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COMEDY Lauren Pattison: Lady Muck A tremendous coming-of-age tale, with razor wit and brutal honesty from the Geordie comedian and definite one-to- watch. See review, page 48. Pleasance Courtyard, until 28 Aug (not 14).
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Courtney Act A love letter to Australia with songs, dance and kangaroos from the ‘fishy’ star of RuPaul’s Drag Race and Australian Idol. See interview, page 16. Underbelly Circus Hub, 13–26 Aug (not 14,16, 21). Incredible String Band Manager Joe Boyd (pictured) curates a concert, while Mike Heron and poet Andrew Greig discuss their joint memoir. See feature, page 28. Playhouse, 17 Aug & Charlotte Square Gardens, 18 Aug.
Andrew Maxwell: Showtime Inspired mischief from the comedy veteran who, in 23 years of Fringe visits, has rarely been sharper. See review, page 55. Assembly George Square Theatre, until 27 Aug (not 14).
10–17 Aug 2017 THE LIST FESTIVAL 5