I first saw the Domestic Goddi, otherwise known as Rosie Wilkinson & Helen O’Brien, when I saw their last years show and have to admit they blew me away. This years Goddi are Helen O'Brien and Genevieve Swallow, I was very keen to see if they could equal their performances with this years offering How to Cope, although I wondered if in comedy shows, like films the sequel is seldom as good as the original. But I certainly didn’t need to worry. It was as good, if not better than last year’s version.

For the entirety of their allotted time these outstandingly talented ladies entertain their packed out crowd with a selection of some of the funniest sketches you will see anywhere, over a vast range of subjects.

The pace of the show never falters and the speed of the changes between sketches is almost non-existent. I have no idea if the sketches are written by the Goddi themselves, I feel if they are not well they seem tailor made and Genevieve and Helen make the absolute most of the material. All are good, but I have to admit I had a favourite. The ‘Hot Gear’ sketch, an obvious skit on a certain motoring programme, but with shoes was worth the admission money alone.

So if you are looking for an early afternoon hoot then this is definitely the show for you, and Goddi, can I pre-book my ticket for next years version now please?

Domestic Goddi 2:  How to Cope

Company: - Avalon Promotions

Venue: -  Pleasance Beside V 33

Dates: - 5 to 31 August 2009 

Times: -13.30 to 14.30 

Fringe Programme Page: - p44   (C5)