Red Raw
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.
About Red Raw
| 23rd December 2024 | |
| Doors Open: 7pm, Show Begins: 8.30pm | |
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The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh 5 York Place, Edinburgh New Town EH1 3EB |
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| £5 / £6 | |
| Call 01315587272 | |
| Visit the event website here | |
| Follow StandComedyClub on Twitter | |
| Facebook information can be found here | |
Our long-running weekly beginner’s showcase is regarded as the best open mic night in the UK.
Catch up to ten new acts – some treading the boards for the very first time. This is where everyone starts and it’s your chance to see the stars of tomorrow today.
Watch out for older hands dropping in to try out new material too.
We are delighted to say food is back on selected shows courtesy of KHAO BOI Thai and Southeast Asian inspired street-food to accompany your evening of entertainment.
We’d suggest arriving early for seats and to order food supplies are not infinite once they are gone they are gone!
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