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Events in Edinburgh

The Late Show @ The Comedy Attic

Selected dates between 30th June 2023 - 31st December 2024

Join us in the wee hours in The Comedy Attic in Edinburgh, where every weekend we deliver nights packed full of unadulterated comedy mayhem!

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The Joke Gym

Selected dates between 1st January 2024 - 17th July 2024

The Joke Gym ia a stand-up comedy night featuring fresh material from new and established acts, hosted by Julia Sutherland or Viv Gee, at Leith Depot!

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The Best of Scottish Comedy

Selected dates between 18th January 2024 - 25th April 2024

Talk about doing what it says on the tin! Here you go a carload of simply the best comics on the contemporary Scottish circuit.

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The Friday Show

Selected dates between 19th January 2024 - 26th July 2024

Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!

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Dr. Bonk’s Macarbaret

Selected dates between 20th January 2024 - 21st December 2024

Scotland's silliest surgeon, Dr. Bonk, is back with his hit SELL-OUT SHOW 'Dr Bonk's Macarbaret', an evening of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!

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The Saturday Show

Selected dates between 20th January 2024 - 27th July 2024

The Edinburgh Stand's fabulous flagship Saturday show has been sold out every week for the past five years!

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The Saturday Show The Early Show!

Selected dates between 20th January 2024 - 4th May 2024

Join us at the Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill act show!

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Red Raw

Selected dates between 22nd January 2024 - 29th July 2024

Red Raw, our long-running weekly beginner’s showcase is regarded as the best open mic night in the UK. It’s your chance to see the stars of tomorrow today.

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Spandex Comedy

Selected dates between 23rd January 2024 - 30th July 2024

Don't miss out on Spandex Comedy! Join us every Tuesday night for a top night of laughs featuring stand up comedians from across the country dropping in to liven up the start of your week!

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The Edit

Selected dates between 24th January 2024 - 25th June 2024

The Edit provides audiences with the opportunity to see several comedians trying out new political gear at the end of each month.

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The Bright Club

Selected dates between 31st January 2024 - 24th April 2024

The freshest thing in stand-up – straight from the (research) field to funny with a new crop of comedic academics from Scotland's universities every month.

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Phil O’Shea and Friends Fringe Previews

Selected dates between 2nd February 2024 - 5th April 2024

Phil O'Shea brings you a ridiculous work in progress comedy show and a guest preview from one of his favourite comedians at The Banshee Labyrinth!

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Stu and Garry’s Free Improv Show

Selected dates between 6th February 2024 - 3rd December 2024

Marvel as resident duo Stu & Garry weave comedy magic from your suggestions in our long-running improvised show.

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Bona Fide

Selected dates between 11th February 2024 - 1st December 2024

Jay Lafferty invites the cream of Scotland's comics to the Stand Edinburgh to prove their worth by performing material written especially for the theme of the night!

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Comedy at the Waverley Bar

Selected dates between 17th February 2024 - 13th April 2024

Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with 'The Good, The Bad and The Irish', comedy showcase hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter!

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Susan Morrison is historically funny

Selected dates between 25th February 2024 - 29th December 2024

Susan Morrison, host of BBC Radio Scotland's 'Time Travels', will take you through some of Scotland's seediest, skankiest and scandalous history. And the funniest.

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Live events at The Canons Gait

1st March 2024 - 30th March 2024

Check out the Live events at The Canons Gait in Edinburgh Old Town, everything from music, comedy and pub quizzes!

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MC Hammersmith: Straight Outta Brompton

19th March 2024

MC Hammersmith returns to The Stand Edinburgh for another evening of improvised comedy raps based entirely on your suggestions!

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The Cabaret of Dangerous Ideas

Selected dates between 20th March 2024 - 23rd July 2024

Take two top academics, some dangerous ideas, add one comedian and you have the force of nature that is the Cabaret of Dangerous Ideas (CODI)!

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Caroline Rhea: I Identify as a Witch

21st March 2024

Canadian actress and comedian Caroline Rhea returns to Scotland with a show filled with comedy, improv and star-studded Hollywood tales.

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Comedy At Canon’s Gait

Selected dates between 21st March 2024 - 25th July 2024

Get ready for a rib-tickling night of laughter with "The Good, The Bad and The Irish," a weekly comedy showcase hosted by the hilarious Michael Porter every Thursday at The Canons Gait.

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Cracking New Jokes Show

Selected dates between 21st March 2024 - 25th July 2024

Scotland's Best Comedians Live are proud to bring a new weekly showcase to the Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Edinburgh.

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Don’t. Make. Tea.

21st March 2024 - 22nd March 2024

Don’t. Make. Tea. is a riveting new dark comedy from Rob Drummond (Bulletcatch, The Majority) presented by Scotland’s disability-led theatre company at the Traverse Theatre in March.

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The Thinking Drinkers Pub Quiz: Fancy Another Round?

21st March 2024

After a 2022 sell-out run, the world's funniest alcohol experts are back in quizness with a brand new show that serves up FIVE DISCERNING DRINKS for everyone!

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An Evening with Sanjeev Kohli

22nd March 2024

Sanjeev Kohli, best known for his iconic role as 'Navid' in the hit comedy series Still Game, brings his 'evening with' show to Assembly Roxy on 22nd March!

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Adam Rowe - What’s Wrong with Me?

23rd March 2024

Host of the global smash-hit podcast Have A Word & star of Live At The Apollo, Adam Rowe is hitting the road with his brand new stand-up tour! Catch him at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 23rd March!

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Alex Kealy: The Fear (work-in-progress)

23rd March 2024

Catch Alex Kealy when he brings a work-in-progress show to Monkey Barrel on Saturday 23rd March!

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Marjolein Robertson: Work In Progress

23rd March 2024

You should come see this work in progress show from Marjolein Robertson at Monkey Barrel. It's funny. And also pretty horrific. But that's the best kind of funny!

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Reanimator: The Bloody Musical!

23rd March 2024 - 24th March 2024

Based on the famous story by H.P Lovecraft and the hilarious 80’s horror film, Shock Horror Theatre presents 'Reanimator: The Bloody Musical' at The Banshee Labyrinth on 23rd & 24th March!

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Stories of Scotland

23rd March 2024

Bruce Fummey, Scotland's comedy chieftain of history, delves into the well known and not so well known tales that have tickled his interest at Ravelston House, Musselburgh on 23rd March!

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Karl Spain: Well, What Did You Expect?

24th March 2024

In his new show 'Well, What Did You Expect?' Karl Spain talks about how we are where we are and how to solve all the world's problems, don't miss it at The Stand Edinburgh on Sunday 24th March!

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Rachel Fairburn: Work in Progress

24th March 2024

Star of Live at The Apollo, Rachel Fairburn returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy with a WIP of her new show!

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Rachel Kaly: Hospital Hour

24th March 2024

After sold out shows in NYC, LA, and San Francisco, comedian Rachel Kaly is bringing her new hour "Hospital Hour" on the road.

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Richard Blackwood: Live

24th March 2024

Get set for a night that’s not just comedy – it’s a rollercoaster of laughter, stories, and a sneak peek into Richard Blackwood’s incredible 30-year journey!

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Tatty Macleod - Fuge

24th March 2024

Also known as "That French TikTok Lady" stand up comedian Tatty Macleod is bringing her certain je ne sais quoi to the Stand Edinburgh with her debut hour of comedy: FUGUE.

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Stephen Bailey: Crass

26th March 2024

Stephen Bailey makes a very welcome return to the stage with his brand new live show, CRASS! Don't miss him live at The Stand Edinburgh on March 26th!

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Nick Helm’s Super Fun Good Time Show

27th March 2024

Nick Helm – the man with the golden larynx and greatest living all-round entertainer – is BACK! Catch him at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 27th March!

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The Bugle Live

28th March 2024

The Bugle, one of the known universe's longest running and most successful podcasts, is back on the road! Don't miss it at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Thursday 28th March!

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Eleanor Conway: Talk Dirty To Me

30th March 2024

With over 100 million views online, award-winning stand-up Eleanor Conway is back with a sex positive, high energy banger about the pleasure gap.

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Frankie Boyle: Lap of Shame

30th March 2024

The hilarious Frankie Boyle returns to Edinburgh Playhouse with his 'Lap of Shame' tour on Saturday 30th March!

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Tadiwa Mahlunge: Inhibition Exhibition

30th March 2024

Fresh from a sell-out Edinburgh Fringe run, Tadiwa Mahlunge, one of the country’s top new stand-ups brings their ‘impressive debut’ (The Guardian) back to Edinburgh.

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Ciaran Bartlett: Giant

31st March 2024

Hot on the heels of two sold-out SSE Arena dates Belfast comedian Ciarán Bartlett announces his brand new GIANT tour with a date at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 31st March!

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Soup Group: Art Show! Kids Show!

31st March 2024

Soup Group, a silly physical comedy show for all the family, comes to The Stand Edinburgh on Sunday 31st March!

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Martin Angolo: Live Comedian

5th April 2024

Break out stand up star Martin Angolo brings his unique brand of intelligent one liners and stories to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 5th April.

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Comedy At Canon’s Gait

Selected dates between 6th April 2024 - 28th July 2024

Don't miss out on the uproarious experience that has Edinburgh and beyond rolling in laughter at The Canon's Gait every weekend!

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Janey: On Screen & On Stage

6th April 2024

Cosmic Cat and Hopscotch Films present a night of film and live comedy with Janey Godley at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 6th April!

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Krystal Evans: The Hottest Girl at Burn Camp

6th April 2024

The Hottest Girl at Burn Camp is an emotional rollercoaster of a show that offers a hilarious take on some of the defining moments in Krystal Evans’ life.

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Raphael Ghanem: SE É QUE VOCÊ ME ENTENDE

7th April 2024

For the first time, a Brazilian comedian comes to Scotland to make the Brazilians who live here quench their longing for a good laugh that only a Brazilian comedian can get!

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Tommy Tiernan: Tommedian

7th April 2024

Tommy Tiernan's brand new show 'tommedian' is a fun fueled trip through the comic imagination of one of the best comedians in the world... don't miss it at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh in April!

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Charlie Baker 24 Hour Pasty People

9th April 2024

Award-winning comedian, tap dancer and Talksport radio host Charlie Baker brings an hour of stand-up drenched in manure, cider and clotted cream to the Stand Edinburgh on 9th April!

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Ashley Gavin

10th April 2024

Don’t miss the chance to see Ashley Gavin on her first ever UK tour at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Wednesday 10th April!

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Matt Forde: Inside No 10

10th April 2024

Join Matt Forde at the Assembly Roxy on 10th April as he explores the dark comedy horror that is British politics, ahead of the next election!

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Mike Rice: Nasty Character

11th April 2024 - 12th April 2024

Join Mike Rice at Monkey Barrel Comedy in April as he embarks on his debut hour of his hilarious new show!

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75 Years of Dr John Cooper Clarke

12th April 2024 - 13th April 2024

Don't miss Dr John Cooper Clarke's latest live show with its mix of classic verse, extraordinary new material, hilarious ponderings on modern life, good honest gags, riffs and chat!

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Sikisa: Hear Me Out

13th April 2024

Following her highly acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Fringe, three-time Leicester Comedy Award nominee Sikisa brings her show 'Hear Me Out' to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 13th April!

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Chris Cantrill: Easily Swayed (WIP)

14th April 2024

Join Chris Cantrill as he wrestles with the consequences of exile, middle-aged friendships and the best way to admit you wear a cape sometimes!

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Josh Baulf & Friends

16th April 2024

After amassing millions of views worldwide Josh Baulf will take to multiple stages across the UK for a night of stand-up comedy, including The Stand Edinburgh on Tuesday 16th April!

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Simon Munnery’s Jerusalem

17th April 2024

Simon Munnery endeavours to serve up satire, comedy and poetry with one eye on the distant past, and the other locked laser-like on the future with his new show Jerusalem!

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Paul Riley: The Little Boy That Santa Claus Forgot

18th April 2024

In a career spanning over 35 years of acting, writing and performing, Paul Riley is delighted to announce his brand new stand-up show for 2024 “The Little Boy That Santa Claus Forgot”.

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Ray Bradshaw: Doppelginger

18th April 2024

Multi award winning comedian Ray Bradshaw brings his new, funny, heartwarming comedy show 'Doppelginger' to the Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 18th April!

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Stuart McPherson: Work in Progress

19th April 2024

Don't miss this brand new hour of jokes from Stuart McPherson, the co-host of the Some Laugh podcast and Scot Squad star, ahead of this year's Fringe.

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Lauren Pattison: Work In Progress

20th April 2024

Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominee Lauren Pattison is back with the beginnings of a brand new show. Catch her at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 20th April!

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Liam Withnail: Chronic Boom

20th April 2024

Liam Withnail takes his hit show Chronic Boom on his first UK tour and stops off at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 20th April.

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Dan Jones: This Seems Ambitious

21st April 2024

Fresh from his sellout Edinburgh Fringe run; award-winning comedian Dan Jones brings his debut stand-up show to The Stand Edinburgh!

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Morgan Jay

21st April 2024

With two specials, 3 albums, TV appearances and millions of followers and views across all social media platforms, Morgan Jay brings his unique blend of music and comedy to Monkey Barrel Comedy!

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An Evening with Rebel Wilson

24th April 2024

This intimate evening with Rebel Wilson will take us on a journey which shows us how to love ourselves while always remembering the value of laughing.

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Jackie Fabulous

24th April 2024

Jackie is set to take the UK by storm as she embarks on her first UK tour and you can catch her at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 24th April!

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Luisa Omielan: Bitter (Live Recording)

25th April 2024

If following the rule book doesn't work for us any more, maybe it's time we write some new ones. Welcome to Bitter. The brand new show from Luisa Omielan!

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Alison Spittle: Soup

26th April 2024

Co-host of BBC Sounds' hugely popular Wheel of Misfortune podcast, Alison Spittle brings her critically-acclaimed 2023 show to Monkey Barrel Comedy!

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Ari Eldjárn: Return of the Icelandic

27th April 2024

Ari Eldjárn, Iceland’s biggest stand up comedian (and first-ever Netflix star), returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 27th April!

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Josh Jones: Work In Progress

27th April 2024

Enjoy a brand new hour from Josh Jones, BBC New Comedy Award finalist and Edinburgh’s Best Newcomer Award nominee 2022, at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 27th April!

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John Robertson’s The Dark Room

28th April 2024

Comedian John Robertson's The Dark Room is a gut-busting rock n' roll experience for everyone who buys a ticket! Don't miss it at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 28th April!

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John Robertson’s The Dark Room (For Kids!)

28th April 2024

John Robertson’s terrifying, live-action videogame 'The Dark Room’ now comes with a family-friendly flavour! Part stand-up comedy show, part theatre; all interactive and insane!

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Ed Patrick: Catch Your Breath

30th April 2024

NHS anaesthetist, comedian and author Ed Patrick brings a gut-punch show to The Stand Edinburgh!

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The Bomb Squad Pod Live

30th April 2024

The Bomb Squad Pod heads to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Tuesday 30th April for a very special live show!

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Fin Taylor: Ask Your Mother

1st May 2024

Fresh from the viral success of his hit web series Fin vs The Internet, that comedian your mother doesn’t like you seeing shares a new hour of brutally funny stand-up for 2024.

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Jack Docherty: David Bowie & Me: Parallel Lives

2nd May 2024

BAFTA award-winning star of Scot Squad and Absolutely, Jack Docherty brings his critically-acclaimed show David Bowie & Me to the Howden Park Centre on 2nd May!

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The Great Edinburgh May Day Cabaret

2nd May 2024

Featuring a fantastic line-up, the Great Edinburgh May Day Cabaret is a celebration of International Workers’ Day.

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Laura Belbin: Too Much

3rd May 2024

Laura Belbin is taking to the stage with her brand new show with one question, is there such a thing as too much???

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Jack Docherty: David Bowie and Me - Parallel Lives

4th May 2024

BAFTA award-winning star of Scot Squad and Absolutely, Jack Docherty brings his critically-acclaimed show David Bowie & Me to the Corn Exchange Haddington on Saturday 4th May!

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Miles Jupp - On I Bang

9th May 2024

Miles Jupp brings his new show to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 9th May! It's a tale about surprise, fear, luck, love and qualified medical practitioners.

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Morgan Rees: Turning Thirsty

9th May 2024

Award-nominated online sensation Morgan Rees embarks on his first ever UK tour with Turning Thirsty and you can catch him at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 9th May!

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Tom Houghton: It’s Not Ideal

9th May 2024

Multi-viral and social media sensation Tom Houghton sets out on the road with his biggest and most hilarious show yet, don't miss him live at the Stand Edinburgh on May 9th!

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Jaackmaate’s Happy Hour: The Big Fat Massive Hunt

10th May 2024

JaackMaate’s Happy Hour Podcast is back on the road with a yet another stage show nobody asked for. Catch it at The Queen's Hall on Friday 10th May!

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A Jaunt Round Auld Reekie - Part of Edinburgh Tradfest 2024

11th May 2024

Join mad auld Auntie Bee and her long-suffering niece Bonnie McRee on a tour of Auld Reekie, past and present, real and imagined, without leaving the cosy Storytelling Court!

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Julian Clary - Fistful of Clary

11th May 2024

Julian Clary, renowned homosexual and national trinket, is fixing to saddle up and head on out for his 2024 UK tour and you can catch him at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 11th May!

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Krystal Evans: Hospitality Horror Show (WIP)

15th May 2024

Following her critically acclaimed, award nominated debut hour The Hottest Girl at Burn Camp, Krystal is back with a brand new hour of stand up at Monkey Barrel Comedy!

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Jack Docherty: David Bowie & Me: Parallel Lives

16th May 2024 - 18th May 2024

BAFTA award-winning star of Scot Squad and Absolutely, Jack Docherty brings his critically-acclaimed show David Bowie & Me to the Traverse Theatre in May!

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Lou Conran: Tangent

16th May 2024

Award-winning comedian Lou Conran embarks on her first mini tour around the UK and stops off at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 16th May!

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Romesh Ranganathan: Hustle

16th May 2024 - 17th May 2024

After a sell-out tour in 2022, Romesh Ranganathan is back with a brand-new show examining the human condition. Join him at Edinburgh Playhouse on 16th & 17th May 2024!

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The Big Fab Comedy Show

16th May 2024

Enjoy a rip-roaring night of live stand-up comedy starring the TV names you know and love alongside some of the hottest up-and-coming talent from across Scotland and the UK!

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David Nihill: Shelf Help

17th May 2024

After a sold-out international run of his last show Cultural Appreciation, David Nihill is back with his new show, Shelf Help and brings it to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 17th May!

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Carl Donnelly: Glow Up!

18th May 2024

Carl Donnelly returns looking and feeling great – which is surprising considering he’s officially hit middle age and has had a tough couple of years.

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Chris Kent - Back At It

19th May 2024

Cork man Chris Kent brings his brand new show 'Back At It' to The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh on 19th May!

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Mary Bourke - The Best Of Me!

19th May 2024

Irish Comic Mary Bourke is taping her comedy special! It's one hundred per cent pure comedy gold that is rammed full of top quality jokes and storytelling.

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Catherine Bohart: Again, With Feelings

22nd May 2024

Catherine Bohart is back with her new show 'Again, With Feelings'. Catch her at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh on Wednesday 22 May!

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Paddy Raff: Gimme A Minute

23rd May 2024

Northern Ireland comedy sensation Paddy Raff brings his popular brand of stand-up & musical comedy to The Stand Edinburgh on Thursday 23rd May!

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Avital Ash: Workshops Her Suicide Note

24th May 2024

Avital Ash's debut at Monkey Barrel Comedy explores explores growing up a Hasidic Jew, depression, queer identity, and generational Holocaust trauma, all while being hilarious.

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Tom Davis: Underdog

24th May 2024

Embarking on his biggest tour to date with his brand new show, ‘Underdog’, Tom will be exploring life as the longshot. Catch him at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 24th May!

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Gianmarco Soresi: The Leaning In Tour

25th May 2024

Gianmarco Soresi, a New York based stand-up comedian, actor, and creator brings his tour to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 25th May!

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The Bechdel Cast

26th May 2024

The Bechdel Cast is coming to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 26th May for a special live show!

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I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue

27th May 2024

Join chairman Jack Dee, a panel of top comedians plus pianist Colin Sell for an unmissable evening of inspired nonsense.

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Iain Stirling: RELEVANT

31st May 2024

BAFTA-winning comedian, national sensation and extremely funny Iain Stirling, is bringing his intuitive razor-sharp humour to the Festival Theatre with brand new show, RELEVANT!

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Jin Hao Li: Swimming in a Submarine (Work in Progress)

1st June 2024

Enjoy a debut work in progress from BBC New Comedy Awards & Chortle Student Awards finalist Jin Hao Li at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 1st June!

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Just The Tonic with Susie McCabe - CANCELLED

1st June 2024

Catch award-winning comedian Susie McCabe at Just the Tonic Comedy Club in Greyfriars Charteris Centre on Saturday 1st June!

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Mick McNeill: I’m Not Anything

1st June 2024

Mick McNeill’s rapid climb up the Scottish comedy ladder has seen him become a weekend favourite at every comedy club in the country and you can catch him at Monkey Barrel Conmedy on 1st June!

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WiFi Wars

1st June 2024

WiFi Wars returns with the live comedy game show where you all play along! Don't miss it at The Stand Edinburgh on 1st June!

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Patrick Monahan: Exclusively

2nd June 2024

High energy comedy meets hilarious material. Patrick Monahan works the room, makes an effortless connection and becomes everybody’s favourite comedian!

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MC Hammersmith’s Freestyle Breakdown (WIP)

4th June 2024

For one night only, MC Hammersmith is completely improvising 100 % of the content, including the structure at Monkey Barrel comedy on 4th June!

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Vittorio Angelone: Work In Progress

7th June 2024

Vittorio Angelone previews a work in progress of his brand new show at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Friday 7th June, ahead of the Fringe Festival.

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Bilar Zafar: Imposter

8th June 2024

Bilal Zafar, nominated for Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Fringe and winner of New Act of the Year 2016, is back with a brand-new show. Catch him at The Stand Edinburgh on 8th June!

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Horatio Gould: Sweet Prince

8th June 2024

After his sell-out Edinburgh Fringe run, Horatio is bringing his critically acclaimed debut hour to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 8th June!

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Joe Sutherland: Miss World (WIP)

8th June 2024

Joe ‘could have been a dancer’ Sutherland returns to say a bunch of naughty things in a new work-in-progress show to prepare for an international tour.

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Tom Allen: Completely

8th June 2024

Comedian Tom Allen is coming to Edinburgh! Tom is back on the road with his brand new show Completely, don't miss him at the Edinburgh Playhouse on Saturday 8th June 2024!

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Marjolein Robertson: Thank God Fish Don’t Have Hands

9th June 2024

Shetland comedian Marjolein performs her sell-out, five star, ADHD fueled show, Thank God Fish Don't Have Hands, at the Stand Edinburgh on Sunday 9 June!

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Steve Bugeja: Self Doubt (I Think)

13th June 2024

Steve Bugeja, the creator and star of ITV2's hit sitcom, Buffering, returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Thursday 13th June!

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An Audience with Karen Dunbar

14th June 2024

Spend an unforgettable evening in Karen Dunbar's company at the Howden Park Centre as she share stories, jokes and insights from her incredible career!

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Amy Matthews: Work in Progress

21st June 2024

Amy Matthews brings a work in progress version of her latest show to the Monkey Barrel stage on Friday 21st June!

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Robin Grainger: An Audient with Robin Grainger

22nd June 2024

Don't miss Robin Grainger when he brings his new show to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 22nd June!

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Yuriko Kotani: Work In Progress

22nd June 2024

Winner of the BBC New Comedy Award, UK-based Japanese comedian Yuriko Kotani is going to tell stories of her experiences, thoughts and imagination as a work in progress.

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Brian Butterfield: Call Of Now

23rd June 2024

Brian Butterfield is once again heading out to reach the masses with his CALL OF NOW tour and you can catch him at The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on Sunday 23rd June!

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The Muslims are Coming

23rd June 2024

The Muslims Are Coming to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Sunday 23rd June... so round up your friends and join us for an uplifting night of laughter!

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Epic Rap Battles of History

30th June 2024

Comedy rap series, Epic Rap Battles of History, which pits notable historical and pop culture figures against one another in a rap battle format is coming to The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 30th June!

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Sofie Hagen: Will I Ever Have Sex Again? (Book & Stand-Up Tour)

4th July 2024

Sofie Hagen is bringing her brand new stand-up show and her brand new book on tour and stops off at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 4th July!

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Girls Night OUT

6th July 2024

Five-Star Hit show from the World famous Edinburgh Fringe Festival: Flat & the Curves are leaving a trail of Sequins across the UK on their 2024 tour! Catch them at the Howden Park Centre in July!

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Helen Bauer: Work In Progress

6th July 2024

Helen Bauer presents a work in progress show of her new thoughts and feelings on pretty much everything at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 6th July.

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An Evening with David Sedaris

10th July 2024

David Sedaris will take An Evening With David Sedaris across the UK and Ireland in summer 2024. Catch him live at the Usher Hall on Wednesday 10th July!

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Sam Lake: Esméralda (Work in Progress)

13th July 2024

Award-winning stand up Sam Lake uncovers the mystery behind his mother’s powerful last words in this WIP at Monkey Barrel Comedy!

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Luke Kidgell: Happy Hour

26th July 2024

After his sold out International Cheers to that! tour, Luke Kidgell is back on the road with his brand-new show Happy Hour, don't miss it at the Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Friday 26th July!

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Ireland The Show

30th July 2024

Ireland the Show will take you on a journey through the decades of a globally loved culture. If it’s all things Irish you like then this is the show for you!

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Biscuit Barrel: Not Another 69-Sketch Show

31st July 2024 - 26th August 2024

Featuring slapstick and wordplay at break-neck speed the Biscuit Barrel return to the Edinburgh Fringe for their fifth year!

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Paul Smith: Pablo

31st July 2024

Attention all comedy fans! Paul Smith is bringing his biggest and funniest tour yet, Pablo, to Edinburgh Playhouse on Wednesday 31st July!

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Edinburgh Festival Fringe

2nd August 2024 - 26th August 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Fringe returns from 2nd to 26th August 2024 with artists and performers taking to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste.

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Fringe by the Sea

2nd August 2024 - 11th August 2024

Fringe by the Sea is back with a bang! With over 250 events between August 2nd and 11th in the beautiful seaside town of North Berwick, there's something to suit every taste!

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Margolyes & Dickens: The Best Bits

7th August 2024 - 15th August 2024

Unstoppable 82-year-old Miriam Margolyes returns to the Fringe with her new show 'The Best Bits'!

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Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny

8th August 2024 - 10th August 2024

One of the world's best loved comedians, Jimmy Carr, is back on tour with brand-new show, Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny. Don't miss him live at Edinburgh Playhouse in August!

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Adam Kay - Undoctored

17th August 2024

The nation's twelfth-favourite doctor, Adam Kay, brings his brand new show to Edinburgh, fresh from a record-breaking run at the Edinburgh Fringe and a sell-out season in the West End!

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Fern Brady - I Gave You Milk To Drink

22nd August 2024

Scotland’s queen of comedy, Fern Brady, is back on tour with a brand new show. Catch her at Edinburgh Playhouse on Thursday 22nd August!

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Ben Elton - Authentic Stupidity

3rd September 2024

Ben Elton, the undisputed godfather of modern stand-up, is going back on the road with his new show – Authentic Stupidity and brings it to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh in September!

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Blame It On The Bucky

5th September 2024

From the production company that brought you, Singin I'm no a Billy He's a Tim! Working Class productions are back with brand new, hilarious play, 'Blame it on the Bucky'!

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Carl Hutchinson - Today Years Old

5th September 2024

Carl Hutchinson is back for a third consecutive back-to-back tour which will see him return to The Stand Edinburgh on Thursday 5th September!

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Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer

13th September 2024

Don't miss Sarah Millican when she brings her new show 'Late Bloomer' to Edinburgh Playhouse on Friday 13th September 2024!

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John Bishop: Back At It

14th September 2024

Comedy superstar John Bishop is getting Back At It – doing what he does best - with a new UK stand-up tour for 2024 and brings it to the Usher Hall Edinburgh on 14th September!

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Nish Kumar: Nish, Don’t Kill My Vibe

14th September 2024

Nish Kumar – one of The Guardian and The Telegraph's 50 Best Comedians of the 21st Century – is back on tour with his brand new politically-charged stand-up show, Nish, Don't Kill My Vibe!

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Andrew O’Neill: Geburah

15th September 2024

Fresh from acting opposite John Hamm in Good Omens 2, cult comedian and nonbinary whirlwind Andrew O'Neill presents an act of symbolic, magical regicide.

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Jake Lambert: The Sunshine Kid

17th September 2024

Described as 'A joke machine' by The Telegraph, Jake Lambert is trying to figure out who he is and who everyone else is, too! Join him at The Stand Edinburgh for his new show, The Sunshine Kid!

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Auld Pals - An evening with the cast of ‘Still Game’

20th September 2024

Whether you're a superfan or just looking for a great night out, 'Auld Pals - An Evening With The Cast Of Still Game' at The Queen's Hall is not to be missed!

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Blame It On The Bucky - World Premier Tour

21st September 2024

From the production company that brought you, Singin I'm no a Billy He's a Tim! Working Class productions are back with brand new, hilarious play, 'Blame it on the Bucky'!

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Myra Dubois: Be Well

21st September 2024

Having left audiences across the globe in physical pain from laughter with her take-no-prisoners brand of rapid-fire comedy, Myra DuBois returns to The Stand Edinburgh with Be Well!

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Maisie Adam - Appraisal

22nd September 2024

Maisie Adam is heading back out on tour with her brand new solo show 'Appraisal' and brings it to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 22nd September!

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Gavin Webster: An Evening Of Swearing and Shouting

26th September 2024

Expect to be entertained with swears and shouts when Gavin Webster brings his upcoming tour to The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh on Thursday 26th September!

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Serena Terry: All Tied Up

27th September 2024

After the incredible success of her first stand up UK and Ireland tour, Serena Terry aka Mummy Banter is going back on the road with a brand new show!

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Lloyd Griffiths: Baroque & Roll

29th September 2024

Fresh from supporting Jack Whitehall on his 2023 UK arena tour, comedian Lloyd Griffith brings his brand new show ‘Baroque and Roll’ to The Stand Edinburgh on 29th September!

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Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time

3rd October 2024

Attributed to Mark Twain, humour is defined as Tragedy Plus Time. Join Ed Byrne at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh as he tests that formula by mining the most tragic event in his life for laughs.

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Matt Bragg: Matt Bragg Has Nothing Wrong with Him - CANCELLED

4th October 2024

Recently described by Chortle as a mix between Jack Dee and Frank Skinner wrapped in a Mod's fashion sense, Matt Bragg is taking his debut show on tour! Catch him at the Stand Edinburgh in 2024!

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Hairspray the Musical

7th October 2024 - 12th October 2024

The smash hit musical comedy Hairspray returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in October 2024. Don't miss it!

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Travis Jay: Travisty

9th October 2024

Following his sell-out show at London's Bloomsbury Theatre, his run at Soho Theatre and a critically acclaimed Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut, Travis Jay brings his brand-new show to the Stand!

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Schalk Bezuidenhout: Keeping Up

13th October 2024

South African comedian and actor Schalk Bezuidenhout returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy with his now show 'Keeping Up' on 13th October!

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Clinton Baptiste: Roller Ghoster!

18th October 2024

Solo again, Clinton Baptiste, Britain's most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights, comes to Edinburgh with his brand new hilarious one-man stand-up show!

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Laura Lexx: Slinky

18th October 2024

Join multi award winning stand up star and viral sensation Laura Lexx (Live at the Apollo, Mock The Week, Hypothetical, The Now Show) with her highly anticipated UK tour: Slinky.

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Gary Meikle: No Refunds

24th October 2024 - 25th October 2024

Scottish Comedy Award winner and viral sensation Gary Meikle will bring his No Refunds tour to the Howden Park Centre on Thursday 24th October 2024!

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Pierre Novellie: Why Are You Laughing?

24th October 2024

Pierre Novellie is known for his award-winning comedy/observations. Come and see him live at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 24th October!

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Red Richardson: Bugatti Live

31st October 2024 - 1st November 2024

Red Richardson is one of the most exciting new stand up comedians in the UK. Join him on his first ever UK tour for a hilarious hour of stand up comedy at Monkey Barrel!

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Auld Pals - An Evening With The Cast Of Still Game

1st November 2024

Whether you're a superfan or just looking for a great night out, 'Auld Pals - An Evening With The Cast Of Still Game' at Haddington Corn Exchange is not to be missed!

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Finlay Christie - OK Zoomer

2nd November 2024

Fast-rising star and award-winning stand-up Finlay Christie brings his show OK Zoomer to The Stand Edinburgh on Saturday 2nd November!

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Kevin Bloody Wilson

2nd November 2024

Kevin Bloody Wilson, the Aussie funnyman who stands out as a beacon for PC pushback, has announced a series of 2024 UK tour dates including a night at the EICC in November!

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The Horne Section’s Hit Show

4th November 2024

The six-headed comedy band includes five outstanding musicians and one non-musical stand-up. Expect comedy, songs, enthusiastic dancing, and a lot of mucking about!

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Only Fools & Horses The Musical

5th November 2024 - 9th November 2024

Stick a pony in your pocket – The Trotters are back and coming to Edinburgh Playhouse in November 2024!

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Milton Jones: Ha!Milton

7th November 2024

This is not a musical. Milton Jones is back on tour with brand-new show Ha!milton. Don't miss it at the Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Thursday 7th November!

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Tez Ilyas: After Eight

7th November 2024

One of the most celebrated stars in British comedy, Tez Ilyas is back with his hilarious new show 'After Eight' and brings it to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 7th November!

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Gary Meikle: No Refunds

9th November 2024

Scottish Comedy Award winner and viral sensation Gary Meikle will bring his No Refunds tour to the Assembly Roxy on 9th November 2024!

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Mo Gilligan: In The Moment World Tour

9th November 2024

Triple BAFTA winning stand-up sensation, Mo Gilligan, returns with his highly anticipated World Tour… In the Moment. Catch him at the EICC on Saturday 9th November 2024!

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Janey Godley - Why Is She Still Here?

16th November 2024

Against all odds and filled with heaps of chemo Janey Godley returns this Autumn with her show 'Why Is She Still Here?', don't miss it at the EICC on Saturday 16th November!

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Paddy McGuinness: Nearly There…

17th November 2024

One of the country’s best-loved and most popular comedians Paddy McGuinness has announced a major UK tour with a date at the Usher Hall on Sunday 17th November!

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Alfie Brown: Red Flags Galore!

24th November 2024

In his new show, award winning comedian Alfie Brown is showing signs that he probably can't have a healthy relationship and proceeding down the road with him would be emotionally dangerous.

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Jason Manford - A Manford All Seasons

24th November 2024

Jason Manford is back with a new live show for 2024/5 - A Manford All Seasons and brings it to Edinburgh Playhouse on Sunday 24th November 2024!

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Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Peacock

29th November 2024

Star of 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Have I Got News For You and QI Kiri Pritchard-McLean is back with a brand new show!

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Singin’ I’m No A Billy He’s A Tim

1st February 2025

Des Dillon's smash hit comedy, Singing I'm No A Billy He's A Tim, comes to Reconnect Regal Theatre as part of it's 20th Anniversary tour!

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Jenny Eclair: Jokes Jokes Jokes Live!

22nd February 2025

In celebration of the release of her hilarious memoir of the same name, comedian, novelist, and professional show-off Jenny Eclair comes to The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh on 22nd February!

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Lou Sanders - No Kissing In The Bingo Hall

8th March 2025

It's time for a little get together; so pull up a chair and get all cosy as Lou Sanders brings her new show, No Kissing In the Bingo Hall, to the Queen's Hall on Saturday 8th March!

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Katherine Ryan - Battleaxe

21st March 2025

Award-winning comedian, writer, presenter, and actress Katherine Ryan will bring her new show Battleaxe to the Edinburgh International Conference Centre on Friday 21st March!

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Eshaan Akbar: Live 2025

27th March 2025

Eshaan Akbar is back doing jokes on tour! His previous tour, the Pretender, was described by The Times as 'pretty sick' (not an actual quote) so this one is likely to be mad good!

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Russell Kane: HyperActive

28th March 2025

Russell Kane is back on tour, and his brand new show, HyperActive, heads to Edinburgh Playhouse on 28th March 2025!

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Singin’ I’m No A Billy He’s A Tim

5th April 2025

Des Dillon's smash hit comedy, Singing I'm No A Billy He's A Tim, comes to the Howden Park Centre as part of it's 20th Anniversary tour!

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Rob Beckett: Giraffe

26th June 2025

From Bromley to Brisbane, Rob Beckett’s new show Giraffe is going worldwide. Catch it at Edinburgh Playhouse on Thursday 26th June 2025!

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Comedy Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Comedy Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Monty Python and the Holy Grail: The 48th 1/2 Year Anniversary - Quote-a-long

Monty Python and the Holy Grail: The 48th 1/2 Year Anniversary - Quote-a-long

30th March 2024

Monty Python and The Holy Grail returns to the big screen to mark its 48th and ½ anniversary! Don't miss this special quote-a-long screening at Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 30th March!

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Okomedy - Clarkston Comedy

Okomedy - Clarkston Comedy

24th March 2024

Enjoy a night of comedy from some of Scotland's favourite comedians at Okomedy in Clarkston, the show on Sunday 24th March will feature headliner Gary Little!

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Jack Docherty: David Bowie & Me: Parallel Lives

Jack Docherty: David Bowie & Me: Parallel Lives

3rd May 2024

Following rave reviews and a sell-out run at Edinburgh Fringe, BAFTA award-winning star of Scot Squad and Absolutely, Jack Docherty brings his critically-acclaimed show David Bowie & Me to Giffnock!

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Comedy Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Comedy Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

An Audience with Karen Dunbar

An Audience with Karen Dunbar

27th April 2024

Comedian, actress and writer Karen Dunbar is heading out on a Scottish tour, don't miss her live at St Andrew's Town Hall on Saturday 27th April!

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Larry Dean: Dodger

Larry Dean: Dodger

21st March 2025

Join Larry Dean as he brings his hilarious new show Dodger, about identity, heroes and the benefits of being a dafty, to the Lochgelly Centre on Friday 21st March!

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Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer

Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer

11th September 2024 - 12th September 2024

Don't miss Sarah Millican when she brings her new show 'Late Bloomer' to The Alhambra Theatre on Wednesday 11th and Thursday 12th September 2024!

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Comedy Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Comedy Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience

Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience

17th April 2024

Be part of the action as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve up mayhem on a plate alongside a 3-course meal and two hours of non-stop laughter at Arta Glasgow!

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2 Leopards: The Leopard Prince & The Leopard Prints

2 Leopards: The Leopard Prince & The Leopard Prints

24th March 2024

Following on from two great shows at the Edinburgh Fringe, two of Glasgow's finest bring their dark and biting observational comedy to the GICF, with twisted stories from opposite sides of the globe!

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Janey Godley - Why Is She Still Here?

Janey Godley - Why Is She Still Here?

17th November 2024

Against all odds and filled with heaps of chemo Janey Godley returns this Autumn with her show 'Why Is She Still Here?', don't miss it at the SEC Armadillo on Sunday 17th November!

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Comedy Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Comedy Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Tanyalee Davis Live

Tanyalee Davis Live

26th March 2024

Tanyalee Davis brings her own unique perspective and somewhat racy brand of comedy to Cumbernauld New Town Hall on Tuesday 26th March!

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Janey: On Screen & On Stage

Janey: On Screen & On Stage

14th April 2024

Cosmic Cat and Hopscotch Films present a night of film and live comedy with Janey Godley at Lanternhouse on Sunday 14th April!

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This Is Where We Get Off

This Is Where We Get Off

26th April 2024

This Is Where We Get Off is a 'confident, hilarious play full of truth and heart' don't miss it when it comes to East Kilbride Arts Centre on Friday 26th April!

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Comedy Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Comedy Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Janey: On Screen & On Stage

Janey: On Screen & On Stage

20th March 2024

Cosmic Cat and Hopscotch Films present a night of film and live comedy with Janey Godley at Beacon Arts Centre on Wednesday 20th March!

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Diet

Diet

23rd August 2024 - 24th August 2024

This highly relatable comedy follows five overweight souls who find comfort and solace attending their local diet class.

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Gail Porter: Hung Drawn and Portered

Gail Porter: Hung Drawn and Portered

29th May 2024

Gail Porter is taking her hilarious stand up show, Hung Drawn and Portered, on tour which will include a night at the Beacon Arts Centre on Wednesday 29th May!

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Comedy Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Comedy Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

An Audience with Karen Dunbar

An Audience with Karen Dunbar

26th April 2024

Comedian, actress and writer Karen Dunbar is heading out on a Scottish tour, don't miss her live at Dunblane's Victoria Hall on Friday 26th April!

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Peter Kay Tribute

Peter Kay Tribute

15th September 2024

Simon Mark, the UK’s most authentic tribute act to the comedy sensation of Peter Kay, brings his tour to Victoria Hall Dunblane on Sunday 15th September!

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Substate Comedy Club

Substate Comedy Club

12th April 2024

The Royal Oak in Alloa is the place to be on April 12th, with five of Scotland's funniest comedians all lined up for a night you'll never forget!

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Events in Other Areas

That’ll Be The Day

That’ll Be The Day

15th May 2024 - 16th May 2024

That'll Be The Day returns to The Gaiety Theatre for another momentous celebration of the most iconic moments in music and comedy from the 50s, 60s, 70s & 80s!

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