Puddles Pity Party talk being a newbie and making friends at the Fringe...
Tell us about your Fringe show....
It’s a pity party. With music. And fellowship. We all get down together.
How does it feel to be playing the Fringe for the first time?
It sort of feels like the first time my PeePaw sent me down to the Piggly Wiggly to get him a six pack of malt liquor and some Salem cigarettes. Man, talk about performance anxiety. I was only 9 years old. I played it a little older because I could easily pass for 15 or 16 due to my size.
Best live act seen at Fringe?
I haven’t seen a lot, but Sam Simmons’ show last year really flipped my lid.
Best thing about the Fringe?
Meeting new friends from all over the world. Makes a lonely guy not feel so alone.
Worst thing about the Fringe?
Long queues for fried King Rib at the Clam Shell.
If you were not a performer/comedian what would you be doing?
Frying King Rib at the Clam Shell?
What do your family think of your show?
MeeMaw always said that life is full of disappointments, and I imagine she has not changed her perspective much.
How do you combat pre-gig nerves?
A doppio macchiato followed by a hearty b.m. helps a lot. Followed by 8 or 9 pieces of chewing gum.
Worst on stage experience?
My experiences on stage are like my “children”. I can’t choose the worst one.
How do you recover from a hefty heckle? Do you have a set of stock replies?
Two words. Gaffer tape.
What do you love about Scotland?
I love the outrageous accents and the fancy dress.
What do you like about Edinburgh?
I get to use my umbrella. A lot.
What’s the most Scottish thing you’ve done?
I’d like to say a romantic haggis dinner with Sheena Easton and her pet Highland Coo at Loch Ness. But seriously, every New Year’s Eve, I recite the Robert Burns poem “Auld Lang Syne”.
Who’s your favourite Scottish comedian?
Robert Burns. Have you read his “Ode To Haggis”? That man’s nuts! Grab ‘im!
Favourite joke?
That man’s nuts! Grab ‘im!
PUDDLES PITY PARTY will be at the Assembly George Square Bosco Tent until 31st August, for tickets go to www.edfringe.com
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