Gender and the Brain at EISF
The ever enquiring Edinburgh International Science Festival hosts ‘Gender and the Brain’ as part of BBC Radio Scotland’s Brainwaves series this Monday. An expert panel […]
Review
Is the ‘sad clown’ image myth or reality?
The myth of the sad clown is a pervasive and enduring one, but is there any truth to it? Robin Ince, comedian and broadcaster, explores […]
Ghost ships and Nature’s Power – The Edinburgh International Book Festival
Top author Rebecca Hunt’s gripping novel ‘Everland’ relates the story of two Antarctic Expeditions. One is the tragic tale of a failed expedition of 1913, […]
Bridget Christie – An Ungrateful Woman ****
Bridget Christie is an invigorating start to your day at the Fringe. She practically bounces onto the stage, full of energy and enthusiasm. “What’s the […]
Josie Long – Cara Josephine ****
Some comedians have witty one liners, funny jokes that are entertaining exaggerations, clearly enjoyable works of fiction. Some comedians give a routine that is really […]
Robin Ince’s Blooming Buzzing Confusion ****
The opening scene of Robin Ince’s new show is an image of an MRI scan of his brain. He points out that from a medical […]
Francesca Martinez – What the **** is Normal? ****
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is known for pushing the alternative comedy envelope, for testing the boundaries of the acceptable face of comedy. While the rest […]
Quiet Heroes of World War II
For me, the best films are still the story tellers. I can appreciate a beautifully shot, masterfully crafted cinematic experience, but I only truly love […]