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Arturo Brachetti: SOLO – EICC

Being a reviewer has its pluses. When promoters, The Pleasance, provided an extra ticket especially so that my daughter could accompany me to this one, they created a beautiful father/daughter moment which will outlast me! A magical hour of entertainment, by one of the true masters.

Italian national treasure, Arturo Brachetti, is in town with several truck loads, a circus-full if you will, of props, costumes and surprises, the sheer scale of which will take your breath away.

Regarded by many as the greatest, The Guinness Book of World Records lists Brachetti as the world’s fastest and most prolific quick change artist, having achieved a staggering 250,000 costume changes throughout his career.

Some of the props are a bit ragged at the edges, but then so is Arturo. It kinda adds to the timeless analogue charm of the piece. In his excellent shadow puppetry and sand painting you perhaps get a clue to how Arturo started out all those years ago, before mobile phones, even before computers!

What is truly impressive is how Arturo has moved with the times. One of my favourite parts of the entire show involves a laser dance between Mr B and his shadow, the likes of which really I’ve never seen before.

Other than that, no more spoilers here, if you are looking for a fun, fast-paced family show, or just a great show for all ages, look no further. Top marks Arturo!

14:30 and 19:00 Daily until 25th August, https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/arturo-brachetti-solo

Reviewer: Greg Holstead

Reviewed: 4th August 2024

North West End UK Rating:

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Running time – 1hr 10mins

Greg Holstead

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