Varmints

Brilliant show, brilliant cast, brilliant script, 5 stars all round

5* entertainment from start to finish, exploring unique perspectives of grief, laced with comedy. Brilliantly written and performed.

A really brilliant show to see this year at the Fringe which took many hilarious and unexpected twists and turns culminating somewhere heartful. Wonderful performances, sound, lighting, props, everything. Would highly recommend for something a bit different!

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A refreshingly self-critical deconstruction of western tropes and the male ego. Carried by layered performances that bounce off one another flawlessly. An absolute must see.

Having seen last years hit “Resevoir Knobs”, I thought I knew what to expect coming into this show, and boy was I wrong. The first section of the show is a perfectly pitched homage to the westerns we all know and love - Alistair Maxwell perfectly channeling Clint Eastwood with his grizzled monosyllabic loner, Chris McCall as a high energy dual-wielding gunslinger who’s all too eager to shoot from the hip, and Ben Ramsay as the nervous voice-of-reason bartender who’s biggest worry is the state of his saloon walls. The laughs come quick and fast in the stunningly paced opening sequence, with sight gags and witty repartee galore - as well as some choice facial expressions leaving the packed audience in stitches. Huge credit also to David Sellars whose incredible score perfectly sets the tone from the moment the audience enter. To share where the story goes from here would ruin the audiences journey, but the exquisite writing is relatable and touching without being too ham-fisted or maudlin. Special mention to Blair Young for once again stealing the show - having the audience hanging on his every word (especially the swear words). This is a very special show indeed, and one you won’t want to miss. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

5/5 STARS!

A brilliant show. Insightful, thoughtful, and hilarious script with unexpected twists and turns. The cast has great chemistry and bounce off of each other beautifully. The setting, sound, and lighting blended perfectly with the scenes and created a great atmosphere. Can't recommend enough.

Fully set up for a classic Western performance, with the same injection of talent, character and humour of last year's Reservoir Knobs. We got all that but possibly better, with completely unexpected twists that had our stomachs drop in our seats and us giggling continuously out loud. The lighting was wonderful, and the set (which I believe the cast built themselves) was authentic and great. Well done to this hard working bunch for another show filled with personality and flair that I don't think you'll regret seeing for yourself.

Lots of twists and turns - was wondering how it would end! Great performances from all the actors and great character dynamics. Well worth a watch! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Great show with a good twist. Make sure you get along and see it!