Reviews

Rouge has always been a favourite of the Fringe and a feast of talent. Their new show Primal is no exception!

Inspired by the raw energy of the animal kingdom and the complexities of human relationships, this nonstop spectacle explores identity, sexuality, and perception. It features a small cast who rocket along at the speed of light leaving the audience no time to breathe, just to gasp, cheer and applaud.

To celebrate their 30th anniversary, and with an informative and ingratiating verbal introduction from Co-Artistic Director and clarinetist Ashley Smith, SXS chamber group decided to present this concert primarily with a Viennese flavour, except for an opening item entitled 'Wayfinding', dedicated to the recent catastrophic LA fires.

‘My name is Lewis. Stephen Lewis,’ says the man in a tux on stage. After performing the famous strut and pose of James Bond firing his gun down the barrel of the camera, the audience is fired up with a quick popularity contest of which actor was the best at the iconic British spy. In the end, it’s a shout-off between Connery and Craig, with the Scotsman pulling through.

First produced in 1892, this adapted version of Charley’s Aunt is still classic comedy.

Set in an Edwardian Boys College, the play involves college lads Jack Chesney and Charley Wyckham in their endeavour to court the young ladies, Kitty and Amy respectively, despite not having a chaperone. Charley’s aunt from Brazil is supposed to be the chaperone, but she is delayed. So, Jack and Charley persuade their fellow college mate, Fancourt Babberly, an amateur actor, to dress as Charley’s aunt. The confusion then begins.