William Andrews performs in his new show Willy at Pleasance Courtyard, Bunker One, during August.
- What is your Fringe show about?
Have you ever had a day where you speak to no-one, until you are not even sure how to talk? Well it’s been like that but instead of a day, it’s been nine years. It's a self portrait I suppose – about finding my feet again, learning how to accept the 'Willy' I am.
- How many times/many years have you appeared at the Fringe?
God it’s been eight - variously. My first stint was over 20 years ago. (gulp)
- What’s your most memorable moment from the Fringe?
Greg McHugh being sick on stage beside me and still carrying on. He’s noble savage that guy.
- What’s the worst thing about the Fringe?
Indifference – give me pelters or laugh like a frog, but don’t come to ignore me.
- If you were not a performer what would you be doing?
Plumber. Not a joke. Shifting radiators with a carefree air.
- How do you prepare for a performance?
Google plumbing courses.
- Favourite thing about being in Edinburgh?
Middle Meadow Walk. Makes me feel like I’m a kid again, back at Edinburgh College of Arts.
- What’s the most Scottish thing you’ve ever done?
Called a cyclist who almost killed me ‘a trumpet’.
- Favourite Scottish food/drink?
Tennants. Don’t @ me.
- Sum up your show in three words
A Joyful Return.
Show summary
William is wholeheartedly embracing the Willy he always was, telling remarkable stories with a beguiling blend of daft creativity and ingenuity.
William Andrews performs in his new show Willy at Pleasance Courtyard, Bunker One, during August. For tickets, please visit www.edfringe.com
You can follow William on Twitter at @williamandrews
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