Show 22: Pierre Novellie: See Novellie, Hear Novellie, Speak Novellie

Having heard him on Pappy’s Flatshare Slamdown, and make a guest mention in James Meehan’s show this year, as well as having half-price tickets available, I was tempted to see what Cambridge alumnus Pierre Novellie had to offer.

He’s certainly got the look of young classy confidence about him – I think he was wearing a jacket with a t-shirt and nice jeans – and he immediately establishes his rather complex identity as having been born in South Africa, growing up on the Isle of Man and all the issues that brings. He’s well aware of his privilege though.

This is a smartly written hour from a satirist who’s worked previously on The Mash Report. He varies from colonial history to the cultural clash when he spends Christmas with South African family during their visits to the UK to bewilderment at the dire politics of America.

A skilled writer, and confident performer, the jokes generally land well and he’s a competent comedian for sure. Not a bad shout if you’re into politically-themed/satirical comedy.

Score: 7/10

Venue: Pleasance Courtyard - Upstairs

Dates: 16^th-26^th August

Time: 19:15

Price: £10 (£9 concessions) weekdays, £12 (£10) weekends