Weatherman shines in comedy

The veteran meteorologist was the guest star in The Play What I Wrote at the town's Music Hall last night.

The West End hit channels the spirit of Morecambe and Wise in the story of a troubled double act whose jokes and relationship echoes that of the great comedy duo.

There are silly costumes, music, slapstick and puns galore as thwarted playwright Greg Haiste attempts to stage what he believes is his masterpiece.

At the same time his double act partner Andrew Cryer is trying bravely to put the spark back into their relationship by performing an evening of comedy based on Morecambe and Wise.

And of course no Morecambe and Wise tribute would be complete without the play within a play featuring a special guest.

Michael Fish gave his all as the Comte de Toblerone in Greg's Ernie-esque play based on the French Revolution - A Tight Squeeze for The Scarlet Pimple.

This is a tribute that breathes new life into the original as the duo explore the age-old dilemma of who is the straight man and who is the funny man.

Third performer Anthony Hoggard , who runs between the two in roles ranging from Daryl Hannah to the dog, gets to adjudicate rather than take part in the debate and reassures Greg that he gets "inaudible laughs".

Quick-firing silly gags, energy, and impeccable timing create a joyous giggle-inducing show that that is as fresh as it is inventive.

Picture: Stars of "The Play What I Wrote", from left Andy Cryer, Michael Fish and Greg Haiste with, front, Anthony Hoggard.