Outstanding, original, joyous sketch comedy
It seems like everywhere you turn in Edinburgh you could find a sketch comedy duo trying to put their stamp on the form. Myles and Dan are no different – aside from the fact that it seems they’ve achieved it.
Having worked together for 10 years the chemistry and connection between the pair is undeniable. It fizzes from the stage and embraces the audience – helping them buy into the theme. Kind of what it says on the tin, the pair try to break a specific world record, 50 sketches in 50 minutes.
Both performers are without a doubt some of the best actors I’ve seen across the fringe. The believability and commitment is only enhanced by the speed at which they switch from high emotions and impressive characters.
The sketches themselves are smart, subversive, weird and wonderful – their style usually to present an ambiguous situation then deliver the title as a wonderful punchline. But my favourite had to be….amoeba!
Where the show stands out is the structure – every interaction is placed perfectly to build and create a narrative that by the ‘emotional’ part you’re fully invested. Halfway through when the energy starts to dip the pair deliver the perfect reboost with a ‘Improv’ Sketch – which left me weeping with laughter.
Having to contend with drunk know it alls and a quite impressive sound bleed they handle it all with grace and skill.
Did they do it?
Well you’ll just have to go see it now, won’t you?