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Comedy in Edinburgh
Edinburgh boasts a vibrant and deeply-rooted comedy scene that thrives throughout the year, anchored by legendary venues such as The Stand Comedy Club, a proving ground for countless famous comedians, alongside the multi-award-winning Monkey Barrel Comedy and the ever-popular Just the Tonic, which all provide a consistent programme of top-tier stand-up.
However, this thriving year-round culture is merely the prelude to the comedic explosion that occurs each August during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The city transforms into the undisputed global epicentre of comedy, as thousands of performers—from household names testing new material to ambitious newcomers seeking their big break—descend upon the capital, turning every conceivable space from grand theatres to cramped pub basements into a performance venue. This month-long comedy marathon creates an unparalleled atmosphere of creative energy, solidifying Edinburgh's reputation as the ultimate destination for performers and fans of live humour.
A review of Jess Robinson: Legacy, Fringe 2022
Legacy will make you think if you want. Or, if you prefer, you can sit back, relax, laugh and enjoy the show.
A review of Tim Vine: Breeeep!, Fringe 2022
A masterful mashup of one-liners, slightly longer jokes and a surprising amount of songs. Tim Vine’s Breeeeep! is a comedy act you can take your teen to without cringing or escape from reality for a while.
A review of Action Figure Archive Volume 2: WTF!?, Fringe 2022
Steve Mclean’s Action Figure Archive Volume 2: WTF!? is the spirit of the free fringe. It’s in a basement, run out of a suitcase, and the audience sits surrounded by upturned chairs while a restaurant readies for dinner.
A review of Mitch Benn: It’s About Time, Fringe 2022
I’m glad I took the chance and booked in. Mitch Benn is a talented performer and songwriter too. It feels to me that this is the true essence of the fringe
A review of Pete Firman: Bag of Tricks, Fringe 2022
I enjoyed myself and left happily confident I’d book again next year to come and see the next evolution of the performance.
A review of Clive Anderson’s My Seven Wonders, Fringe 2022
My Seven Wonders oozes with Clive Anderson’s customary intelligence and charisma. I might even have to start listening to the podcast now!
A review of Marcus Brigstocke: Absolute Shower, Fringe 2022
Political and life comedy from a master of the art. Marcus Brigstocke tells it as it is, poking fun at the idiots who messed up the country.