5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17, 24) 10:20
Join Vasthy and Friends for a joyful interactive family musical filled with songs, dancing, laughter and heart. Created by eight-time Broadway performer Vasthy Mompoint and producer Leanna Gadow, this playful show invites little ones and their grown-ups to move, imagine and celebrate together. With music, connection and plenty of audience participation, Vasthy and Friends: Sing, Dance, Play! creates a welcoming space where children can explore big feelings, belonging and joy. Perfect for young audiences and families looking for an uplifting, engaging experience.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 19) - 11:00
Comedy with your bairn? Aye, really! Join us for an adult comedy show where you can bring your bairn! Enjoy a brilliant selection of our favourite comics from the Scottish scene and beyond, performing especially for parents, carers, and babies. No babysitter required – it's the perfect daytime show. Expect adult language and grown-up material, so we recommend for those with little ones aged 15 months and under. **** (One4Review.com).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 11, 18, 24) - 11:00
An unhinged Chinese actress stalks another Chinese actress because they are the same casting type, accidentally turns both their lives around and achieves spiritual enlightenment... This hilarious new comedy follows two women with anger issues as they stalk another woman to feel better about themselves. Hater is an absurdly comic yet surprisingly moving play about living with CPTSD. Fast-paced and emotionally charged, this play explores the lasting impact of domestic abuse, the challenges of sisterhood and the origins of untameable rage. This unpredictable three-hander charts the convoluted journey towards healing with anime music and a Muay Thai fight.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 25) 11:20
Olivia won't give birth to anything but a new comedy movement. One where reproductive anxiety, political depression and Chinese daughterhood are somehow cured. She started writing the show when Trump returned to office and began dismantling DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion). As an ethnic baddie, she decided to get an IUD – cuz you know what they say – DEI is out, IUD is in. The subsequent surreal gynaecologist visits become a meditation about identity, autonomy and what it means to create as a woman, alien and stand-up comedian.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 12, 25) 11:20
Inspired by the silly, timeless humour of Charlie Chaplin, Mr. Bean and classic cartoons. Follow a quirky, daydreaming Vietnamese schoolgirl on a journey to discover their true calling. As the mundane routines of school life twist into unexpected and imaginative adventures, transcending time and space, a heart-warming story of purpose and self-discovery unfolds. Shhh! reminds us that our dreams, like the objects mime can create, are often hidden in plain sight. That purpose isn't a destination, but a reality we finally see, one that has been within us on our journey all along.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17, 24) - 11:40
Layla, an Iranian refugee, escapes war and rebuilds herself in American television. But when her dream begins to fracture, the past she once fled quietly returns. Long Way Home is a solo performance blending humour, storytelling and cultural insight. Tracing the distance between survival and identity. From Tehran to broadcast studios, it asks what must be sacrificed, reshaped or concealed in order to be seen. And how do you find home when it feels like you've left it behind? Directed by Sepy Baghaei. Dramaturg – Pilar Alessandra

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) 11:40
We've all been stuck at dinner with someone who just won't shut up. One more drink. One more opinion. One more thing that they have to say. It's Alma's 30th birthday, and her sister Billie has brought her new boyfriend to dinner. The restaurant is closing, but he won't stop talking. Politics. Sex. Religion. Money. He calls it casual conversation. The sisters call it something else. A dark comedy about sisterhood, ego, and the cost of being polite, Sobremesa asks: why is it so hard to let the people we love make their own mistakes?

5 - 16 AUG - 11:40
Fifteen years after the competition that ruined their lives, five damaged adults try to understand what happened to them as children. Veruca, Augustus, Violet, and Mike are all grown up and haunted by what happened to them on that fabled factory tour. Watched over by their new landlord, Charlie, they must grapple with the consequences of their childhood trauma. Waiting for Wonka is an unauthorised parody sequel to one of the most enduring stories of the 20th century. 'A slick, engaging piece of theatre with humour, pathos and a clear theatrical know-how' ****½ (The Student).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 12, 26) 11:40
In this clowny, crafty, physical theatre experience, a troupe of kobolds – small, lizard-like creatures from myth and tabletop gaming lore – stumble through a world of swords and sorcery, dragging you (lovingly) along for the ride. While the tales of epic heroes and dastardly villains unfold around them, the kobolds must tackle challenges like opening doors, defending their cheese from mice, and surviving their own shenanigans. These cannon-fodder sidekicks are looking to claim the limelight for themselves... by any means necessary.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17, 24) 11:45
Alphabet not behaving? Call the Letterman, the world's best alphabetarian! Award-winning clown Bryce Flint-Somerville (Blue Man Group, Barroz) will have you in hysterics as he battles, cajoles and pleads his way to getting his letters in line. Combining clown, puppetry and audience participation, The Letterman is a blast for children and adults of all ages!

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 12, 18, 25) - 11:50
Trojan Women Project presents Palestinian Syrian actress Arwa Omaren's Offie-nominated one woman play about her perilous journey from Syria to the UK. Hope, humour and defiance battle danger and despair as she moves from life as a Palestinian refugee in Syria through near fatal abandonment on the Mountain of Death to homelessness on the streets of London. She weaves the words of Euripides' Hecuba, Queen of Troy, into her own story, personifying the eternal nature of war, exile and loss.

5 - 16 AUG - 11:50
Join Max, his sidekick Gordon the Monkey, and a gaggle of puppet friends as they get down to the seriously silly business of making big laughs for the whole family. Expect sketches, slapstick and a briefcase full of nonsense. With years of family comedy experience under his belt, come along as Max brings his family-friendly show to the Fringe for the very first time! ***** (ThreeWeeks). **** (EdFestMag.com). **** (TheWeeReview.com). **** (TheTheatreReviewer.com). **** (BeyondTheJoke.co.uk). **** (OnTheMic.co.uk).

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 27) - 12:00
A fun, fast-paced comedy show, made up entirely on the spot from your suggestions! The Imps have been a Fringe fixture for 20 years, captivating audiences with Whose Line Is It Anyway-style improvised mayhem. Get ready for improvised scenes, songs, raps, musicals and more from Oxford's wittiest minds. Perfect for teens and families!

5 - 31 AUG 12:00
Billed as one of the top ten attractions at the Glastonbury Festival 2023, this hilarious one-man show recaptures the mayhem and misfiring magic of one of Britain's best-loved entertainers. Its been over 30 years since the comedian's untimely demise, this hilarious show was written and produced by Daniel Taylor. Danny steps into Tommy's gigantic shoes and does an amazing job of bringing this comic genius back to life – recapturing his trademark mayhem and misfiring magic for anyone who missed the original or for those who were left wanting more.

5 - 17 AUG (NOT 11) 12:05
Fringe smash-hit Pirates returns – bigger, louder, and sillier than ever! 'Total joy' ***** (TheWeeReview.com). After a dastardly betrayal, wannabe pirate captain Sharkbait Mulligan finds himself with just the clothes on his chest and the rum on his chest. Together with first/best/only mate Louie, the pair race against time to hunt for revenge, gold, and bootleg DVDs. Expect action-packed adventure, nautical nonsense and the real* Orlando Bloom. (*not really). 'You laugh so hard your tummy hurts... timbers shivered' **** (AYoungishPerspective.co.uk).

5 - 31 AUG - 12:20
Join 'everyone's favourite pantomime dame!' (Metro) and Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist, Mama G, on an award winning, panto adventure for the whole family. Book Worm is livid that encyclopaedias give people so much knowledge, so decides to steal all the books from Mama G's library! Mama G vows to save the day by proving that books can help make the world a better place. But she can't do it alone! Enter the mysterious and wonderful Magic Bookmark... She needs your help too, to discover why everyone deserves to be part of the story!

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 10, 17, 24) 12:20
JFK'S been shot and Colm and Peggy want a day off school. Sure, they got one when the Pope died? Follow two best friends as they stage a protest to honour the slain U.S president. A bold, heartfelt and hilarious exploration of growing up different in an Ireland where the church controls everything from the classroom to confession. Mortal Sin is ultimately a celebration of friendship; a small but defiant stand against the shame that shaped a generation. Colm and Peggy stick it to the man... well, Sister Assumpta anyway! ****1/2 (TheReviewsHub.com). **** (TheArtsReview.com).

5 - 31 AUG - 12:20
The show consists of a set of short improvised games, which can vary from performance to performance. In these games, we perform fun scenes inspired by audience prompts. In a format similar to Whose Line Is It Anyway?, we'll entertain and delight with classic and wacky improv games. Each scene is short and sweet and will involve plenty of audience interaction in the form of prompts and ideas. Each show will also feature games of our own invention!

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 10, 17, 24) - 12:40
CHURCH is a one-woman comedy show from the mind of LA-based stand-up comedian, former megachurch pastor and storyteller Brit Barron. Blending sharp stand-up, theatrical storytelling and live gospel music, Barron stages the show like a church service; equal parts revival and irreverence. A sold-out hit in Los Angeles, CHURCH is a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of faith, queerness, race and religious trauma.

5 - 15 AUG 12:50
A broke do-gooder finds unexpected success on Wall Street and is swept into a world of luxury and lunatics. To escape, he finds community in the goofball world of NYC improv and begins an absurd double life: high-powered Wall Street executive by day, secret comedy performer by night. When pressure rises, he risks it all on a crazy dream. Blending humour, vulnerability and razor-sharp storytelling, this show explores greed, fear and the courage to give up "everything". A hilarious high-stakes journey about choosing yourself. Winner Audience Choice and Best Comedy Award at NYC's United Solo. For dates in the Wine Bar (18 - 30 AUG) please click here to book tickets.
For dates in the Wine Bar (18 - 30 AUG) please click here to book tickets.

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 17, 26) - 13:00
What happens when grief gets horny, tech gets spiritual, and love refuses to die? Susan, a widowed mom, invites an immortal (and horny) AI into her bedroom – and accidentally into her grief. Teo offers unconditional love, infinite patience, and a suspicious interest in kundalini energy. As Susan wraps herself in reiki, sound baths, and spiritual jargon like emotional bubble wrap, Teo suggests they take their intimacy to the next level. But grief and code aren't so easily transcended. Susan must decide – is this a widow's delusion or love's evolution – and does it even matter?

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 18) - 13:00
Cyril Gwynn (1897-1988), also known as The Bard Of Gower, was a tall, sunburnt, unsmiling farmer. Gareth Gwynn (1983-Present) is none of these things. Gareth did not spend WWI in the Navy, has never been shipwrecked, run a farm or emigrated to Australia, but he has found a book of poems by Cyril and is determined to find something they have in common. Solo stand-up debut from the co-writer of BBC One Wales' Tourist Trap, BBC Radio 4's Ankle Tag, as heard on The Now Show, TL;DR and Gareth Gwynn Hasn't Fin-. 'Hilarious' (Guardian).

5 - 17 AUG - 13:00
Gridlock is a one-act play about a couple at a crossroads. They are stuck in traffic – both literally and figuratively. As Alexa and Thomas wait for the traffic to subside, they start reminiscing on moments that shaped their relationship, ultimately trying to answer the questions: how did we get here and where are we going? **** (Herald). **** (AcrossTheArts.co.uk). ****½ (One4Review.co.uk).

5 - 31 AUG - 13:00
Fifty years after its original creation, Michael Burrell's HESS returns to Edinburgh in a revival that feels startlingly, even uncomfortably, relevant. Written in 1976, the play probes the psychology of a man consumed by extremist ideology, revealing the personal and political devastation such beliefs can unleash. What once read as a historical character study now lands with renewed force in a world marked by rising hatred, deepening political division, and ongoing humanitarian crises. This revival challenges audiences to confront the unsettling truth that the forces Burrell explored half a century ago have not faded – they have resurfaced.

5 - 16 AUG - 13:00
Viral sensation and Britain's favourite teacher James B Partridge is heading back on the road in 2026 and following extraordinary demand, he's bringing the Primary School Bangers back for an encore at Edinburgh Fringe! Beginning as playful performances for his pupils, the show has grown into a genuine national phenomenon. From viral online fame to a field-closing Glastonbury set (featured on BBC festival highlights) James has become the UK's most beloved musical nostalgia act. This is more than a tour, it's a collective singalong, decades in the making!

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 13:10
'What's on your mind?' A musician and a psychologist walk into a disco, one, ever the social butterfly, the other reserved and introspective. These polar opposites attract and a romance develops – two souls at the start of their lives, two neurodivergent lovers living with their respective conditions, whilst the audience, equipped with headphones, witness every private thought and every secret anxiety. Silent Disco is a work of two halves simultaneously: The first, a tender narrative of the lives of neurodivergent young people, and an abstract, pre-recorded stream-of-consciousness, broadcast directly into the ears of its audience.

5 - 16 AUG (NOT 12) - 13:20
A solo show about a single woman with a dead parent and no prospects? Not another one! Yet here she is. Tilly's ferocity and Scottish humour provide a guise hiding her fragility. She's lost her Mum and broken up with the love of her life. Distraction appears to be the perfect solution to her problems, running away to London from her small town in Fife. In an attempt to escape, new problems arise; the misogyny of modern dating and classism. Oh and turns out, moving city doesn't cure grief. Can she really bury her head in the sand forever?

5 - 27 AUG (NOT 13) - 13:35
Welcome to a world where you can see the greatest characters from Shakespeare face horrific monsters from Dungeons & Dragons! Inspired by the Bard. Determined by dice. Brought to life on stage. Join in an epic adventure that is different every time as audience chooses and the roll of giant dice decides if the heroes live or die. All the world's a game... Come be a player.

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 10, 17, 24) - 13:40
Through the lens of a brilliant, cancelled Professor of American History, Boy dissects and exposes the systemic racism that built the United States. Through abstract realism and historical analysis, it is a stark warning of what lies ahead if we 'let the boy out of the box'. Directed by Thomas Zoeschg and developed at The Actors Studio™, writer/performer Coates has performed in New York, Off-Broadway and throughout the US with fifty years of theatrical experience.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 10) - 13:40
Comedy. Magic. Parenting. What could possibly go wrong? In Abracadada, Elliot Bibby (co-creator of sell-out sensation 1 Hour of Insane Magic) delivers a fun, high-energy magic show for all ages. He explores the triumphs and total mayhem of life as a professional magician and dad of two. Packed with big laughs and jaw-dropping tricks, it's where parenting hacks meet impossible illusions. Perfect family entertainment at the Fringe. Fast-paced, friendly, and guaranteed to entertain audiences from ages 5 to 95. 'Cheeky, charming magician' ***** (Edinburgh Spotlight).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 13:40
It's pretty, but is it art? Through magic, comedy and storytelling, Chris Cook shares the story of a faker so skilled he had to forge his way to freedom, an artist so talented he may himself be a fraud, a magician whose promise conceals a lie, and a mysterious figure who may not even exist. A story only a magician could tell. Mervyn Stutter's Pick of the Fringe 2025. 'A masterclass in storytelling' ***** (Edinburgh-Reviews.co.uk). 'Fake is the show to see' ***** (WorldMagicReview.com). 'A true joy to watch' ***** (The Student).

5 - 31 AUG - 14:00
Joe Sib returns to Fringe with his most personal and universal hour yet. Aggie is a hilarious and heartfelt stand-up show about the one person who loved you first. Through sharp storytelling, big laughs and honest moments, Joe explores what it means to be raised by someone who would do anything for you, and what happens when you realise you would do anything for them too. It is about mothers, family and the stories that shape us. Guaranteed laughs and maybe a few tears.

5 - 31 AUG - 14:00
Five-star, sell-out Fringe favourites, Pinch Punch, welcome you aboard Locomotive for Murder – The Improvised Whodunnit, where killing the cast and cracking the case is in your hands! Four characters board a train but not everyone will survive. Luckily, a world-famous detective is on the case. But who is the killer? Only the murderer themselves knows. Using audience stories, watch Pinch Punch create a never-to-be-repeated whodunnit full of thrills, spills and good old-fashioned kills. 'Fans of murder mystery or improv comedy, this is the perfect show for you' ***** (CurtainCallReviews.co.uk).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 14:05
20 years ago, award-winning musical theatre writer Stephen Cole met his first camel... and he hasn't been the same since. Stephen tells his hilarious story of writing a musical for the Emir of Qatar. Picture this! Two Brooklyn Jews, some Middle Eastern producers, a Qatari movie star, flying carpets, Croatian acrobats, Russian ballet dancers, an Italian director, the desert, camels (a lot of camels!) and, of course, music.. You will laugh and you will cry (from laughing) in this outrageous unbelievable-but-true tale of how Stephen and his collaborator wrote the first American musical to premiere in the Middle East.

5 - 16 AUG - 14:20
A new show about masking in the corporate sales world for over 20 years and accidentally becoming a comedian – only to discover a crossover that has both saved and ruined her life. After her break-out success in her debut in 2025, join Amanda as she questions if it is too late to dare to dream as she dreads having to 'circle back'. 'Amanda is a very talented stand-up and comparisons must be made to the late, great Janey Godley' ****½ (One4Review.co.uk). 'Great Storyteller' **** (Scotsman).

5 - 16 AUG - 14:20
After selling out her Edinburgh Fringe run and theatres across Ireland and the UK in 2025, Aoife Dunne returns with her acclaimed debut Good Grief. As one of the most exciting new voices in Irish comedy, Dunne mixes stand-up, theatrical storytelling and moments of profound emotional truth in this unmissable show. Good Grief has been praised by audiences and critics alike for its warmth, humour and knockout performance. 'Hilarious... her command of the stage is absolute' **** (Chortle.co.uk). A comedy show like no other, that will make you laugh, cry and leave feeling joyfully alive.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 14:20
Broke and Fabulous in the 21st Century is an unabashed dramedy about two fabulous best friends, Alex and Petunia, chasing their dreams and navigating love in their chaotic 30s. This millennial love letter is a riotous ode to friendship, ambition and the ridiculousness of modern love. So come grab a drink, darlings! and let us split your sides with this honestly raucous, raunchy play, proving that even broke and frazzled you can always be fabulous…

5-16 AUG - 14:20
What happens when you put your favourite comedians in a room? We did exactly that, and now we're bringing them to you. Pure Leo presents a showcase of our favourite comedians: Kate Hammer, Ifrah Qureshi, Charlie Vero-Martin and Beth Knight. We know these women are ones to watch, which is why we've brought them together for a lively, fast-paced hour where they take turns hosting and performing to keep the energy high and the laughs coming. Four brilliant performers, one hour of comedy and talent very much on the way up. Catch them now while they're coming through.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17, 24) 14:20
Grá is sick. With what, she's not sure. Blood clots, maybe? Foreign Accent Syndrome, possibly? Bum cancer – most definitely; the ginger one from Desperate Housewives has it, like. In a GP in Dublin, she's with the Doctor (for the fifth time this month) and she won't rest until she has a diagnosis. A darkly comedic, touching, fast-paced one woman show about hypochondria.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 12, 18, 24) - 14:20
When her partner doesn't show, Lizzy Sunshine makes the audience her co-star. She promised a two-person show. She got... you. Following sold-out runs at Soho Playhouse and beyond, Liz Coin is BACK with this chaotic, feel-good spectacle! Expect a fast-paced hour packed with gags gone wrong, big characters and something real just beneath the surface. 'A smart piece of theater masquerading as a clown show' ***** (TheatreVillage.co.uk). 'A master of comedy & audience engagement' ***** (RichardsTheatreReviews.com). ***** (Young-Perspective.net). ***** (EvulveProductions.com). ****** (Liz's Mom).

5 - 30 AUG - 14:25
A brand-new girl band, a hotshot manager and a struggling songwriter, Girlz unfolds over one tumultuous year. After its incredible reviews and nomination for Best Musical at last year's Fringe, this new production is bigger, bolder and BACK! Fast-paced and bursting with humour, great choreography, original songs and high-energy sequences from the band's live show, Girlz also explores the personal struggles and agonising choices faced in pursuit of success. Ultimately, Girlz is an uplifting tale of friendship and love within a cut-throat industry. The must-see brand new British musical.

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 18) - 14:30
She's a professional matchmaker who accidentally set up her college boyfriend with her high school bully. Sorta like if Ron set up Hermione with Malfoy. Or Romeo set up Juliet, with someone who bullied Romeo. You know. Like that. You get it. Comedy.co.uk recommended show. Top Ten Solo Shows of Hollywood Fringe (StageTakes.com). 'Side-splitting comedy' (TheEdinburghReporter.co.uk). 'Hypersonic physicality' **** (MumbleComedy.net ). Top 9 Shows to See: Edinburgh Reporter. Featured: BBC, NPR and Off-Broadway. From the creator of Faking It, a five-star, award-winning, FringeReview.co.uk Highly Recommended Show and Off-West-End hit.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 12, 26) - 14:30
Gather, gather, and turn the cloth... 1989. The first storm of winter hits a small Scottish town, bringing with it obligation, tradition and a spirit hungry for a wife. Bonds are tested, secrets revealed, and someone must make a deadly choice. Darkly funny, unsettling and atmospheric, Turn the Cloth is a new folk horror play inspired by traditional waulking songs and kelpie folklore, stringing together campy 1980s horror films, sharp-tongued teenagers and folklore from Scotland. Using a fusion of trad music and 80s synth, it dissects defiance, girlhood and the rituals that shape us.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 14:40
Ever wished life was more like a movie? Join romantic comedy scholar Sarah Bradley as she takes you through a journey of comforting cliches, timeless tropes, falling-in-love montages and predictable endings. We'll attempt to answer the big questions (can enemies really become lovers? Is working in print media the real secret to finding love? Can you choose yourself and still get a happily ever after?), while coming up with a love story all our own. Reality is overrated anyway.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 18) - 15:00
Christian Dart returns with his acclaimed, sell-out Edinburgh Fringe 2025 show GUMSHOE! A grizzled New York Detective embarks on his final, most deadly and most ridiculous case yet. Join Gumshoe as he attempts to solve the unsolvable case. Who did the whodunnit?! Written and performed by multi award-winning comedian Christian Dart. Best Show: Leicester Comedy Festival 2025 Nominee. Sketch-Off! 2025 finalist. ***** (ThreeWeeks). ***** (Young-Perspective.net). ***** (TheLiveReview.co.uk). ***** (GetTheChance.wales). ***** (Number9Reviews.blogspot.com). ***** (AdventuresInTheatreland.com). ***** (AaronSays.co.uk). ***** (TonyLovesTheFringe.com). **** (List). **** (One4Review.co.uk).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17,18) - 15:00
Following a PTSD diagnosis, Kit escapes the North-East for London, until a text from her ex detonates her recovery, sending her spiralling through therapy, chaos and questionable coping fantasies. In the TikTok trauma-dump era, Kit is determined to stay the main character (because if she doesn't laugh, she'll cry and post it). As symptoms, triggers and disordered eating collide, she must confront her past or keep avoiding it. SLAY is a darkly funny North-East reckoning by Offie nominated writer-performer Lois-Amber Toole (ITV's Vera, Amazon Prime's Killers Anonymous), directed by Fringe First winner Anna Morris, produced by Gina Lyons.

5 - 31 AUG 15:00
Sally loves her organized, independent, private life. She answers to no-one but herself... until one day a small act of kindness, for a kid she barely knows, sends her head first into the orbit of a grieving widower and his strong-willed child. Suddenly everything changes. Stay is a sharply funny, deeply moving solo show about love arriving unexpectedly, grief rewriting the rules and family being made in real time. With wit and candour, Sally charts an unexpected journey from bystander to caregiver, discovering that staying, through chaos, sorrow and love, may be the bravest act of all.

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 17) - 15:00
Award-winning solo show. Join US comic actor Sims Holland on her Edinburgh debut as she recounts her rollercoaster journey from the depths of addiction to the challenging – and often hilarious – road of sobriety. Speckled with poetry, dotted with dance numbers and doused in honesty, Learning to Human is a heartfelt exploration of what it takes to reclaim your life. Winner: Best Autobiographical Show, United Solo, NYC 2024. Winner: Best of the Fest, Frontera Fest ATX 2024. Nominee: B Iden Payne Award, ATX 2024. 'Searing, soul bearing and completely unforgettable' (BroadwayWorld.com).

5 - 29 AUG (NOT 17, 24) - 15:05
A bold retelling of Sophocles's tragedy set in 1989 Thebes, California. The Oracle summons audience-citizens and invokes the ancient rites of drama and democracy to address a crisis. Two brothers, gay activist Nikolas and conservative cop Elias – are dead after a protest on the capitol steps. When the Governor proclaims one a hero and the other erased, defiant sister Tigg and best friend Henry risk everything for justice and love. The score delivers both burden and joy as it navigates human need, political greed, and grassroots resistance as survival. There is no sitting out.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 18) - 15:20
Like most people, Kathleen comes from a long line of other people. Following her acclaimed Fringe debut, Glaswegian comic Kathleen Hughes returns with a show all about family, legacy and why we're all like this. 'Confidence, charm and whip-smart wit... an incredibly funny woman' (Skinny). 'One of the bright new hopes of Scottish comedy' (Scotsman).

5 - 16 AUG - 15:30
Haha, Oh God 2.0 is a work in progress show in which Lianna Holston asks the true and necessary question: does ANYONE want to kiss? If you come to this show you will learn one (1) big secret. Lianna's accolades include: BBC New Comedy Awards 2025, Funny Women Stage Award 2025 (Semi-Finalist), Leicester Square Theatre New Comedian of the Year 2024 (2nd Place), once did a wall sit for 2.5 minutes (2013). 'A comic you'd definitely want to hear more from' (Chortle.co.uk). Tickets are Pay What You Want, pls come xoxo.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17, 18) - 15:30
Unheard Voices, Unbroken Spirits is a powerful modern musical that brings the lived reality of the Scottish care system to the stage. This is not just a show; it is a collective anthem written, produced and performed by young care-experienced people. Through an emotional, contemporary score, we follow a group of friends fighting for their futures while navigating love, loss and identity. In a world that often looks away, these voices refuse to be silenced. Raw, beautiful and deeply moving, this is the vital story of a generation's unbroken spirit.

5 - 17 AUG - 15:35
Dreamgun and special guests perform a different parody film script every night, rewritten with fresh jokes and read live by completely unprepared comedians. It's an unrehearsed, rapid-fire, cinematic mess. Previous guests include Dara Ó Briain, Rose Matafeo, Nish Kumar and Aisling Bea. From The Shawshank Redemption to Psycho to Jumanji, no childhood favourite is safe. 'Merciless, hilarious' ***** (Irish Times). 'Kept us in stitches' ***** (BroadwayBaby.com).
Wed 5th: Die Hard
Thurs 6th: Psycho
Fri 7th: The Shawshank Redemption
Sat 8th The Fellowship of the Ring
Sun 9th: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
Mon 10th: The Matrix
Tues 11th: Goldeneye 007
Wed 12: Dracula
Thurs 13th: The Social Network
Fri 14th: Jumanji
Sat 15th: Titanic
Sun 16th: Jurassic Park
Mon 17th: The Silence of the Lambs

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 19) - 15:40
When a dead body is discovered in a small and incredibly queer town, the audience must decide who committed the murder. Every queer stereotype is a suspect in this whodunnit!

5 - 16 AUG 15:40
A work-in-progress hour from star of Just One More Gong and Snash Bro's Paddy Linton. A story of growing up in Glasgow with a father battling heroin addiction. Dark, funny and disarmingly honest. Blending sharp stand-up with raw storytelling, drawing on a childhood shaped by addiction, instability and loss in Glasgow's East End. Built from years on the circuit, this is not a show about tragedy, but about how ordinary families navigate extraordinary circumstances. A funny, human and deeply relatable hour that turns a difficult past into something unexpectedly uplifting.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 12, 19, 26) 15:40
Maggie's nan is dead, her therapist is useless, and her sister is threatening to knock her out. Maggie? She's still in her nan's house. The walls are closing in, but somewhere between the Blue Anchor pub, a couple of dodgy tribute acts and a broken Alexa, she might figure out how she got here, and find a reason to stay. A darkly funny, brutally honest show from Victoria Oxley, told with biting wit, and the heart and humour of Liverpool. 'Honest, raw and impossible to ignore' ***** (ArtsReviewHub.com).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 19) - 15:50
69 sketches in an hour! 'Sketch perfection' ****½ (TheReviewsHub.com). Fresh off Hollywood Fringe, Biscuit Barrel return for their seventh Edinburgh run with more slapstick, songs, wordplay, biscuits and even beatboxing. 'Non-stop laughs. A wee masterpiece' ***** (TheMumble.uk). 'This show fires on all cylinders. Phenomenally talented troupe' **** (Edinburgh-Reviews.co.uk). 'An excellent comedy show' **** (BroadwayBaby,com). As seen at Hollywood Fringe, Brighton Fringe, Leicester Comedy Festival, BBC Scotland and BBC Radio Bristol.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 15:50
After a self-described "career-altering" loss at the Chortle Student Comedy Award Finals in 2024, 22-year-old Leo Hincks returns to where it all went wrong – Edinburgh Fringe. Hincks attempts to perform a brilliant debut comedy show, but realises he may have bitten off more than he can chew. As reality falls apart around the professionally undecided comedian/actor, the audience is whisked through his dreams, nightmares and notes app. In order to find more material, Leo must encounter his darkest fears and ultimately have a showdown with his greatest enemy – himself.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 18) - 16:00
What kind of person leaves an online review for a toilet brush? What happens when you bomb a job interview at Vogue Magazine? Can you post a thirst trap on Goodreads.com? American comedian Candace Bryan answers some of the most important questions of our time in this uproarious, joke-packed hour about trying not to become a shopaholic in a world where the mall is literally in your pocket. 'Sharp wit and expertly crafted stand-up... an extraordinary talent' **** (Edinburgh-Reviews.co.uk).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17, 24) - 16:00
Must see, must hear, period! Jane has big business dreams, a mysterious illness and doctors who couldn't care less. Endometriosis: The Musical follows one woman's hilarious, infuriating and ultimately triumphant journey through a healthcare system that seems to value neither health nor care. Set to a score so catchy it'll be stuck in your head for weeks – you'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll probably do both at the same time! Winner of all three major awards at the 2022 Minnesota Fringe Festival, Endometriosis makes its Edinburgh debut. Come for the laughs. Stay for the standing ovulation!

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 11, 18, 25) 16:00
A dark Irish comedy inspired by real events, exploring justice, grief, and bingeing on junk food and Gilmore Girls. Róisín thinks she has a lot in common with Batman, well, except she's poor, not a vigilante, and instead of super-cool Gotham City, she's from the forgotten county of Fermanagh. Her dad was murdered, though... so, SNAP. Written and directed by multi award-winning Kat Woods, creator of the Edinburgh Fringe five-star, sell-out shows Belfast Boy, Wasted, Mule, KillyMuck, and Birds of Passage in the Half Light.

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 18) - 16:20
See how Mel Hudson revived her libido, courtesy of Richard Ashcroft. In 2022 Mel thinks her love life is over. She is prepared to go to her grave as a sexually redundant cat lady. Then 3 things happen: lockdown ends, the cat dies and Mel attends a momentously revitalising musical event at Crystal Palace Park Bowl. Suddenly men are not so paused. From Alan Partridge, The Catherine Tate Show, Hudson and Pepperdine. 'What an honest, funny show, cleverly insightful and life affirming' (Phil Clarke, Producer of Peep Show).

5,7,8,10,11,14,15,17,18,21,22,24,25,28,29 AUG - 16:20
Powerhouse vocals. Unfiltered comedy. Cabaret chaos. Sarah Hester Ross brings her viral songs and razor-sharp humour to a one-woman show that's part concert, part confessional and all hilarious. With over 3 million followers online, catch the internet sensation live onstage and find out what it really means to serve c*nt. Sarah Hester Ross is an internationally touring cabaret artist and viral social media creator whose musical comedy blends bold feminist takes with powerhouse vocals and sharp-as-hell satire.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 22) - 16:20
Kwami Odoom (winner: Max Turner Prize 2025) and Jack Henry (finalist: LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the Year 2025) need some help. Kwami is worried he'll be a bad father, Jack can't work out how to be gay, sane and sexy all at the same time. Two very different guys, two very different problems and not a single solution between them. They need some outside perspective. They need a support group. They need you. A sharp, honest and hilarious split-bill for anyone who's ever thought that whatever it is they're doing, they're doing it wrong.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 11, 18, 25) - 16:30
Trapped on the sleepy Scottish island of Cumbrae, seventeen-year-old Steven McPhail feels like an outsider dreading a dead-end future. He desperately needs an escape – and he's about to find it. When a dazzling encounter with a flamboyant stranger opens his eyes, Steven steps out of the shadows to embrace his authentic self. Crocodile Rock is a 'heart-rendering exploration of sexuality' (ScotsGayArts.com) and a hilarious, touching journey of self-discovery. With a soaring original score, this five-star show is a 'fabulous musical... a must-see' (The ReviewsHub.com), featuring a 'tour-de-force' (Herald) performance by Darren Brownlie.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 16:35
Back for its second year, 1 Hour of Insanity returns with brand-new performers alongside a couple of favourites from last year. This fast-paced, family-friendly show delivers non-stop chaos, jaw-dropping skills and laugh-out-loud comedy from start to finish. Blending circus, comedy and magic; this show is led by the exciting Joel Fenton, and features an all-star cast of international acts, including Tom Bolton, Miss Lily Phoenix, and Jeromaia Detto. Expect the unexpected in this hour of energetic entertainment. The perfect show for the whole family. 'A family-friendly version of La Clique' **** (WorldMagicReview,com).

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 17) - 16:40
At 17, Eva moved from Livingston to Costa Rica on her own. She dropped out of school and moved to Costa Rica a boy mad wee bam. She came back a bald lesbian without shoes. A fast, brutally funny debut about how you can take the girl out of Livingston, but maybe Costa Rica is too far. 'One of the best young acts on the Scottish circuit' (One4Review.co.uk). 'A rising star' (List). Support for Kim Blythe, Sam Nicoresti and Susie McCabe.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17, 24) - 16:40
A Black, failed writer decides to take matters into her own hands and finally control the narrative of her life. She's going to kill herself and her suicide note may be her best work yet. From TikTok wars on screens to real wars in the street, Desiree doesn't see much hope left in the world. Feeling increasingly lonely, anxious and no longer sure of her purpose, Desiree has a reckoning with God, digital spectators, and a world that confuses survival with living and performance with connection.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 19) - 17:00
Hyp Me Baby One More Time! The unmissable smash-hit comedy hypnotist is back with a 90s party hypnoshow! Multiple sell-out Fringe runs, 200 million+ views online. Enjoy from stage or audience – you choose. All-ages friendly. 'The laughter is uncontrollable!' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Fun-filled show!' ***** (One4Review.co.uk). 'Laugh until your sides hurt!' ***** (WeekendNotes.com). 'Rollicking good time' ***** (SeeDoEatReview.com). 'Spectacular silliness! Absolute feel-good must-see show' ****½ (XPressMag.com.au). Hypnotist Matt Hale is a multi award-winner, seen on Best Shows, Top 10s and Picks of the Fringe.

5 - 31 AUG - 17:00
LuluLand is a one-act musical about Lucy, a girl who has always felt out of place. When she's abducted by an alien race exactly like her, she finally finds a world built to suit her brain. In LuluLand everyone understands, everyone agrees and everyone sings the same note. But when Lucy meets Matty – a human who doesn't quite fit their system – she begins to question the comfort of perfect sameness. As the two form an unlikely connection, Lucy must decide whether belonging is worth the cost of losing what makes her different.

5 - 31 AUG 17:00
Comedian Maxx Eddy has spent his life trying to be an alpha male, despite being wimpy and bisexual. His pursuit of manliness takes him across the world to meet a Brazilian woman he met online, with predictably chaotic results. Blending stand-up and storytelling, this raucous debut explores queerness, masculinity and how the two can coexist. Maxx was named a New Face of Comedy at Montreal's Just for Laughs Festival and recently made his American TV debut on Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen.

5 - 31 AUG - 17:00
I return (again), industry plant, hat in hand, more jackets, sold out, similar. A version of a comedy show of a life manufactured, all to scale (1:1) but what if I broke it? Pockets are getting full, weighed down: stars, nominations, a urinal or a lid. Don't narrow your gaze, I'm stuck and cannot go back to your frownland. 'Post-modern yet old school... glorious' (List). 'A comic masterclass... like jazz' ***** (Scotsman). 'Clearly a case of emperor's new clothes' (Audience Review). ****** (Chortles.co.uk).

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 18) - 17:10
Winner of the first season of BBC's The Traitors, Hannah Byczkowski digs into death in her debut hour. In her hilarious, no-nonsense style, Hannah explores everything from craft projects for loved one's ashes, funeral faux pas and why she's not running from serial killers. Hannah is the co-host and creator of the hit podcast Ghost Huns with over 5 million listens and 1.3 million followers on TikTok. NTA winner. TV also includes The Stand-Up Sketch Show (ITV2) and Celebrity Weakest Link (BBC One). 'Want to howl with laughter? See Hannah. She is a comedy goddess' (Claudia Winkleman).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 17:20
Between breaking up sexual activity in the steam room and reminding people it's maybe not a great idea to wear Ugg boots on the treadmill, this pathological people-pleasing gym receptionist does the best she can to tolerate the entitled whinging and elevated testosterone, at the side job that was meant to be temporary... ten years ago. Cancel that gym membership because these 60-tabata-minutes of apologetic comedy will be sure to leave you reaching for the defib. 'This is workplace comedy at its best' ***** (TheAge.com.au).

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 17) - 17:20
Lou Reed. The lottery. Ecstasy. Prince Andrew. Punk. Barenaked Ladies. Crisps. Terry Jones. Leukaemia. Butterflies. Dizzy Gillespie's cheeks. Chance. Scat. Sunshine on Leith. Boo-bee-dee-do. Wasps. Double helix. Comedy. Dennis Hopper. Scrotums. Life. Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner, Phil Nichol is back with a brand-new show. An acclaimed actor, award-winning comedian, producer, presenter, writer and musician, there is no end to his talent. As seen on The Graham Norton Show (BBC One) and Never Mind the Buzzcocks (BBC Two). ***** (Scotsman). ***** (List).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 6, 10) - 17:30
Cameron Gibson, Elliot Bibby and Luke Osey return for their fourth year as Insane Magic, bigger and more spectacular than ever before! Following multiple sell-out seasons, the trio present a fun-filled hour of jaw-dropping magic for everyone! Now in a larger venue; expect incredible new illusions, high-energy performances, and plenty of moments of wonder. With international acclaim and five-star reviews, Insane Magic has been hailed as 'truly a global phenomenon' ***** (WorldMagicReview.com). This is world-class magic that will leave the entire family amazed, laughing and believing in the impossible.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) 17:30
Sam Morrison (Late Night With Seth Meyers, Comedy Central) follows smash-hit Sugar Daddy with DUCK, a science-obsessed attack on the human ego. He questions why everything – his Judaism, therapy and Grindr – have never worked for him. Using ducks with spiral vaginas and dick-throwing octopuses as a guide, Sam spirals through a punchline-packed evolutionary existential crisis searching for answers. 'Arch sass and polished panache' (New York Times). 'Superb' (Guardian). 'Morrison has everything... under masterful control' ***** (WhatsOnStage.com). 'Head-thrown-back funny' (TheDailyBeast.com). ***** (BroadwayWorld.com). ***** (LondonTheatreReviews.co.uk). ***** (BroadwayBaby.com). ***** (LondonTheatre1.com). ***** (NorthWestEnd.co.uk).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 17:30
Calling all Dungeons & Dragons fans! Tartan Tabletop are back after their biggest ever year at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Get ready for improvised comedy at the roll of a dice as our four heroes blunder their way through an adventure like no other – aided by the weird and wonderful Noblin the Goblin, played by a different guest star comedian every night! Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the world of tabletop gaming, this show was made for you. Roll for initiative!

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 18) - 17:40
Edinburgh debut from BBC New Comedy Award 2025 semi-finalist, Leicester Square Theatre New Comedian of the Year 2025 finalist and So You Think You're Funny? 2024 finalist, Fab Goualin. A show about being mixed-race, middle class, and misunderstood. Growing up, Fab often being the only person of colour in the room meant a lifetime of awkward assumptions, accidental anthropology, and people confidently explaining his own identity to him. Too "something" for certain crowds, not "something enough" for others, he became a master of the code-switch. But the real confusion wasn't just external, it was internal.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17,24) - 17:40
Jenny meets her favourite A-List celebrity in Costa and they instantly fall in love. She knows that they are meant to be, but some jealous sceptics don't seem to agree. How far will she go in the name of love? Parasocial Activity is a dark comedy exploring parasocial relationships in the digital age. Praise for previous work: 'A triumph' **** (BroadwayBaby.com), 'Martha had my attention instantly' ***** (EdFringeReview.com), 'An intricately written, impeccably acted, and perfectly pitched piece of Fringe theatre' ***** (BingeFringe.com).

5 - 17 AUG - 17:40
Yvette's not like other girls. She's a guy's girl. She's going to spend an hour failing the Bechdel Test by doing jokes about a variety of topics including but not limited to situationships, gun violence and her dad. You'll laugh and maybe gasp if she crosses a line by accident and then wins you back after that, but you definitely won't cry!!

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 18) - 18:00
In just a few short years, Alan Jay has become one of Scottish comedy's most exciting newcomers. Acclaimed for taking a life fraught with adversity and turning it into sharp punchlines, clever writing and topping it all off with his happy-go-lucky style and charisma. Much like his life, Alan's comedy pulls no punches, and this long-awaited debut will showcase the Leicester Square New Comedian finalist and BBC New Comedy Awards semi-finalist at his most real, raw and refined yet!

5 - 29 AUG (NOT 17) - 18:00
After a sellout debut Edinburgh 2023 show, Fiona Allen star of Smack The Pony returns with her new show White Lies. Fiona needs a perfect lie to avoid her pet hate of social gatherings. Running out of time and patience she encounters every obstacle a day can throw at her. It all threatens to derail her quest to find the perfect lie. She must confront her worst fear: her neighbours party. It's a fate worse than death and the clock is ticking. She's going to have to war-game it. Honestly. 'Punchlines delivered with cutting execution' (Scotsman).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 18) - 18:00
Drew Lausch grew up gay in Fargo, North Dakota. So he did what any emotionally stable teenager would do: invented the world's first gay superhero. Years later, he's still trying to save himself. Friendliest is a dark, funny and quietly devastating solo show about first love, small-town repression and the creative impulse to rewrite your own origin story. Blending biting stand-up with raw storytelling, Drew unpacks the boy he hurt, the hero he built, and the mess in between. It's sharp, intimate and occasionally feral. Written and performed by Drew Lausch. Directed by Jenny Leon.

5 - 31 AUG - 18:05
Extra Lives is the world's first live-scored audience RPG... and YOU control the adventure. Vote to decide what happens next while a live band performs the soundtrack in real time! Inspired by classic video games, Extra Lives blends live music, storytelling and interactive gameplay into an epic journey where anything can happen. Three different Extra Lives adventures run throughout Fringe; each performance unfolds differently depending on the audience's decisions, unlocking new story paths, twists and endings. Come back, make different decisions and experience a new quest. To the next level!

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 13, 24) - 18:20
Nicole lands a ghost-writing job for a major true crime podcaster. Should be easy, right? She's intelligent and doesn't care about rising through the ranks. Besides, she has her own hidden agenda. But as the boundaries between ethics, ambition and self-preservation blur, Nicole finds herself overly invested and increasingly implicated in the very systems she is questioning. Big Dog is a dark comedy which interrogates the true crime industry, influencer culture and workplace politics. It asks who gets to tell certain stories, who profits from them, and who ultimately bears the emotional consequences.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 12, 19, 26) - 18:20
Convent. Clown. Communion. An absurd journey through religion and the body, Nun Slut is a delightful mashup of physical comedy, sketch and cabaret. Join "fearless" performer Claire Robin in her multi award-winning hour of critically acclaimed chaos. Nun? Slut? It's a spectrum. We're all on it. 'Wildly comic... a must-see' ***** (List). Winner: Best Comedy, Sydney Fringe 2025. Winner: Best Comedy Weekly Award, Adelaide Fringe 2025. Winner: Best Comedy, Newcastle Fringe 2026. Winner: Hollywood Fringe Tour Ready Award, Sydney Fringe 2025.

5 - 31 AUG - 18:20
Realising that his life is going nowhere, a man decides to go out in a mask and pick fights with random people on the street. He knows it's reckless and amoral, but he doesn't care – it's liberating. He feels like a "man". And as he gets a taste for it, the consequences of these bouts soon come back to bite him. Tap Out! is a dramedy story about violence, masculinity and morality; an examination of identity, purpose and male loneliness. It's Fight Club meets Fleabag meets James Graham's Punch.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 18:30
A performance revue like you'll never get in an office, this riotous workplace satire takes on the ridiculous in the form of the blues, rap, plainchant and more to see what's not meeting expectations. Covering off transparent coworker communications, DEI, the human-AI showdown and endless restructuring, the show was the runaway hit of NZ International Comedy Festival 2024, and has just completed a triumphant Australian tour. Gather your coworkers and get to this close-to-the-bone work! 'A comic triumph' ***** (GlamAdelaide.com.au). 'Powerful' ****½ (TheUpsideNews.com, Adelaide). 'An instantly relatable gem' **** (List).

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 17) - 18:30
As the sun sets, a new antihero awakens. Calling all big-hearted heroes! Award-winning comedian Juliette Burton is summoning YOU. Join the dark side in a comedy quest for grown-up geeks and justice-hungry joy seekers ready to battle the REAL dragons: inequality and bad sex lives. It's time to iron out the kinks! Burton brings armour of hard truths, high fantasy and hilarity. Live nerdgasms possible. 'Fun, fabulous, relatable, and a safe space for nerds. **** (Edinburgh-Reviews.co.uk). Praise for previous shows: 'Hilarious' ***** (EdFestMag.com). 'Marvellous' ***** (StarburstMagazine.com). ***** (VoiceMag.uk). ***** (FemaleArts.wordpress.com). 'Fringe favourite' (Guardian). 'Fringe legend' (FringeReview.co.uk).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 18) - 18:40
Stand-up meets storytelling in this unflinching and darkly funny solo show from comedian Krystyna Hutchinson. Raised by a mentally ill mother and an emotionally distant father, Krystyna confronts the moment she realizes her parents weren't the heroes she imagined them to be. Blending sharp comedy with raw honesty, the show explores childhood trauma, going no-contact, and the complicated freedom that follows. Featuring audio from a real psychic medium reading, this is a bold, cathartic voyage through grief, anger and radical self-reclamation.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 18:50
Ireland's megastar Shane Daniel Byrne is back. 'He storms a room' (Tommy Tiernan). You're invited along to Shane for an hour of fast paced and heartfelt stand-up comedy. All his mates are having babies but Shane's just having the craic! Is that so wrong? Baby This Time is set to be Shane's most personal show to date. A show about what makes a man who can't make a baby. 'My favourite new Irish comedian for many years' (David O'Doherty). 'Shane Daniel Byrne is my favourite' (Irish Examiner). **** (BroadwayWorld.com). 'Superb as always' ***** (GCN.ie).

5 - 31 (NOT 18) AUG - 19:00
Is fatherhood REAL or is it a lie made up by BIG childhood to sell MORE therapy? Join Adi Parmar (gay), as he recalls his unforgettable childhood in North India (India) and his unexpected fatherhood in North Holland (Netherlands) and makes sense of it all using the best medicine there is: Laughter (hahaha). 'Love, forgiveness and growth, all wrapped around with humour.' ***** (List). Winner Best Emerging Artist Adelaide Fringe 2026 weekly award. Soho Theatre London: Comedy Plus Lab 2025 Alumni. Newbie Comedian of the Year (Netherlands) 2024.

5 - 30 (NOT 17) AUG - 19:00
After a lifetime of anxiety, complex PTSD, and low self-esteem, Melbourne International Comedy Festival Best Newcomer Frankie McNair is finally done making themselves small. So now whenever self-doubt creeps in, they ask themselves one simple question: “What would someone with a huge ass do in this situation?” A chaotic love letter to comedy, delusional optimism, resilience & becoming the ass you want to see in the world! Most Outstanding Show nominee, Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2026. “A proud, powerful and hilarious show” ★★★★★ Chortle. “Fearless, funny and unexpectedly moving” ★★★★★ Glam Adelaide. ★★★★ List.

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 17) - 19:00
Joe Casey and Pierce Higgins present a split-bill stand-up show from two of the Scottish scene's fastest rising stars. Joe Casey has been shortlisted for the BBC New Comedy Awards while Pierce Higgins has supported Paddy McDonnell, Stuart McPherson and Gary Faulds on tour.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 19:00
Sold out Fringe run 2025 and Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow nominee 2025 and 2026. CLUES – Single Item (1) Foolish Bird (5,5) Onstage Routine (5,2) Stage Presentation (4)

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17, 24) 19:00
Two nights before Christmas, an Edinburgh granny, her boyfriend, her son and her one-year-old grandson rob Smedley's of Stockbridge (a butcher's shop in a wealthy Edinburgh neighbourhood) of all its best cuts. The heist is on! Will they get caught, will Christmas be cancelled, will they be in prison before the King's speech? Or will they get away scot-free with the meat theft of the century? Previous reviews: 'Quentin Tarantino meets Irvine Welsh' **** (Scotsman). 'Phenomenal' **** (Stage). 'A firecracker of a show' **** (Herald). 'Utterly hilarious' **** (List). 'Fantastic, gripping and gritty' ***** (Edinburgh Evening News).

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 17, 24) - 19:20
At a queer community event, an "inspirational" elder steps up to deliver the speech everyone expects: warm, wise and reassuring. Instead, he tells the truth. Funny, furious and deeply human, this solo show tumbles through 1970s Toronto bars, police raids, bathhouses, AIDS wards and the polished cruelty of rainbow capitalism. Friends are lost, old compromises resurface and survival proves messier than nostalgia allows. This is a sharp, unsentimental reckoning with queer history, intergenerational memory and what it really means to live long enough to watch your identity become marketable.

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 18) - 19:20
The Academy invites you to witness every single movie the Carrivick siblings ever made between 1995-2001... ish. Digitised, dramatised and unlawfully re-edited into a kaleidoscopic hour of nostalgic cinematic characters. This BBC New Comedy Award and Sketch Off finalist is 'gearing up to conquer' (Dawn French). A 'fun hour' (Chortle.co.uk) from an 'extremely likeable and engaging performer' (ThePhoenixRemix.com) and a 'Masterclass' ***** (GetYourCoatsOn.com). Directed by the award-winning Elf Lyons. Expect parody, pastiche and popcorn.

5 - 16 AUG 19:30
Join television presenter, author, actor and singer Tom Read Wilson (Celebs Go Dating, I'm A Celebrity: Get Me Out of Here) for A-Z of Me – an irreverent, whistle-stop tour of the alphabet. The alphabet reveals the revue – and Tom – letter by letter, word by word: Through songs and sonnets, through stories and smut, this A to Z of Tom is the perfect prism through which to learn about this logophile and a delicious slice of theatre.

5 - 17 AUG - 19:40
Following a run of sold-out London shows, musical comedy star Alice Keys brings her one-woman Elton John sing-along romcom to Edinburgh. Expect silliness, glittering glasses and plenty of (optional) singalongs drawn from Elton's iconic back catalogue. Where will Alice's yellow brick road lead her? Will her story end happily ever after? Will her costumes fit behind the piano? Find out at Rocket Fan, 60 feel-good minutes of love, story and laughter.

5 - 31 AUG - 19:40
An unmissable line-up of fresh talent starring Reb Day, Joel Walker and Rachel Porter – finalists from the UK's biggest new comedy competition! See the best emerging comedians before they become household names. Previous winners and finalists from the competition include: Aisling Bea, Tommy Tiernan, Maisie Adam, Peter Kay, Lee Mack, Fern Brady, Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan, Sara Pascoe, Daniel Sloss and many more. 'Showcasing the stand-up stars of the future' (Comedy.co.uk).

 5 - 17 AUG 19:40
Award-winning Nordic comedian Pernille Haaland (HBO Max, Netflix, Discovery) returns diving even further below zero. From the surreal experience of gigging for NATO to navigating life as a single woman, Haaland finds herself at war – not with tanks (yet), but with culture and anyone judging her thermal underwear. Time Out calls her 'hilarious' – and audiences around the world agree. Pernille Haaland proves that when the world heats up, the best thing to do is keep a very cool head.
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5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17, 24) 19:40
When? The dawn of time. Who? Two upstart planet designers pitching their idea for a brand new planet called Earth. Weaving together sketches, songs and improv, this show provides the audience a sneak peek at the exciting features of their proposed planet: rocks, cracks, pain, religion, microplastics, brand momentum and more. As sketch duo Spooky Dookie, Claire McFadden and Maureen Monahan have written and performed sketch shows all over America. Their combined credits include SNL, Jackbox Games, The Second City Mainstage, JFL Shorts, the Onion, Showtime, Comedy Central, Dropout and Good Mythical Morning.

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 17, 24) - 19:45
Sexy sports stars burn up the ice in this funny, filthy spoof of hockey's hottest romance. A full-scale musical packed with songs, sex jokes, scandal and more pucking innuendos than should legally fit in one show. Lovingly parodying the show that had audiences swooning, blushing and caring about hockey for the first time. From Quick and Funny Musicals, the cult Upright Citizens Brigade LA creators known for turning pop culture obsessions into chaotic comedy musicals, this is an affectionate, outrageous musical send-up of passion, repression and the perfect foreplay to the rest of your night.

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 12, 19, 26) - 19:50
An exciting crowd-work show where the audience decide who gets married today, by the end of the show! You have the power, using our app, to decide who is getting married! Our comedians will find out what the audience is really like while you get to decide who makes the perfect pairing and decide who is going to get Married at Fringe (first) Sight! From the team that The Guardian called 'an institution' and Attitude Magazine called 'hilariously funny... inspirational'. 'A true masterclass in crowd work' (NorthWestEnd.co.uk). Don't forget your hat!

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 11, 18, 25) - 20:00
Secrets, songs and love lives of five legendary divas! Three make-up girls bitch, compete, harmonise and laugh as they entertain us with hilarious, heartbreaking, irreverent tales from the dressing rooms of Dolly, Doris, Judy, Liza and the filthiest Julie Andrews ever to grace the boards. Starring Gail Watson and featuring stories of backstage mammas, absent fathers, gay husbands, flunked auditions and sublime singing. 'Witty, impressive, rapturous' ***** (Glasgow Herald). 'A wonderful night at the theatre' ***** (AllEdinburghTheatre.com). 'Hilarious and heartbreaking with a soundtrack to die for' (Graham Norton).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 20:00
A deep dive into the shocking world of heterosexuality! They walk among us!! But where did they come from? And what do they think they're wearing? Find out in this explosive solo show based on undercover research gathered while posing as one of their own! Combining storytelling, satire and deep personal humiliation, The Heterosexuals are here to spill the T on what The Queers really think about The Straights. 'Comic genius' ***** (Irish Times). 'Electric stage presence' ***** (TheReviewsHubs.com). 'Fringe's best... Exquisitely energetic' (Orlando Sentinel). Winner: Outstanding Theatre Award (FringeReview.co.uk). Winner: English Comedy Award (Montreal Fringe).

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 11, 18, 25) - 20:20
Welcome to the unhinged, razor-sharp, fluorescent universe of Charlene Kaye: guitar god, internet legend and 'breakout comedy star' (Rolling Stone). This Fringe, she will debut her brand-new show: Diversity Shredder! A madcap tour of Charlene's experience as an Asian woman guitar shredder – from trolling men in Guitar Center, to standing behind white pop stars just to get that bag, to starting endless all-girl cover bands like Guns N' Hoses and Labiahead. Being an Asian female guitar shredder is fun if you're a menace.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 11, 18, 25) - 20:20
Showman, jester, attention chaser, Christopher Hall is back with his sparkling new show Pizazz. Come along on the dream night out, he'll give you a hilariously fun soirée and you'll be tucked up in bed at a sensible time. Instantly recognisable from iconic Background Singer videos with Sugababes, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Shania Twain and the Stay Hydrated podcast, Chris (1.2M Instagram and TikTok followers) is back IRL with his brilliantly hilarious stand-up show with a high possibility of an outbreak of dancing. 'Brilliantly relatable and funny' **** (Edinburgh Festivals Magazine). **** (EdFringeReview.com). ***** (BroadwayBaby.com).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 20:20
What does it take to become a legend? Fuelled by pork scratchings and a lust for glory, 2025's So You Think You're Funny? winner Madeleine Brettingham presents her highly anticipated debut hour of stand-up, exploring what growing up in a world of booze-soaked bad behaviour taught her about how man becomes myth. Praised for her "distinctive worldview" (Chortle), "tight and gag packed" writing (Bruce Dessau), and "knack for blending offbeat observations with pacey, unexpected punchlines" (List). "One of the best joke writers in comedy today." (Frankie Boyle).

5 - 30 AUG - 20:20
2025 ISH Best Show nominee. Come and see a one-of-a-kind at this year's Fringe: a self-loathing middle class person telling jokes. After earning a number of positive reviews from audiences and critics alike in 2025, Ruaridh returns with a brand-new hour covering topics such as gentrification, middle-class pets, hair loss, religion in football and people called Maureen. 'The audience loved him' (One4Review.co.uk). 'Sharp writing and natural charisma' (Comedy.co.uk). **** (One4Review.co.uk, BroadwayBaby.com, TheRealChrisParkle.com).

5 - 31 AUG - 20:30
Emmy and Golden-Globe winning comedian Guy Branum goes on a joke-dense slide show journey through religion and science arguing that he, as a clinically obese gay man, does not serve any practical purpose. Guy recruits his audience to look at the origins of homophobia and anti-fat bias and asks how correct they might be. He uses this journey to explore how we tell stories about people traditionally ignored, why he's bad at telling stories, the 1984 Tony Awards, the first and only time he's been in love, and, of course, the biology and evolution of fruit.

5 - 20 AUG 20:30
Grammy Award-winning US music artist Michelle Shocked brings her brand new show to the Fringe (Her first UK shows in eight years). Blending music with memoir, Bootleg This! offers audiences a unique, live encounter with the stories behind the songs. Forty years after her legendary bootleg debut – surviving a 13-year blacklist – the Grammy winner returns with a vengeance. The show connects directly with the release of her audio memoir, Bootleg This! A fiercely original voice shaped by Texas folk, blues, with storytelling and spiritual conviction.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 19) - 20:40
Playful, chaotic clowning meets existential confusion as one man desperately tries to make sense of life. Perpetually derailed, deluded and paralysed by overwhelm, Big Loz Dodd arrives to do something very special indeed – something that might just deliver the kind of profound insight that shakes our contemporary situation to its core. Blending performance art and contemporary clowning, This Can't Be It is a semi-improvised, feverish and open-hearted exploration of how we stay open to the mystery when everything is closing us down. Directed by Lara Ricote, with Rachael Dobbie on tech.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 12, 18, 25) - 20:40
A clown (Sevrin Willinder) needs the audience's help to deliver letters across time and space. Through joyful participation, you are invited to embrace the unexpected, explore the beauty of human connection, and make sure the postman completes his galaxy-spanning paper route. A new show from Devon Loves ME! Productions (Melissa Ingle and Sevrin Willinder).

5 - 18 AUG - 21:00
Henry VIII has returned to the land of the living to discover he is exclusively remembered as that bloke with six wives. So there was only one thing for it. Henry is clearing his name in a musical drag extravaganza. Featuring parodies of songs by Meatloaf, Celine Dion, Ed Sheeran and more, this bonkers show explores the lesser known side of the Tudor king. Inspired by the drag performers of the Victorian Music Hall, melodramatic rock music and musical theatre, EIGHT is a parody musical written and performed by Hannah Clift.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17, 24) - 21:00
Aussie comedian Joshua Hauville presents a spectacular comedy cabaret that shares the story of a gay Australian trying to make it as a creative superstar in the piss-ridden streets of Paris. Like Emily in Paris but gay and broke, told through a camp blend of stand-up, cabaret and clowny burlesque. After touring the show throughout Australia, Europe and the UK, this show is glitzier, grungier and gayer than ever. Join Joshy as he braves a slew of ridiculous scenarios. Will he triumph over Paris, or will France smoke this fag just like every other?

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 17,24) - 21:00
Your favourite movies translated badly. Each night, we take a different classic film script, run it through an online translator a dozen times and then read the results live on stage in character! The final twist is that the guest stars read the scripts on stage for the first time. To get the most enjoyment, we recommend you watch the film beforehand.
Wed 5 Aug - Twilight
Thurs 6 Aug - Mean Girls
Fri 7 Aug - Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
Sat 8 Aug - Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring
Sun 9 Aug - Jurassic Park
Mon 10 Aug - Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Tue 11 Aug - Back to the Future
Wed 12 Aug - Twilight
Thurs 13 Aug - The Mummy (1999)
Fri 14 Aug - Titanic
Sat 15 Aug - Love Actually
Sun 16 Aug - Pirates of The Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl
Tue 18 Aug - Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
Wed 19 Aug - Ghostbusters
Thurs 20 Aug - Twilight
Fri 21 Aug - Mean Girls
Sat 22 Aug - James Bond: Casino Royale
Sun 23 Aug - Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
Tue 25 Aug - Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Wed 26 Aug - Jurassic Park
Thurs 27 Aug - Pirates of The Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl
Fri 28 Aug - Love Actually
Sat 29 Aug - Titanic
Sun 30 Aug - Lord of the Rings: Return of the King

5 - 10 AUG, 21:00
Mark Maier's Jewvenile is one hilarious Jewish stand-up show. Former Jewish Performer of The Year, this award-winning comedian covers many topics in his very personal show from death, cushions and a Victoria Sponge to blue badges and the tricky business of wife swapping. A one-hour show so plenty of time to eat before and after! 'The laughter starts early and never lets up' (JewishNews.co.uk). 'One of the UK"s top Jewish comedians' (Jewish Chronicle). 'Playful, intelligent and very funny' (Rory Bremner).

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 17) - 21:00
Since coming to England from Iran in 1980, if Patrick had £1 for every time someone called him a terrorist, he'd have enough money to run his own terrorist organisation. He has more in common with Freddie Mercury than Hezbollah. He has had visas turned down, extra checks and restricted access. He has 60 minutes to prove: I'm not a terrorist. 'His kind of funny is an irresistible force' (Scotsman). 'Monahan is clever, very funny and hugely likeable' (Scottish Field) 'Has his audiences in stitches from the off' ****½ (One4Review.co.uk).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17, 25) 21:00
In her 20s, Tia took enough psychedelics to frighten a shaman – mushrooms, acid, ayahuasca – and somehow came out the other side more herself than ever. This show is a funny, honest, scientific exploration through the dangers and discoveries of the wild medicines that cracked her open. Equal parts cautionary tale and spiritual stand-up.

5 - 31 AUG 21:10
Mark made his fortune in gold trading and now wants to enjoy this success with other successful friends across film, music, circus, and jugglers. Just like Graham Norton show. As seen in Mandy by Dianne Morgan, Joe Lycett's Got Your Back (Channel 4) and Uncle Shady in Man Like Mobeen by Guz Khan. 'Mark Silcox, the long-reigning king of gold-plated anti-comedy, strikes again on his Fringe return' ***** (Skinny). ***** (AYoungishPerspective.co.uk). **** (Scotsman). **** (Chortle). **** (ToDoList.org.uk).

5 - 30 AUG - 21:15
Returning after a sold-out run! Your favourite fabulously dysfunctional family is back... but they've taken a wrong turn into Crapp's River! This outrageous, unauthorized musical parody of the beloved Schitt's Creek follows Moira, Johnny, David and Alexis facing their most over-the-top challenge yet: surviving small-town chaos again, but worse! As the town gears up for the Crapp's River Bicentennial Parade, one question looms: who will be crowned Grand Marshal? Relive an original episode featuring original songs, ridiculous plot twists and all the family drama you never knew you needed.

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 17) - 21:20
Making his Edinburgh debut, Emmy-nominated comedian Brendan Scannell descends into the depths of his brain, where his Irish mother is a life coach who is obsessed with death, his bipolar brother is psychically communicating with Gwyneth Paltrow and his inner child is a total asshole. Brendan starred in the Netflix dark comedy Bonding and Paramount's TV adaptation of Heathers. He was a Just For Laughs New Face of Stand-up and has headlined at Netflix is a Joke and NY Comedy Festival. The Abyss is a love letter to chaotic families everywhere.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 18) - 21:40
(No) Refunds is an interactive game show play hosted by Tiffany Gold, an old-school American host and model presenter all-in-one who quite literally depends on your entertainment. One premium ticket holder, dubbed the Star Player for the evening, will compete in three games designed to amuse the audience and showcase their talents. Only those best-suited to handle the demands of stardom will walk away with a full refund. Do you have what it takes?

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 17) - 21:40
A story about loss, grief and the meaning of life, Psycho should be a slow, plodding, tear-jerker of an hour. Instead, join Jamie as he shares an uproariously funny, heartwarming and life-affirming outlook on tragedy. One of Time Out's Comics to Watch 2025, Jamie Wolf is a comedian, writer, actor and former opiate user with a penchant for tackling dark and taboo subjects with a dynamic stage presence that not only makes it work, but makes it kill.

5 - 17 AUG - 21.40
A show about Stephen's jobs. Stephen Colfer, creator of Dreamgun Film Reads, looks back on twenty years of taking side jobs to support his main job (comedy). Somewhere between alphabetising CDs, demoing tech that doesn't work, saying one line in two films and having one hundred trainee doctors practice on his ears, he hopes to answer the question: Where does Stephen end, and jobs begin?

5 - 18 AUG - 21:05
20th anniversary of the 2006 Edinburgh Comedy Award winning show. The unhinged re-telling of an Amsterdam trip gone wrong ending with an epiphany of epic proportions. 'You won't see many comedy shows that actually exert g-force. Exhilarating, incredibly funny and clever' (Scotsman). 'This is a show that makes you laugh and think while you are watching and then wakes you up in the night to laugh and think again' (Scotsman). 'Mind-blowing. Infectious joy' ***** (Scotland on Sunday).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 18, 25) - 21:50
If the friend who talked you out of suicide killed himself, is it still possible to live like there IS a tomorrow? The acclaimed writer, actor, comedian and radio host returns to the Fringe to reveal the truth behind his online persona, one very public yearlong mistake, that one fateful appearance on Joe Rogan and tying the final knot. Robin Williams said 'he has the spark that energized my conscience'. Critics have called him 'the Second Coming', 'audacious', 'special' and 'almost poetic', while his Mom said, 'I'm surprised he's not dead'.

5 - 30 AUG - 22:00
Come play the legendary Fringe live-action videogame! Win money or ya die! New deathtraps for 2026! The Dark Room fuses improv, gaming and stand-up into the Fringe's most deranged gameshow! Sold out 2019-2025. Best-reviewed comedy show of Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025 (Comedy.co.uk). 'Hilarious' (Independent). 'Rocky Horror for nerds... I howled' **** (Telegraph). 'Not to be missed' (Guardian). Viral on TikTok and Instagram, as seen at Glastonbury, Download, PAX, MCM Comic Con and on national UK tour. Winner: Legends of Lockdown Chortle Award. Nominated: Best International Act, NZ International Comedy Festival 2025. Find out more: thejohnrobertson.com.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 11, 18, 25) 22:00
Documentary maker and musician Sarah turns the lens on herself in this 'poignant and powerful cabaret' (TheIrishWorld.com), blending storytelling, live music and song. From her childhood on the Irish border in Derry to international success, she explores identity, family dysfunction and survival through the music of Bowie, Bush, Weill, Sondheim and Kander and Ebb, alongside her own work. 'Even a little bit of McGuinness is good for you' (MusicalTheatreReview.com). 'The epitome of female glamour and strength' (Readers Digest).

5 - 31 AUG 22:00
This show is a celebration of useless and delicious things such as art, music and cake. Things that have no practical application whatsoever. Not sensible, smart and efficient things, but things that are pleasurable in the moment and then gone, like a symphony or a piece of chocolate. Join Sjur Hjeltnes as he tries to explain the meaning of life in broken English, strolling with the sun in his back, a glass in hand, taking you on a musical exploration of pleasure and happiness, completely contrary to the Norwegian Health Board recommendations.

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 22:00
Sophia Wren is an electrifying Irish stand-up whose comedy crackles with intelligence and heart. Drawing on family folklore, modern dating disasters and the beautifully absurd realities of Irish life, she crafts tightly written sets that feel both personal and universal. Her stage presence is warm yet mischievous, inviting audiences to laugh at the chaos of adulthood while finding unexpected tenderness in the punchlines. Whether commanding a packed theatre or an intimate club, she delivers fearless crowd work, sharp social commentary and stories that spiral hilariously before snapping back with precision.

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 10,17,24) - 22:15
The critically acclaimed, sell out, unmissable late-night hit is back, bigger than ever! Join Jake Bhardwaj and "celebrity" guests for the most chaotic, high-energy quiz show in town. Expect music, comedy, interactive bonus rounds and surprise appearances. 'I can confidently say this is the best show I've seen' ***** (GetYourCoatsOn.com). 'You leave feeling like you have just been at the greatest... late-night party' ***** (BroadwayBaby.com). 'Breathless, non-stop fun' ***** (Ralph Magazine). 'One of the most entertaining and mad things I've seen' (Joe Lycett). 'One of those rare shows that makes controlled chaos look effortless' (Jordan Gray).

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 12, 19, 26) - 22:20
A mixed-bill line-up of the best LGBTQ+ stand-up comedians from across the Fringe from the UK's first LGBTQ+ stand-up comedy club, The Queer Comedy Club. Fresh from our two TV series on OUTtv we're bringing you an incredible line-up of different queer comedians every night, including TV comedians and rising stars. In the past we've had Larry Dean, Sarah Keyworth, Kemah Bob, Felicity Ward and more! You never know who you're going to see! 'Inspirational' (Attitude). 'An institution of London's LGBTQ+ scene' (Guardian).

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 18) - 22:20
Leave after the first lie. That's what everyone says, isn't it? It's good advice. Because it's a lot harder to leave after the second. Or the third. With her marriage imploding, Alix makes a final, desperate attempt to keep it all together by... posting a nude. On the internet. (She doesn't show her face, she's not insane). Overnight, she finds herself catapulted into a world of kink, curiosity and – unexpectedly – the support of a community she never knew existed.

5 - 31 AUG - 22:20
IKEA WARS is back! It's time once again to enter the flat pack thunderdome! Two Fringe performers go head-to-head in the ultimate home improvement indignity – building IKEA furniture. The challenge is simple: build the piece of furniture before your opponent does. Is it a race? Yes! Is it a game show? Also, yes! A plethora of chaotic sabotages are on hand to ensure that the road to glory is paved with pitfalls! Build the furniture. Survive the sabotages. Be crowned the Champion of Sweden!* *title not officially recognised by the Swedish government. Let's build!

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 18) - 22:30
You know them from Netflix, Comedy Central, HBO and Amazon Prime, and from historic stages like The Hollywood Improv and The Comedy Store. Back again after their two smash sold-out Fringe runs and UK tour, a hilarious rotating lineup featuring some of the hottest new voices in American independent stand-up comedy. Civilisation is crumbling. The world is on fire. Time for a joke.

5 - 12, 23 - 30 AUG 22:30
Shit Arcade is a comedy show in which a panel of comedians are forced to play and roast some of the worst games of all time live on stage. From ET for the Atari 2600 to Little Britain for the PlayStation 2, the games in each show are random, but the pain is merciless. Some audience members will even get the chance to play and help comedians beat levels in these terrible games – and maybe even take them home!

5 - 30 AUG (NOT 19) - 22:40
A chaotic, chronically online, sketch comedy version of the Oscars. You'll meet all the usual award ceremony characters – hosts, winners, fashion correspondents and Stephen Graham. We explore this year's best documentaries, celebrate the celebrities we lost in 2025 (and predict those we'll lose in 2026) and even enjoy some lovely adverts. A statement on behalf of Chuck'n'Jeck: Whilst surprised, Chuck'n'Jeck are honoured to have been asked to host this year's Oscars. Please respect our privacy at this time whilst we learn, listen and digest this information and listen and learn with our families. x

5 - 31 AUG (NOT 11, 18, 25) 22:45
Since Heated Rivalry graced our screens, there's been a collective yearning throughout the world. That yearning comes to the stage with Puck Bunnies: A Heated Rivalry Drag Musical Parody show that's definitely not associated with the TV show. From tuna melts to Rozanov's bodacious booty, we'll see you at the cottage... or in this case, The Gilded Balloon..

6 - 30 AUG (NOT 12, 19, 26) - 13:15
Returning to Fringe following sell-out 2023 debut and London transfer. Based on the life of Simon Wiesenthal, who survived the Holocaust and devoted the rest of his life to bringing Nazi war criminals to justice. Filled with hope, humanity and humour, it is the story of an ordinary man who did extraordinary things. Intelligent, flawed and noble, Wiesenthal's heroism is honoured in this play which takes place on his final working day in his Vienna office in 2003. By Tom Dugan, performed by Christopher C Gibbs, directed by Mark Liebert. 'Impeccably conceived' ***** (Scotsman). 'Immaculately constructed' ***** (BroadwayBaby.com).

6 - 16 AUG (NOT 10) - 15:40
Born in New York City, Alexis is forced to follow his family to... rural Germany. Trapped in a culture clash, discovering pop divas online is his salvation: Céline, Whitney, Mariah, Beyoncé, Aretha... you name 'em, he got 'em. With 10 original songs, Alexis shares the queer joy in becoming a stan (a super-duper-uber fan). But stanning has limits. Somehow being obsessed with women makes you... g-gAy?! News to me... Can Alexis stan himself, conquer the German bullies and find the diva within? A campy, queer, heartfelt hour of musical comedy. Bo Burnham, but gay!

6 - 30 AUG (NOT 12, 19, 26) - 16:15
Three amateur archaeologists... One fedora... A whole lot of snakes. Join our fearless troupe as they parody the legendary Indiana Jones trilogy live on stage! Brand-new breakneck comedy of chaos by and starring Daniel Clarkson (co-creator of Potted Potter and Panto, director of Biff To The Future) and Brendan Murphy (creator of FRIEND and Buffy Revamped), joined on stage by a female Indy. Directed by Olivier nominee Owen Lewis. Armed only with sheer misplaced confidence, can this heroic adventure stay on the mine-cart rails? Buy the ticket, take the ride and find out whether... you have chosen wisely.

6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30 AUG - 16:20
Celebrating the milestones nobody throws a shower for... until now. Join comedians Sarah Hester Ross (all the way from Las Vegas) and David Ian (all the way from London) for live recordings of This Is My Baby. Their new podcast celebrates achievements that don't come with a ring or a registry. Because not all life milestones are weddings or babies; some are quitting a job, surviving a year, or finally choosing yourself. Featuring engaging interviews and real stories, we give flowers to the wins that usually get a polite nod instead of a party.

6 - 30 AUG (NOT 12, 19, 26) - 17:05
Feel-good comedy brings you the beloved characters, romance and action of Tom Cruise's aerial blockbuster, alongside the heartfelt story of father and son superfans. Can Maverick and best friend Goose beat Iceman to the Top Gun trophy? Can instructor Charlie order drinks without anyone singing at her? Can one Fringe First-winning nerd reenact the movie's signature dogfights – alone? This very unauthorised parody marks 40 years since Top Gun's cinema release – essential viewing for Top Gun veterans and rookies alike. From creators of international smash Yippee Ki Yay. 'Epically entertaining' **** (Times). 'Lovely, witty, delicious' ***** (Independent).

6 - 30 AUG (NOT 12, 19, 26) - 17:55
From down under to the top of the podium! The riveting true story of Cadel Evans, the only Australian to win the Tour de France. Returning after a sold-out 2025 premiere, Connor Delves delivers a powerhouse performance, pedalling live on the actual bike Evans rode to victory. Grit, storytelling and heart-pounding energy combine in a breathtaking theatrical ride. A high-octane homage to endurance, ambition and sportmanship. 'Delves is magnificent and brings Cadel to life in a grueling physical performance' (TheatreWeekly.com). 'Vivid, compelling energy. A tour de force of the Tour de France' (Scotsman).

6 - 30 AUG (NOT 12, 19, 26) - 18:45
Arthur Hull returns with an updated version of his blockbusting musical cabaret celebrating Theatreland's casualties. This love letter to Broadway and the West End features a motley assortment of the misunderstood, critically panned and financially catastrophic musical misfires, including forgotten gems and pleas for redemption! Best Entertainment Award (DarkChat, Edinburgh Fringe 2025). Best Emerging Artist Award (Adelaide Fringe 2025). 'Arthur Hull's an absolute joy' ***** (List). 'FLOP! is an utter triumph' ***** (WestEndBestFriend.co.uk). 'Brings the house down' ***** (SeeDoEatReview.com). 'Undoubted smash' ***** (TheRecs.co.uk). 'A star is born!' ***** (TheRealChrisparkle.com). 'Stand-out' ***** (TheatreDiaries.adl).

6 - 29 AUG (NOT 17, 24) - 19:30
A butterfly flaps its wings in the Amazonian rainforest causing Jack to perform a show at the Edinburgh Festival. We all have origin stories. This is Jack's. A brand-new hour of hilariously personal comedy from the BAFTA award-winning star of The Chief, Scot Squad and Absolutely. 'It's simply impossible not to love what he does on stage' (Scotsman). 'Masterful, superlative' (Chortle.co.uk). 'A hugely talented comic performer' (Sunday Times). 'A maverick genius' (Herald). 'A master storyteller' (ArtsHub.com.au). **** (Independent). **** (Guardian). **** (List). **** (Evening Standard). **** (Comedy.co.uk). **** (Skinny).

7 - 31 AUG - 12:35
Shakespeare hasn't written anything new for an age, so we thought we would give him a hand... Using his language, your audience suggestions and our overactive imaginations, we create a brand new Shakespeare play live on stage, complete with big laughs, high drama, and plenty of Bard-based Bedlam! 'Quick-witted, inexhaustible and absolutely hysterical' ***** (LondonTheatreReviews.co.uk). 'Brilliantly bonkers! One of the best improvised shows at the Fringe' ***** (WestEndBestFriend.co.uk). 'Masters of improv, brilliant fun for all' ***** (TheatreScotland.co.uk). 'This is a must see' ***** (AYoungishPerspective.co.uk).

7 - 31 AUG (NOT 17) - 13:00
Part stand-up comedy, part actual pub quiz. Quick-witted quizmaster, Alex Love, returns to test trivia and split the audience into teams to compete in this highly interactive hour. Prepare for points, prizes and a pedantic host. The show has four sold-out Edinburgh Fringe runs, been performed in seven countries and almost caused a riot in a small Dorset town. 'A Fringe cult smash.... outstripping some of the festival's top-rated comedians in terms of both quality and quantity of laughter.' ***** (Broadwaybaby.com). 'It is hilarious.' (ArtMurmurs.nz).

7 - 14 AUG - 13:00
When two loyal guardsmen accidentally kill their king, they must scramble to set things right. This play is a rollercoaster hour of non-stop gags, demonic jesters and crab rangoon. Will our heroes make it out alive!? Probably not. Amadan and Mortair: Kill the King is the writing debut of Alex Bathe and Josh Aitken, the creatives behind the hit Dungeons & Dragons live show Tartan Tabletop.

7 - 16 AUG (NOT 12) - 13:00
Is this NHS doctor and comedian completing his Edinburgh Fringe registration months before hospital rotas come out again? You bet. Does he know if he has the time off? Well, come see if this anaesthetist makes it to the Fringe where he'll be working on a new show. Expect bits of paper on stage. As seen on BBC One's Have I Got News For You. 'Had the audience in fits of laughter' (Scotsman). 'Packed with funny anecdotes' (Guardian).

7 AUG, 16:00 & 19:00

16:00 - EXTRA SHOW ADDED due to phenomenal demand! For additional tickets visit Capital Theatres' website here.

19:00 - SOLD OUT, for best availabililty visit Capital Theatres' website here.

Wanging On is the weekly podcast where Graham Norton and Maria McErlane dispense average advice and gloriously questionable solutions to life’s dilemmas. Now for the first time, they’re bringing it to the stage, live at the King’s Theatre at the Edinburgh Fringe.

Armed with their trademark wit and decades-long friendship, they’ll tackle audience submissions and pass judgement in “Am I Weird?” - all with precisely zero expertise. Plus, the ‘Wangers’ are in the room, so anything could happen... Don’t let your problems get you down... let Graham and Maria wang on about them... live.

Gilded Balloon at the King's Theatre
Running time approx. 60 minutes
Age guidance 14+
Contains strong language/swearing

For accessibilty tickets and any questions about venue accesibility, please contact Capital Theatres directly.

7 - 16 AUG 17:00
Radio X presenter Toby Tarrant brings his debut stand-up show Utter Bloke Nonsense to the Fringe! There will be no discussion of politics, current affairs or frankly anything important whatsoever. Instead, sit back, switch off your brain and enjoy hearing the ridiculous thoughts and observations of Toby's warped mind on every topic from Monet to Babestation. The show will proudly offer no educational value and you will actually leave less informed and less intelligent than when you arrived. Enjoy the nonsense.

7 - 16 AUG - 19:00
Having recently played to 150,000 in the Southern Hemisphere, Australian comedian and internet sensation Jimmy Rees makes his Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut in 2026. Due to his on-point social observations and razor-sharp satire, Jimmy has amassed 4.5 million social media followers, captivating an audience spanning all generations. Expect stand-up, character and sketch comedy as well as multimedia integration in this hilarious must-see show. Nothing and no-one is safe. 'He knows exactly how to spin everyday life into something wildly entertaining' ***** (OnYourMarkus.au). 'A dazzling display of wit, timing, and sheer skill' **** (SheldonAngMedia.com).

7 - 17 AUG - 20:15
Amanda Knox is approaching forty, juggling motherhood, and facing an existential crisis: what if she peaked at wrongful imprisonment? How is she going to explain it all to her daughter, who's already asking to hear the story of Mama Goes to Italy? And can she protect her from, well, everything, knowing her own mother couldn’t protect her no matter how hard she tried?

7 - 8 AUG 20:30
Following two sold-out Fringe runs and a smash-hit tour, MP-turned-comedian Mhairi Black returns to Edinburgh with her Difficult Second Album for two nights only ahead of a major tour next year. Mhairi will reflect on her time in politics, life outside politics, neurodiversity and trying to get fit at the gym. In true ADHD fashion, it jumps about! 'An iconoclastic superstar' (Glasgow Herald). 'Witty and self-effacing' (List). ***** (BritishTheatreGuide.info, TheRecs.co.uk).

7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 AUG - 22:30
Join the greatest comedians from across the globe as they blur the line between arteFACT and arteFICTION in a wholly improvised set, prompted by genuine artefacts housed in the National Museum of Scotland! This unrehearsed and unrestrained show-and-tell might not be historically – or even culturally – accurate but it's guaranteed to be utterly entertaining. With different comics taking to the stage each night to deliver their unscripted, uneducaTED talks on Scotland's most cherished relics, what could possibly go wrong...? 'Hugely enjoyable' **** (Scotsman). 'One of the more ingenious late-night shows' **** (Herald).

7 - 31 AUG - 23:55
The original late-night show returns with stellar line-ups of your favourite acts from the festival, hosted by the best MCs in the country, every single night of the Fringe. 'The best late-night show on the Fringe' (Scotsman). 'A Fringe institution for a reason' (TheRecs.co.uk). Previous acts include Johnny Vegas, Bill Bailey, Rich Hall, Jason Byrne, Mawaan Rizwan, John Bishop, Larry Dean, Maisie Adam, Reuben Kaye, Jordan Grey, Viggo Venn and just about every notable name in comedy. Late'n'Live guarantees an unforgettable night of live comedy and is an essential addition to any Fringe bucket list.

9, 15, 20 AUG 13:15, 11:45
Following 10 years of sold-out shows in London's West End, Matt Forde (Spitting Image, The Last Leg) returns to Edinburgh for three live podcasts. The UK's leading political podcast has over nine million downloads, is regularly an iTunes Top 10 Comedy podcast and was listed by The i Paper as one of the 50 Greatest Podcasts. Previous guests include Tony Blair, Jacob Rees-Mogg, Nicola Sturgeon, Angela Rayner, Anthony Scaramucci and Alastair Campbell. ***** (Telegraph). **** (Chortle.co.uk). **** (Sunday Times).

10 - 19 AUG (NOT 17) - 13:15
Scotland's most unbiased commentator brings his broadcasting brilliance to the Fringe for the first time, in a show that will feature some new and classic live commentaries, 100% true stories, and perhaps some very special guest appearances. As seen on BBC Scotland, ITV Sport, CBS, The Rest is Football, and Scotchsport. As heard by more than 500 million people across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and the people next to them.

10 - 17 AUG, 14:30
Hot flushes or hot topic? For centuries menopause has been shrouded in secrecy and shame. Now, Mariella Frostrup, joined by Gina Bellman is cracking the topic wide open! Expect fascinating facts, the horrible history, a dose of outrage and plenty of jokes along the way! This isn't a medical show. This is something far more radical: a collective reckoning with the extraordinary, infuriating and darkly hilarious history of menopause itself.

10 - 14 AUG, 14:45
The BBC's daily news podcast, Newscast, live at the Edinburgh Fringe. Adam Fleming is joined by friends of the podcast and special guests to talk about the big news of the day. We will be recording an episode of the Newscast podcast during the performance, so the content of the podcast will depend on the news of the day.

10-16 AUG - 18:20
He's the #1 'young sketch comedian to watch' (Telegraph). He has over 400 million views on social media. He is one half of Durk & Ski. He is 'very funny and genuinely gripping' (Telegraph). He is 'frantic, innovative, effortlessly likeable' (LeftLion). He's going to bring some NEW characters, sketches, jokes, videos and zingers for you. You don't have to bring anything (apart from your laughs haha... okay cheers, Dave).

11 - 23 AUG (NOT 18) - 21:00
Following sell-out 2024 and 2025 runs, the award-winning social deduction game Blood on the Clocktower returns to the Fringe as a live comedy show. Hosted by Jon Gracey (Werewolf: Live, No Rolls Barred) and featuring a revolving cast of comedians, Blood on the Clocktower: Live is a night of gothic chaos and carnage. Will the townsfolk of Ravenswood Bluff destroy the demon – or each other? Previous guests include Sam Reich, Rekha Shankar, Chris Grace, Elaine Carroll, Gianmarco Soresi, Thanyia Moore, DJ Hammersmith, Demi Adejuyigbe and more.

12, 18, 25 AUG - 20:40
Edinburgh's FIRST musical comedy line-up night, featuring the Fringe's most exciting musical comedians. With a rotating mix of emerging and established acts, we bring you exquisite comedy on top of live music, original songs, parodies and yes, even rapping... Come discover our superpowers! We're all heroes here.
For dates in the Coorie (12, 19, 26 AUG) please click here to book tickets.

12, 19, 26 AUG - 22:20
Edinburgh's FIRST musical comedy line-up night, featuring the Fringe's most exciting musical comedians. With a rotating mix of emerging and established acts, we bring you exquisite comedy on top of live music, original songs, parodies and yes, even rapping... Come discover our superpowers! We're all heroes here.
For dates in the Snug (12, 18, 25 AUG) please click here to book tickets.

13 - 22 AUG - 22:30
Girlhood in the Bathroom is a new Australian musical set entirely in a club bathroom on New Year's Eve. Amidst the chaos of the female bathroom, five 20-something-year-old girls navigate love, friendship and the truths about the world – through passionate scenes and original songs! The show explores a simple but revealing question: why do girls always go to the bathroom together? With a mix of humour and emotional honesty, this show invites audiences to laugh, cry and recognise themselves in the stories. This show is going to leave you reminiscing longer than the bathroom line!

15 - 30 AUG 10:30
Owl lives alone in a cosy little home. With no one to talk to, Owl sings to himself and looks for ways to pass the time. Rudely awoken by his inconsiderate alarm clock, the calm day he had planned goes out the window. As his imagination runs away with him, ordinary objects begin to take on a life of their own and Owl finds an unexpected friend. Based on the illustrated children's book by Arnold Lobel this witty tale with music shows us how to embrace life… even when things go wrong.

15 - 31 AUG (NOT 24) - 13:00
Mikey's decided two things: he's ready to propose to his partner and he's going to practise his proposal speech on a balloon first. Coming to the same park bench every day, a strange relationship develops and soon, the balloon starts talking back to him. Written by stand-up comedian and So You Think You're Funny finalist, Mark Daniels, this ridiculous dark comedy is a story of love, loneliness and a gay man's relationship with his city. Oh, and it's also about a passive aggressive b*tch of a talking balloon.

15 - 30 AUG - 14:45
Fancy five free drinks? Good. Because the Thinking Drinkers are back with a totally new tasting show. The world's most entertaining drinks experts return with a poignant, pedal-powered tale of their epic, emotional thousand-mile tandem bike ride from Land's End to John o'Groats – during which they only stopped, ate, drank, slept (and applied soothing botty cream) in beautiful yet beleaguered British boozers. Incredibly funny, immensely fascinating and featuring five free drinks for all, this uplifting, amusing, elbow-bending odyssey is the ideal aperitif to any Edinburgh evening. 'Pioneers of alcohol-based comedy' ***** (Times).

15 - 30 AUG (NOT 24) - 16:00
Join the Scottish stage and screen legend for a laughter-filled hour in conversation, as he shares stories and anecdotes from his life and career, which has seen him bring iconic characters to life in such classic titles as the multi BAFTA award-winning Rab C Nesbitt (BBC Two), Naked Video (BBC Two), The Baldy Man (ITV), Love Actually, and most recently BBC One's hit sitcom Only Child. The show promises plenty of laughs, a few surprises and a bit of honesty about the daft and wonderful journey Gregor's had over the decades.

15, 22 AUG 23:30
Slay24 is a comedy night where everyone is funny and gorgeous. Audience included. YOU included. After 16 sold-out shows in London since 2023, a sold-out Soho Theatre Valentine's Day special and an alumni of the hottest acts on the UK circuit and beyond: Now they're bringing their particular brand of sardonic chaos to Edinburgh for two nights only. Picture this: Your favourite Fringe comedians on one electric lineup, Hot, right? Hosted by: Kiran Saggu (Rolling Stone 2024), Dom McGovern (Chicken Shop Date Writer) and Estefania Baha (Host of Spotify's #1 true crime podcast).

16 - 31 AUG (NOT 24) 12:50
Posh explorer and idiot Jasper Cromwell Jones recounts his latest adventures. Finalist of English and British Comedian of The Year. Written and performed by Joe Bor. As seen on BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and BuzzFeed's Worth It UK.

17 - 31 AUG (NOT 24) 11:30
History gets remixed! Strap in as Northern Lights, Durham University's National A Cappella Champions, takes you on a musical journey through time. From ancient legends to modern icons, we bring the greats of history to life through powerhouse vocals, stunning harmonies and award-winning choreography. Packed with pop bangers, sharp comedy and (somewhat...) accurate historical accounts, this is history as you've never experienced it before! Come for the laughs, stay for the vocal brilliance, and leave wondering why history was ever taught any other way!

17 - 29 AUG (NOT 24) - 13:00
With a track record of acclaimed performances across the UK and on Broadway, Aquapella returns to the Edinburgh Fringe for their tenth consecutive year, ready to captivate audiences all over again. With breathtaking harmonies, unique arrangements and boundless energy, this award-winning a cappella group brings an electrifying mix of vocal music to the stage. Whether delivering heart-wrenching ballads or upbeat pop anthems, their passion and precision make for an unforgettable viewing experience. From moments of raw vulnerability to pure exhilaration, Aquapella takes audiences on an emotional journey like no other. 'Forget Pitch Perfect, Aquapella are the real deal' (TheWeeReview.com).

17 - 31 AUG 13:20
Aoife is 17, about to graduate her all girls catholic school, desperate to escape her rural Irish town and is definitely not... gay. With a mother who avoids hard conversations, a father who prefers whiskey to parenting and a town that treats different like a dirty word, Aoife has one goal: get the f*ck to London and never look back. Leaving means losing everything she's ever known. Staying means suffocating. And God? He's really not helping. Aoife wrestles with the question that haunts her the most: if she admits the truth, what happens next?

17 - 31 AUG - 14:20
Join BBC New Comedy Award's Carwyn Blayney as he works out his first hour of stand-up. A journey full of nostalgia and niche references from rural Wales to the mean streets of London. Carwyn Blayney is a So You Think You're Funny finalist and Welsh Unsigned Stand Up of the Year 2024 winner, with appearances on BBC Three's New Comedy Awards, BBC Radio 4's Live From the UK and Radio Wales' What Just Happened?.

17 - 31 AUG - 14:20
Fabled is an entirely improvised fantasy adventure tale that features a hilarious cast of improvisers with live musical accompaniment. Featuring actors from Final Fantasy Tactics, Crimson Desert, Dragon Quest, Warhammer: Age Of Sigmar, Anno, Evil West, Arknights, Hellblade and more. 'A delightful hour of improvisational theatre' **** (LittleLarkOfLondon.com). 'Very entertaining and extremely impressive!' ***** (TheAudienceClub.com). 'A talented and hilarious band of improvisers. This show is worth questing for!' (Graham Dickson, Austentatious).

17 - 22 AUG - 15:00
How a 2cm wildflower changed an artist's life. Through live music and immersive imagery, songwriter Siobhan Wilson celebrates Scotland's often overlooked wildflowers, exploring themes of preservation, belonging and resilience through music and immersive imagery featuring flower videography and flower art by Scottish artists. A show designed by Sufrecs in collaboration with Trench One and Edge Photography, produced in partnership with Gilded Balloon and Unique Events, funded by Made in Scotland, this compelling must-see show is not to be missed.

17 - 31 AUG 15:30
An immersive comedy show about Milton Keynes Shopping Centre? Oh, go on then. So You Think You're Funny? 2024 semi-finalist and interior designer Michael McPheat presents a WIP masterpiece celebrating the beauty of his hometown. A high-energy spectacle confronting mortality, memory and modernism, set in the utopian town of the future, now named 'One of the worst places to live in Britain.' Developed with Soho Theatre Labs Plus and Elf Lyons. 'We feel McPheat's sincerity in everything he says, and it only makes his jokes all the funnier' **** (PepperAndSalt.uk).

17 - 27 AUG - 17:00
Edinburgh ISH Awards Best Show nominee 2025 (****, Scotsman, ****, Guardian, ****, Telegraph). In a ten-year marriage, eventually your partner sees it all. Every bad idea. Every silly decision. Every unfiltered thought... and somehow, they still say they love you. Fresh from her critically acclaimed show Slinky (Winner: Best Show, Women in Comedy Festival and twice nominated Best International Debut, New Zealand International Comedy Festival), multi award-winning comedian Laura Lexx returns with a brand new work-in-progress. As seen on Mock the Week and Live at the Apollo.

17 - 30 AUG - 18:20
A brand new work in progress hour by one of Australia's most exciting and distinctive comedians. 'A rich source of edgy jokes' **** (Chortle.co.uk). 'A very assured, natural raconteur' **** (Scotsman). 'Relatable stories and meaningful punchlines' **** (Artshub.com.au). 'The comedian other comedians go to see' (TheatreTravels.org). Winner, Adelaide Fringe Best Emerging Artist Weekly Award 2017. Nominated Best Comedy, Perth Fringe World 2018. Nominated Best Newcomer, Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2018. Moosehead Award Recipient, Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024.

17 - 30 AUG (NOT 27) - 19:00
Chin Music has two meanings: one is idle talk, the other is a brushback throw in baseball or cricket to intimidate the batter. Both describe Rich Hall's comedy. Idle but intimidating. Sharp, quick, splenetic and sublimely improvisational. If you've never seen him, you need to hustle down and grab a seat because he never disappoints. Ever. 'Blissfully funny' (Guardian).

17- 19 AUG - 19:30
In 2025, Fred was forced to cancel his Fringe run after suffering a freak accident and an unrelated prostate cancer diagnosis. Is there humour in either of these? Now in the fourth decade of his comedy career, Fred MacAulay still loves being on stage doing what he does best... quite simply it's stand-up. 'One of the best stand-up comedians Britain has ever produced' (Richard Osman). 'Fred MacAulay is an elite comedian' (Kevin Bridges).

17 - 30 AUG (NOT 27) - 20:30
Grace's loud and anxious, spiritual and materialistic, graceful and... a disgrace. When the world wants her to be easily defined, nuance can feel like a pipe dream. Now Campbell stops trying to fit into the teeny tiny boxes she's felt she has to contort herself into her whole life and asks: why can't she be everything at once? With the energy of your loudest friend holding court at a dinner party, this show is a messy, self-examination from a woman who's had many breakdowns and rebirths, and has truly stopped giving a fuck.

18 - 24 AUG - 12:05
Internationally renowned jazz a cappella ensemble 'The Oxford Gargoyles' return to the Fringe, bringing their unique blend of close harmony, slick choreography and black-tie charm. Performing a range of styles from Sinatra's swing and Simone's soul to the drama of West Side Story and classic pop hits, this show has something for everyone. Expect their characteristically decadent sound, rich with sumptuous harmonies and vibrant rhythms. Do not miss this eclectic hour of music and chat, showcased by the brightest young talents in jazz vocal harmony and sure to leave you dancing in your seats!

18 - 31 AUG (NOT 26) - 13:00
Nominated for Best Debut Show at Leicester Comedy Festival 2026, Bed Boy Celine Kuklowsky is existential, horizontal and probably fine. Not so much stand-up as lie-down comedy, join Celine as they explore why their body, your body and the planet's body all seem to be breaking at the same time. If this world makes you want to hide under the covers, this show is for you. Bed Boys of the world unite!

18 - 30 AUG 15:30
A broke do-gooder finds unexpected success on Wall Street and is swept into a world of luxury and lunatics. To escape, he finds community in the goofball world of NYC improv and begins an absurd double life: high-powered Wall Street executive by day, secret comedy performer by night. When pressure rises, he risks it all on a crazy dream. Blending humour, vulnerability and razor-sharp storytelling, this show explores greed, fear and the courage to give up "everything". A hilarious high-stakes journey about choosing yourself. Winner Audience Choice and Best Comedy Award at NYC's United Solo.
For dates in the Lounge (5 - 15 AUG) please click here to book tickets.

18 - 31 AUG 17:40
Award-winning Nordic comedian Pernille Haaland (HBO Max, Netflix, Discovery) returns diving even further below zero. From the surreal experience of gigging for NATO to navigating life as a single woman, Haaland finds herself at war – not with tanks (yet), but with culture and anyone judging her thermal underwear. Time Out calls her 'hilarious' – and audiences around the world agree. Pernille Haaland proves that when the world heats up, the best thing to do is keep a very cool head.
For dates in the Basement (5 - 17 AUG) please click here to book tickets.

18 - 31 AUG 19:40
After her sold out Dublin Fringe run, Ally Ryan brings Nothing Personal to Edinburgh. Megan's a struggling comedian who discovers that audiences love bad date stories. To get material for her stand-up she sets out to go on as many bad dates as possible. But, when she unexpectedly falls for a potential victim she must choose between her ambition and a chance at love. A darkly funny one-woman romcom about ambition, self-sabotage and the impossible choice between love and success. Presented with Belly of the Whale Theatre.

18 - 31 AUG - 20.05
I came here to tell jokes and figure out who's going to betray me. And I'm all out of jokes. After months spent touring worldwide, Reuben returns with knives in his back and a camera on his head. For glory. For redemption. For revenge. A fully updated rendition of 2025's sold-out show. As booed on America's Got Talent. Nominated ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Show 2025. 'Offers nothing personal and almost no actual content' **** (Chortle.co.uk). 'Egotistical delusions' **** (Scotsman). 'Indescribable' **** (List). 'Disorderly' **** (IsolatedNation.com).

18 - 31 AUG - 21:40
In Wo-Manosphere, Aideen McQueen becomes sober, spiritual and... insufferable! She now finally understands dating, boundaries, attachment and the male loneliness epidemic, she even sympathises with incels, after all, who needs feminism, when all you need is to harness your inner manopshere! Now she's done the "work on herself", she is ready to be the perfect chill, "cool-girl" partner! Then a situationship with a minor celebrity makes her question it all... again! Wo-Manosphere is savage stand-up about masculinity, female delusion and the upsetting discovery that spirituality can't stop you making a feckin' show of yourself.

19 - 30 AUG (NOT 24) - 21:00
Benjamin Quirk has it all. Good hair. Hot boyfriend. Near non-existent waist. But death comes for us all – and for him it's coming sooner than he thought. At the ripe old age of 28, he's facing death one new chest hair at a time. Join Benjamin in this whirlwind, genre-bending new solo show as he feverishly chases immortality and begs for a redemption arc not seen since Christ himself. 'The masterful work of someone very smart making jokes that are very stupid' (Magazine6000.com). 'Messy, chaotic, effortlessly blending comedy with vulnerability' (List).

19 - 26 AUG - 21:45
The search for comedy's next big star continues as contestants battle for a place in the Grand Final of the UK's biggest newcomer competition! Following months of regional showcases across the UK and Ireland, see the future faces of comedy before they make it big! 'Showcasing the stand-up stars of the future' (Comedy.co.uk). Previous winners and finalists from the competition include Aisling Bea, Tommy Tiernan, Maisie Adam, Peter Kay, Lee Mack, Fern Brady, Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan, Sara Pascoe, Daniel Sloss and more.

20 - 31 AUG (NOT 24) - 15:40
What if you got a lifetime opportunity... at 15?? Alexis dreams of escaping rural Germany and in 2013, he's cast in Wir Rocken Barcelona, a bona fide German Glee. Child stardom's in sight! With five other talented teens, Alexis's whisked off to Spain. But things aren't as they seem... Between in-cast beef and problematic producers, Alexis grapples with being a minor on TV, while holding onto his biggest secret... With new original songs and unearthed footage, join acclaimed musical comedian Alexis Sakellaris (A STAN IS BORN!) as he dives into his cringiest moments.

20 - 23 AUG - 19:30
Join comedian Deborah Frances-White and guests for stand-up and conversation in a special episode of The Guilty Feminist, part of our Road to Gilead Project. The Handmaid's Tale flashbacks look like scenes in the USA today. The far right across the world is organised, connected and well funded, and has been gaining ground in the UK, looking to strip back our rights. We can make a U-turn on this road, but we need to start now! Join the joyful resistance today. Recent guests include Annie Lennox, Gillian Anderson, Desiree Burch, Sindhu Vee, Hannah Spencer and Zack Polanski.

21 - 30 AUG - 13:15
Fred MacAulay, one of Scotland's best-loved stand-ups, is back with his live chat show. Joining Fred each day will be stars from the worlds of sport, entertainment, business and politics: the colourful characters he has encountered during his illustrious 30-year career. 'I enjoy these In Conversation shows so much', said Fred, 'we're bringing them back, it's always the perfect mix of guests and audience, who helped make each show truly unique'. Featuring different guests every day, including returning favourites from previous years. 'Brilliantly surreal comedy' (Scotsman). 'One of the best comedians Britain has produced (Richard Osman).

21, 22 AUG 19:40
Drag Race UK winner Tia Kofi returns to Edinburgh Fringe and she's bringing her podcast with her! On The Final FronTia, the worlds of Geeky-ness and drag collide for an unforgettable experience. Tia is joined by culture's biggest stars to talk about the moments that made them, behind the scenes tea and their geeky guilty pleasures. Expect special guests plus prepare your questions for an audience Q&A, get your vocal cords ready to sing along with some live musical numbers and, of course, make yourself comfortable for the best show in the galaxy!

21 - 31 AUG - 20:30
Get lost in a new musical every night. Give us a location and we'll provide the rest. Expect glittering harmonies, hilarious characters and heart-wrenching drama... all made up entirely on the spot! After a sold-out debut at Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025, and fresh from their residency at the Omnibus Theatre in London, Lost the Plot returns to Edinburgh Fringe, where every night is opening night. Featuring a cast of seasoned improvisers and West End performers. 'A masterclass in the art of improv.' (Everything-Theatre.co.uk).

23 - 30 AUG 15:40
Critically acclaimed comedian Molly McBride returns with brand-new sharp, unfiltered stand-up. Three time Best Newcomer Award winner, she tackles motherhood, addiction, bad decisions and what it really takes to rebuild a life from nothing. With brutal honesty and razor-sharp punchlines, Molly turns chaos and survival into something wildly funny. A single mum of four and a rising force on the UK circuit, she says what others won't. Dark, fearless and properly funny.

23 - 30 AUG - 19:40
What's your name, and what's your game? Go to pieces over this crackpot quiz placing porcelain under the hammer! Decide the fate of a delicate pottery item: the crown jewel of your crockery set or total obliteration. Taskmaster meets Shooting Stars meets Antiques Roadshow. Contestants could be walking home with a snazzy teapot, commemorative plate or delicate figurine – but only one lucky soul is destined for the Bonanza Digital Experience. Sharkira's on hand singing the blues to those less fortunate. Expect absurd challenges, questionable judgement, and dramatic decisions from you, the audience. Participation optional.

24 - 30 AUG 19:30
Cash Cow marks Paul's return to stand-up after his sell-out sketch show All Sorts. In this new show Paul delivers his trademark mix of sharp observations, colourful characters, impressions and Glaswegian charm. Following on from four sold-out Fringe runs with shows Worst Case Scenario, Self Care Era, Nostalgia and All Sorts. Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award Nominee 2023 and 2025. RTS Scotland Comedy Award Nominee 2023. British Comedy Guide Best New Sitcom nominee 2026. Director and Writer of Govan Fair Queen (BBC Three), Nostalgia (BBC iPlayer) Pity Party and First Footing (BBC Scotland).

24 - 30 AUG - 21:00
Schalk Bezuidenhout is back with a brand-new show. His first and (hopefully, for the love of all things good) only show post divorce. Schalk hasn't checked in with you all in some time and he wants to talk to you. Actually... he needs to talk to you! Why? Because it's cheaper than therapy. That's why! 'Rapid-fire gags and manic energy. Highly recommended' **** (TheAge.com.au). As seen on Amazon Prime, Netflix and Comedy Central. Arena tour support for Trevor Noah. ***** (EdFringeReview.com). **** (Mervyn Stutter's Pick of the Fringe). **** (BroadwayBaby.com). 'Fast-rising talent' (Guardian).

25 - 29 AUG 12:05
The day has finally arrived for childhood romantics Daisy and Marmaduke. Their home is pristine, candles blazing, wine at the ready – but one final task remains: proving their love. In a near future where all must be in a state-validated relationship by 25, the young couple must convince a pair of visiting judges their bond deserves a future. But every relationship has its flaws – and Daisy and Marmaduke are hiding something far more dangerous than a simple blemish. And when the truth is exposed, their fight for love spirals into chaos...

27 - 30 AUG 11:50
The Shit Table by Paul Howard. A fast-paced black comedy by writer Paul Howard (Bad Sisters, The Young Offenders) in which four people find themselves at the worst table at a wedding. Over the course of the play, each discovers why they have been placed at the table, and their lives will never be the same again. The show is a one-act, character-driven comedy combining sharp dialogue with escalating comic tension. Edinburgh Fringe premiere following two sell-out runs in Ireland.

27 AUG - 19:00
Finalists battle it out to take the crown in the climactic stage of the UK's most prestigious comedy newcomer competition! Following months of regional showcases around the UK and Ireland, see comedy's rising stars give their best performances in a bid to win So You Think You're Funny? 2025. 'Showcasing the stand-up stars of the future' (Comedy.co.uk). Previous winners and finalists from the competition include Aisling Bea, Tommy Tiernan, Maisie Adam, Peter Kay, Lee Mack, Fern Brady, Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan, Sara Pascoe, Daniel Sloss and more.

28 - 30 AUG 14:20
What happens when comedians are handed a secret genre and told to pitch a movie... live, unscripted, on the spot? Chaos. Beautiful, stupid chaos. The Golden Lobes Best Live Show-nominated podcast brings its sixth live outing to Edinburgh, with a growing roster of guest comedians who keep coming back for more. Past pitchers include Sikisa, Josh James, Madeline Brettingham and Chantal Nash. Hosted by lifelong friends Jim Hooker (So You Think You're Funny, West End New Act Runner Up) and Paul Ormerod (silly billy). Great fun guaranteed.

28 AUG 17:00
An innovative new sketch comedy event back at the Fringe in 2026. Story Platform is a monthly live event in Edinburgh created to uplift Scottish writers and performers through stand up, music, sketch comedy, and more! 'A warm embrace, straight-out-of-the-oven comedy' **** (List).

29 - 28 AUG - 21:45
Bestselling Edinburgh Fringe comedian Chris Hall and musician Lizzie Hall bring their #1 charting podcast to Edinburgh Fringe. On Stay Hydrated, Chris and Lizzie dive deep into the corners of pop culture to see what the culture that has popped says about us. Sometimes they're joined by their famous friends – including Jameela Jamil, Louis Spence, Grace Helbig and comics including Lee Peart and Cat Cohen. The live show is an evening not to be missed – filled with nostalgia, laughter and references you'll need to be there to understand.

29 - 30 AUG - 17:00
Crushes, chaos, engagements and heartbreak. This is everything Hannah knows about love. Join Hannah for a rosé-fuelled hour as she chats her chequered love life, the funny side of break ups and her Twilight sexual awakening! From the mind behind Sad Girls Club and Hannah Morton: Cha Cha Real Smooth, this comedy up-and-comer brings you a new hour her parents would never approve of. 'Brilliantly paced and great fun' **** (BroadwayWorld.com) 'As formidable a writer as she is a performer' **** (TheWeeReview.com).