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Tim Minchin – review

Brighton Centre"Nothing ruins comedy like arenas," sings Tim Minchin. But comedy doesn't usually feature a 55-piece orchestra. The Aussie minstrel succeeds where several comedians (his compatriot Barry Humphries among them) have failed, marrying standup and symphonic music to thrilling effect. He all but raises this arena's roof with the sound of instrumentalists at electrifying full pelt and 4,000 onlookers cheering a talent at the gleeful top of his game.Yes, there are moments when the combina...

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15:15 on December 15 2010

Tim Minchin and His Orchestra, O2 Arena, London, review

The Telegraph — There's often intense provocation in the insanely gifted Australian's new show. Rating: * * * * more info

Tim Minchin

21:29 on December 15 2010

Tim Minchin – review

Guardian Music — Brighton Centre"Nothing ruins comedy like arenas," sings Tim Minchin. But comedy doesn't usually feature a 55-piece orchestra. The Aussie minstrel succeeds where several ... more info

Tim Minchin