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★★★★★ – Baby Everything

Baby Everything is the kind of Fringe show that reminds you why live theatre is such a thrilling experience. Quirky, fast-paced and brilliantly modern, it never asks you to leave your brain at the door, it simply invites you to laugh while using it.

Audience participation is the secret ingredient that elevates this production from excellent to unforgettable. Every interaction feels genuine, no one is ever made the butt of the joke, and because each audience responds differently, every performance becomes its own unique event. It’s improvisation with purpose, handled by a performer so confident and generous that the room immediately feels safe enough to play along.

At its heart, Baby Everything takes the old-fashioned hypochondriac and reimagines them for the doomscrolling generation. It cleverly explores modern health anxiety, the relentless stream of headlines, political noise and social media overload that pours into our phones every waking hour. Rather than lecturing, it reflects our collective habits back at us with warmth, intelligence and an infectious sense of humour.

The writing is wonderfully highbrow without ever feeling inaccessible. It draws on history, politics and global events in all the right ways, offering perspective instead of preaching. The political observations are razor sharp but never self-important, balancing wit with optimism and ensuring the show never loses its joyful spirit.

The performer is extraordinary. Their comic timing is impeccable, their energy never falters, and they effortlessly guide the audience through twists, turns and moments of genuine reflection. It’s rare to find someone who can be this funny while making you quietly reconsider the way you consume the world around you.

You’ll leave laughing, thinking, and perhaps looking at your phone just a little differently. More importantly, you’ll leave feeling lighter. Baby Everything is a glorious celebration of finding joy amid the chaos, reminding us that life is meant to be lived—not endlessly refreshed.

Don’t spend another hour scrolling. Go and experience Baby Everything instead. It’s optimistic, intelligent, utterly original and one of the most rewarding five-star shows you’ll find at this year’s Fringe.