Tuesday, 31 July 2018

Show 37: Nick Helm: Masterworks in Progress '17


I first came across Nick Helm after he was nominated for the Edinburgh Comedy Award in 2013 (his 2nd nomination). Subsequently he’s appeared on 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and I’ve watched him once before this show at the popular and excellent comedy venue The Union Chapel in London.

This was a work-in-progress show trialling material for future works, as such it didn’t have the strongest narrative thread through it, but was multiple rock-style songs, dark poems and witty asides that Helm’s well known for. He’s a mix of loud, bitterness against jilted love and a helpless romantic – it certainly makes for an interesting vibe. Also featured a guest appearance on guitar by David Trent.

Venue: Pleasance Courtyard
Score: No score for work in progress

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