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Scotsman
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Still some good stuff in a festival of floppy-haired self-indulgence
Katharyn Henson is at West Nic Records, downstairs from the Counting House, until Sunday, August 24 Last weekend, due to Trump's visit, the eyes of the world were on Scotland. Seven days later, with people arriving for the Fringe from all over the UK and the world, are the eyes of the world on Edinburgh? Probably not. I really don't think the world is that fussed. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... We're into day two of the Fringe, and some of my fellow comedians are already on the verge of meltdown. I'm fortunate to live in Edinburgh all year round, and I go home to my own bed every night, chat with my neighbours at the bus stop and have the occasional pint at my local pub. My only grumble is that bus journeys take twice as long as normal. That gives me a sense of perspective other performers don't if they're sharing a city centre flat with a load of other comedians. Living in that kind of bubble, it's very easy to get caught up in the self-referential madness of the Fringe. The rest of humanity really doesn't give it much attention. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The rest of Scotland know it's happening, but I reckon most people aren't particularly interested, caring more about the fact that today is the start of the football season in the Scottish Premier League. Even in Edinburgh itself, the majority of people will be more concerned about Hibs and Hearts results over the weekend rather than the antics of a bunch of floppy-haired poseurs from London coming to town for the month to tell their so-called 'jokes'. And, fear not, this year's Fringe is shaping up to be the same self-indulgent festival of onanism as it is every August. But there is some good stuff out there too. Here are some shows I recommend you see before they sell out. One of my favourite acts on the Scottish circuit, Richard Brown, is only doing a very short run this year, but he is definitely worth catching. Brown walks a very thin line between being overly politically-correct and shockingly outrageous, but he pulls it off with aplomb. His esoteric musings mean that he is often described as 'a comedian's comedian', a moniker he complains earns him very little money. One of the most original comic voices in the country, Brown is always a joy to watch. His wonderfully-titled show, Nauseatingly Woke Full-Grown Jellyfish, is at The Stand for three nights only from Tuesday, August 12 to Thursday, August 14. Don't miss it. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The wonderful Katharyn Henson brings her show, Stories from the Office of a Sex Dungeon, to the free festival. I saw it at Perth Fringe when I was out in Australia earlier this year. It is an eye-waveringly funny true account of one of her earliest jobs as the manager of a BDSM dungeon in New York City. Known for her dark humour and gag-a-second delivery, Henson adopts a gentler storytelling style to this show. However, given its subject matter, there is still plenty of risque material to enjoy. She is at West Nic Records, downstairs from the Counting House, until Sunday 24. I've done two performances of my own show, Last Chance Saloon, at The Stand and it's been very busy so far. Come along if you want to hear this nonsense said out loud with added swearing.
Scotsman
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Edinburgh Fringe Free Shows 2025: Here are 11 must-see free shows at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe
August is fast approaching which means it's time to scour the Edinbugh Festival Fringe programme for the best shows to see. The physical programme has over 3,350 shows across 265 venues, meaning it can be a daunting task to work out what exactly you are going to see. It can be an expensive business too, with many shows at the bigger venues now costing over £20 for the first time. Luckily, there's a Fringe experience for all budgets, including hundred of free shows that just ask you to turn up early and queue to be sure of a seat. Of course, they're not necessarily entirely free - you'll be asked to check some money into a bucket (or increasingly make a contactless payment) on the way out, with £5-£10 being a ballpark figure for a show that you have enjoyed. Some shows also give you the opportunity to 'pay what you want' in advance to secure a seat. There are two main sources of free shows - the Free Festival and PBH's Free Fringe - both of which operated in similar ways and tend to take place in pubs around the Scottish Capital. The likes of Richard Gadd, Ahir Shah and Austentatious have performed for free in recent years, so there's plenty of quality on offer - you might just see the next big thing. Here are 11 that caught our eye. You can check out the programmes at the Free Festival's website here and PBH's Free Fringe here. Remember not all shows are included in the Fringe official programme. Here are 11 that caught our eye. 1 . Mark Simmons: His Latest Jokes Last year's winner of the Funniest Joke of the Fringe Award (I was going to sail around the globe in the world's smallest ship but I bottled it), Mark Simmons is back with more of the same. There's likely to be much in the way of structure of narrative arc here, but the laughs are all but guaranteed. He's on at the Liquid Room at 1.45pm from August 2-23. | Contributed Photo Sales 2 . Sooz Kempner is Ugly Known to many as the title character in multimedia scifi spinoff 'Doctor Who's Doom's Day', Sooz Kempner is back in Edinburgh with a show about "beauty, ageing, trolling and Barbra Streisand". Catch her at the Counting House at 4.15pm from July 31-August 24. | Contribited Photo Sales 3 . Tevor Lock Trevor Lock's shows merging the line between comedy and interactive performance art have been making the Fringe a more interesting place for years - and are a must for any visit to Edinburgh in August. This year he has a scripted show in the paid-for programme, along with two of his more esoteric shows at the PBH Free Fringe. 'Trevor Lock, an audience with', promises to "turn a bunch of strangers into an extended family" at Bannermans at 2.45pm from August 2-24. Meanwhile 'Trevor Lock - Let's Start Another Cult' sets out to do exactly what it says on the tin at 5.55pm in the Voodoo Rooms from August 2024. The Scotsman called it "funny moving and clever". | Contributed Photo Sales 4 . John Robertson: Plays With The Audience Aussie comedian John Robertson is a real Fringe favourite for his improv game show 'The Dark Room'. That's back this year, but he's also trying a new show at the Free Festival, offering "improv, mayhem, gaming comedy, crowd work and songs". Sounds like an action-palced hour at the Counting House at 7pm from July 31-August 24. | Contributed Photo Sales
Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Counting House in Fall River announces temporary closure. What we know.
FALL RIVER — Those with plans to visit Counting House will have to put those on pause for the time being. The upscale restaurant and craft cocktail lounge located in the historic Durfee-Union Mills complex, which serves up turn-of the century vibes with a modern twist, announced its temporary closure this week. 'Due to unforeseen circumstances, we will be temporarily closed until further notice,' reads a June 19 post on the business' Facebook page. 'We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding during this time.' Owners Tina Socia and Brian Corey transformed the historic, freestanding granite Building #12 — once the heart of the mill's operations — into a chic dining spot with a unique concept that debuted just after Christmas. Sign of the times: Fall River's iconic Al Mac's neon sign gets a glow-up The restaurant pays homage to the Prohibition era as well as Fall River's rich history, and features a menu focused on creative craft cocktails and drinks and tapas-style shareable plates with Italian, Portuguese, and Mediterranean influences. The Counting House also features a private dining room equipped with a dedicated liquor locker for members. The Facebook announcement did not indicate what prompted the hiatus, or when they were anticipating reopening Counting House, but advised patrons to keep an eye on their website and social media for updates. 'We are working diligently to resolve the situation and will keep you updated as more information becomes available,' the post reads. It's Fiesta time: Fiesta Tequila Bar opens its doors in Swansea. Here's what to expect. And if you've recently made reservations at the Pleasant Street restaurant, you may want to double-check those plans. According to the Counting House post, the reservation system on their website was still active and accepting reservations, so that booking may not stand. 'We apologize for any inconvenience,' the Facebook post states. The Counting House website refers inquiries about reservations to the phone number 401-648-5134. This article originally appeared on The Herald News: Fall River's Counting House restaurant announces temporary closure
Scottish Sun
23-04-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Grade II-listed pub yards away from Premier League stadium suddenly closes down after 18 years leaving fans gutted
FANS have been left gutted after a pub just yards away from a Premier League stadium suddenly closed down after 18 years. The legendary boozer in Leicester was just a stone's throw from Leicester City's King Power Stadium but has now slammed its doors shut for good. Advertisement 1 The Counting House in Leicester has shut its doors The Counting House, a Grade II-listed gem, was nestled between the Foxes' home turf and the Leicester Tigers' Welford Road stadium. But punters are devastated after the popular pub suddenly closed after 18 years of pulling pints. The historic boozer, based in Freemen's Common, was a matchday favourite for footie and rugby fans alike but is now on the market. It was perfectly located near Morrisons, Nando's, Maccies and the Odeon cinema. Advertisement But now, the future of the beloved haunt hangs in the balance. WTS Commercial confirmed the shock closure and revealed the site is up for grabs, with the potential to be split up and revamped by eager buyers. The sprawling Almond Road property sits on 0.38 acres, boasts seating for 110 punters, parking, and even its own accommodation. An advert for the property read: "The Counting House is a large single-storey Grade II listed detached property of brick construction beneath various pitched and hipped roofs with a tall clock tower. Advertisement "The ground floor comprises of an open plan trading area which can accommodate around 60 covers plus a large bar servery. "There is a further seating area for around 50 covers located in the middle of the building which benefits from a glazed frontage. "Ancillary areas include customer WC's (including disabled), catering kitchen with a dumb waiter to the basement and a large basement cellar with an office, staff room, staff WC's, boiler room, large beer store and various storage areas. Premier League manager starts new tradition of joining fans at local pubs if club wins "The private accommodation is located at ground floor level and comprises of two bedrooms, lounge, domestic kitchen, office and a bathroom." Advertisement WTS say they're accepting rental offers too but only time will tell what becomes of the city landmark. Offers are now being invited and more information is available online. But for locals and matchday regulars, it's the end of an era. Unfortunately for Leicester City fans who frequent the pub, their team will not be a Premier League club in a few months time. Advertisement The Foxes became the second side to confirm their drop back into the Championship on Saturday - joining Southampton in England's second tier next season. It marks their second relegation in three years, less than 10 years after winning the Premier League title and the FA Cup. The pub's closure is one of many pubs forced to close their doors recently. Approximately six pubs shut their doors for good every week last year, leading to an estimated 4,500 job losses, according to the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA). Advertisement The closures come amid pressure from higher borrowing costs and high energy bills for businesses, alongside a continued squeeze on household finances as mortgage and rent costs increase. Pubs are set to come under further pressure when a raft of cost increases linked to the October Budget, such as higher National Insurance contributions (NIC), and an increase in the minimum wage, come into force in April. Employers currently pay NICs for most workers earning more than £9,100 a year.
