And a few unsolicited character references:
*****"There can be few more accomplished raconteurs at the Fringe than James Nokise." - THE WEE REVIEW
*****"Nokise is a joy to have onstage." - THE SCOTSMAN
"The cheapest hour of therapy you'll get this election year" - A Ministerial Press Secretary, speaking anonymously (obviously)
"The funniest hour you'll spend this election season." - Every Political Reporter in the Press Gallery, off the record
"He's coming all this way to vent about politicians. Least you can do is turn up." - A Local Resident, speaking voluntarily (allegedly)