Jay Richardson
- Journalist
Press clippings Page 14
Nathan Cassidy: Observational review
The world may have been turned upside-down. But reassuringly, this show, which Cassidy started developing at last year's festival, is a typically imperfect, bold hour from a comic seeking a shot at redemption and in need of a photo opportunity.
Jay Richardson, Chortle, 25th August 2020Comedy review: Parking LOL Comedy Night
The drive-in re-imagined in a novel format, but the entertainment on offer is hit and miss.
Jay Richardson, The Scotsman, 21st August 2020Comedy review: ComedySportz
Taking the competitiveness of short form improvisation to the nth degree, ComedySportz is less a showcase of comic invention and more a family-friendly template of parlour games that might keep kids amused on a rainy day.
Jay Richardson, The Scotsman, 9th August 2020Comedy review: Jarlath Regan - Notions Eleven
With the slightly bizarre feel of a historical document, this show - which Jarlath Regan would have been performing at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe in normal circumstances - was the last to be filmed in Dublin's prestigious Vicar Street Theatre before lockdown.
Jay Richardson, The Scotsman, 9th August 2020Fern Brady interview
Fern Brady's new audiobook Edinburgh Unlocked showcases 23 upcoming acts who were supposed to be appearing at this year's festival. She is effusive in her introductions for her fellow comics but drily cynical about the Fringe itself.
Jay Richardson, The Scotsman, 6th August 2020The Scotsman Sessions #58: Susie McCabe
Here, Glaswegian comedian Susie McCabe reflects on caring for her parents during lockdown.
Jay Richardson, The Scotsman, 24th June 2020Simon Bird interview
'Comedy was my attempt at rebelling'. The Inbetweeners star Simon Bird has directed his first film, Days Of The Bagnold Summer.
Jay Richardson, Chortle, 2nd June 2020Iain Morris and Damon Beesley on The First Team
The duo that skewered lad culture with The Inbetweeners are back and want to show us that football is not all toxic masculinity.
Jay Richardson, i Newspaper, 27th May 2020The Scotsman Sessions: Christopher KC
For Christopher KC, lockdown has essentially become extended paternity leave with his baby son.
Jay Richardson, The Scotsman, 9th May 2020The doctors & part-time comedians on the NHS front line
For comedians who work in hospitals, the pandemic has been a sobering experience.
Jay Richardson, i Newspaper, 27th April 2020