The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh
With solo shows from better known performers and prime stand-up every weekend, there’s always something going on at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
About The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh
| 5 York Place, Edinburgh New Town EH1 3EB | |
| 01315587272 | |
| The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh Website | |
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Established in 1995, the club runs three purpose built venues in Edinburgh Glasgow and Newcastle. They are all week with a varied programme of contemporary comedy featuring the best Scottish and international comedians.
Started by a bunch of enthusiasts as a hobby, The Stand has now become a successful commercial company, but one that is true to its roots of developing new comedy in Scotland and giving audiences variety and value.
The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh programme includes the Red Raw beginners’ nights, improvised comedy, sketch shows, the all female Wicked Wenches, plus Irish and Scottish showcases. Together with solo shows from better known performers and prime stand-up every weekend, there’s always something going on.
Many performers and critics regard the clubs as among the best comedy venues in the world. Just over one hundred thousand people came last year. Maybe it’s time to come and see for yourself.
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Upcoming Events at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh
The Early Saturday Show!
Join us at the Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill act show!
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Phil Nichol - Trying My Best
Phil Nichol has been getting better at comedy since March 1987. One of these days he may just get it right. Catch him at The Stand Edinburgh on 9th December!
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The Thursday Show
The weekend starts here! Catch five acts on a two hour stand-up showcase at The Stand Edinburgh on selected Thursdays through the year!
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How To Win A Pub Quiz: Christmas Edition
Part stand-up, part actual pub quiz. The Edinburgh Fringe cult smash is coming to The Stand Edinburgh on 12th & 13th December for a Christmas special.
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Tom Stade - Naughty By Nature
Direct from the Edinburgh festival, and his last smash-hit nationwide tour, Tom Stade, the legendary Canadian stand-up star, is back on the road with a brand-new show.
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The Stand Christmas Special
Forget wearing paper hats and eating over-priced turkey – instead come and get some Christmas cheer from the very best comics from the UK and beyond at The Stand Edinburgh!
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Susan Morrison is historically funny
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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Weegie Hink Ae Adult Panto? Presents - The Wizard of Aw Naw...
Weegie Hink Ae That? And Gary Faulds return for another year of hilarious and completely uncensored panto comedy gold when they bring The Wizard Of Aw Naw to The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
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Hogmanay Specials
Get ready to wave goodbye to the old and start a fresh with some much need comedy at the Stand Edinburgh!
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The Friday Show
Let your hair down at the end of the week with fabulous Friday fun at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh!
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The Saturday Show
Join us at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh for a mixed-bill five act show every Saturday!
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The Sunday Night Laugh-In
Round off the weekend with our comedy cocktail which has the emphasis on the chilled and the laid back. At least five acts on each bill ensure variety and great value.
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Stu and Garry’s Free Improv Show
Marvel as resident duo Stu & Garry weave comedy magic from your suggestions in this long-running improvised show at The Stand Edinburgh!
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Stephen K Amos: Now We’re Talking!
Join Stephen K Amos when he brings his new show to The Stand Edinburgh on Saturday 24 January!
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Sam Avery: Thunderstorm
Back with a bang, award-winning comedian Sam Avery returns with his electrifying new show, Thunderstorm! Catch him at The Stand Edinburgh on Sunday 25 January!
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Marcus Brigstocke: Vitruvian Mango
Award winning MAN Marcus Brigstocke thinks we might still serve some useful function. But what is it? This new tour show will resolve the entire issue once and for all.
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Schalk Bezuidenhout - Hey Hey Divorce
Schalk Bezuidenhout is back with a brand-new show... his first and (hopefully, for the love of all things good) only show post-divorce.
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Ray O’ Leary: Laughter? I Hardly Know Her!
Ray O’Leary, this burgeoning comedy legend, is excited to bring his iconic two-piece suit back to Edinburgh.
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Dave Chawner: Mental
Join Dave Chawner at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh in February to celebrating good mental health by having a laugh!
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Mark Black - Horrible Family
Having amassed millions of views online, as well as sold out shows at the SEC Armadillo and Pavilion theatre, Mark Black is back with his dark wit and an array new songs for 2026!
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Chloe Petts: Big Naturals
Chloe Petts returns with a brand-new tour, and she's delving where she's never delved before: this is a show about sex. Catch her at The Stand Edinburgh on 4th March!
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Melanie Bracewell: A Little Treat
With the end of her twenties rapidly approaching, Melanie Bracewell, one of New Zealand’s most popular comics unpacks the last decade of her life.
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Mark Nelson: Liquid Gold
Multi award winning Scottish stand up Mark Nelson brings his brand new show, Liquid Gold, to The Stand Edinburgh on Thursday 12th March 2026!
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Ania Magliano: Peach Fuzz
Fresh from starring in the latest series of Taskmaster, Ania Magliano brings a brand-new show full of jokes, confessions, and occasionally unhinged observations to The Stand Edinburgh!
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Maff Brown
Catch British comedian and MC Maff Brown at The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh on Thursday 19th March!
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Amy Mason - Behold!
Behold! is a silly yet razor-witted examination of digital dependency, friendship and community, delivered with Amy Mason’s signature blend of off-kilter storytelling and deadpan warmth.
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Scott Bennett - Stuff
Award-winning Comedian and Award-winning Product Designer, Scott Bennett is desperately trying to cleanse his life of stuff, but is this even possible anymore?
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The Britpop Show with Marc Burrows
Join award-winning writer and comedian Marc Burrows for a multi-media stand up celebration of one of British music’s most iconic and enduring movements!
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Darren Walsh: Do You Like Puns?
ʞɔǝɥ ←flippin' heck! Witness a pun Goliath in person, as Darren Walsh brings his 8ft frame and award winning act on the road.
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Simon Evans is Staring at the Sun
Simon Evans is Back! Veteran of a quarter century of highly acclaimed stand-up comedy, Simon Evans is squinting at an uncertain future and revisiting the blue remembered hills of his youth.
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Jack Carroll: The Fall Guy
Join Jack Carroll at The Stand Edinburgh as he expertly examines subjects that can make us feel awkward, within the safe confines of his northern charm!
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