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Venue 161: Globe Bar – Arch 1
A side-splitting, brilliantly executed sketch comedy that turns a shoestring budget into pure comedic gold.Summary
Rating
Excellent
Space Gravy by Pat Rascal is undoubtedly the highlight of my Edinburgh Fringe this year. This riotous sketch comedy show is a masterclass in humour, timing, and creativity, making the most out of a tight budget and limited resources to deliver a performance that has the audience in absolute stitches from start to finish.
The show centres on the outlandish escapades of a northern prodigy named Yorkshire Yorkie Yorkshireson Humberside-Smith, who is determined to be the first person to reach Mars. The audience is swept up in his wild adventure, meeting a host of eccentric characters along the way —some who assist, others who obstruct, and many who simply add to the hilarity of the journey. Anisa Khorassani, Matt Blin, and Rob Davidson deliver standout performances, effortlessly switching between roles and accents, each bringing their own unique flair to the stage.
The impeccable comedic timing of the actors is striking. Every joke lands perfectly, and their ability to switch accents and characters with such ease adds an extra layer of hilarity to the performance. The physical comedy is immaculate, with each movement and gesture amplifying the humour in ways that leave the audience in hysterics. It’s clear that this group knows how to work together, playing off each other’s strengths to create a seamless and dynamic performance.
Despite what appears to be a very tight budget, the show is brimming with creativity. The team make the most out of every prop and piece of costume, turning the Globe Bar into a playground of imagination. The simplicity of the setup only adds to the charm of the performance, proving that you don’t need a big budget to deliver a big laugh.
One of the most memorable moments of the performance is towards the end when an audience member is invited on to the stage. Far from being a disruption, this moment fits seamlessly into the show’s playful and interactive spirit. The actors skilfully incorporate the audience member into the performance, showcasing their quick wit and ability to engage with the crowd in a way that heightens the fun.
Space Gravy is sketch comedy at its best — completely brain-rotting, but in the most delightful way. This gem of a show’s blend of absurdity, clever writing, and pitch-perfect performances left me, and everyone else in the room, laughing uncontrollably, and deserves to be seen by a much larger audience. If you’re looking for a comedy that is both smart and silly, it is a must-watch, and I can’t wait to see what this incredible team comes up with next.
Written, directed and performed by: Pat Rascal (Anisa Khorassani, Matt Blin, and Rob Davidson)
Design by: Sam Dodgshon & Rob Davidson
Produced by: Sole Di Capua in association with Stolen Table
Space Gravy has completed its run at the Globe Bar as part of the Edinburgh Free Fringe.
