Lady Garden have returned with their fourth Edinburgh show, serving up yet more absurd delights. Seeming to have been let loose in an antique shop, the girls use an array of props and costumes from the assorted clutter onstage, producing teapots and mops, scrawling all over each others’ faces and honing their man-ensnaring skills.
The odds and ends of the set well reflect the standard of jokes; some are very much old-hat, others hidden treasures. Their costumes of tweed and tailoring add to the impression that we are watching the performance in sepia tone, making for a rather sophisticated visual treat.
Their humour, on the other hand, is straightforward, and more often than not it’s fairly obvious from the start where each sketch is heading. On top of this, the girls aren’t shy about spelling things out, even when the audience have well and truly grasped it. For certain crowds, this will go down a storm I’m sure, but if you like your comedy witty and subtle, Lady Garden is probably not for you.
Amongst the corny gags are some absolute crackers which certainly make it well worth your while. They put their abundance of props to excellent use, and lively performances from all five infuse every sketch with bubbling charm. Go and see for nutty banter and a brilliant playlist.
Show Times: 20 – 29 August, 6pm
Ticket Prices: £7 - £9.50