Press clippings Page 6
The Calman before the Storm review
With audience members tweeting acts of kindness, Calman also found material for her new book - a clever and inclusive way of testing the collective spirit across her national tour. Funny, fierce, feminist - and fantastic.
Marianne Gunn, The Herald, 26th March 2017Susan Calman review
The selective nature of the show limits its universal interest. Before long it becomes apparent that it focuses exclusively on Calman or subjects in which she has an interest.
Dave Cunningham, The Reviews Hub, 6th March 2017Susan Calman review
The stand-up reveals she's taken up boxing on her Calman Before the Storm tour, and the show swipes energetically at a formidable array of targets.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 20th February 2017Susan Calman interview
I'm not talking about my politics as such, more about a holistic sense of what I want the world to be like.
The Latest, 13th February 2017Susan Calman interview
The Glaswegian standup and Radio 4 regular on the things that make her laugh the most.
Rachel Aroesti, The Guardian, 10th February 2017Susan Calman, comedy review
This diverse and enjoyable set zips along nicely.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 15th November 2016Review: StandOut StandUp Slapstick Fundraiser
"I challenge you to think of a more deserving cause to raise money for," says our host Jack Dee, tongue planted firmly in cheek.
Bristol 24/7, 15th September 2016Go 8 Bit episode 1 review
Dara O'Briain hosts a new videogaming TV show for Dave that turns out to be huge fun...
James Stansfield, Den Of Geek, 7th September 2016How comedy brought video games back to TV
Two comedians and a bit of star power have brought the gaming show back to British television, hoping to draw in gamers and non-gamers alike.
Keith Stuart, The Guardian, 6th September 2016Review: Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit
The comedians may be the centre of the show, especially O Briain who seems to be conquering the market in geeky programming after hosting Robot Wars (at his current rate I was surprised he didn't get The Crystal Maze too), but of the regulars my personal favourite was Gibson, with her expert knowledge of games and wonderful wit.
Ian Wolf, On The Box, 5th September 2016