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Chelsea Birkby: This is Life, Cheeky Cheeky

Don't miss this double-award nominated sophomore stand-up hour from Chelsea Birkby at Monkey Barrel Comedy!

Chelsea Birkby: This is Life, Cheeky Cheeky

About Chelsea Birkby: This is Life, Cheeky Cheeky

13th March 2025
7.30pm
Monkey Barrel Comedy
9 - 12 Blair Street , Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1QR
£14 / £13 concession
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The double-award nominated sophomore stand-up hour from Chelsea Birkby (Best Show: Comedian's Choice Awards, Edinburgh Comedy Festival ISH Awards). Playfully combining pop culture and philosophy, this smart and silly show unpacks being in the moment, desire and also ass.

U&Dave Joke of the fringe #7.

*****EdFringeReview

****Chortle

****BritishTheatreGuide

“This is first-rate, purposeful comedy. Expect to cry with laughter.” ****.5 Quintessential Review

As heard on Richard Herring's RHLSTP, as seen on BBC, writer Mock the Week.
Plus tour support.

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