Author: ashleyelsdon

Storyteller - Poet - Explorer

Edinburgh Festival: The Improv of Being Earnest

Posted by on in Edinburgh Fringe, Festivals, Theatre

IMG_0043

I was always a big fan of the TV show “Who’s line is it anyway” and so thought this might be a good show to see. It was. All the improv elements were provided by the audience before we went in to see the show and then called out by the director after ringing a little bell. It worked very well and was very funny indeed.

Loved the show.

Edinburgh Festival: The Sign of Four

Posted by on in Edinburgh Fringe, Festivals, Theatre

IMG_0044

I do like Sherlock Holmes although I’m no expert on the books. This stage version of the “The Sign of Four” was excellent. Running for just over an hour in what can only be described as a cave off Cowgate with only five actors it was to say the least, inventive.

Whilst the venue was somewhat lacking, even by fringe standards the performances more than made up for this. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it.

Scotch Bonnet Chilli Pepper Crisps!

Posted by on in Food

IMG_0015

I admit to having high hopes for these. Most chilli flavour crisps are a sad let down so I envisaged something really good with the packet’s description of “fiery hot”. Sadly, I was to be disappointed. The crisps were a real let down. Slightly hot is the best description I could give them.

Just back from Edinburgh

Posted by on in Places

IMG_0012

Just back from Edinburgh after a week at the festival. It was brilliant as always and I loved it. More on that soon, but I thought I’d post a nice shot of the city for now.