The Only Way is Anna Devitt

Comedian Anna Devitt has been making large waves in the comedy circuit which has culminated in her winning New Comedian of the Year at the prestigious Scottish Variety Awards 2013. Originally a student of highly respected and seasoned comic Viv Gee, Anna has set up her own all female production company called "Direct Devitt" and is responsible for producing and running shows. As part of the Glasgow Comedy Festival 2013, Anna had a 3 night run of her highly anticipated solo show "Made in Scotland: The Only Way is Glasgow!" hosted at S.P.A.C.E in The Argyll Arcade, Buchanan Street.

The show itself was split into 2 parts. Part one was a combination of off the cuff standup, and compering her own show. The show was interspersed with Anna  recounting a very special rendition of Happy Birthday for her niece via "Truffle", Anna's belly button-mouthed 'friend'. Anna also recounted how she and a few friends were invited down to Henley (of annual regatta fame) and her Poundland present for her well to do hosts. A large portion of the show was not only audience interaction, but also with a healthy dose of self deprecative humour, showing that Anna was not afraid to highlight herself as the butt of many of her own jokes.

Part 2 began with her recounting tales of her school career at "Nae Bother High". And the show culminated with an impromptu pole dancing performance which also feature such disco dancing movies such as "The Worm" (Look it up), which was not only hilarious but also adorable in the nicest way. Throughout the show audience interaction was a key element, especially when she persuaded a male audience member to attempt a pole dance of his own.

Overall, the audience were treated to a much more intimate show than most Glasgow Comedy Festival show, which was to Anna's credit. The show although having the air of being more unpredictable than others' shows (due to the nature of the performance), still packed a punch and the prolonged standing ovatation from the crowd was ultimately the final say on Devitt's performance. The show was very enjoyable and highlighted not only Anna's quick-witted nature, but also a more personal side to her which can often be lacking with some of her peers' shows. Her run in this years' comedy festival may be over, but I will be looking out for more of her shows in future, and would recommend other fans of standup comedy to do the same. Very Good ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♡♡

Kieran x