Saturday, December 6

Tag: Alchemist

100 Things You’re Overthinking – Alchemist Edinburgh
Scotland

100 Things You’re Overthinking – Alchemist Edinburgh

I had the pleasure of watching "100 Things You're Overthinking" at the Edinburgh Fringe, and I'm still grinning from ear to ear. In its 6th appearance at the fringe, you can appreciate why it has sold out in previous years. Ori Halevy and his merry bunch of standup comedians give a masterclass in taking the mundane and amplifying it to absurd proportions. They all tackled the intricacies of life and burning issues with a refreshing blend of humour and relatability. With immersive participation from the start, audience members write down the questions they are overthinking, anonymously, on pieces of paper. The comics then create a set on the spot, tailored to the audience, pure genius! From the moment they stepped onto the stage, it was clear that they were on a mission to skewe...
100 Things You Are Overthinking – Alchemist, St James Quarter
Scotland

100 Things You Are Overthinking – Alchemist, St James Quarter

The show is a complete comedy experience that involves a lot of interaction with the audience. Francesco Kirchhoff and Ori Halevy did a great job making each performance unique. No two shows are the same because the topics depend on what the audience writes down about what they’re overthinking. The questions from the audience were really funny, like “Does my dog love me?” The answers were hilarious, and everyone was laughing out loud. Another question was “Will I ever be rich?” The response was light-hearted, saying life is already good and that overthinking isn’t necessary. One of the best moments was when someone asked how to find a boyfriend for their daughter. The funny advice was to install dating apps, create a fake profile for the daughter, and start swiping. Another great...