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3 days ago
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REVIEW: Sudden Death - Rosco McClelland at Eden Court
Rosco McClelland is not afraid of dying, at least not in the traditional sense – his frank admissions about ignoring doctors' orders after being diagnosed with a potentially fatal heart condition tell us that. But the award-winning comic must have had some apprehension about how his stand-up set would go down when he stepped out onto Eden Court's OneTouch Theatre stage and spotted a diminutive audience with a demographic that – by his own assessment – was not his usual crowd. Audibly self-editing as he powered through a rapid-fire new-material opening, it was clear Rosco wanted to ensure his show was enjoyable for all in attendance – and enjoy it we did! (Although I'm sure we could have handled the jokes he deemed were not for us.) His set piece, Sudden Death, is a brave routine that has been carefully honed to gather the audience in with some easy laughs before hitting them with something harder A fierce undercurrent of working-class authenticity flows through Rosco's descriptions of his hometown and upbringing – with proud affection shining out between the swipes he takes at old schoolmate 'Shanksy'. And when he switches gears to explain the meaning behind the show's title the audience listens in rapt attention – each of us on the edge of our seats, waiting to exhale. From a young lad who doesn't want to be different, to a grown man coming to terms with the consequences of his condition (which he prefers to simply call a 'thing'), Rosco offers an insight into what its like to live a life that you know could be over at any moment. McClelland's true talent lies in knowing just how much he can prolong a moment of profundity before pulling the audience back and allowing them a laugh – creating a chiaroscuro that heightens the emotion of the evening. Even a piece of political soapboxing (hats off, Rosco, for using your platform) is well received and quickly tempered with a punchline that brings the show back to the land of levity. Sudden Death was an emotional rollercoaster; full of fun and genuinely funny. We left the auditorium filled with gratitude for the lives that we lead – and the laughs we have shared. Fingers crossed Rosco gives our city another go – if you missed him this time, you really did miss out.
RNZ News
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- RNZ News
Glasgow comedian Rosco McClelland
It's not often you're labelled a 'slug nudger' from the Big Yin himself, but Rosco McClelland has had that honour. About six weeks ago the Scottish comedian won this year's Sir Billy Connolly Spirt of Glasgow Award. Sir Billy is, of course, the Big Yin - and has the final say on the award. Like Sir Billy, Rosco's a native Glaswegian and was a tradie before getting into the comedy scene. It's taking him around the world - he's just finished at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. He's bringing his show 'Sudden Death' to Auckland - it explores the questions of life and death - something that's not far from his mind - as he lives with Long QT Syndrome. He joins Kathryn to explain how performing could kill him. Tags: To embed this content on your own webpage, cut and paste the following: See terms of use.
Yahoo
30-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Winner of Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award 2025 revealed
The winner of the Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award 2025 has finally been announced. The annual award is handed out at the end of the Glasgow International Comedy Festival's (GICF) Comedy Gala, which ran between March 12 and 30 this year. At the award ceremony this afternoon, it was revealed that Rosco McClelland was this years winner. The comedian collected his trophy onstage at the King's Theatre in Glasgow's city centre, following a touching video message from Sir Billy Connolly himself. (Image: Image of Rosco provided) Rosco was up against the likes of Marjolein Robertson, Paul Black and Kim Blythe for the trophy and title - which has previously been won by Janey Godley and Susie McCabe. Addressing Rosco directly, Sir Billy Connolly referenced one of his most famous jokes, saying: 'Congratulations to Rosco McClelland - the slug nudger! Well done - I had a good laugh at your thing about the slugs in the bin. I wish you all the very best, I hope your career goes bouncing from strength to strength and that the Glasgow humour goes bounding from strength to strength, as it will. Congratulations.' Reacting to the award himself, Rosco said: 'I honestly can't believe this, I never thought about anything to say but I'm going to Fuerteventura tomorrow so I'm looking forward to that! 'Thank you so much - to join the list of people who have won, Janey and Susie, is incredible. To know that the Big Yin has seen me do my silly wee bits of stand up is insane, that's the real prize in this. Just to hear him say my name, I can't believe this, he's the best to ever do it. Thank you to my family, everybody at Glasgow International Comedy Festival, and my agents. To everybody else who was nominated - they're fantastic comedian and fantastic people. Cheers!' Festival Director Krista MacDonald, 2024 winner Susie McCabe and comedy icon Elaine C Smith presented Rosco with the trophy. Krista said: 'Rosco McClelland is one of Scotland's brightest comedic voices and has been entertaining audiences for over a decade with his unique look at the absurdities of everyday life. "After being nominated for awards like Best Newcomer back in 2015, to see a homegrown Glaswegian talent like Rosco be honoured with 2025's Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award is a real testament to his hard work and commitment to his craft. Rosco embodies all that is exceptional about Glasgow and its comedy scene; a bold and brave brand of comedy, an unparalleled resilience and warmth and, above all else, an unfailing desire to make people laugh. 'Sir Billy Connolly is a comic who has shaped and defined Glasgow's cultural identity, and reflected the very best of this city back to audiences around the world. To have the Big Yin involved in the Festival in this way and for us to distribute an award in his name is a real honour. 'The GICF team send our warmest congratulations to Rosco as the winner of the third ever Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award, as well as this year's outstanding Shortlist, who are all a shining representation of the strength of Scottish comedy.' The 2025 judging panel was comprised of radio presenter Aarti Joshi, Emmy award winning actor, author Alan Cumming, Clyde 1 radio presenter and DJ Cassi Gilespie, Still Game's Greg Hemphill, The Herald journalist Gregor Kyle, Glasgow's Lord Provost Jacqueline McLaren, entertainment journalist Laura Boyd, Channel 4's Digital Commission Editor Laura Marks, Lost Glasgow journalist Norry Wilson, actor and comedian Sanjeev Kohli and comedian Susie McCabe.
