Brian Donaldson
- Journalist
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Stuart Goldsmith on his comedy heroes
The kipper-juggling comic idolises Simon Munnery, Anthony Livingspace and Harry Hill.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 15th January 2013The best comedy performances of 2012
Featuring Doctor Brown, Pappy's, Alexei Sayle, Alfie Brown and Mark Thomas.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 13th December 2012The Stand Christmas Special - The Stand, Edinburgh
Perhaps it was the below-zero temperatures outside, or the Christmas fare that had been consumed pre-show, or maybe it was simply down to it being Tuesday. Whatever the reason, compere Joe Heenan had some trouble rousing the troops for this particular yuletide comedy spectacular.
Brian Donaldson, The Scotsman, 13th December 2012Andrew Lawrence tones down his psychotic side
Andrew Lawrence is Coming to Get You is, surprisingly, a more gentle comedic performance.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 13th December 2012James Kirk discusses his comedy hero, Roy Clarke
The young Scottish comic has a fond place in his heart for the Last of the Summer Wine writer.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 13th December 2012Tom Stade: teenages, Daniel Sloss & Tramadol Nights
Edinburgh-based Canadian Tom Stade is a man who likes to relax. So much so that he called his first Fringe show, And Relax.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 13th December 2012Live comedy DVDs round-up
Featuring reviews of Stewart Francis, Stewart Lee, Paul Chowdhry, Kevin Bridges and Dara O'Briain.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 13th December 2012Hot 100 2012: No. 1 - Armando Iannucci interview
With the The Thick of It bowing out in a blaze of glory, Veep delighting viewers Stateside and an OBE in the bag, Armando Iannucci has had a triumphant year. Brian Donaldson speaks to this year's Hot 100 number one.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 11th December 2012Comedy review: Daniel Sloss, Pleasance, Edinburgh
For those who still view him as a precocious comedy boychild, Daniel Sloss has suddenly become a strong man of stand-up. Sure, he's lost the Bieber haircut, moved out of his parents' home and is swigging ale from the stage, wholly against his agent's advice.
Brian Donaldson, The Scotsman, 28th November 2012Comedy DVD round-up
We judge the Christmas comedy contenders, from Sarah Millican to Brendon Burns.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 16th November 2012