness (Link expired)
A number of shows - both poignant and funny - deal with mental health issues at this year's Edinburgh Fringe. Siobhan Smith talked to four comedians and performers - Felicity Ward, Fern Brady, John Robertson and Pierre Novellie - about how they're trying to raise awareness, and why comedians seem to be more susceptible than most to mental illness.
Siobhan Smith, WOW247, 27th August 2015Comedians on their stage clothes
Comics at the Edinburgh fringe reveal their sartorial secrets, from furry trousers to see-through numbers.
The Guardian, 17th August 2015Felicity Ward interview
The Australian comic explains that her show about irritable bowel syndrome and anxiety has no 'serious moment'.
Stephanie Merritt, The Observer, 16th August 2015Fringe Q&As: Felicity Ward
Felicity Ward discusses bagpipes, the Scottish crowds and tuba lessons.
The Herald, 12th August 2015Ten things to say to a flyerer
Felicity Ward on the art of gentle rejection.
Felicity Ward, Chortle, 8th August 2015Why Felicity Ward, Mike McShane and more are teaming up (Link expired)
Claire Smith meets the performers challenging the stigma around mental ill health and teaming up for a unique benefit show supported by The Scotsman - including Bryony Kimmings and Tim Grayburn, who tell Susan Mansfield about raising awareness while raising a laugh
Claire Smith, WOW247, 8th August 2015How to...not get caught short
Strutting about the festival, it's likely you'll be caught out at Toilet O'Clock unable to 'trou down'. Here are some handy hints to avoid an inevitable public splashing.
Felicity Ward, Fest Mag, 3rd August 2015Felicity Ward: what if there is not toilet?
It takes a certain boldness and considerable skill to make the issues of irritable bowel syndrome and mental illness funny.
lidia, Edinburgh Festivals, 3rd August 2015Interview: rarely asked questions - Felicity Ward
Her latest show, What If There Is No Toilet?, is about "mental illness, irritable bowel syndrome and her search for the nearest toilet." Maybe next time she is on primetime she will do her IBS routine too.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 29th July 2015Edinburgh Fringe interview: Felicity Ward
Ward is one of the strongest female comedians on the circuit with a razor-sharp wit that is instantly infectious... just don't mention The Goonies being remade... you've been warned!
The New Current, 20th July 2015