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Man Shed \u2013 Edinburgh Fringe Reviews.<\/strong><\/p>\n

UK Theatre Web ****<\/p>\n

A man and his shed. A refuge from the world, even friends and wife. But what does it become when his life changes, when his partner and friend are gone? With his life empty it becomes an excuse to hide away from the world, an excuse he is reluctant to give up when a local Men\u2019s Sheds organisation, for similarly lonely men, encourages him to join.<\/p>\n

Audience Reviews<\/strong><\/p>\n

“Ron Emslie delivers a ‘standing ovation’ performance which goes straight to the heart… don’t miss it.” Jason Shroeder, CEO Scottish Men\u2019s Sheds Association.<\/p>\n

Julia Chamberlain<\/h4>\n

Heart breakingly tender and irascibly funny at times, this is a moving portrayal of love, loss and loneliness. Beautifully written, the solo performance by Ron Emslie is a quiet tour de force. If you have ever lost someone, either to death, dementia or emigration this will speak to you. If you are fortunate enough not to be of that group it shines a steady light on what may come. A piece of rare quality that will lodge in your heart long after you leave the theatre.<\/p>\n

Steph Marshall Power<\/h4>\n

Absolutely mesmerising performance and phenomenal writing. Made me laugh, cry, and feel deeply. A stark reminder that mental health, trauma, love, loss, grief, and guilt needs to form part of our everyday check-in with other humans of all ages. Man Shed is not a should-see, it is a must-see.<\/p>\n

Ann Marris<\/h4>\n

Evocative enthralling script and mesmerising acting performance, Powerful, thought provoking message. So well worth a visit, just brilliant .<\/p>\n

Liz Dean<\/h4>\n

This was a real find. An amazing play brilliantly acted. We were spellbound<\/p>\n

Peter Searles<\/h4>\n

A recently bereaved, lonely old man shuffles on stage muttering to himself. Set inside his man shed he continues to do so, musing on his life past present and future. Doesn’t sound like the greatest premise for a scintillating hours entertainment but you couldn’t be more wrong. This show is an absolute gem! Euan Martin’s beautifully observed, pitch- perfect script, sensitively and simply directed by Dave Smith is crowned with a quite outstanding performance from the super talented Ron Emslie. He doesn’t miss a beat. Funny, sad, profound and poignant it covers the full gamut of emotions. Not to be missed! If ever a show deserved a wider audience – this is it!<\/p>\n

Charmian Hughes<\/h4>\n

A beautiful piece that made me cry, about loneliness, widowerhood, losing old friends and finding some kind of path back into life. Ron Emslie exquisitely acts out the protective rituals and pointless tasks from his shed until slowly, painfully, the knowledge that life still has to be lived brings something of a hopeful dawn.<\/p>\n

David Catt<\/h4>\n

An extremely well observed piece of writing brilliantly performed.
\nAs someone recently widowed some of the content rang bells with me.<\/p>\n

Sandy<\/h4>\n

Beautifully crafted by Euan Martin and Dave Smith, Man Shed is study of any man\u2019s experience of love, loss, happiness and hope.
\nRon Emslie delivers an emotionally powerful performance \u2026. he will make you laugh (and cry!) Wonderful. Go\u2026 Seek.<\/p>\n

Maureen Farquhar<\/h4>\n

The Man Shed was a powerful drama that has the ability to evoke many emotions and which leaves a lasting impression. Throughout this one man show the actor Ron Emslie delivered an emotional performance that took us on a journey through life, the many hopes we all have. It is a must see show.<\/p>\n

Julie Jarrett<\/p>\n

Really enjoyed seeing you today! You captured the whole room from the start! Brilliant performance! Thank you so much!<\/p>\n

Donald Canavan<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tucked away in Bunker 1 in the Pleasance each afternoon just now is a poignant and touching study of the human condition in our highly connected age.<\/p>\n

Right Lines’ gentle portrayal of the evening of a life, reflections on its losses, pains, humour and compensations will resonate with many of us. A beautifully composed intelligent yet feisty script is presented with heartwarming skill, care and authenticity by Ron Emslie.<\/p>\n

It’s rare and uplifting to get this glimpse into the power and therapy great theatre can represent.<\/p>\n

Take a bow Euan Martin<\/a> .<\/p>\n

Donald McRobbie<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Congratulations! Loved the show.<\/p>\n

Lorna Young<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Congratulations! This is a lovely, funny poignant play. Loved it from beginning to end.<\/p>\n

Ian Panton<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Hear, hear. It was brilliant.<\/p>\n

Stewart Prodger<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

and very good it was on Saturday,\u00a0Euan Martin<\/a>. Powerful and moving performance by Ron, really brought loneliness from partner & friendship loss into the room and still raising more than few smiles.<\/p>\n

Sian Macdonald<\/strong><\/p>\n

Saw Manshed yesterday. It was absolutely amazing. I laughed and cried in equal measure. Ron Emslie gave an inspiring performance. I would highly recommend going to see it. X<\/p>\n

Louise McGechaen Edgar<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

This should tour the UK.<\/p>\n

I laughed and cried and could relate to so much. Brilliant work.<\/p>\n

Dot Bremner<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Don’t miss it. It’s a real gem. I was also spellbound and wish I lived in Edinburgh so that I could go to see it again.<\/p>\n

Matt McGuinness<\/strong><\/p>\n

Man Shed.\u00a0 I was lost in this. Felt like an in-depth insight into just one brief thought, one moment that flashed across a gent coming to some kind of terms with his lot in later life. Brilliantly acted.<\/p>\n

Margaret Wickham<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Can thoroughly endorse this review (from Julia Chamberlain). Had the pleasure of seeing Man Shed today. Such a poignant portrayal by Ron Emslie of Euan Martin\u2019s thought-provoking insights into male grief and loneliness. I left in tears but so honoured to see this fantastic\u00a0piece of work. I do hope\u00a0Right Lines<\/a>\u00a0tour this production. Remember to mind our men folk<\/p>\n

Ronnie Megaughin<\/strong><\/p>\n

And well deserved too\u00a0Euan Martin<\/a>, great piece of work.<\/p>\n

Billy McLennan<\/strong><\/p>\n

Just seen Manshed at the Festival, outstanding monologue from Ron Emslie, must see show, possibly one of the best I’ve seen at the Festival ever. Go see it, you will not be disappointed!<\/p>\n

Fiona Mowbray<\/strong><\/p>\n

We saw this yesterday! Great performance from Ron Emslie!<\/p>\n

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