Today is probably the most “play heavy” day of this year’s fringe experience, but I think our next play is likely to be one of the funniest. It’s the Phoenix Theatre Company’s production of Angels in Erotica at TheSpace @ Surgeons Hall (Theatre 2), at 20:10 on Tuesday 22nd. Here’s what the blurb says: “Jesus here! Belief in Dad is at an all-time low, but pre-marital sex is at an all-time high. So, He’s trying to rebrand by starring in His very first sex comedy. He’s got poor Cupid traipsing around after some dirty-minded northern girl in this “new universe” he’s created. And don’t even get me started on the unrealistic male beauty standards! No real man is that muscular or that… Spanish! And no one looks so at home in jeans that tight. Honestly, the whole thing is a bit midlife crisis. So, please don’t come, I’m so embarrassed…”

Sounds absolutely hilarious – and pushing a few blasphemy boundaries as well, which always feels curiously daring. Check back around 9.30 pm to see just how entertaining it was. By then the next preview blog should be available to read too.

Well I was right about the blasphemy! A very funny and clever parody of the Bible story sees a showman God encouraging a rather dirty minded new Messiah (female) to push the boundaries. More sacrilege than sacred but still very enjoyable. Nicely performed throughout, if you’re broad minded you’ll have a great time!