John Tothill returns to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe with This Must Be Heaven, the latest installment in his comedic saga of health woes and misadventures. After a dramatic stint involving a self-inflicted malaria infection to fund his show, followed by a burst appendix during a performance, Tothill showcases his resilience with a mix of humor and insightful commentary. Expect a thrilling hour filled with whimsical anecdotes on the Seven Deadly Sins, bodily betrayals, and other delightful digressions, all delivered with Tothill's unique style that blends intellect and whimsy. Directed by Alex Cartlidge and Kathryn Craigmyle, this show promises to entertain those who appreciate long anecdotes and lighthearted exploration of life's absurdities.
Cast and Creative Team for This Must Be Heaven at Pleasance
Cast
John Tothill
Ensemble
Kathryn Craigmyle
Ensemble
Alex Cartlidge
Ensemble
Creative Team
Kathryn Craigmyle
Director
Alex Cartlidge
Director
News About This Must Be Heaven at Pleasance
John Tothill Brings New Solo Comedy Show THIS MUST BE HEAVEN to Edinburgh Fringe
June 27, 2025 John Tothill will return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe with This Must Be Heaven - the third chapter in an increasingly baroque saga of poor health, fabulously bad luck, and flamboyant overcommitment.About the Theatre
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