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‘I painted myself blue – but got skin problems’: how four Edinburgh stars created their weird characters

From a cake-baking Elton John to possibly the most horrible man in the world, comedians reveal how they get in character – and how far they can push things

The Guardian - UK · Aug 20

Sam Eley Is Basil Crumbwick review – cantankerous cult hit brings laugh after laugh

There are shades of Vic and Bob as well as Frank Sidebottom when this embittered git with bloodshot eyes holds court

The Guardian - UK · Aug 17

Eleven must-see comedy shows at the Edinburgh Fringe

It’s febrile Fringe season again: a time of frantic lists and spreadsheets, and that panicked sense you might not be able to catch all the essential shows.

The Conversation · Aug 7