30 JUL - 17 AUG (NOT 6, 11, 12 AUG) - 10:00
In an ultra-connected world, Jo struggles against the omnipresence of Eve, the AI server. Eve directs and controls Jo's every move and pushes him to consume more and more. This wordless show is an invitation to reflect on the place of nature and technology in our lives and the importance of preserving our humanity. Presented in a playful and poetic way, this physical theatre one-man show, combining humour and clowning, resonates particularly well with our hyper-connected society. A unique, funny and touching theatrical experience for all the family.

30 JUL - 17 AUG - 10:20
It's early morning at the Magic Toyshop and Meg the Doll can't find her glove! Join the hunt as Meg and her best friend Penny the Toy Soldier enlist your help. Unlock the enchanted toy boxes, reveal magic surprises and find the missing glove before the Toyshop opens! With immersive stories, dances and timeless children's songs, this show combines the warm, cosy feeling of childhood days gone by with whimsical fun for today. Fabulous entertainment for children and adults. Winner Best Kids and Family 2024. 'Perfect for the youngest Fringe fans' ***** (Kids in Adelaide).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 13, 20 AUG) - 11:00
An adult comedy show where you can bring yer bairn! A selection of our favourite comics from the Scottish scene and further afield performing to parents, carers and babies under one year old! The perfect morning show! A top compere will guide your way through the show and introduce two headline level quality comedians during the show. There will be adult language and material, so we recommend little ones younger than one-year-old please. The ticket price is for one adult. Babies go free! Venue has "parking" for strollers!

30 JUL - 10 AUG - 11:15
Back by popular demand for it's third Fringe run! This fast-paced, chaotic comedy of confusion is a winner with all audiences. Armed with a suitcase full of everyday objects, Hansel and Gretel dive into stories that are not their own, telling rival fairytales with the help of whatever comes to hand, through shadow play, physical theatre, imaginative use of props, voiceover, music and laughter – Don't miss it!!! 'Outstanding... a true gem... go see this!' ***** (GetYourCoatsOn.com). 'Hilarious comedy... great storytelling' **** (EdinburghFestivalsForKids.com). 'An engaging and energetic experience' **** (LondonTheatre1.com).

30 JUL - 17 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 11:30
Tired of the state of our waterways? So is adventure mermaid Lindsey Cole and she needs your help to wave the big poo right outta her home so Otter can return. The Mermaid, the Otter and the Big Poo is based on Lindsey's popular children's book about her 60km swim adventure down the Bristol Avon with a big poo sculpture, campaigning against sewage pollution. Expect songs, dance, games, a splash of audience improv and a whole dump of fun.

30 JUL - 15 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 11:30
Absolutely Riddled is a fresh and bold dive into the reality of living with cystic fibrosis (CF) – a journey that's as phlegmy as it is funny. Yvonne shares her absurd story from miracle meds to magazine spreads with a candour rarely found in glossy publications. She's not just "another survivor"; she's a fearless powerhouse embracing the parts of CF that others might shy away from talking about – especially mucus! This stand-up show promises an unapologetic, hilarious take on life, where Yvonne navigates her 50s, transforming from someone barely surviving to fully thriving.

30 JUL - 17 AUG - 11:40
Hilarious, fast-paced science theatre for the whole family with real robots, games and storytelling. Join the ImproBots in a comically absurd attempt to train their feisty robot A.L.Ex to be the funniest AI in the galaxy. Cutting-edge technology meets improv comedy where kids big and small will delight in the silly world of AI-powered humour and discovery. Will A.L.Ex become the ultimate comedy machine, or will the ImproBots need help from their human friends? Expect laughter, surprises and mind-expanding fun in this singular AI adventure.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 12 AUG) - 11:40
'Had me in peals of laughter. I giggled and laughed and hoped with Sophie that she would make it... Like Fleabag, it feels like she's bringing the audience in on an inside joke' (Coverfly.com/the-red-list). Impressively accoladed solo show written and performed by screen actress Sophie Fisher (Project Rabbit, Netflix) following her awkward yet determined autobiographical self battling through a minefield of film industry dickheads, gender-role-obsessed boyfriends and insane actors, one audition at a time. Coverfly's Red List #10 Comedy Stage Play and Semifinalist ScreenCraft Stage Play Competition 2024.

30 JUL - 10 AUG - 11:45
You think science is boring, think again; this is science like you have never seen it before. Designed for children and adults alike, Mark's Spectacular Science Show explores the strange and magical properties of matter with exploding elephant's toothpaste, vortex-generating dustbins and even howling jelly babies! Awarded Best Kid's Show at Edinburgh Fringe by The Derek Awards, this interactive show promises to entertain and educate in the most spectacular way!

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 5, 12, 19 AUG) - 12:00
Get in, we're taking a road trip. Driving in Circles is a solo show traversing the highway between confessional monologue, stand-up comedy and rock concert – think Nanette meets Hedwig and the Angry Inch, or Mike Birbiglia with music. Set to an 'astonishingly cool' (TheatreMirror.net) electric art-pop score, Driving traces the aftermath of intimate violence, mapping our hero's darkly funny, deeply felt, defiantly hopeful journey through the bodymind-altering landscapes of trauma towards something like happiness. Ranked among the best shows of 2024 by The Boston Globe, who called it 'nothing short of riveting' and 'a remarkable achievement'.

30 JUL - 15 AUG (NOT 6 AUG) - 12:00
Disaster strikes – our instruments have vanished! Don't worry, Northern Lights is here to save the day. With nothing but their voices, these National A Cappella champions from Durham University will transform this calamity into an unforgettable show, packed with powerhouse vocals, stunning harmonies and award-winning choreography. From pop bangers to heartfelt ballads, and a healthy dose of comedy, we'll prove that who needs instruments when you've got voices like these? Join us for an hour of music, laughs and pure vocal brilliance that'll have you dancing in your seat!

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 12:20
Enter the wickedly enchanted, suburban world of Elysium Court, where perfect lives unravel. From Ghouls Aloud, artists Milly Blue (Basement Jaxx, BBC Radio 4) and Jessie Maryon Davies (Kate Nash, Lips Choir) comes a satirical ghost story with original live music. Our story follows the development's newest residents, a couple in their late 30s. The woman plans to spend her maternity leave cultivating vegetables... and hopefully her online presence. But the moment she pulls up Elysium Court's standard-issue astroturf, their haven turns to hell. Join us for a moving, modern horror full of humour, moody melodies and spine-tingling truths.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 7, 14, 21 AUG) - 13:00
Something's wrong with Becca. Like really wrong. She's left with little choice over what to do. With last night's house party raging outside the door, Faye and Georgie must decide how to care for their friend and how much they're willing to lose. A 'must-see show' (The Student). 'A true theatrical gem' (List). 24Weeks explores a not-so-distant UK transformed by anti-abortion politics. When choice is criminalised, we are left with no option but to make villains of ourselves. To make villains of those we love.

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 13:00
Arran R Hawkins, Director of Black is the Color of My Voice and creator of Lost in the Woods, brings you a new series of monologues based around the universal themes of love and loss. This work takes an honest look at what so many of us find difficult to deal with. The loss of love. Told with humour, openness and honesty, this moving and thought-provoking show reminds us that, although we may face loss, the imprint of the love we have experienced remains in our hearts always. Not to be missed!

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 12, 19 AUG) - 13:00
The bets are laid. We're off! Actor Andy Linden (Harry Potter, Count Arthur Strong, The Business, Not Going Out) in a one-man play recounting the fluctuating fortunes of an ageing horse-racing tipster adrift in the modern world of technology. Baxter dreams of one day having a great win and bashing the bookies. But let's face it, no one ever beats The Bookies. Do they? 'A masterclass of thoroughbred character acting' ***** (GetYourCoatsOn.com). 'Mesmeric, the hour passed in an instant, but stays in the memory much longer' **** (NorthWestEnd.com).

30 JUL - 24 AUG - 13:00
Explores the relationship a young woman has with her mother through the relationship she has with her grandmother. She interconnects the history of their hands through generations with the help of shadow and sound in this love letter through time. After collecting her grandmother's stories, she began to dream up a way to share her grandmother's life and to better understand her own maternal relationship. Through the use of shadow puppetry, which has the ability to bend through space and time, life and death, she found her grandmother's voice and her own.

30 JUL - 25 AUG - 13:00
Let Cambridge's best-loved improv troupe set the stage ablaze with a smörgåsbord of hilarious scenes, wacky games and silly capers all completely made up on the spot! In the style of Whose Line Is It Anyway, and featuring guests such as The Cambridge Footlights, The Cambridge Impronauts return for our 9th run at Fringe. Each show is based on your suggestions. No two shows are ever the same! Don't hold back, come let us entertain you with the perfect post-lunch digestif. No script? No rehearsals? No problem.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 14 AUG) - 13:00
Returning for our 10th year, smash-hit production The Improv Musical is coming back to take the Fringe by storm. Each show is a completely improvised, never-before-seen musical based on the audience's suggestions! You choose the setting, characters and title, then sit back and watch as our performers bring your suggestions to life – complete with a live band playing totally improvised music! So get your suggestions ready, and come along for an hour of improvised fun for all ages where the show really is in your hands!

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 6, 12, 19 AUG) - 13:00
A New York Times Critic's Pick! A marriage farce by Edward Einhorn about Stein and Toklas in which four actors play over 30 characters. Identities are merged and submerged. Their famous salon, with celebrity guests such as Hemingway, Picasso and many others, is the setting for this comic fantasy with serious intent. The lesbian and Jewish subtext of their lives is made text, and the tragic implications of a relationship that existed in their hearts, but could never be fully acknowledged, are explored. Critically acclaimed in New York and London.

30 JUL - 12 AUG & 16 - 17 AUG - 13:15
So many comedians, so little time! In this unmissable Fringe institution, 12 top comedy and variety acts perform ridiculously short sets in one furiously fast-paced showcase, hosted by the best MCs around – and suitable for all the family. There's a different line-up every day, handpicked by Chortle's comedy experts – check the website for daily listings. It's a gloriously entertaining way to sample the festival in bite-sized chunks.

30 JUL - 24 AUG - 13:15
Frances Mercanti-Anthony is a Broadway actor who fell in love with a burly, bearded Maine man at age 40 and moved from the bustling suburbs of New Jersey to the rural coast of Maine. Her story, Frances Floats, is like a holiday romantic comedy but with much, much more profanity. After moving to a land of snow and lobsters, Frances promptly had two babies and got very fat. Frances Floats is her story of finding happiness in her forties and discovering that it has nothing to do with her dress size.

30 JUL - 17 AUG - 13:15
A journey through the minds that populate the planet and may populate the universe beyond. An hour of joy and curiosity with the presenter of the multi award-winning Infinite Monkey Cage. Expect stories of chimpanzees and astronauts, of starlight and falcons. We are the neurodiversity of the universe, a place of many minds and many imaginations. This new show is a celebration of our possibilities in a time when we've given too many platforms to the mean and the bullying, let us elevate those who strive for beauty and camaraderie.

30 JUL - 10 AUG - 13:20
With her co-star unaccounted for, ever positive Lizzy Sunshine carries a vaudevillian double act alone. This show-within-a-show ends with a twist, revealing the farcical fate of addiction's little sister. It's like Glee meets Baby Reindeer... but hot? Your new favorite nightmare, Lizzy Sunshine features: musical numbers, special effects and magic, characters, sermons and gags, bottomless props and boundless energy, audience participation, and take-home rose-colored glasses under your seat. After a sold-out run in NYC and tour of the US, Liz Coin's Lizzy Sunshine makes its Fringe debut!

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 13:30
Beatboxing, spoken word and hip-hop dance reimagine the true story of the night Californian policemen shot dead nineteen-year-old Tyisha Miller as she lay unconscious in a car. Tyisha's depiction of the innocent pleasures of her life and hopes for the future, told with sweetness, humour and teenage insight contrast with the violence of her death shown in an autopsy report recited by a dispassionate coroner, describing each of her twelve bullet wounds in clinical detail. This highly acclaimed, clear-eyed look at the relationship between race, the body and violence has been performed across the US and the world.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 13 AUG) - 13:30
At the local cinema, all hell breaks loose when the ushers misplace the DVDs of The Lord of the Rings trilogy – every single copy! With only the soundtracks left in hand, the team of hapless ushers must somehow create an entire three-film saga in front of a live audience. Get ready for an uproarious show of comedy, chaos, and utter nonsense, as they attempt to recreate the epic tale of hobbits, elves, and orcs – without any visuals, any planning, or any clue what they're doing.

30 JUL - 3 AUG - 13:40
Why hello children! This is your Governess and I am here to prepare you future duchesses for your wedding night with, your cousin, the Duke. I will teach you everything you will need to know to be a good little wife (in keeping with the teachings of the Church of England and our great British Empire of course). Join Callaghans Questions for a hilarious, historically and scientifically accurate exploration of all things sex. Including, but not limited to the history of sex, gender, sexual pleasure, masturbation, homophobia and more!

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 18 AUG) - 13:40
Cute, apologetic and stupid SYTYF 2024 Semi-Finalists, Lianna Holston (Runner Up, Leicester Square Theatre New Comedian of the Year 2024) and Michael McPheat (Co-host of sell-out London comedy night 0800-Comedy) present Starter Pack: superbly silly stand-up that reveals how the brains of two anxious* sweetie pies tick. A new split-bill hailed as the greatest collaboration between America (sorry) and Milton Keynes since the Enigma machine and twice as gay**! For the girls, gays and theys with racing thoughts: welcome to your Grand Prix. *Why is Michael crying? **Lianna's sexuality pending...

30 JUL - 7 AUG - 13:40
1957, West Germany. The battle against the Nazis ended twelve years ago – but for Karl, a gay concentration camp survivor, the war never truly ended. Still criminalised under Nazi law, his life is on trial. The Pink List is a haunting one-person musical inspired by untold stories of queer men in post-war Germany – names recorded in the Pink Lists, then erased. From the creator of Fabulett 1933, 'an awakening' ***** BroadwayBaby.com, and praised as 'enlightening and intelligent' **** (LondonTheatre1.com), this is the story of one man, one voice, one list they hoped we'd forget.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 14:00
What if life were a game? In a world where billionaires race to colonise space, Trump coins give you extra lives and making cows meditate saves the planet, it can be hard to know if you're winning. Jo, Raff and Bobby are three gamers stuck in the game of life. Jo's into crypto, Raff wants to save the planet and Bobby just wants a quick win. Who has what it takes to Level Up?

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 13 AUG) - 14:20
A laugh-out-loud slapstick whodunnit featuring four actors, a dozen characters and a whole load of chaos. When a priceless painting vanishes during a private auction, Detective Stuart Pidcock is brought in to unravel the mystery. But when he finds himself stumped, he must turn to an old adversary for help. The unlikely duo must question the colourful array of suspects living at the manor, all while trying to track down the cunning thief and solve the crime of the century. 'Good clean fun' (TheReviewsHub.com).

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 14:20
Waiting for Texto is an electrifying interactive comedy play that captures the raw, universal experience of waiting for a response to your carefully crafted WhatsApp message. Through humour and technology, it explores the frustration of not getting a reply after an unforgettable night. Described as Bridget Jones meets Baby Reindeer, the play offers a fresh, hilarious take on the trials of modern dating, perfect for anyone who's struggled with love and texting in the digital age. If men are such visual creatures, why can't they see my texts?!

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 14:20
Susan has a perfect life, a perfect love and perfect happiness. When she suddenly undergoes an unexpected loss, that all ends. Consumed by excruciating pain, she finds it nearly impossible to imagine any future worth living. Until, on an ordinary drive to the grocery store, The Voice tells her to walk the Camino de Santiago in Spain. Susan obeys despite not believing in Voices and knowing nothing about this ancient pilgrimage. Told through 27 captivating characters and dynamic multimedia, this solo show is a walk through 540 miles of rain, resentment and redemption, exploring grief and surrender.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 12, 19 AUG) - 14:20
Gather round the campfire for this funny and nostalgic play about love, loss and summer camp. Truly doesn't remember her dad. Not really. Instead, she's collected songs, objects and stories to build a picture of who he was. Join her as she embarks on a journey to discover her father, and uncovers her childhood self along the way. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll yearn for the early 2000s. Come see this story of fear and bravery that examines how we remember those we've lost.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 12, 19 AUG) - 14:20
A heartfelt and uplifting one-man show about an Indian-Persian gay man navigating the complexities of his identity. Born to immigrant parents, Cyrus takes audiences on an intimate journey of self-discovery and acceptance. Through dynamic multi media and the celebration of Madonna and Taylor Swift's music, he finds his authentic voice and learns to embrace his cultural heritage and sexuality. With sharp humor and raw vulnerability, Cyrus shares his story of breaking free from expectations, risking authenticity, and ultimately learning to live unapologetically in his truth, celebrating the universal quest for belonging and self-love.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 13 AUG) - 14:20
It's 1883. Three friends are trying their best to navigate the chaos of their 20s. Marianne wants to be taken seriously. Emma wants to find a husband. Hattie wants to get drunk. When awful aristocrat Chester arrives in town, appearing to hold the keys to all their dreams, they decide the only reasonable plan of attack is to host a fake séance to trick him into helping them. What could possibly go wrong? They're not making history. They are making a bit of a mess of things.

30 JUL - 8 AUG - 14:20
Edinburgh-born, separated mum Sophie is a pure rocket who theatrically combines stand-up, skits, characters, stories (and even rap!) on the madness of modern parenting, mental health and more. About Sophie: One of List magazine's Top 25 Picks of Glasgow Comedy Festival 2025. Featured Edinburgh Evening News: Fringe debut, Mother Bored 2024. Sold-out shows Glasgow Comedy Fest 2024 and 2025. Funny Women Awards Finalist 2023. Featured BBC Scotland Short Stuff. Viral Morningside Mum with Zara Gladman. 'Hysterical' (Billy Kirkwood). 'A stand-out original' (Viv Gee).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 12, 19 AUG) - 14:35
What did Australia's foxiest morons get up to during the pandemic? August 2021, Kath is up to pussy's bow in sourdough bread, Kim's going viral and Sharon has had a severe reaction to all the hand sanitiser. Experience the worlds longest lockdown in the company of these iconic characters, parodied by Art Simone and Maxi Shield (RuPaul's Drag Race Downunder), Thomas Jaspers (The Gays Are Revolting) and Scott Brennan (Neighbours). Direct from sold-out Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney Opera House seasons – with quick wit and camp tunes, this is a fabulous show.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 14:40
After spending her formative years trying to be "not like other girls", Sarah Bradley is celebrating all things feminine – from rosé to romance novels, horoscopes to hot celebrities, inconvenient crushes to crying at inconvenient times. Whatever your gender, you are warmly invited to leave shame, judgement and societal expectations at the door, and come embrace the girly girl within. 'Hilarious... clever and brilliant' (SquirrelComedy.com).

30 JUL - 4 AUG - 14:45
I Was On A Sitcom is a show about finding out who you are when your TV show ends, and your real life begins. Because when you've played a character on TV for a decade, what exactly does it mean to be yourself? This show offers an intimate glimpse into a popular sitcom actor's real, raw life. It's funny, vulnerable and disarmingly casual – you will walk away feeling like you've made a new friend and learned more about birthing twins than you ever did before.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 14:45
After experiencing her mother's demise from Alzheimer's, writer-performer Molly McFadden learns how to face the truth and let go in this poignant yet humorous one-woman show told with music, puppetry and love. The puppet, expertly voiced and animated by Molly, represents her mother and is fittingly named Memory. This show has become more meaningful to Molly since she learned she has the gene for Alzheimer's and has been diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment. 'Time stood still during this performance for me, thanks to Molly and that magnificent puppet' (ArtSaginaw.org).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 12 AUG) - 14:45
A charmingly dark, whimsically adult, joyously subversive, musical delight! Starring our titular character, Potty! A singing, talking, tap dancing, potted plant. When mysterious events begin to occur at Little Boo Boo's General Hospital, a ragtag bunch of dysfunctional nurses must pull together to save the day. What could be happening to all the missing children? Will the beautiful Miss Lacey ever find true love? Is there more to the nasty-looking Dr Acula than meets the eye? Potty The Plant is an hour of side-splitting, earwormy, musical fun, that begs the audience to not take anything too seriously.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 15:00
Born in New York City as a closeted kid, Alexis is forced to follow his family to... rural Germany. Ugh. Diva down. Discovering women online is his only salvation: Céline, Whitney, Mariah, Beyoncé... you name 'em, he got 'em. They are his MOTHERS and he is OBSESSED. With 10 original songs, sung and played live on keyboard, Alexis shares the queer joy he discovered in stanning, while also confronting the hardships (somehow being obsessed with women makes you... gay?! Wow...) Does this queer Bo Burnham have what it takes to be... a lil gay diva?!

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 15:00
The power to judge comedians in the competition that sells out in London every week! Gag Race is unlike any other comedy competition. The comedians perform their best material for you and afterwards, from our app on your phone, you score them out of five for their Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve and Talent. Our super computer tallies up all the scores and then we crown the winner of Gag Race based on your scores! Everyone wants the crown but who will win – literally you decide. From The Queer Comedy Club. 'An institution' (Guardian). 'Outrageously funny... inspirational' (Attitude Magazine).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 15:00
In a deserted circus, drama, humour, music and songs tell the true story of actress Tilly Wedekind and her controlling, famous husband, Frank Wedekind (Spring Awakening). When Frank robs Tilly of her acting roles, he reduces her to a Nobody. Broken-hearted, she attempts suicide. Following her recovery, she reclaims her career, discovers her voice and writes her own story, so Tilly No-Body became a Somebody. This internationally acclaimed, magical, tour-de-force performance about love and identity asks: Why do we stay in relationships long after they've turned toxic? How can we take back our stories after we've been silenced?

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 12, 19 AUG) - 15:00
r/Conspiracy is a play for messy girls, hungry sleuths, and the chronically online. Alex tumbles headfirst into the rabbit hole when she spots a Reddit thread documenting a man with a machete roaming her local park. But the harder she digs, the deeper she falls... A timely reminder of the flaws of the internet, and a virtual mystery romp for 20-somethings with too much time on their hands, and the weight of the world on their shoulders, r/Conspiracy is written and performed by Ella Hällgren, and directed by Emma Ruse.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 12 AUG) - 15:30
Pinch Punch are back to welcome you aboard Locomotive for Murder, an improvised comedy murder-mystery where killing the cast and cracking the case is in your hands. Expect outrageous accents and shaky alibis! Four characters board a train but not everyone will survive. Thankfully, a world-famous detective is ready to solve the case. But who is the murderer? Only one person knows: the murderer themselves. Using audience suggestions and stories, Pinch Punch create a never-to-be-repeated whodunnit. If you love comedy or murder mysteries then this is the show for you!

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 12 AUG) - 15:40
A grizzled New York detective embarks on his final, most deadly and most ridiculous case yet. Who did the whodunnit?! Best Show nominee: Leicester Comedy Festival 2025. Finalist: Leicester Square Theatre Sketch-Off! 2025. Semi-finalist: Musical Comedy Awards 2025. 'Christian Dart is one to watch!' (Tim Vine).

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 5, 12, 19 AUG) - 15:40
Stoners. Lazy, irresponsible, paranoid wasters. Or are they? Perhaps deep inside the stoner flats of Scotland three men have the answers to life's greatest questions. Perhaps in this church of debauchery lies something more holy and transcendent than you can possibly imagine. Perhaps the truth of the corruption of our society is only one psychedelic away from being in your fingertips. They are out to get us. They control every aspect of our existence. They are coming for us one by one. Who are they? Come inside and see the truth...

30 JUL - 24 AUG - 15:40
Mary Kennedy, yes one of those Kennedys, third cousins twice removed; all of the tragedy, none of the money. No Irish Catholic story is complete without a mention of a good Irish funeral! Join Mary as she lays her mother to rest. Through her mother's dying, Mary learned how to live. Hail Mary, None of the Grace is a rollercoaster of awakenings for Kennedy, which has created the woman she is today.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 15:40
From the Greeks to Tibetans, the French, to Africans fighting for independence, revolutions have been part of the human race from time immemorial. For as long as there's been injustice, oppression, elitism and feudalism, people have always found innovative ways to force those in authority to listen to their cause. Njambi McGrath returns to Edinburgh with a satirical look at notable revolutions, both current and historical.

30 JUL - 24 AUG - 15:40
Hands up who loves freedom! Chastity Quirke is White House receptionist, ex-Chapter President of Kappa Gamma Zeta, and a proud Republican. She is proud to serve her close personal friend, the President of the United States. Determined to prove her loyalty by any means necessary, she's not letting the icky democrats, her ex-boyfriend, or socialism stand in her way. But when this all-American girl next door is forced to choose between the power of female friendship and proving herself as the ultimate guys' girl, she's horrified to discover she might be a feminist.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 6, 13, 20 AUG) - 16:00
Recent anthropology graduate and feisty redhead Joanie Little is stuck working as a barista, studying the 'creatures' (customers) as if she were Jane Goodall, bushwhacking through the jungle to study chimpanzees! In her 'coffeeshop jungle,' hilarity ensues, with jazzy tunes, co-worker showdowns and maybe even romance! 'Solo performance at its best… rolling out a cast of characters like a wild kingdom field guide! I dare you not to fall in love with Joanie' (LifeWithMoreCowbell.com). As seen on TV. BroadwayWorld.com – Best Musical 2014. Edinburgh Fringe Sell-Out 2015 and in 38 cities worldwide! ***** (CBC).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 12 AUG) - 16:00
From the Edinburgh Festival Fringe to stages across the USA and UK, PENMAN, The Imaginator, takes you on a mind-bending journey beyond your subconscious limits to reveal the remarkable story of YOU: A modern mentalist with the energy of a hip-hop artist, Fraser Penman fuses hypnotism, comedy and audience participation with a high-energy soundtrack of summer anthems. Expect laughter, jaw-dropping moments and a fresh take on mentalism that inspires and astonishes. Unleash your hidden superpowers, rethink what's possible and experience the magic of YOU. Book now – before your mind changes!

30 JUL - 17 AUG (NOT 6 AUG) - 16:15
One man. Ten ironing boards. One epic soundtrack. Prepare to be amazed as physical comedian Jody Kamali skillfully transforms these everyday household items into the tools of a Hollywood-style, action-packed romance. With heart-pounding moments and emotional depth, the packed-out run at the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe earned standing ovations. There's gunfire, there's a wedding, there's more gunfire and there's revenge – plus plenty of laughter along the way. 'Exuberantly, unapologetically mindless... it's too funny' (Guardian). 'An astonishing tour de force' (DarkChat.co.uk). 'More laughs than a laundry room full of nitrous oxide and easily amused hyenas' (GetYourCoatsOn.com).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 16:20
With his crowd-work videos generating more than 2.5 million views online, David has honed a special talent for being mean – but where does it come from? And why? Is it who he really is? His friends keep telling him he's mean and it doesn't bother him until one day, some guy says he should be nicer – and that's got David thinking... 'Outrageously funny' (Attitude). 'A true masterclass in crowd work' (NorthWestEnd.com). 'Gloriously filthy' (BroadwayBaby,com). 'Pitch perfect' (Skinny).

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 12 AUG) - 16:20
Some Fringe shows will take you on a deeply personal, sometimes traumatic journey. And whilst they're great, that's just not me. Me! That's what this show is about. No trauma, no ADHD, and my parents are still together. Join me for a hilarious hour of stand-up, packed with razor-sharp punchlines, cheeky stories, and a mischievous edge. Soz babe, it's not that deep. 'Immaculate delivery, unfussy and earthy... an assuredness that feels destined for big theatre tours' (Comedy.co.uk). 'Her comedy is incredibly good' ****½ (One4Review.co.uk).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 12, 19 AUG) - 16:20
What happens when the thing you wished for your whole life turns out to be your worst nightmare? Eris wants a baby. Atlanta doesn't. They're best friends with very different views of motherhood. Eris sees it as a chance to create a better version of herself. Atlanta sees it as the opposite, an end to her freedom. As similar as they are different, their friendship is stretched when Eris finds herself pregnant. The debut play by Amelia Rodger about a woman's right to choose, coercive relationships and female friendship.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 16:30
From the creators of the smash-hit show 1 Hour of Insane Magic, the new show 1 Hour of Insanity hits the Edinburgh Fringe! Expect the unexpected in this fast-paced, family-friendly whirlwind of a show that blends comedy, magic, circus and mayhem into one unforgettable hour. With a hilarious host at the helm, our cast of international performers promise high energy chaos, surreal comedy, amazing illusions and incredible acts of skill! This show has something for everyone and is the perfect pick for thrill-seekers, families, adults and young people alike.

30 JUL - 24 AUG - 16:30
Back at the Fringe with an electrifying, one-of-a-kind spectacle of slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, cutting-edge video production and astonishing illusions – magic like you've never seen before! Top family entertainment! 'Prepare to be spellbound' (StageWhispers.com.au), as Martin Brock delivers 'glamorous and polished work' (Penn & Teller), all created from scratch, with the finale alone taking seven years to perfect! 'His original stuff is wonderful and brilliantly magical' ****½ (GlamAdelaide.com.au). Guaranteed the most thrilling magic you'll experience this festival! 'One of the best Fringe shows I have seen. Go see it!' ****½ (FringeFeed.com.au).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 17:00
Alana Jackson, winner of So You Think You're Funny? 2024 brings her debut show to the Edinburgh Fringe. Tales of being from Glasgow, moving to London, going to drama school and working/drinking in pubs, Alana tells all, bringing to life the characters she's met along the way. Her winning set at So You Think You're Funny? was described by Chortle as 'relatable and witty, told with impact and flair'. Fest praised how she 'delivered with an amiability reminiscent of a good friend down the pub'.

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 17:00
You're invited to Lachlan-Thomas' sixth birthday party hosted by your favourite children's party entertainer, Hannah Banana! Hannah is a writer, performer and most importantly, a children's birthday party entertainer... on the weekends that is! But what do you do when you realise your side hustle is no longer on the side? And maybe being a clown is the only thing you're truly good at? Have an existential crisis during the Cha Cha Slide of course! Expect prizes, games and Hannah asking herself, what the f*ck am I doing with my life?!

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 13 AUG) - 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, 150 million+ views online. Enjoy from stage or audience – you choose. All-ages friendly. 'The laughter is uncontrollable!' ***** (FringeFeed.com.au). 'Funfilled show!' ***** (One4Review.co.uk). 'Laugh until your sides hurt!' ***** (WeekendNotes.com). 'Rollicking good time' ***** (SeeDoEatReview.com). 'Spectacular silliness! Absolute feelgood 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.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 8 AUG) - 17:00
Diving headfirst into the chaos of his early 30s, Michael Welch is back with a bold new hour – no edits, no filters, and definitely no luck. 'I am certain this comedian is destined for a Netflix special' ***** (Entertainment-Now.com). 'He's unafraid of pushing his jokes further than many of his contemporaries would dare' ***** (List). 'Welch does what a lot of theatre-goers are after: he helps them find themselves in his own story' (Seagull.news). 'Attracts considerable laughs... and has an impulse to push boundaries' (Scotsman).

30 JUL - 25 AUG - 17:00
2024's Best Newcomer and Malcolm Hardee Award nominee returns, let's see what happens now. (It's sort of about Charlatans, voices and a Rasputin book that, as it stands, I haven't read.) 'A masterclass in ripping up the comedic rulebook and thriving in an environment of total comic chaos' (Entertainment-Now.com). 'Deconstructer of the form, helping you see conventional stand-up's limitations' (Fest). 'Unique..pushing at the edges of what stand-up can be defined as.. is this where the cult begins?' (Chortle.co.uk). 'Transcends mere jokes... go see' (Scotsman). ***** (MervsPOTFringe.com). **** (BeyondTheJoke.co.uk).

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 7, 21 AUG) - 17:00
What if you were sat next to the love of your life and just didn't know it? Stuck beside each other at a dinner party year after year. Some would call it fate, Mavis and David call it a nightmare. She's keen. He's terrified. Together, they're trapped. Forced proximity breeds love… and contempt. Think One Day meets Sliding Doors, with a dash of Julia Davis' Nighty Night. A fresh twist on the classic romcom. Seating Plan is a poignant exploration of fate, loneliness and the invisible ties that bind us – even when we're too stubborn to notice.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 17:20
Courtney knows everyone is winging it (life). Wing it with her in this show where you are part of its ultimate success (or failure) at the Fringe. Where you choose the stories and vote for the one you'd like to see cut, leaving Courtney to prepare a new set for tomorrow. One woman's endeavour to escape perfectionism, be truly vulnerable and ultimately find herself. A 2024 four-star, sell-out show about not knowing what you should be doing in life – but doing it anyway.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 13 AUG) - 17:30
Michelle Collins makes her Edinburgh Fringe debut in Motorhome Marilyn, a dark comedy by Ben Weatherill. The play follows Denise, an aspiring actress with an obsessive relationship with Marilyn Monroe, hoping to live up to the icon's fame and beauty. In the 1980s, she heads to Hollywood, but as her dreams falter, she is forced to confront the painful truth of unfulfilled aspirations. Inspired by Michelle's real-life encounter with a woman known as Motorhome Marilyn, the play reveals the toll of living in the shadow of an icon, exploring failure, aging, and the heartbreaking cost of unattained dreams.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 14 AUG) - 17:40
From The Daily Show's Lily Blumkin comes a hilarious solo show about growing up and getting worse. When packing up her childhood bedroom, Lily introduces us to nine zany characters like a well-meaning dad, a self-indulgent rabbi, and an inanimate clump of hair. After sold out performances in New York, Nice Try comes to Fringe with an honest look at how we use the past to make sense of our present.

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 5 AUG) - 17:45
After complete sell-outs in 2023 and 2024, Insane Magic (Cameron Gibson, Elliot Bibby and Luke Osey) return with their biggest show yet! Fresh from a smash-hit run at the Adelaide Fringe, the trio bring a brand-new hour of mind-blowing magic, with some fan-favourite classics sprinkled into the mix. Witness 'three of the best magicians in the country' (EdinburghLive.co.uk), in a show that's 'so insanely good' (WorldMagicReview.com), it has to be seen to be believed!

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 13 AUG) - 17:45
69 sketches in an hour! The UK's fastest sketch show returns for its sixth year, featuring new sketches for 2025. 'Non-stop laughs. A wee masterpiece' ***** (TheMumble.uk). 'An excellent comedy show **** (BroadwayBaby.com). Featuring DazzReviews, as seen on YouTube. Whether a slapstick routine told through beatboxing or the typo-based secrets of Area 52, you'll never know what's next! This is the speed of the internet on a stage. 'Most reliable sketch-group in the game' **** (EdFringeReview.com). 'The hit-rate of their sketches is high' (List).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 5, 12, 19 AUG) - 17:45
The odds of perishing in a commercial plane accident are 29.4 million to one. Reassuring. Except if you're the one. As emergency masks plummet, engines squeal and hand baggage flies from the overhead bins, two strangers hold hands. Scared and breathless, their lives flash past as they face their final moments together. Exploring themes of luck, choice, fate, coincidence and connection, this thrilling production, created by award-winning, critically acclaimed theatre company Visible Fictions, is a fantasy table-top exploration using object theatre and gripping storytelling.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 10, 24 AUG) - 18:00
Join Astronaut Indra on a nine-month mission to the moon... but not all missions are successful. A new autobiographical solo show by Indra Wilson about the lonely, turbulent journey of experiencing pregnancy loss as a queer young person. A black hole forms when a star dies, explodes into tiny little pieces until it returns back to the dust it once was – as if it never even existed in the first place. With dynamic sound and projections, be immersed in this unique, heartfelt and hopeful debut. Produced by award-winning feminist company, F-Bomb Theatre (Fringe First, Sit-Up Award). MadeInScotlandShowcase.com

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 18:00
Calling all Dungeons & Dragons fans! The Tartan Tabletop gang are back after their second sold-out run at the Edinburgh 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!

30 JUL - 25 AUG - 18:20
Looking for a proper laugh this Fringe? Catch homegrown talent Amanda Hursy in her riotous debut. From brushes with the law (aye, plural) to almost losing everything including her mind, join 'one of the BEST rising stars in Scottish comedy' (Daily Record) as she navigates the funny side of failure and the chaos of a Netflix worthy series of 'can not make this up' madness! One of the most anticipated Edinburgh Fringe debuts (Chortle.co.uk) from Scotland's own 'rising star' (Scotsman). Edinburgh Fringe awards panel prize Winner – best in class.

30 JUL - 17 AUG - 18:20
The king is dead! There are three candidates to succeed him – they can only ascend the throne with support of the local lords and ladies (the audience)! Join the Bad Clowns and shape the future of the entire kingdom! Leicester Comedy Award nominees 2024. ***** (LondonTheatre1.com). ***** (WestEndBestFriend.co.uk). **** (Daily Express). **** (BroadwayBaby.com). **** (ThreeWeeks). **** (BroadwayWorld.com). **** (EdFringeReview.com). **** (TheWeeReview.com). **** (One4Review.co.uk). **** (CultureVulture.net).

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 18:20
A hilarious dissection of Black media tropes with satirical sketches, comedic songs and recognisable characters. The Oprah of comedy, Colette Gregory deconstructs sexuality, religion and everything from Black conservatives to Love is Blind contestants. The result is an unforgettable evening of belly laughs, knowing head nods and songs you'll be singing in the shower. Awarded Favourite Sketch or Variety Performance by a Group or Individual at the 2024 Pack Hollywood Festival, Black Best Friend will leave you thinking about what it is to be a token Black face in a predominantly white space.

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 18:20
Mmm... smells like desperation. A whirlwind, genre-bending new hour by self-identified genius Olivia McLeod (PASH, Junk Monkey) about the celebrated – and the overlooked. Unrepresented is both scathing analysis and desperate bid for fame, power and the elusive feeling of being crowned a genius (or what she imagines that might feel like). Directed by Lou Wall. Nominee – The Offies. Nominee – Best Solo Performance and Best Script, Stagey Place. ***** (Indiependent.co.uk). **** (Scotsman). **** (BroadwayBaby.com). **** (GonzoMagazine.co.uk).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 18 AUG) - 18:20
Is Sophia performing stand-up comedy or are we just witnessing an acute psychotic episode? Either way, once she's getting attention, she doesn't care. Come and watch a charmingly lewd, self deprecating and 'delulu' grown woman who insists on dressing like a princess as she explores her experiences with men, Irishness, body image, feminism, unexpected motherhood and the cruel and vulgar reality of being in a human body, all tinged with a nihilistic and self-destructive dread that underpins her every thought. Finalist, So You Think You're Funny 2024.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 18:30
Sex, drugs and coercive control... Jackie!!! is a new musical comedy that follows the young Jacqueline Bouvier as she dreams of becoming the first American Royal. After marrying into the illustrious Kennedy dynasty, Jackie discovers that power and notoriety come with the price of secrecy and silence. With Joe Kennedy pulling the strings, Jackie's sister Lee pulling away and JFK pulling anything that moves, Jackie is left alone to contemplate if life atop the American throne is really worth the familial curse that seemingly hangs over it.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 13 AUG) - 18:40
John Binjuice lived a quiet life, until everyone in his town suddenly transformed into terrifying beasts. With horns. Big, scary horns. John has, so far, resisted the horn. How long can his humanity last? A riotous solo clown show from Jacob Aldcroft – 'He has funny legs' (Philippe Gaulier) – watch as John attempts to save all humanity through lots of shouting, running and jumping, song, dance and stunning amounts of vodka. Prepare to laugh (a lot), cry (a bit) and pee (your pants).

30 JUL - 8 AUG - 19:00
Celebrate Gilded Balloon's 40th anniversary with award-winning comedian Juliette Burton. Get in the party spirit with this Gilded gal, as she brings the best bits from her multiple sold-out Edinburgh Fringe shows. Cram over a decade of fringe into one jubilant hour of life-affirming hilarity with heart. Join in the joy of Juliette. As seen on BBC One and ITV. 'Seriously funny' ***** (Mirror). 'Educational, hilarious' ***** (EdFestMag.com). ***** (StarburstMagazine.com). ***** (BroadwayBaby.com). ***** (VoiceMag.uk). ***** (FemaleArts.com). ***** (LoveFringe.com). ***** (Daily Record). **** (Sunday Express). 'Fringe Favourite' (Guardian). 'Fringe legend' (FringeReview.co.uk). 'Refreshingly revealing' (Comedy.co.uk).

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 12 AUG) - 19:00
The ridiculously wild true story that her therapist asked her to stop telling. On Christmas morning 2010, Kayleigh unwrapped the ultimate surprise: her dad wasn't her dad and her real dad was... probably someone else. Nominated for Best Debut Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival, Kayleigh's debut storytelling hour is 'punctuated with hilarious songs' (News.com.au) as she takes you on an offbeat quest to track down her real father. 'The best comedy show I have ever seen' (News.com.au). Musical Comedy Award Finalist and BBC New Comedy Award nominee.

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 19:00
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!

30 JUL - 12 AUG (NOT 7 AUG) - 19:00
Female-led and female-produced, PALS is a Scottish adventure-comedy play telling the story of four, crude, chaotic yet completely normal gal pals as they embark on a camping trek in the west of Scotland. In a bid to escape their lives, have a riotous time and avoid several mental breakdowns, these "Perfectly Average Lassies of Scotland" are completely out of their depths, in more ways than one. PALS premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe 2024 and was long-listed for the Binge Fringe Queer Performers Award and deemed as 'the sort of show we've been waiting for' (CorrBlimey.co.uk).

30 JUL - 10 AUG (NOT 5 AUG) - 19:15
Alan is delighted to announce his return to the Edinburgh Fringe with his brand new show. He thinks he's Marty McFly but he's older than Doc Brown. He spends more time in the pharmacy than the gym. He needs to get his blood pressure down and somehow his manhood up. Subject to relentless eye rolls from his kids. What is he? A late middle-aged comedian. Funnier than ever, he says. 'One of the best stand-up comics out there' (Guardian). 'Your jaw will hurt from laughter' (NZ Herald). 'Deeply funny' (Big Issue).

30 JUL - 10 AUG - 19:15
Samia Rida's one-woman show is a comedy/drama based on the true story of her kidnap to Saudi as a child. It explores multiculturalism, disability, Saudi, mental health and how kidnap can involve a swimming pool. Supported by the charity Sibs. Supported by the BBC Comedy Collective and Funny Women. It's been on at Riverside Studios, The Tabard, The Museum of Comedy and the White Bear. Optioned for TV adaptation by Fulwell 73. Directed by Gareth Edwards – BBC producer (That Mitchell and Webb Look, Upstart Crow and Spaced). Producer Gina Lyons – A BAFTA Elevate producer.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 19:30
Kim Blythe is a cowboy – not the rugged, western kind but more like a questionable tradesman. Unsure and thriving after selling out the Glasgow International Comedy Festival, Kim brings her second show Cowboy to the Fringe as she tries to make sense of it all. If you feel like you're constantly winging it through life, then Cowboy is the show for you! If you don't feel like that, it's still a great show I promise.

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 6, 18 AUG) - 19:30
The uproarious multi award-winning one-man musical comedy about sperm donation returns to Edinburgh. Darby James clicks on an IVF Clinic Facebook advert and must navigate a sea of existential mayhem, while considering the absurdities of procreation and pondering pathways to queer parenthood. In the midst of this hilarious and heartfelt adventure through genetic questionnaires, medical screening and psychological evaluations, Darby finds himself as a seaman stranded in moral purgatory, faced with the unanswerable question: should we be having children?

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 13 AUG) - 19:30
A boy in school set my destiny with nine words, I'm gonna ask him why. Another hilarious and heartbreaking show from 'one of Australia's finest storytellers' ***** (GlamAdelaide.com.au). Brasier takes aim at the idea of criticism in this ode to the drama teacher that made her and the kid who said something mean at school. She's tracking down her critics to ask them why they said what they said. A show for the theatre kids, the freaks, the queers; for anyone who's spiralled about something they did years ago.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 19:40
If you've ever experienced loss, then this show was made for you. Brendan Tran, a Bob Curry Fellow from the world-renowned Second City comedy troupe in Chicago, pays tribute to his recently passed dad with this comedy special. A stand-up story of grief, the healthcare system and the hope that talking (and joking) about the death of a loved one can possibly help with healing. Only time will tell. 'Tremendous. So funny and touching, and relatable' (John Hartman from CBS's Ghosts).

30 JUL - 25 AUG - 19:40
Christopher Donovan and Laurie Brewster present a split hour of stand-up as they try to rebrand themselves as the bad boys of comedy. Christopher brings anecdotal comedy, rich in detail and delivered with panache that earned him second place in So You Think You're Funny? 2023. 'Has a flair with words' (Chortle.co.uk). Laurie brings a dry, surreal brand of humour that saw him make it to the final of So You Think You're Funny? 2024. 'Proper jokes, coloured by self-deprecation' (Chortle.co.uk).

30 JUL - 17 AUG - 19:40
An improvised choose-your-own adventure, featuring actors, a cute robot host and AI, where the audience controls the show! By award-winning Improbotics who created Artificial Intelligence Improvisation. 'Like Whose Line Is It Anyway? mixed with I, Robot' (BrightonAndHoveNews.org). ***** (TheatreAndTonic.co.uk). **** (Everything-Theatre.co.uk) 'Groundbreaking work with superb moments of comedy that poses serious philosophical questions' (FringeReview.co.uk). Most Innovative Show Award (ParisFringe.org, 2020). ****(BingeFringe.com). ***** (ThePhoenixRemix.com). **** (FringeTheatre.ca) 'I will stick with artificial stupidity' (Colin Mochrie). Featured in the New York Times, Financial Times, New Scientist, Time, Sky News and BBC.

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 12, 18 AUG) - 19:40
Award-winning character-comedian Susan Harrison presents a brand-new show, featuring a host of joyfully bizarre characters including an unconfident Sindy doll, a woman who's swallowed a girl in a well and a 90's panda. Is it ok to still be dressing up as weird characters as you get older? Join Susan as she tries to find out, whilst dressing up as weird characters. Directed by Ben Target. Seen/heard in: Showstopper! The Improvised Musical, Mischief Movie Night, BBC Radio 4. 'First class comic acting' (Guardian). 'A fantastic character comedian' (Chortle.co.uk).

30 JUL - 10 AUG - 19:40
Offbeat comedy exploring the radical ladies of the past through puppetry, drag and special hats. Join ladies Rectitude and Reason, two of the three muses (Justice is on a wicked comedown) as they help Christine de Pizan to imagine a city constructed and populated exclusively by women. This is a necessary act of social justice for the sanctity and peace of women everywhere. But what does it mean to be a lady? Who gets to decide? And will there be Airbnbs? 'Perfect comedic timing' **** (WestEndBestFriend.co.uk). 'A genre-defying hour of informed silliness' **** (ToDoList.org.uk).

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 12, 19 AUG) - 20:00
The biggest girl group of the noughties reunite for the first time since their scandalous split. The quartet's meteoric rise saw them transform from innocent pop-princess underdogs to glamourous big-budget divas... before it fell spectacularly apart. Girl Pop! are finally ready to tell all. Were Hazel and Arabella secretly in love? Did Ruby and Zoe's feud end in a fistfight? Did Girl Pop! really murder a paparazzi photographer? The promise of a nostalgic celebration of girl power is threatened by egos, catfights and spotlights. Rumours are put to rest through a showstopping spectacle bursting with iconic pop bangers!

30 JUL - 25 AUG - 20:00
Saaniya Abbas takes audiences on her most personal and side-splitting journey yet in Hellarious. With sharp insights and her signature feline mischief, Saaniya dives into the cultural taboos of divorce, the absurdity of internet fame, and her playful take on the concept of hell itself. She reminds us that life isn't about always landing on your feet – it's about laughing when you don't. Tracing her evolution from a sheltered upbringing in a Muslim family to carving out her own path, Hellarious is a bold celebration of resilience, defiance, and self-discovery.

30 JUL - 12 AUG - 20:20
The unauthorised musical parody of Schitt's Creek, reimagining the beloved fish-out-of-water series with absurd comedy, unhinged characters and hilariously inappropriate twists. Follow Moira, Johnny, David, Alexis and the clueless mayor Roland Crapp as they navigate the quirks of an offbeat, unpredictable town. With chaotic humour and a surprisingly sweet message about finding belonging in unlikely places, this unauthorised extravaganza is perfect for fans of the show-it's-absolutely-not-based-on or anyone craving a wildly irreverent escape. No Emmys – just side-splitting laughs, ridiculous antics and delightfully trashy fun. When life goes down the loo, there's no better place than Crapp's River!

30 JUL - 25 AUG - 20:20
You will learn nothing at this show. Comedian Mark Forward returns to the Fringe for the 3rd time with his ridiculously silly show Safari Time. Mark has done John Oliver's New York Stand-Up Show (Comedy Central), The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (CBS), Funny As Hell (HBO) and Just For Laughs. TV work includes Hulu comedy series Letterkenny, Donny Mashman on Fargo (FX) and The Jon Dore Television Show. Mark has two specials: Mark Forward presents Mark Forward and Mark Forward Wins All the Awards.

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 19 AUG) - 20:30
I See You Watching, a provocative, darkly playful exploration of control, performance and rebellion. On a bare stage, a woman (Kylie Westerbeck) fights for survival while navigating the relentless demands of a master of ceremonies (David Calvitto) who dictates her worth. Forced to perform while trapped in the male gaze, she must unravel the expectations that bind her and find a way to escape – or revolt. This haunting, rigorous and sometimes brutal theatre show exposes the invisible cages confining women in today's world and questions whether true freedom lies in victory, surrender or something else.

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 12, 19 AUG) - 20:45
The neon lights aren't always bright on Broadway, and for every hit there are 50 flops. Rising Australian star Arthur Hull's acclaimed solo show sets out to prove that every musical can be proud of at least one song. Winner of the 2025 Adelaide Fringe Best Emerging Artist Award. 'Hull is a force of nature. An absolute joy!' ***** (List). 'Unforgettable and hilarious, a wonderful concept with clever delivery and genuine heart' ***** (SeeDoEatReview.com). 'A superstar in the making' ***** (OnYourMarkus.au).

30 JUL - 25 AUG - 20:45
An unmissable line-up of fresh talent starring Bert Broadbent, Fab Goualin, and Ciara O'Connor – 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).

30 JUL - 10 AUG - 21:00
Toronto-based singer-songwriter, Duane Forrest presents his captivating, award-winning music-storytelling show at the Fringe. With a deep personal connection to his Jamaican roots and a profound admiration for Bob Marley, Duane takes the audience on a journey through the history, cultural impact and timeless songs of the reggae icon. Through storytelling, live music and audience interaction, he shares how reggae transformed his life and became a global phenomenon, all while capturing the essence of Bob Marley's music. 'Doctors should prescribe it as an antidepressant' (BroadwayBaby.com). Fringe 2024 sell-out show.

30 JUL - 10 AUG - 21:00
An improv show featuring the best comedy talent in LA. Fast, funny, silly, smart and as consistently hilarious as any written show. A show so good, you won't believe it's improv! 'The best improv show out there by far... amazing improvisers and comedic minds... I have never laughed as hard, for as long, as I did during this show' ***** (PepperAndSalt.uk). 'World-class improv... consistently funny' (ThePhoenixRemix.com). 'Highly recommended' **** (MervsPOTFringe.com).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 21:00
A story of growing up on a punk rock-fuelled journey. A unique comedian, Sib blends stand-up and storytelling like no one else, sharing raw, relatable tales from the 1980s suburbs to stages with Metallica, The Ramones and Social Distortion. Growing up in California, Sib saw punk rock explode into the suburbs, shaping his life. From fronting Wax and 22 Jacks to co-founding SideOneDummy Records. This unforgettable show is personal and raw. An inspiring journey. 'Joe Sib's show is a cross between theatre, memoir and a loogie in the eye' (LA Times).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 21:00
Luke Osey (co-creator of sell-out sensation 1 Hour of Insane Magic) had the craziest night of his life last night... so join him on an adventure filled with hilarious, mind-blowing magic and mind-reading as he attempts to retrace his steps and work out exactly what happened the night before The Magic Hangover! 'Just terrific' (Penn & Teller). 'Osey will be famous' (WorldMagicReview.com).

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 12 AUG) - 21:00
Molly and Mariah are two of the biggest names on the newcomer circuit, and also the biggest c*nts. A feisty, fierce and filthy look inside the mind of two outstandingly toxic ladies.

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 21:00
Cancel culture is fast approaching. What can/can't you say? What is there left to say? And everything in between. Stand-up comedy, in a sit-down world! 'Monahan is somewhat of a legend in Fringe terms.. A loveable, likeable comic.... he loves to entertain and make his audience laugh. And he always succeeds' ****½ (One4Review.co.uk, Edinburgh Fringe 2024). 'Patrick Monahan is a great comic' **** (BroadwayBaby.com). 'Definite must see!' **** (Edinburgh Festivals Magazine). 'Hilarious without being outrageous' ***** (ThreeWeeks).

13 & 20 Aug (16:00), 13 - 18 Aug (19:00)
Never judge a book by its cover. Not many people know this, but that sentence is an idiom and not really about books. It literally means – never judge a person by their face. You might think Shamik's face belongs to a sensible, practical man. You'd be wrong. He's not the responsible older sibling. He's not good at chess. He's not a nerd. At least, not in a useful way. Despite Appearances is an effort to put things right and break away from shallow, face-driven stereotypes. But you should just watch it for a laugh.

30 JUL - 17 AUG - 21:00
Vagabond Skies The Van Gogh Musical: gut-wrenching and uplifting in equal measure, this extraordinary must-see production depicts Vincent's later years. Emotive songs and vivid artwork portray resilience despite a life consumed by mental turmoil and failed relationships. As a sung through biographical musical, compelling musical performances and poignant lyrics, interlinked by the actual letters exchanged between two brothers, bring the stage alive. Going under the skin of Van Gogh's tragic life as he struggles with personal challenges and unappreciated art, this inspirational new musical stays with the audience long after the final curtain.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 21:20
Attention girlies, bathroom belters, and car karaoke queens! Choir is back! Gather your crew for the ultimate interactive singing party with Australia's international vocal coach, songwriter and award-winning performer Amelie Peters. Laugh, vibe and sing your heart out as Amelie spills vocal secrets and relatable life stories (yes, even she gets ghosted!) Whether you're in your hot mess era or just here for a good time, this is your sign to let loose and live your main character moment. The question is: will you sink... or sing!? ****½ (GlamAdelaide.com.au). ****½ (TheatreTravels.org).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 12, 19 AUG) - 21:30
Living your true self is nearly a crime again, so join the OGs of F*ck You Counterculture for a night of radical joy and glitter-encrusted anarchy. A fever dream of gender-bending hippies, freaks and drag queens, led by flowers-in-guns radical Hibiscus and disco diva Sylvester, The Cockettes took San Francisco by storm in 1969. But when they tried to take their acid-fuelled, avant-garde act mainstream in NYC, it all went horribly wrong. A new musical with music & lyrics by Brandon James Gwinn and book by Rae Binstock, exploding with on-your-feet numbers and in-your-face hilarity.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 5, 12, 19 AUG) - 21:40
Fresh from sell-out success in Australia, Thomas Currie blends powerful vocals, razor-sharp piano, electric cello and witty storytelling in this all-too-relatable late-night cabaret. Featuring original music and some reimagined classics, be immersed in a collection of gripping tales from around the world. This show is perfect for night owls, insomniacs and anyone who has ever tossed, turned or are now two days past their bedtime. 'We laughed, we listened, we marvelled' (Melbourne Observer). 'A natural storyteller... star quality to spare' ***** (TheatrePeople.com.au).

30 JUL - 12 AUG - 21:40
Guests! Prizes! Definitely no vengeful ghosts! Henry and Charlie are putting the past behind them to record their live TV chat show. Surreal and silly comedy. 'Genius... hilarious and unforgettable' ***** (Edinburgh-Reviews.co.uk). 'Dark and bizarre' (ScottishDailyExpress.co.uk). As seen and heard on BBC1, Radio 4 and Sky Arts.

30 JUL - 24 AUG - 22:00
The audience is trapped in a retro video game with a sadistic, end-of-level boss. Escape and win £1000 or be brutally murdered by the rest of the crowd! Will you: A) Find the light switch? B) Go north? C) Abandon hope? New deathtraps for 2025! 'A Rocky Horror for nerds... reader, I howled' **** (Telegraph). 'Not to be missed' (Guardian). 'Irresistibly dangerous' **** (Stage). Winner: Chortle Award. Nominated: Best Comedy, FringeWorld 2023. Runner-up: Best Comedy, NextUp 2022. As seen at Glastonbury, PAX, Blue Dot and MCM Comic Con.

30 JUL - 15 AUG - 22:00
It's been 84 years… or 26, since April 1999, when six-year-old Alice was finally allowed to watch James Cameron's classic, Titanic, on VHS. Presenting a one-woman parody re-enactment of Titanic in which Alice plays all the parts and the scenes are selected at random (but with the same emotional gravitas, she swears). In this show about how childhood obsessions shape who we are as adults, nostalgia for aging '90s media, and claims of boats too big to sink, you'll laugh, you'll cry, your heart will go on (even though Jack's does not!).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 6, 12, 19 AUG) - 22:20
Britain's Got Talent star Accordion Ryan will sing and play your favourite songs like you've never heard them before! Adding in a few of his own hilarious tunes, this show is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face! Join in and sing along during this night of music, laughter and overall fun! 'Don't miss this show' ***** (PerthHappenings.com.au). 'An all-singing, all-dancing PARTY' ****½ (TheQR.co.uk). 'Musical comedy gold' **** (List). 'You're funny, I like you' (Simon Cowell). Winner: Overall Best Cabaret (Fringe World). Winner: Weekly Best Cabaret (Adelaide Fringe).

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 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).

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 19 AUG) - 22:20
Microsoft Word's writing assistant, Clippy, has seen the future – and it is bleak. Determined to prevent the impending techno-dystopia brought about by Artificial Intelligence, Clippy travels back in time to warn humanity in a thrilling adventure through the internet. Will he succeed in stopping AI at its source? There's only one way to find out... Douglas Widick (Time Out NY's Top 10 Comedy Show: North Coast; Blank! The Musical; F#%king Up Everything; and Anybody: An Improvised Historical Hip-Hopera) makes his UK debut in this award winning one-person comedy musical. Winner: Best Out-of-Town Show – Tucson Fringe.

30 JUL - 12 AUG - 22:20
Kelly Ford's Bonkers is a brand new WIP. Wildly funny, brutally honest and unhinged journey through motherhood, marriage, midlife and meltdowns. It's about keeping it together while everything falls apart. Expect big laughs, deep truths and the kind of unfiltered storytelling that has made her a favourite on the London circuit. Heart, humour and absolute chaos – welcome to Bonkers. Sean Lock Long List 2024 – Funny Women. One To Watch – Not So New Comedian 2024. As seen on BBC 3, E4. As heard on The Motherless, Soho Radio.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 12 AUG) - 22:40
Comedian Anaïs Gralpois Bridget Jones' her way into talking about her move to London, having a slag era and what it really means to be more than just that fit American in this candid one-woman stand-up comedy show.

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 23:00
The absurd cabaret of apocalyptic proportions. Comedy, circus and indie cosmic lunacy collide in an ever-changing nightly riot of world-class weirdos, hellbent on healing our planetary divide. Interactive, uplifting, subversive and bonkers. Featuring Clown God, Mothman, Fart Monkey, Nerf Karaoke and outlandish acts from across the Fringe, with a live-looped indie score morphing every night. Broken Planet Show dares you to misbehave, laugh at our flaws and dance through the chaos – uniting us in glorious imperfection. It's a rowdy invitation to take life less seriously. Join the revolution of ridiculousness. COME SAVE WORLD!

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 18 AUG) - 23:00
Comedians Elliot Weber (Dead Dad) and Joshua Emerson (Dead Mom) want to make you laugh with jokes about death and grief. Dead Man Talking is a stand-up comedy show about the lighter side of death, interspliced with improvised eulogies from crowd submissions. A person dies twice: once when their heart stops beating and again when they are forgotten. Let us share a laugh together about a loved one you miss. Special guests and surprises every show.

30 JUL - 25 AUG (NOT 12 AUG) - 23:00
Hot Comedy is the sexiest comedy compilation show in Edinburgh. Hosted by Nicholas Elliott and Eva Peroni, the show celebrates diversity but not in a preachy way just like, funny. Featuring some of the hottest headliners and up-and-comers from around the UK in a truly representative way. 'A lovely supportive show' (Skinny). 'Positive, encouraging atmosphere... a defined space celebrating voices' (EdinburghLaughterBulletin.substack.com).

30 JUL - 25 AUG - 23:00
It's time 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!

31 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 6 - 7, 11 - 12, 18 - 20 AUG) - 10:30
Doo doo doo... Baby Shark's back with a globe-trotting mystery! Who nabbed the Sphinx? Help Fiddlefox and Baby Shark crack the case in this interactive musical adventure. Dance, sing, and play along as our dynamic duo swims around the world with magical host, Eldar. Perfect for tiny detectives aged 0-6. A fin-tastic show packed with music, magic and mayhem! Previous Fringe sell-out – book early! 'Designed for kids, by kids, this high-energy show keeps kids guessing and parents smiling' ****½ (Fringefeed, FringeWorld.com.au).

31 JUL - 8 AUG - 12:00
Be uplifted with positive vibes from Britain's Got Talent semi-finalists! Packed with real music and entertainment from rhythm and blues to rock and roll roots, the Jive Aces deliver an action-packed show! Together for nearly 30 years, the band is renowned for its high-energy performances in over 40 countries. Having played for HM the Queen, serenaded HM King Charles, sold out the Royal Albert Hall and become the first band to reach Britain's Got Talent finals, they're the UK's No.1 Jive and Swing band!

31 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 12, 18, 19 AUG) - 12:00
Through everyday conversation, hilarious comedy, and music-hall style songs, we learn from four working-class women about their lives, husbands, technology and the approaching New Year in this time capsule of Glasgow in the 1950s. The show pays tribute to the unsung domestic labour of women, and the importance of female friendships – both of which keep it relevant today – along with the iconic comedy lines recited throughout Scotland. Laugh and cry along with Tony Roper's loveable characters in this nostalgic show, steeped in Scottish culture and social history, which continues to entertain local audiences and tourists alike.

30 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 12, 18 AUG) - 17:40
Surprise-filled, punchline dense comedy: Best Cult Ever is the show for the cult curious. Polygamy? More like Polyga-WEEEE! Hold on to your name tags! Get on in here for the silliest show written and performed by a former Mormon. A comedian returning for her fourth Edinburgh Fringe, Leah Renee's past shows have been described as: funny, daring and quite surprising in places with laugh-out-loud moments of wryness, poignancy, shock and tenderness.

31 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 6, 13, 20 AUG) - 17:45
Award-winning musical comedy revue revealing all about musicals and the people who love them – on both sides of the curtain! Updated for 2025 with new songs. Lauded with an unprecedented 50 five-star reviews for multiple sell-out Fringe and London seasons. By Alexander S Bermange, directed and choreographed by Aaron Renfree (The Masked Singer, Now That's What I Call A Musical). 'Flawless' ***** (BritishTheatre.com). 'Sharp satire... undiluted fun' ***** (BroadwayBaby.com). 'Delightful' ***** (BroadwayWorld.com). 'Hilarious... wonderfully witty!' ***** (EdinburghGuide.com). 'Crisp, perfect, immaculate' ***** (MusicalTalk, podcast). 'Full of wit and pastiche' ***** (TheArtsDesk.com).

31 JUL - 23 AUG (NOT 5, 13, 20 AUG) - 19:15
Meet Faye. She has a good salary, her own home and a paralysing fear of intimacy. Occasionally, she hauls her laptop to her local bar to run the daily gauntlet of rejection from her workday. One day, she buys a diary. During one of her usual one-night stands, an unexpected revelation triggers her buried past and forces Faye to take stock of her solitary life... By award-winning writer of BBC's Rab C Nesbitt, Ian Pattison. 'Gail Watson is a Tour De Force as Faye' (Scotsman).

1 - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 12, 18, 19 AUG) - 10:20
Word's out on the Aussie bush telegraph: Woody and his crazy friends are rolling out a cabaret experience like no other! Sing, dance, and strum along in a wild musical adventure reminiscent of a Year 3 campfire singalong or a school assembly where the principal's only rule is to have fun. It's packed with silly songs, chaotic comedy and Aussie critters galore. But kids, watch out for Ralph the Tiger Snake in the dangerous part of the show! Woody's Bush Cabaret from Down Under unites families in a heartfelt celebration of music and imagination.

1 - 15 AUG - 12:20
What would you do if you had to stage Shakespeare's famous tragedy with two actors who haven't even read the script?! Two plebs are the only surviving members left of the cast of Macbeth. Armed with only their wits, wigs and wisecracks, these fools will have you laughing and singing as they fumble their way through Shakespeare's epic. 'The 39 Steps meets The Play That Goes Wrong' **** (AdventuresinTheatreland.com). 'Fifty minutes of madcap entertainment' **** (TheatreAndArtReviews.com).

1 - 24 AUG (NOT 12 AUG) - 12:20
Romantasy. Brooding fae warriors. Enemies to lovers. Formulaic titles. Anne knows these stories inside and out. She crafts her own elaborate romantasy daydream – where she is kidnapped by Dragomir, a dangerously powerful, ridiculously attractive fae and conscripted into battle against the Wraiths. It's absurd. It's dramatic. And it's easier than facing the chronic pain consuming her real life.

1 - 25 AUG - 15:00
Shakespeare hasn't written anything new for an age, so we thought we would give him a hand... Using your audience suggestions and our overactive imaginations, we create a brand-new Shakespeare play live on stage, complete with live music, songs and plenty of laughs. Join ShakeItUp for 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).

1 - 24 AUG (NOT 11, 12, 18, 19 AUG) - 16:00
Buckle up, folks. After 23 years of holding it together, this teacher is finally off duty... and off the rails. A classroom meltdown like no other – unhinged rants, bad decisions, and a music lesson with more chaos than a school camp. Expect mischievous puppets and brutally honest comedy from a burnt-out teacher on the edge. If you've ever wanted to tell a helicopter parent to zip it, this show is for you! Warning: Explicit language and the kind of storytelling that makes a 4pm staff meeting almost tolerable.

1 - 17 AUG - 19:00
BAFTA award-winning star of Scot Squad, The Chief, and Absolutely, returns to the Fringe after a 2024 sell-out run. Favourite bits, classic bits, improvised bits and bits that aren't even really bits but are, nonetheless, still bits. 'An incredible hour of laughs' (Edinburgh Evening News). '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). 'Docherty's mighty presence fills the room' (ThreeWeeks). 'A maverick genius' (Herald). ***** (Daily Business) **** (Guardian). **** (List). **** (Evening Standard). **** (Skinny).

1 - 21 AUG (NOT 11 AUG) - 20:20
Who doesn't dream of it? Clean cities, punctual trains, a functioning healthcare system – everyday life in Switzerland, for many a world far away. Luckily, Michael Elsener, the "Swiss John Oliver" and recent support act for Russell Howard, is here to reveal the path to paradise – and where the Swiss heaven turns into hell. The political scientist and queer artist delivers off-beat perspectives and spot-on impressions, combining incisive analysis with razor-sharp punchlines. Can his secret Swiss recipe save the world?

1 - 10 AUG - 20:30
Legendary Canadian actress and comedian Caroline Rhea returns to the Fringe to celebrate Gilded Balloon's 40th Anniversary! As seen on Sabrina the Teenage Witch, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Comedy Central Roast and The Conan O'Brien Show. 'A brilliant and consistently hilarious hour in the company of a very charismatic host' (BroadwayWorld.com). 'A seasoned stand-up with a wealth of experience at the highest level' (Herald).

1 - 10 AUG - 20:45
The eleven-time Emmy and Tony Award winner, known for her legendary career in film, television and stage, brings her highly anticipated debut show to the Fringe following her recent move from across the pond. Join Rosie as she reflects on her life in the present, including why she moved to Ireland from the USA, and how that shift has shaped her future. With her signature blend of heart, humour and honesty, expect a night of laughter and reflection from a truly unique voice sharing her opinions on subjects that matter most – here and now.

1 - 16 AUG (NOT 4, 5, 11, 12 AUG) - 22:15
The Comedy Arcade: competitive anecdotes game. Vix Leyton holds a bingo ball of surprise subjects and invites four different comics every night to spar with never-before-told stories, from the hilarious to the scandalous, to win points awarded by host and audience. 'Lives up to its billing likening it to a fabulous dinner party. Punters feel they are among spontaneously funny friends rather than hearing well-rehearsed professional anecdotes. We know these stories – and this particular alchemy will not be repeated again' **** (Steve Bennett, Chortle.co.uk).

1, 2, 7 - 9, 14 - 16, 21 - 23 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).

31 JUL - 25 AUG - 23:00
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.

2 & 3 AUG - 16:15
What would happen if you took the script from Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, ran it through an online translator a dozen times and then read the results live on stage in character? Lost in Translation does PG Potter is a family friendly edition of Lost in Translation.

2, 9, 16 & 23 AUG - 22:30
Michelle Brasier and Chloe Petts host this sell-out Melbourne Comedy Festival late night cult hit as ex-lovers and co-artistic directors of an amateur theatre group looking for its next star. Festival favourites line up to perform their best 36 bars as Brasier and Petts bicker and humiliate the most talented among them. Previous auditionees include Broden Kelly, Zachary Ruane, Flo & Joan and Two Hearts. This show has never seen an unsold seat and is the worst thing to happen to musical theatre since Emelia Perez.

4 - 24 AUG - 13:40
A fun, fast-paced comedy show, made up entirely on the spot from your suggestions! The Imps have been bringing critically acclaimed improv performances and up-and-coming comedic talent to the Fringe for over ten years. These high-energy shows come packed with Whose Line Is It Anyway?-style games, brought to life by Oxford's wittiest minds. Be prepared for improvised scenes, punning, raps, Shakespeare, musicals and much more! Perfect for teens and families.

4 - 8 AUG - 16:15
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.

4 - 14 AUG - 16:15
Like protest songs? Neither does Grace Petrie and she's been singing them for 15 politically disastrous years. No longer able to meet the deadened eyes or desperate hopes of leftwing audiences, she reckons there's no better time for a feel good show! Depressed by fascism, misogyny and eco-destruction? Sounds like your climate needs a change! Grace knows that folk music can't save the world and neither can standup comedy. But both at the same time?? Read it and weep, Putin! 'Borderline miraculous' ***** (Scotsman). 'An effervescent charm-bomb of a performer' (New Yorker).

5 - 10 AUG - 16:15
After a total sell-out in 2024, The Cryptid Factor are back! Join Rhys Darby (Flight of the Conchords, Our Flag Means Death), Dan Schreiber (We Can Be Weirdos, No Such Thing As A Fish) and Leon 'Buttons' Kirkbeck (Cameo – £39 a video, 24-hour delivery guaranteed) as they take to the stage to record live episodes of New Zealand's longest-running podcast (allegedly). Featuring jokes, monster chat, weird tales, guest cameos and a whole catalogue of Darby sound effects – it promises to be an unforgettable experience, and that's a fact – you heard it here third!

7, 13 & 21 AUG - 14:45
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). ****½ (Chortle.co.uk). **** (Sunday Times).

8 - 16 AUG - 11:40
After completely selling-out his 2024 show and winning Best Family Show at Aberdeen's Fringe Festival, Sid is back with his interactive journey of comedy, magic, song, poetry and dad dancing. Sid has bumped his head and discovered the powers of his sixth sense and is ready to blow your minds with his non-stop brand of family-friendly magical rhymes. Engaging nonsense for everyone from the age of eight to 80+.

8 - 24 AUG (NOT 15 AUG) - 13:40
In 2014, the UK's first legalised red-light district opened in the Holbeck area of Leeds. Sex workers in Holbeck were able to operate with police supervision and without fear of arrest between the hours of 8pm and 6am. This initiative was known as the Managed Approach. Managed Approach is a powerful play that blends verbatim interviews with sex workers and a fictional story about a mother and daughter in Holbeck, Leeds. A 'joyous show' ***** (Varsity) that offers a deeply human perspective on one of the UK's most controversial urban policies.

8 & 9 AUG - 14:45
Gilded Balloon marks four decades at the festival with a series of special in-conversations featuring comedy greats. This edition features iconic comedian, novelist and actress Jenny Eclair. Join as she reflects on her incredible career so far, from being the first ever woman to win the coveted Perrier Award at the Fringe in 1995 to becoming one of the most notable names in comedy and a critically acclaimed author.

9 JUL - 24 AUG (NOT 16 AUG) - 14:20
Set entirely on a bed, Boy attempts to pursue his dreams of becoming a stand-up comedian, travelling the world and finding true love, all whilst confined to his bedroom's four walls. We see him unpacking items from a suitcase and reminiscing on each trinket until, slowly, the room becomes a depression-pit, bed-rotting mess. The story unravels to reveal an intricate web of lies, pointing to an unnoticed mental health crisis. Blending stand-up, monologue, music and dance, award-winning performer Ben Donaghy makes his Edinburgh Fringe Debut!

9 - 24 AUG - 19:00
Hey! Did you miss me? I missed you. It's been, like, what... six years? Let's hang out sometime – I've got so much to tell you! Here are the times and dates I'm available. Would be great to see you xxx

10 - 24 AUG - 12:00
Following her sold-out Fringe run and a smash-hit tour, MP-turned-comedian Mhairi Black returns with some new stories and fresh material. Come along for a laid-back look at the last year. In this work-in-progress, Mhairi will be talking about life outside of politics, neurodiversity, joblessness and trying to get fit at the gym. In true ADHD fashion, it's all over the place.

10 - 12 AUG - 14:45
Join TV's Kaye Adams and her filter-free pal, Karen Mackenzie, as they discover How To Be 60. They've been at it for three years now on their popular bi-weekly podcast and it's not about slowing down, it's about shaking things up – however you want to do it. Karen is glad to be gray and Kaye is unnaturally blonde but they are both determined to slay 60 (as the kids never say), so join them for an hour of fast, funny chat before your afternoon nap.

11 - 17 AUG - 11:30
James invented the idea of proper stand-up for children in 2001. For the last ten years he has mainly been concentrating on writing funny books and parenting his own children. Now he is bored of that and returns to the world of festivals to reboot comedy for kids with a face full of wrinkles and a reconstructed show that may include exploding penguins, seventeen ways to eat jam and songs to sing to the worms in your dog's bottom.

11 - 23 AUG (NOT 17 AUG) - 11:30
It's a week until The Edinburgh Fringe, and The Bristol Suspensions still don't have a show. Sit in on the group's most unproductive rehearsal to date, where they offer 10 ways to get over heartbreak – from putting yourself out there on dating apps to... getting back with your ex? From International Champions and UK ICCA finalists, featuring songs from Stevie Wonder, Olivia Rodrigo and Wicked The Musical. This show is for anyone unlucky in love, in the friend zone or learning to fall in love with themselves.

11 - 25 AUG - 13:20
A character comic 'gearing up to conquer' (Dawn French). In 2024, her WIP Attention Seeker was a ***** 'masterclass' (GetYourCoatsOn.com) at the Edinburgh Fringe. This BAFTA Rocliffe shortlist writer hosts the sell-out night Laugh Lines and is a Sketch Off 2025 finalist. Her debut solo hour, directed by Elf Lyons, takes you back to when stories were for family, not viral views. Inspired by her own home movies, Jess creates a universe of characters once meant for her living room. Each vignette is a cinematic tribute to her dressing-up box.

11 - 23 AUG (NOT 18 AUG) - 16:15
Fresh from their acclaimed performances across the UK and on Broadway, Aquapella is back at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe for their ninth consecutive year, ready to captivate audiences once 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).

11 - 24 AUG - 19:15
After touring the UK and Ireland last year with his debut hour, Girl for All Seasons, Christopher is working on a new show – a new show everyone, can you believe it, a new show! Right now, it's a work in progress. I mean, in a lot of ways, aren't we all works in progress? Think about it. He'll say things today that he's never said before, and most likely will never say again, but you'll be there to witness it, and that's kismet. Ooh, that's a great name for a show... Write that down...

11 - 24 AUG (NOT 21 AUG) - 19:15
Grab your wands and apparate yourselves to the box office! A very magical improv show awaits... Spontaneous Potter is an entirely improvised Harry Potter comedy play, based on an audience suggestion of a fanfiction title. An entirely new Potter adventure is magically improvised on the spot – with live musical accompaniment! Previous titles performed include Harry Potter and the Neville Wears Prada, Harry Potter and the Rise of the Planet of the Snapes, Harry Potter and the Struggle for a Decent Mortgage in This Economy.

11 - 24 AUG (NOT 18 AUG) - 19:40
Lt Love Dr Hotty McTotty has come to us from the year 2075 on a mission to revive human connection and stop the loneliness epidemic... before it's too late. Your commanding but charming host will lead drills including (but not limited to): small talk, eye contact, flirting and throwing your phone in the lake. This highly interactive comedy show challenges today's digital-first culture and reminds us of what it means to be human again, if only for a night. A harrowing message full of fun, humour and heart!

11 - 24 AUG (NOT 18 AUG) - 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.
Mon 11 Aug: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Tues 12 Aug: LOTR: Fellowship of the Ring
Wed 13 Aug: Twilight
Thurs 14 Aug: Pirates of the Caribbean
Fri 15 Aug: Jurassic Park
Sat 16 Aug: The Mummy (1999)
Sun 17 Aug: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Tues 19 Aug: LOTR: The Two Towers
Wed 20 Aug: Back to the Future
Thurs 21 Aug: Ghostbusters
Fri 22 Aug: Titanic
Sat 23 Aug: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Sun 24 Aug: LOTR: Return of the King

11 - 13 AUG - 21:00
Stephen Frost and Mark Arden (only surviving members of the 1980’s Comedy Double Act) return after 40 years. Aiming to reach legendary status in early 2047 (weather permitting). TV credits include Carling ads, The Young Ones, Wow shows. They once did 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead' with Lionel Blair and enjoy name dropping. Joined by Brenda Gilhooly as blond bombshell, media starlet, ex page 3 stunner Gayle Tuesday. Older but not wiser, she’s keen to tell her fans about all the media attention she’s received, and of course the difficult times. Therapy for all.

11 - 23 AUG (NOT 21 AUG) - 21:00
Celebrating 40 years at the Fringe, Gilded Balloon is proud to bring back this iconic show starring unmissable lineups of powerhouse comedians who've made their mark on the world's comedy scene – past, present and future. Featuring all women and marginalised genders, this show laughs in the face of anyone who ever said women aren't funny. Check out gildedballoon.co.uk for daily line-ups.

11 - 24 AUG (NOT 18 AUG) - 22:30
Following a young woman who, after a psychedelic experience at a music festival, runs away with two hippies who introduce her to a magical world. Through a series of surreal encounters, she must grapple with existential revelations regarding free will and what it means to live a creative life. How to Escape is a testimony to following your heart, even if it leads you astray. Audience Reviews: 'I couldn't look away'. 'I'll think about this show forever'. 'The entire thing rests on (Slaiman) being incredibly charming'. 'This made me think my friend isn't crazy after all'.

13 Aug (16:00 & 19:00) 14- 18 Aug (19:00) 20 Aug (16:00)
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.

13 - 25 AUG - 20:20
'It's real, it's raw, it's hilarious' (Scotsman). Featured on BBC Scotland. It's Love Island meets Whose Line Is It Anyway. Two singles are blindfolded. Will it be love at first sight or a slow-motion car crash? One blind date. Four comics. Unscripted, unhinged, unforgettable. 'A jackpot for people watchers' (USAToday.com).

13 - 25 AUG - 21:40
'Every woman is a killer. You just haven't met the right guy yet.' Lily has heard one too many stories of male violence and decides to take matters into her own hands. Fuelled by anger at her own painful past and a fierce loyalty to her friends, she seeks deadly revenge amongst the entitled abusers of south London. But the path of righteousness is rocky and, despite the thrill of spilling blood, Lily risks everything she holds dear. A darkly funny one-woman show imagining what the world would be like if there was real justice for women.

13 - 25 AUG - 22:20
Beth and Rhoni are dead. Joking! They're 30. But please don't mention it. Friends since they hopped off the train at Liverpool Lime Street with a dream and a side fringe, they've seen each other through every ill-informed fashion, relationship, and life choice. Never ones to back down from theatricality, this stand-up split hour is a nostalgic trip through 2015-2025 for anyone who is 30, has been 30, or dreads turning 30 – complete with photographic evidence and confessions. What better way to commemorate the moments that make them die with embarrassment than a funeral?

14 - 16 AUG - 14:45
Gilded Balloon marks four decades at the festival with a series of special in-conversations featuring comedy greats. In this edition, comedian Kieran Hodgson sits down with Doon Mackichan for a night of laughs and surprises. Together, they'll reflect on the Emmy and BAFTA winner's incredible career so far, including her work on iconic shows such as Smack the Pony, The Day Today, Plebs, Toast of London and her role as everyone's favourite nightmare neighbour in Two Doors Down.

14 - 21 AUG - 21:00
Through powerful original music and spoken word, a folk-rock band retells Mary Queen of Scots' story. The bold gig theatre show searingly questions what Mary faced at the hands of men, offering a mesmerising and riotous response. The hit show is back for 2025, following acclaimed sold-out runs at the 2024 Fringe and the Traverse Theatre in December. 'Superbly anarchic' **** (Scotsman). 'A fifty-minute riot' **** (Herald). 'A big night in a small room' **** (Stage). 'Stunning music and beautiful storytelling come together impeccably' ***** (TheatreAndTonic.co.uk).

15 - 24 AUG - 16:15
As a white, middle-class, straight male with an ok career Jamie fits the current stereotype of a loathsome, over-privileged, toxic bastard. However, because he's blind, he's constantly told he's a role model. FYI, he isn't toxic. But surely he should have the choice to be without people continually telling him he's a hero? As seen on Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News for You, Celebrity MasterChef and QI. Winner of Grierson Awards Best Presenter 2022. 'Completely Priceless' **** (Telegraph). 'MacDonald's continued rise through the comedy ranks seems assured' **** (Scotsman).

15 - 24 AUG - 20:30
Lewis Macleod returns with a brand new show of impersonations as featured on the hit BBC Radio 4 show, Dead Ringers. There's new characters, music and no doubt a certain US President. Come along! A chance to meet the man behind the voices, as 'the impressionists' impressionist' (according to Rory Bremner) delivers a hilarious one man show with a cast of hundreds! How does the viscount of voices do it? Here is your chance to find out! Photo credit: Jacques Villegier

15 - 16 AUG - 23:30
Eight comedians pit their homemade remote-control cars against one another in the world's smallest demolition derby. The winner of each race takes one step closer to glory, the loser has their car smashed with a baseball bat. The cult-hit show returns to Gilded Balloon, hosted by Hudson Hughes and Imogen Truselle with live music from Formula One Direction.

16 - 24 AUG - 11:45
Part comedy. Part tragedy. Mostly empowering. Come on a wild journey of self-discovery and liberation and learn how to f*ck the rule book of life!

16 - 25 AUG - 12:00
In a far-off kingdom, King Diadon spends each night watching his life story performed by a company of players. But on performance number 18,338, he's finally had enough – and gives them three days to come up with something new... or face the chop. Unfortunately, teamwork isn't their strong suit. As panic sets in and chaos erupts, newcomer Rick – confused, unqualified and somehow their last shot at survival – begins to suspect that hidden truths may be lurking behind the curtain. A dark comedy about the masks we wear, and the stories we tell.

EXTRA DATES - 16 & 17 AUG (12:20)
Dark. Funny. Underfunded. And that's just Abby. The criminal justice system is too. After thirty years practicing criminal defence law, Shit Lawyer returns to give unsolicited advice to the Government in its search for bold and innovative approaches to "speed up justice" and "keep streets safe". Can her outrageous and unorthodox suggestions reverse the crisis in our courts?

Tickets for performances from the 18th - 25th August (Nip at 18:20) can be booked here.

Tickets for the 16th and 17th available below.

16 - 19 AUG - 22:00
Paddy Daddy returns... Four nights only! Join very busy, very famous international cabaret star Mark T Cox for a juicy hour of comedy, filth and pop bangers, exploring the joys and horrors of contemporary gay life in rural Ireland. Tales of school scandals, secret affairs, and too many late-night kisses in a Ford Fiesta. With original music and pop icons – J Lo, Kylie, and of course, The Corrs. One for the gays, the girlies, and your newly woke Irish Mammy. 'Gloriously camp cabaret' **** (Irish Times).

17 - 23 AUG - 11:30
Tree of Dreams is an immersive theatrical experience combining music, object storytelling and live projection. Inspired by The Little Prince, The Alchemist and Where the Wild Things Are, this show follows a child navigating life in government housing, confronting fears, the future and embracing growth. They meet powerful creatures representing the forces that shape us. Created by the makers of Fringe sell-out shows Book of Dew and Bob Marley: How Reggae Changed the World, this production blends object storytelling, cinematic visuals and music to create an unforgettable journey into dreams, fear, the future and self-discovery.

17 - 20 AUG - 14:45
Comedy icons Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips horse around in conversation with broadcasting legend Kirsty Wark. Expect nosebags of nonsense, hoof beats of happiness, a gallop through a few favourite sketches and some new surprises with the stars of this double Emmy Award winning show. Join the Ponies as they reflect on their creative journey, the show's lasting legacy and reveal their plans behind the scenes. A must-see for Smack the Pony fans, offering an exclusive peek behind the curtain at one of the UK's most iconic shows.

18 - 23 AUG - 10:00 / 10:45
Looking for a fun and engaging activity for your little one? These enchanting performance workshops from Effectus Theatre combine the power of music, sign and sensory play to create a magical experience for babies. Picture your child exploring the sounds of the animal kingdom while travelling alongside Bruce the butterfly. Together, they'll discover that being just one colour can be a bit dull. What wonders await when Bruce takes his adventure through the rainbow? A sensory-based performance/workshop tailored to infants aged 0-24 months. An immersive, creative experience in a customised, inflatable, sensory pod.

It's a week until The Edinburgh Fringe, and The Bristol Suspensions still don't have a show. Sit in on the group's most unproductive rehearsal to date, where they offer 10 ways to get over heartbreak – from putting yourself out there on dating apps to... getting back with your ex? From International Champions and UK ICCA finalists, featuring songs from Stevie Wonder, Olivia Rodrigo and Wicked The Musical. This show is for anyone unlucky in love, in the friend zone or learning to fall in love with themselves.

18 - 24 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 along the way in his illustrious 30-year career. 'I so enjoyed In Conversation last Fringe,' said Fred, 'it was the perfect mix of guests and audience, who helped make each show truly unique.' Featuring different guests every day, including returning favourites from 2017-19. 'Brilliantly surreal comedy' (Scotsman). 'One of the best comedians Britain has produced' (Richard Osman).

18 - 24 AUG (NOT 20 AUG) - 16:15
After a three-year hiatus, St Andrews' infamous a cappella sensation The Other Guys are storming the Fringe once again – and yes, they've spent those years sweeping the Scottish A Cappella Championships! Expect 60 minutes of pitch-perfect harmonies, sharp suits and even sharper wit in a show packed with pop bangers, Scottish folk, musical theatre and much more. With their signature blend of irreverence, showmanship and comedy, The Other Guys serve up an unforgettable a cappella experience. Come for the tunes, stay for the laughs – this is your must-see musical comedy fix!

18 - 25 AUG - 18:20
Dark. Funny. Underfunded. And that's just Abby. The criminal justice system is too. After thirty years practicing criminal defence law, Shit Lawyer returns to give unsolicited advice to the Government in its search for bold and innovative approaches to "speed up justice" and "keep streets safe". Can her outrageous and unorthodox suggestions reverse the crisis in our courts? Tickets for extra performances on the 16th & 17th August (Coorie at 12:20) can be booked here

18 - 24 AUG - 19:00
Tom Bolton: Magic Man is an interactive, nostalgic magic show that invites audiences on a journey through Tom's childhood fascination with magic. Set in a whimsical, toy-filled bedroom, the show blends heartwarming moments with jaw-dropping illusions. With 'perfect magic' (WorldMagicReview.com) and 'Bolton's friendly charisma and charm' (TheatreAndArtReview.com), it's a family-friendly experience where children become stars and adults rediscover wonder. Featuring levitations, Rubik's Cubes and Cluedo whodunits, Magic Man is, as one reviewer put it, 'a love letter to wonder itself' (FringeBiscuit.co.uk) – a show that proves the magic never really went away.

18 - 25 AUG - 19:40
In the comedy world, where controversy is king, when does the joke stop being funny? Rodney Black's career is booming, thanks to a money-hungry manager and the seemingly impenetrable defence that it's all 'just a joke!' But when a super-fan makes headlines, Rodney's darkest joke becomes nothing to laugh about... Tackling cancel culture, misogyny and what we find funny, 'it's difficult. It will grab audiences, and it doesn't let go' **** (NorthWestEnd.co.uk). 'A big and bold writer to watch' (Nick Blood, Marvel). Award-winning new writing, with a flare for the provocative.

21 & 22 AUG - 13:15
Neurotic comics Hal Cruttenden and Ronni Ancona have launched a podcast ten years too late, where they seek advice from celebrity friends about how to deal with stress. They do this while therapeutically completing a jigsaw (clearly a brilliant idea for an audio format) while riling their Gen Z producer who hates them, as well as their sponsors suing them for brand misuse. Past guests include Jo Brand, Omid Djalili, and Sally Phillips - now, at the Fringe, this hilarious chaos is going live for two shows only. Unpredictable, unhinged and not to be missed.

21 AUG - 19:30
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.

22 & 23 AUG - 14:45
Gilded Balloon marks four decades at the festival with a series of special in-conversations featuring comedy greats. This edition features radio broadcaster, television presenter and singer Michelle McManus.

22 - 24 AUG - 21:00
It's been a few years since Fred MacAulay brought a stand-up show to the Fringe, and even more years since he brought his first stand-up show to the Fringe (32 years!). Still one of Scotland's best loved comedians – and still funny. Find out what's been going on in his life and how he's coping with growing old gracefully (he's not) and being a grandfather (he's loving it, well, who doesn't). Touring this show in the Autumn. 'One of Britain's best comedians' (Richard Osman). 'Fred MacAulay – an elite level comedian' (Kevin Bridges).