The 2012 runner-up of the Chortle Student Comedy Award and So You Think You're Funny has his debt Edinburgh hour, it's a very solid effort. Pelham starts and ends rather abruptly, like he's making a comic getaway attack on his audience, but leaves us with great laughs and a well structured set.
His show deals with the before and after effects of jaw realignment surgery he had as an adolescent, sprinkled liberally with numerous anecdotes about how he and others have dealt with his disabilities. His assured, self-deprecating, gentle style suggests that this is a comedian who has found (or is very close to finding) his voice.
This is well rehearsed material that hits the mark well. A great effort for this comedian's first hour.
Score: 7/10
Venue: Pleasance Courtyard
Dates: 8th-31st August
Time: 18:45
Price: £9.50 (£9 concession) weekends, £7.50 (£7 concession) weekdays
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