You get a lot of value from a Mark Watson show. Not only did he 'begin' ten minutes early, but his angst-fueled hyper delivery style packs in laugh after laugh. Constantly explaining and accusing himself, he sets about showing up his failings in life, be it at parenting, marriage or his lack of practical skills. Mental health issues, his relationship with alcohol and self esteem are all in the mix.
He's great at bringing his audience in to his world, and the interactions with people are warm and friendly. It's life as we know it, but seen through sharper, more anxious eyes, taking us into interpretations we wouldn't reach on our own. The show is advertised as a work in progress, and no doubt it will be changed and refined over time, but the basis is already there. Consistently funny, easy to identify with, self deprecating and yet sure of his talent, you can only leave smiling.
Recommended.
Mark Watson : I Appreciate You Coming to This and Let's Hope for the Best is in Stand 1 until 25 August (with most shows already sold out).
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