10th August 2024 | |
1:25pm - 4:10pm | |
The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh 5 York Place, Edinburgh New Town EH1 3EB |
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£20 | |
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Come along for an afternoon of laughs and solidarity with some of the best at the Fringe - hosted by the wonderful Jay Lafferty, joined by Vittorio Angelone, Lauren Pattison, Rosco McClelland, Jin Hao Li & Hasan Al-Habib!
All proceeds raised will aid our vital work supporting people seeking safety in Scotland.
Please note: Seating is unreserved. Latecomers may not be admitted. Attendees must be 16+ with anyone under 18 being accompanied by an adult.
Any access or seating requirements should be made to admin@thestand.co.uk.
Address: 34 York Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3HU (Stand 6)
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