Verbal Diary- A Comedy Musical
Verbal Diary- A Comedy Musical
“Hidden Gem of the Fringe” – Fringe Review *****
“Verbal Diary is an absolute must-see” – A Youngish Perspective ****
“A lot of fun” – The Scotsman
“Verbal Diary is an absolute must-see” – A Youngish Perspective ****
“A lot of fun” – The Scotsman
Verbal Diary is an anarchic feel good show accompanied with original music by “Rock and Roll’s Greatest Failure”, John Otway. Originally written by Otway and Paul Bradley (Eastenders, Holby City, Young Ones) it has a rich comedy history having been produced by the late great Rik Mayall. I thought this piece of British Comedy deserved to see the light of day again so with John and Paul’s permission, I rewrote and adapted it and now it’s a thing. Scary stuff.
Part of Chortle’s 10 recommended plays to see if you’re a comedy fan Edinburgh 2024, it follows the life of Gordon. A hapless photographer who decides to take charge of his life, after his old one falls apart, by adapting to two New Years resolutions; to keep a diary and get the girl. Which happens to be his new medical student flat mate, Cheryl.
But Cheryl, along with the other two residents, Phil the wide boy and Tristram the pretentious poet, have other ideas. Unbeknownst to Gordon, his new flat mates start to read his diary and anticipate his every move. Gordon must navigate his new world, of chasing Cheryl, trying to impress his unhinged boss Eric and building a friendship with Phil and Tristram. All while trying to make a name for himself as a photojournalist.
Reminiscent of game changing comedies, this is a tale of the underdog struggling to find his way through loneliness, friendship, deception, failed love and realising not everything has happy endings in the way he envisaged, in this absurd and warm hearted comedy. With a live guitarist and string section showcasing an excellent and interesting array of Otway’s back catalogue and specially written tracks just for this production.
“Hidden Gem of the Fringe” – Fringe Review ***** “Verbal Diary is an absolute must-see” – A Youngish Perspective **** “A lot of fun” – The Scotsman Verbal Diary is an anarchic […]
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