Scotland

Foil Arms and Hog: Skittish – Underbelly, Bristo Square

Foil Arms and Hog’s “Skittish” was nothing short of spectacular—a brilliant fusion of music and comedy that had the entire audience in stitches from start to finish. The show was a full house, and it’s easy to see why. It’s hard to say whether their musical talent or comedic timing stood out more because both were equally hilarious and perfectly executed.

The performance was structured as a series of interactive comedy skits, each more entertaining than the last. The audience was continuously engaged, unable to stop laughing as each skit delivered something fresh and unexpected. One of the highlights was an Irish comedy song that had everyone clapping along to the infectious tunes, blending humor and music effortlessly.

One particularly memorable skit involved a comedic take on opera. They performed a side-splitting song urging people to “Please please come to opera,” humorously likening it to football. They even mimicked how a fight scene would play out with opera as the background score, noting how opera is “longer than a movie and shorter than a cricket match.” The cleverness and timing of this bit had the audience roaring with laughter.

Another standout moment was the skit about a milkman attending a funeral, where he ended up having to give a speech and handle all the necessary tasks because no one else showed up. The absurdity of the situation, paired with the actors’ impeccable delivery, left the audience gasping for breath between laughs.

The show wrapped up with a Scottish comedy song that brought the house down, earning a well-deserved standing ovation. It was clear that the audience recognized the extraordinary talent and effort that went into the performance.

Foil Arms and Hog were truly outstanding, and “Skittish” is a must-see at the Fringe. If I could give them seven stars, I would. Kudos to the team for delivering such an amazing show—well done, guys!

Reviewer: Saira Kunjuvalappil (Saira ks)

Reviewed: 22nd August 2024

North West End UK Rating:

Rating: 5 out of 5.
Saira Kunjuvalappil

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