“Forget about the ozone, let me touch you in the Boyzone” | Len Blanco invites you to challenge the toxicity of your ’90s faves

A throwback to the nostalgic heyday of shaved chests and frosty tips, Len Blanco is an ex-boy band member reinventing himself in the post-#MeToo era. Firing Blanks sees Len reintroducing himself as a solo artist, not only shaking off but publicly acknowledging the more problematic elements of his career history. He is now a feminist … Continue reading “Forget about the ozone, let me touch you in the Boyzone” | Len Blanco invites you to challenge the toxicity of your ’90s faves

4 shows you should not miss at this year’s Camden Fringe

Edinburgh is overflowing with stellar comedians right now. But there’s plenty of talent left around the rest of the country to keep those of us who can’t make it to the fringe entertained. Of course, the very best are saving their strength for the next Blizzard show at the end of the month. But the … Continue reading 4 shows you should not miss at this year’s Camden Fringe

“We have a lot to be anxious about right now – but being able to laugh gets us through.” | John Porter on comedy and coping

Tell us about you/your act. So I’m John Porter, I’m 29, I have cerebral palsy and I live in Manchester (alone, don’t tell ATOS). My act is mostly me talking about things that are going on in my life and inside my head - very anecdotal! It gets dark in places but that’s largely because … Continue reading “We have a lot to be anxious about right now – but being able to laugh gets us through.” | John Porter on comedy and coping