I’m not sure I expected to find one of my Fringe comedy highlights at a children’s show but at Marcel Lucont : Les Enfants Terribles – A Gameshow for Awful Children I definitely did! Located in the charming Piccolo Tent, the show was a treat from beginning to end.
Marcel sets out to find the most awful child in the room, pitting contenders against each other in rounds such as ‘Let them eat cake’ and ‘Je ne sais quoi’. The kids pour to the stage to beat each other with wrong answers, ‘pet’ noises and joined up stories.
The most animated segment had the kids pointing the finger at parents in the audience shouting ‘J’accuse’ as red spotlights illuminated each adults sins of falling into bushes, sleepwalking naked in hotels and eating cat food instead of Granola.
But the show was an absolute gem due to Marcel himself. This barefooted insouciant raconteur is absolutely hilarious, providing a constant stream of lol moments. Exuding French superiority, his quick wittedness and quips have got me Googling him for more.
This is a must if you have kids. Some of whom became stars themselves with their amusing answers and shining personalities. If you don’t have kids, borrow someone else’s because this is an hour of bon viveur that will honestly make your day!
Edinburgh Fringe 2023 edfestmag.com
Commentaires