Reviews

• Maureen Tobin

  Jun 13, 2017

  It seems wrong to refer to this show as fantastically enjoyable - but that is what it was. I have no idea how David manages to keep it together to do it every night but not only achieves it he also refreshes it with current related items. I feel there may be a follow up to this show which will be our gain out of his loss.

• Stephen

  Jun 2, 2017

  This is a really thought provoking show for anybody that's ever had a relationship with a parent! DB does well to avoid drawing the audience too far into voyeurism and delivers a very touching and funny show.

• Jane K

  May 31, 2017

  Very personal, very funny, very poignant

• Roberta Planer

  May 31, 2017

  What a fantastic show, funny, moving, innovative and David Baddiel holds the audience in thrall with his easy and engaging manner See it before it closes

• Susan

  May 25, 2017

  This is an evening of laughs, total honesty and occasional out there sexual content. But all part of the fascinating story of David's family and his mother in particular. If she was still here she would be delighted I am sure. Personal but very genuine and touching.

• Abs Levy

  May 24, 2017

  Wow what a show. We laughed non stop as we expected but it was so well written and personal. THere were sad bits throughout and I haven't stopped thinking about it and it's been four days since the show. Really recommend people to see it before it ends.

• Luan Selby

  May 19, 2017

  The show was refreshingly candid and honest. We loved it.

• Jo & Jonsey

  May 18, 2017

  My wife and I saw the show yesterday on the recommendation of a friend and thought it was going to be mainly about his dads dementia it turned out to be more about his rather remarkable mother and his own emotions. We both thought the first half was a little slow but made us smile a lot. The second half on the other hand was laugh out loud funny and very poignant , we would certainly recommend it to friends. Mr B made a remarkable job of being funny, gentle and truthful and his love and pride in his parents was very touching and thought provoking. Congratulations on a wonderful afternoons entertainment

• Rhian Luke

  May 16, 2017

  This show has everything-it's very funny, quite shocking and very touching. David Baddiel is a great story teller and at times an excruciatingly truthful one. Can't recommend this show highly enough.

• Barbara

  May 14, 2017

  Heard such a lot about this so had to check it out for my self, how true a lot of what David said about life. I cried and laughed, laughed and cried!!! Some parts of his show are very touching and sad but something's will make your hair curl but thank you to David Baddel mum for bringing such talent to us.

• Caroline Keen

  May 13, 2017

  A very brave show with very personal insights into Davids family life. What colourful characters revealed with great humour. If you get a chance go.

• Karen Hayward

  May 11, 2017

  Recommended by my daughter to see this show and I'm so glad we did. As she said he's sharing his heart and soul here,very brave very funny . Thanks David

• Hasan

  May 5, 2017

  Not many people would dare talk about such deeply personal subject matter. Luckily David Baddiel does...

• Sonia

  May 4, 2017

  Laughed throughout - and cried a little. Am so glad I went. Davic Baddiel - clever, funny and heartbreakingly honest

• Dawn W

  May 4, 2017

  Eye-opening, funny, shocking, clever, engaging, heart-warming and, above all, memorable - what more could one ask for?

• Anthony Hanley

  May 3, 2017

  There is an old video of an Eddie Murphy stand-up routine called 'Raw' which is billed as controversial but David Baddiel's show trumps that. Some people may find the subject matter difficult (I'm restoring this word to it's rightful place in the English language instead of the ubiquitous 'challenging') and uncomfortable but I laughed throughout. The whole performance is underpinned by honesty and David is commendably truthful. Of course genuine honesty can be very awkward and disconcerting but it reinforces the deep affection he has for his parents with all their faults and the entire show is tribute to them .

• Gail

  Apr 30, 2017

  This was very very funny, poignant and touching. Tempted to see it again.

• Keyfigure 30

  Apr 26, 2017

  This was a show that kept you guessing as to what will happen next. David Baddiel I felt broke new and important topical ground in telling his family story. It was very funny at times, other times quite shocking. Lots of people experience the sort of problems he has in families and so will be able to relate to the subject matter. His light hearted manner in telling his story is to be applauded I feel.

• Catherine H

  Apr 25, 2017

  This was a wonderful evening out - funny, poignant, truthful and heart rending. Go and see it.

• Debbie Bromley

  Apr 24, 2017

  I was initially a bit shocked by all the swear words flying around but the bottom line is that this is an affectionate and sincerely felt tribute to his parents by David Baddiel. I even shed a tear at the end. David is a very relaxed performer and gifted communicator and handled the Q and A session at the end very gracefully too. I would recommend this show to anyone interested in family . As it's near Jubilee gardens,an added bonus is that you can have a wander among the tulips before the show.

• Tessa Szyszkowitz

  Apr 23, 2017

  David Baddiel manages to set the clitoris of his mother on fire and we still totally understand and believe that his show is an attempt to respect her memory. A remarkable achievement as comedian. And as son.

• Emma

  Apr 22, 2017

  Very entertaining

• Richard

  Apr 22, 2017

  Thoroughly enjoyed this very open and honest account of David Baddiels family life. Made us laugh, but also sad at some points. Would recommend the show highly.

• Anne

  Apr 22, 2017

  Loved the whole show. I went with my daughter, I laughed and cried at the poignant moments Would like to know if you ever wanted to find out if any of your brothers have David White as their father?

• Sarah Lewis

  Apr 22, 2017

  Very funny, honest and emotional,

• Shaun

  Apr 21, 2017

  A brave exposition of David Baddiel's parents as told in his own words. With his mother recently passing and his father having dementia. The inside story of David's relationship and discovery of his parents. At times emotional and sometimes hilarious, laugh at things you would possibly not normally laugh at. See this show and get the proof that laughter IS the only medicine.

• Paul West

  Apr 20, 2017

  Great way to spend a few hours just laughing at crazy things ordinary people do and accept laughing is certainly better than crying..

• Sally Jag

  Apr 20, 2017

  Very candid, funny, revealing account about David Baddiel's family whilst he was growing up and his poignant reflections in his middle age; done to a 'stand up' repartee. I loved it.

• Ben

  Apr 20, 2017

  My girlfriend and I laughed till we were sore, "gasped" a few times and have been recommending it to our friends. Great night out for all the family, as long as your kids are out somewhere else ;0)

• Gammy Knee

  Apr 20, 2017

  Started off shakily with an over dependence on social media which I find a totally pointless, but when he actually started & described his family & various anecdotes it was amusing. David seemed to be disappointed at the lack of raucous laughing but it was a good natured amusement from the audience which I felt was appropriate. He was trying too hard & seemed to be criticising the audience for not laughing more. When he relaxed into the show so did the audience.

• Luka

  Apr 20, 2017

  Very funny and heart warming!

• Niamh

  Apr 19, 2017

  Really enjoyed David Baddiel's 'My Family'. His mum was a one-off and can't forget that picture of his brother in the cab! Mind-boggling. It was a great evening - both "funny" and "touching "!!!!!

• Lynn

  Apr 19, 2017

  Very enjoyable evening with some hysterically funny moments

• Jaclyn

  Apr 19, 2017

  Thought it was excellent. It's just a shame that the theatre wasn't full.

• Sam

  Apr 18, 2017

  David's presentation was well structured. It was funny and emotional at the same time. We are considering watching it again.

• Mike and Brenda

  Apr 18, 2017

  Excellent delivery and performance. Heart-warming in places but also very funny insight into David's family and their lives. Well worth a visit.

• Deirdre

  Apr 16, 2017

  Lovely theatre, lovely staff; and thank you for the seat upgrade. Thank you David Baddiel for a great evening .

• Sheila Beckett

  Apr 16, 2017

  David Baddiel was very funny; a clever & witty guy yet showing a softness mixed in with his somewhat black humour - great show.

• Emma Hart

  Apr 15, 2017

  Hands down best night of laugh out loud comedy I can remember... witty, touching and thought provoking on so many levels. Baddiel is one talented performer. Go see this show.

• Mary

  Apr 15, 2017

  I didn't enjoy the performance that much. Few really funny bits. Was quite disappointed considering all the reviews I read were so good.

• Sadie

  Apr 14, 2017

  Wasn't really sure what to expect from this being about David's mum who had passed away and his dad who is ill but it was so "funny"!!!!!!! My husband and I belly laughed throughout. David Baddiel you put this together so well and are a true genius.

• Sam Matthews

  Apr 13, 2017

  I laughed and cried, what a great evening. My father has dementia, and you certainly need to laugh! Thank you for sharing your family

• Mary

  Apr 13, 2017

  Really enjoyed the show. David is very clever to deliver a show like that

• NIGEL KERSH

  Apr 13, 2017

  So many surprises ! David's performance was executed perfectly. His sense of empathy and humour and openess was great to see.

• Bert and Maureen

  Apr 13, 2017

  Excellent but only for broad minded adults

• Smiles

  Apr 13, 2017

  Really enjoyed David's story about his family. It really made me laugh- even though of course one can see that David is emotionally touched by the losss of his mother. Would recommend.

• ceri mort

  Apr 13, 2017

  warm, funny, close to the knuckle in a good way ! Love DB

• Robert Binney

  Apr 13, 2017

  Breathtakingly honest. An no holds barred conversation with the audience whose slack jaw prevents reply. Candour like this does not come along often. Great work. And doubtless all true. Not embarassing as so engaging. The Q&A at the end helped with closure.

• James

  Apr 13, 2017

  Great raw expose of dysfunctional family life - whose isn't?

• MARK M FRISBY

  Apr 13, 2017

  If you're a fan of David's past work, you will love this new one man stand up show mainly centered around the story's of his mum & dad, some really shocking, mostly funny and some sad. Lovely old theatre, with good seats. Enjoy!!