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The Counting House

Laughing Horse Free Festival Venue

The Counting House

Fringe Venue 170 - Click here for map
38 West Nicolson Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9DD. Phone: 0131 667 7533
Food  Wifi  Licensed
Open from 11:00 to 02:00
All ages until 9pm, then 18+ only

This year the Counting House remains a bustling hub of the Fringe, with two performance spaces and access to the lively bar and Courtyard of the Pear Tree Below. There's more shows in the basement venue 32 Below too. The Counting House is located right in the heart of the area most associated with the Fringe, within seconds of venues in George Square and Bristo Square

The Pear Tree

Laughing Horse Free Festival Venue

The Pear Tree

Fringe Venue 257 - Click here for map
38 West Nicolson Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9DD. Phone: 0131 667 7533
Food  Wifi  Licensed
Open from 11:30 to 02:00
All ages until 6pm, then 18+ only

The Pear Tree and sister venues The Counting House and 32 Below form a complex featuring four public bars, six performance spaces, dining area and a huge outdoor courtyard and barbecue area. The Pear Tree is located right in the heart of the area most associated with the Fringe, within seconds of Fringe Central, Assembly at George Square, The Udderbelly, Gilded Balloon and Pleasance Dome venues.

32 Below

Laughing Horse Free Festival Venue

32 Below

Fringe Venue 442 - Click here for map
32b West Nicolson Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9DD. Phone: 0131 667 7533
Food  Wifi  Licensed  Air Conditioned
Open from 11:00 to 03:00
All ages until 6pm, then 18+ only

32 Below and sister venues The Counting House and Pear Tree form a complex featuring shows in three performance spacesand a huge outdoor courtyard. 32 Below is located right in the heart of the area most associated with the Fringe, within seconds of the venues in George Square and Bristo Square

This year we have two entry methods: Free & Unticketed or Pay What You Can
Free & Unticketed: Entry to a show is first-come, first served at the venue - just turn up and then donate to the show in the collection at the end.
Pay What You Can: For these shows you can book a ticket to guarantee entry and choose your price from the Fringe Box Office, up to 30 mins before a show. After that all remaining space is free at the venue on a first-come, first-served bases. Donations for walk-ins at the end of the show.

Shows sorted by Venue Room

Little Cellar

10,000 Ideas

10,000 Ideas

Comedy

10,000 Ideas

Comedy

32 Below / Little Cellar
AUG 3-15, 17-27 at 17:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

The Sydney Fringe Comedy Award winner is back with a show about...?? Robyn and her audience select the stories and ideas explored, making each show unique and sure to be 'a smashing success' ****½ (OutInPerth.com)....


2 Slut Drops and a Chicken Burger – Kirsty Munro

2 Slut Drops and a Chicken Burger – Kirsty Munro

Comedy

2 Slut Drops and a Chicken Burger – Kirsty Munro

Comedy

32 Below / Little Cellar
AUG 3-7, 9-14, 16-27 at 22:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Slut Drop it like it's hot! Join Kirsty for a fun-packed show as she chats about sexy times, nights out and starting a fight with a yoga instructor. "You will absolutely love her". Who Knows Comedy. "Kirsty's energy is infectious and you're hooked from the start. Proper solid jokes too." Jack Gleadow. "Thigh slappingly good". Ross, audience review Ed Fringe 2022....


Absolute Chaos

Absolute Chaos

Comedy

Absolute Chaos

Comedy

32 Below / Little Cellar
AUG 3-27 at 23:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Think you can take down a comedian? Then come to Absolute Chaos: a drunk heckle comedy show, where YOU the audience are given free reign to heckle comedians - just be prepared to get heckled right back. Not for the faint of heart, get plenty of drinks in you and do your worst - the comedians are waiting for you. Hosted by the drunkest heckler of them all, Stuart Kennedy...


Best Comedy Show Edinburgh Fringe

Best Comedy Show Edinburgh Fringe

Comedy

Best Comedy Show Edinburgh Fringe

Comedy

32 Below / Little Cellar
AUG 3-15 at 16:00 (40 min) - Free & Unticketed

Award-winning stand-up comedian Ben Clover returns with his most Google-able show yet - "Best Comedy Show Edinburgh Festival". This charming and hilarious show sees Ben return older but no wiser as he takes a sideways look at the everyday things that drive us mad while cocking a snook at our lords and masters! Part stand-up show, part game-show - all fun! This one has it all! "A delight" - Chortle "Comedy Gold" - Bruce Dessau ...


Bucket

Bucket

Comedy

Bucket

Comedy

32 Below / Little Cellar
AUG 3-6, 8-13, 15-20, 22-27 at 11:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Leah Renee, American stand-up comedian and recovering killjoy, makes audiences laugh, cry and cringe in her comedy show about the hidden cost of playing it safe and the unexpected delight in confronting what scares us. She'll tick one new item off her bucket list each show along with any adventurous audience members. Quench your FOMO at this YOLO solo show....


Deage Paxton: Impersonable – Free

Deage Paxton: Impersonable – Free

Comedy

Deage Paxton: Impersonable – Free

Comedy

32 Below / Little Cellar
AUG 3-13, 15-27 at 19:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

A debut show from an established act on the UK circuit. His acerbic wit, use of non-sequitur jokes and unique brand of dark humour has resulted in a show compiled of jokes not for the faint of heart....


Furiozo: Man Looking For Trouble

Furiozo: Man Looking For Trouble

Comedy

Furiozo: Man Looking For Trouble

Comedy

32 Below / Little Cellar
AUG 3-13, 15-20, 22-27 at 01:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

‘Furiozo: Man Looking For Trouble’ is a disturbing yet absurdly funny portrait of toxic masculinity. This solo punk-rock comedy show stars one man - Furiozo, an aggressive hooligan with a giant heart. Police chases, petty theft, drugs, and longing for the greatest thrill of all - true love. You will love him. You will hate him. You will experience the presence of the beast. Brought to you by award-winning Polish clown Piotr Sikora, this “brilliant, funny and smart” original work is highly interactive and will have you on the edge of your seat - questioning whether to hate him or hug him...


Matt Hobs: Moontalker

Matt Hobs: Moontalker

Comedy

Matt Hobs: Moontalker

Comedy

32 Below / Little Cellar
AUG 3-27 at 20:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

This is one small set for Matt, one giant leap for Matt’s kind (i.e. science geeks). With humanity planning to return to the moon in 2025, this comedy show is about the Apollo missions, the last time man stepped foot on the moon (yes, it did happen!). This show is more about the journey than the destination. Telling the stories about the men who walked on the moon and how they did it. How did they get there? How did it make them feel? And how did a corned beef sandwich almost derail the whole endevour? All the key questions will be addressed. Matt Hobs returns to the Fringe after hosting St...


Ron Placone – Balding is Punk Rock

Ron Placone – Balding is Punk Rock

Comedy

Ron Placone – Balding is Punk Rock

Comedy

32 Below / Little Cellar
AUG 16-27 at 16:00 (55 min) - Free & Unticketed

A survival guide! How cats, marriage, rock 'n' roll and pizza helped one LA-based comic manage the contemporary political scene and capitalist ruckus of the USA. Part self-reflection, part manifesto, Balding is Punk Rock shines a bright light on Ron Placone's never ending quest of trying to find his place in the world amidst an empire in decline! Ron Placone’s never been shy about calling out the absurdity of his country. As a result, in the past 6 years he's played sold-out theaters and clubs from San Francisco to Melbourne, touring everywhere in the US and branching out internationally t...


Sameer Katz: Love is a Lie

Sameer Katz: Love is a Lie

Comedy

Sameer Katz: Love is a Lie

Comedy

32 Below / Little Cellar
AUG 3-27 at 13:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Sameer Katz brings his seventh show to the Edinburgh Fringe! Sameer's gotten to the age where everyone who says they love him seem to want something in return. Money, babies, his unending devotion! What happened to unconditional love? A Cambridge PhD dropout, Sameer uses his keen observational talent to poke fun at family, friendship and relationships. A comedy veteran, Sameer has performed across the UK, America and the world. Previous shows have sold out so be sure to get tickets to avoid disappointment! "A laugh-packed way to spend an hour" (The Scotsman). "A Seinfeld-Lite line in relatable...


The Church of Princess Cassandra

The Church of Princess Cassandra

Theatre

The Church of Princess Cassandra

Theatre

32 Below / Little Cellar
AUG 3-15, 17-27 at 14:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Is anybody really listening to you? Under the cover of mid to late afternoon, a group of women meet with just one thing on their mind... REVENGE! Sick of being spoken over at dinner, tired of signing all the petitions and never ever seeing any actual change, the Church of Princess Cassandra are committed to enacting dastardly (but only slightly illegal) revenge on the oppressor; the system... the Man (and sometimes Wo-man). The Church of Princess Cassandra is a little comedy play with big Greek Tragedy energy, about what happens when you are done with waiting politely for your turn to...


Main Cellar

A Spaniard's Guide to Learning Shakespeare

A Spaniard's Guide to Learning Shakespeare

Comedy

A Spaniard's Guide to Learning Shakespeare

Comedy

32 Below / Main Cellar
AUG 3-27 at 12:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Ever wondered what would happen if Alejandro Murrieta aka Zorro decided to become a Shakespearean actor at the Globe in London? Well, imagine if his son decided to do a show acting out all of Shakespeare's plays in Spanish - but without knowing any Spanish. ...


Accordion Ryan's Pop Bangers

Accordion Ryan's Pop Bangers

Cabaret

Accordion Ryan's Pop Bangers

Cabaret

32 Below / Main Cellar
AUG 3-8, 10-15, 17-22, 24-27 at 23:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Covering artists from all across the pop-music spectrum, Accordion Ryan will sing and play your favourite songs like you've never heard them before! Add in a few of his own hilarious tunes and this show is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face. Fresh off an appearance on Britain's Got Talent and a hit debut at the 2022 Edinburgh Fringe, he is excited to bring his talents back this year! Join in and feel free to sing along during this night of music, laughter and overall fun! 'You're funny, I like you' (Simon Cowell)....


Alcohol is Good For You

Alcohol is Good For You

Comedy

Alcohol is Good For You

Comedy

32 Below / Main Cellar
AUG 3-7, 9-14, 16-21, 23-27 at 17:00 (50 min) - Free & Unticketed

Join us for a drink and another hour of non-stop inebriated laughter! Same spirited show but hosted by Kyle Legacy and with all new faces performing stand-up and sharing their best drunken comedic tales! If they can't make you laugh I guess you weren't drunk enough. Sold out Edinburgh Fringe 2016-2022. ...


Comedy Striptease

Comedy Striptease

Comedy

Comedy Striptease

Comedy

32 Below / Main Cellar
AUG 3-7, 9-14, 16-21, 23-27 at 00:30 (50 min) - Free & Unticketed

The best, most daring stand up comedians from the festival showcase their skills but If they cant make you laugh... then they must Strip! Come along for an hour of high-caliber comedy mixed up with loose, wild & sexy late-night antics hosted by Kyle Legacy! Sold Out Edinburgh Fringe 2019 & 2022....


Cross Country Weirdos

Cross Country Weirdos

Comedy

Cross Country Weirdos

Comedy

32 Below / Main Cellar
AUG 3-6, 8-13, 15, 17-20, 22-27 at 21:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Comedians from rivalling nations compete to be crowned the weirdest based on their traditions, food and cultures. Think Morris Dancing vs. Line Dancing. Deep fried Mars Bars vs Fake Cheese. Thongs vs Flip Flops vs Sandals. Hosted by two expat, award winning comedians: Andrew Silverwood (Brit gone Aussie) & Robyn Perkins (Yank gone Brit). Don't miss joining in with a funny hour of games, comedy and really weird facts....


Daman Bamrah: Salmon Camera

Daman Bamrah: Salmon Camera

Comedy

Daman Bamrah: Salmon Camera

Comedy

32 Below / Main Cellar
AUG 3-27 at 11:00 (45 min) - Free & Unticketed

Daman Bamrah has spent a great deal of his life confused. His formative years were spent travelling between his Church of England High school and his Sikh Temple, but what did he really learn and where did he fit in?! Join British Sikh comedian Daman Bamrah for his first show as he attempts to identify himself in an increasingly absurd world. [WIP - 45 Mins] As seen on The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan (Channel 4), BBC New Comedy Awards (BBC One), Captive Audience (All 4) and BBC Asian Network Comedy Night (BBC Three). ...


Jacob Hatton: Touchdown

Jacob Hatton: Touchdown

Comedy

Jacob Hatton: Touchdown

Comedy

32 Below / Main Cellar
AUG 3-15 at 14:00 (60 min) - Free and Unticketed

The clock ticks towards zero. On the sidelines cheerleaders whip the crowd into a frenzied chant of “USA! USA! USA!” The hotdog stand sizzles next to the jumbotron. On the field, Jacob steps up to throw the final hail mary touchdown. Everything comes down to this. Jacob Hatton is a dyspraxic, 30 something British stand-up comedian with one dream and one dream only, and that is to score the winning touchdown in the dying seconds of an American Football Movie. This is a comedy show about love, dreams and Football! For both sports fans and haters. Red blooded Americans only (and everyone el...


James Barr: Chains and WIPs Excite Me

James Barr: Chains and WIPs Excite Me

Comedy

James Barr: Chains and WIPs Excite Me

Comedy

32 Below / Main Cellar
AUG 16-27 at 14:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

James Barr (as heard every morning on 'The Hits Radio Breakfast Show' alongside Fleur East) returns to Edinburgh Fringe with a show that's so far a masterpiece, but he's not ready for reviews yet babes. "When it comes to capturing an audience in the palm of your hands, James Barr does that perfectly – both with gays and straights" ★★★★★(Metro) "Acid tongued" ★★★★(London Theatre) "A wokey comedian" (Piers Morgan)...


Jarred Christmas: Silly Billy

Jarred Christmas: Silly Billy

Comedy

Jarred Christmas: Silly Billy

Comedy

32 Below / Main Cellar
AUG 3-6, 8-13, 15-20, 22-27 at 20:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Brand new show from Award-winning comedian and Edinburgh Festival favourite Jarred Christmas. One man, one hour, one joke followed by another with a few stories and tall tales thrown in, another few jokes to tickle your tickly bits, some messing around for the hell of it, another story with a sprinkling of jokes, and some laughs...job done. Numerous amazing reviews. Couple of rubbish ones. Heaps and heaps of stars. Silly Billy is an hour of laughs and good times. If you miss this show, then who is the real Silly Billy? ...


Laughing Horse Pick of the Fringe

Laughing Horse Pick of the Fringe

Comedy

Laughing Horse Pick of the Fringe

Comedy

32 Below / Main Cellar
AUG 4-27 at 18:30 (60 min) - Pay What You Can - Tickets from £5

The very best comedians selected from across the Fringe with a different top-notch comedy line-up at every show. It's the absolute best way to see a great Fringe comedy smorgasbord, with line-ups selected from shows and venues all around the Fringe and the international comedy circuit... And you can Pay What You Can to watch! International Festival sell-out shows 2004-2023. 'Cracking comedy selection' ***** (Cream of the Fringe). 'A Great Night Out' ***** (SouthWestLive.co.uk). 'A fantastic night of comedy' **** (ThreeWeeks). **** (List). **** (BroadwayBaby.com). **** (Studen...


Not My Audience!

Not My Audience!

Comedy

Not My Audience!

Comedy

32 Below / Main Cellar
AUG 3-13, 15-20, 22-27 at 15:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

The stand-up panel show that you control is back! Answer the daft questions on our exclusive app and influence what three of the Fringe's top comedians will do on stage for you. A different show every time, and a must for comedy fans who want to see the festival's top talent at the top of ...


Off With Your Head

Off With Your Head

Comedy

Off With Your Head

Comedy

32 Below / Main Cellar
AUG 7, 14, 21 at 21:30 (55 min) - Free & Unticketed

Are you fit to reign? How long do you think you can survive as ruler? Come and find out in this one of a kind interactive comedy video game! Part comedy, improv, video game and choose your own adventure - we promise a unique experience at every show. From veteran performer Sam See and video game designer Stephen Case. ...


Main Room

AC/DC: Australian Comedians / Dope Comedy

AC/DC: Australian Comedians / Dope Comedy

Comedy

AC/DC: Australian Comedians / Dope Comedy

Comedy

The Pear Tree / Main Room
AUG 3-27 at 14:15 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Don't miss this stand-up showcase featuring the best comedians from Australia and New Zealand at the Fringe, with host Daniel Muggleton (Tour support from Jim Jefferies, 'A foul-mouthed prophet' ***** The Adelaide Advertiser)....


Best of Northern Irish

Best of Northern Irish

Comedy

Best of Northern Irish

Comedy

The Pear Tree / Main Room
AUG 3-27 at 23:15 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

A showcase of up-and-coming and established Northern Irish talent, hosted by William Thompson (BBC New Comedy Award 2021) and Micky Bartlett 'A natural stand-up with more than a touch of Billy Connolly' (Chortle.co.uk)...


Bubba-Licious

Bubba-Licious

Childrens

Bubba-Licious

Childrens

The Pear Tree / Main Room
AUG 3-27 at 10:45 (30 min) - Pay What You Can Tickets - from £5
AUG 3-27 at 11:30 (30 min) - Pay What You Can Tickets - from £5

Mums and dads who are dying to get their new humans out to the Fringe, this is the show for you! Inspired by a new mum, Kat Placing has devised a show for babbling babies and tireless toddlers! It's a sensory display of colour, sound, light and movement to spark joy and ignite wonder. Created to delight audiences five-months to three-years-old. Sold-out Adelaide Fringe 2020/2021/2022. 'Perfect show for the babies and toddler crowd' ★★★★★ (KidsinAdelaide.com.au). 'It’s a lovely bite-size instalment to excite the little ones, just enough to ensure a good afternoon s...


Comedy for the Curious

Comedy for the Curious

Comedy

Comedy for the Curious

Comedy

The Pear Tree / Main Room
AUG 3-15, 17-27 at 20:15 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Comedy for the Curious is a comedy panel show with a science twist, where comedians perform very different stand-up comedy sets around the same theme. Award-winning host Robyn Perkins uses science comedy to explore the theme while the guest comedian(s) take a more light-hearted (& non-science) approach. The show then weaves in hysterical, personal (and often revealing!) chat while exploring the subject further and wraps up with an outrageously silly game! Don't miss this unique format where curiosity and stand-up comedy are combined. ...


Laughing Horse Pick of the Fringe

Laughing Horse Pick of the Fringe

Comedy

Laughing Horse Pick of the Fringe

Comedy

The Pear Tree / Main Room
AUG 4-27 at 21:45 (60 min) - Pay What You Can - Tickets from £5

The very best comedians selected from across the Fringe with a different top-notch comedy line-up at every show. It's the absolute best way to see a great Fringe comedy smorgasbord, with line-ups selected from shows and venues all around the Fringe and the international comedy circuit... And you can Pay What You Can to watch! International Festival sell-out shows 2004-2023. 'Cracking comedy selection' ***** (Cream of the Fringe). 'A Great Night Out' ***** (SouthWestLive.co.uk). 'A fantastic night of comedy' **** (ThreeWeeks). **** (List). **** (BroadwayBaby.com). **** (Studen...


Lee Kyle: England's Best Comedian

Lee Kyle: England's Best Comedian

Comedy

Lee Kyle: England's Best Comedian

Comedy

The Pear Tree / Main Room
AUG 3-14, 16-27 at 12:45 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Lee Kyle is England's Best Comedian, he's probably the best in the UK really but he hasn't seen everyone outside of England so he doesn't want to seem arrogant so England will do for now. How does he know? Well, he's exactly to his taste AND he has realised, after being a comedian for 14 years and being very good for the last few, you've got to have branding these days. Look, we all have our moments that we think we are undiscovered geniuses and also those where we feel like an absolute waste of a life, so, lets see if he can back it up. Which he can, because he'll have to. 'Incred...


Olaf Falafel: Look What Fell Out Of My Head

Olaf Falafel: Look What Fell Out Of My Head

Comedy

Olaf Falafel: Look What Fell Out Of My Head

Comedy

The Pear Tree / Main Room
AUG 3-15, 17-27 at 15:45 (55 min) - Free & Unticketed

Olaf Falafel, serial botherer of 'Dave's Funniest Jokes Of The Fringe' list, is back with another hour of highbrow/lowbrow surrealist comedy. Expect jokes of varying quality, expect a little bit of audience participation and expect a bucketful of joy. Olaf guarantees two things - it will be stupid and it will be funny. “A world with a laugh in every moment“ Kate Copstick, The Scotsman ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Always one of the daftest, looniest shows on the fringe“ Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke ⭐️⭐️⭐️...


Stand-Up Science

Stand-Up Science

Comedy

Stand-Up Science

Comedy

The Pear Tree / Main Room
AUG 3-27 at 18:45 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Love science? Love comedy? Want to laugh and feel smart? Come to Stand-up Science, a compilation of the best scientific comedians the Fringe has to offer. Returning after a fantastic run in 2022, this show is guaranteed to make you laugh and learn. Following on from successful sell-out shows about nature, bacteria, evolution and insects at the Oxford Natural History museum, Oxford's finest academic comedians bring Stand-up Science back to the Edinburgh Fringe. "Genuinely laugh-out-loud funny, genuinely interesting, genuinely original." (Daily Info, Oxford). Each show will have a line-up of Edi...


The Northern Irish Comedy Protocol

The Northern Irish Comedy Protocol

Comedy

The Northern Irish Comedy Protocol

Comedy

The Pear Tree / Main Room
AUG 3-27 at 17:15 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

The Northern Irish Comedy Protocol is a brand new showcase that highlights the best new comedy talent from Northern Ireland. Northern Ireland wasn't much known for comedy over the years. The best we did for a long time was Patrick Kielty and the Troubles and we've spent many years apologising for both. But there is a new explosion in Northern Irish comedy (that is probably more of a triggering phrase to be honest... actually so is triggering). But a new generation of comedians are coming along and taking the comedy from here to a new level, using podcasts and social media to bring NI comedy...


White Bear Comedy Club

White Bear Comedy Club

Comedy

White Bear Comedy Club

Comedy

The Pear Tree / Main Room
AUG 3-27 at 00:45 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Hosted by Harry Allmark, White Bear Comedy Club features the best comedic talent across the comedy circuit. The line ups have a fantastic mixture of comedians and is surely one you wouldn't want to miss! "put at the top of your to do list" Bristol365 past lines ups have included such names as; Vittorio Angelone, Ollie Horn, Dan Tiarnan, Cerys Nelmes, Mark Olver, Rob Copland, Ben Pope, Eric Rushton, Katie Green, Dee Allum, Sarah Roberts, Bella Hull, Tom Ward, Freya Mallard, Finlay Christie, Jamie D'Souza, Katie Price, Tadiwa Mahlunge, Erika Ehler and Red Richardson....


The Attic

2023 Asian Daddy, Dead: Pitch-Black Humour Guaranteed!

2023 Asian Daddy, Dead: Pitch-Black Humour Guaranteed!

Comedy

2023 Asian Daddy, Dead: Pitch-Black Humour Guaranteed!

Comedy

The Counting House / The Attic
AUG 3-13, 15-27 at 19:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Emerging from the ashes of her father's death, Moni Zhang brings you a dark and hilarious comedy show that will leave you gasping for air. With twisted and taboo humor, she makes light of her traumatic past, mental-health struggles and her relationship with her dead daddy. Warning: Dark comedy zone! Enter at your own risk! Brace yourself for a wild ride! Winner: Berlin New Stand-up Award 2019. 'Beautiful storytelling but overtly sexual' (Scotsman). 'Moni Zhang’s storytelling abilities are profound' (Entertainment-Now.com). 'Moni is a very intelligent, funny, and great perfo...


3's Comedy: Late Nights

3's Comedy: Late Nights

Comedy

3's Comedy: Late Nights

Comedy

The Counting House / The Attic
AUG 3-27 at 22:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

The night is young and 3's Comedy: Late Nights is here to make you laugh with an electrifying mix of crowd work and stand-up comedy. Every night up-and-coming Australian comics Peter Jones and Luka Muller get to know the audience and then introduce you to a very funny guest comedian friend of theirs. It's a guaranteed hour of laughs. (Luka Muller) “Undoubtedly one to watch.” – Herald Sun (Peter Jones) ”His comedy game is hitting all sorts of ridiculous high notes at the moment.” - Pedestrian.tv ...


A Bookish Comedy Show

A Bookish Comedy Show

Comedy

A Bookish Comedy Show

Comedy

The Counting House / The Attic
AUG 3-15, 17-27 at 16:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

“The pen is mightier than the sword if the sword is very short, and the pen is very sharp.” – Terry Pratchett ★★★★★ - Dircksey Magazine ★★★★1/2 - Fourth Wall Media ★★★★ - Glamadelaide ★★★★ - Tulpa Mag “a collaboration of world class comedians talking about everything book related” – Westerly Magazine The book themed comedy show returns to Edinburgh for another year! A compilation show featuring a rotating bill of comedians and storytellers talking about everything book related - it cou...


Abbas Wahab: Gracefully Balding

Abbas Wahab: Gracefully Balding

Comedy

Abbas Wahab: Gracefully Balding

Comedy

The Counting House / The Attic
AUG 3-27 at 00:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Fresh off his first comedy album, Abbas Wahab makes his Fringe debut with an original stand-up show about leaving the corporate world, poorly navigating your 30s, and balding.. before your dad. This Sudanese-born comedian solidified himself as one of Canada’s rising comedy stars after a sold-out national tour and numerous TV appearances on shows like What We Do In The Shadows (FX), The Boys (Amazon Prime), and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (Paramount+). 'It’s a smorgasbord of one-liners and great storytelling”'******(ByBlacks.com)....


Aidan Jones: Adult Adoption

Aidan Jones: Adult Adoption

Comedy

Aidan Jones: Adult Adoption

Comedy

The Counting House / The Attic
AUG 3-27 at 13:30 (50 min) - Free & Unticketed

I never met my biological father. My Mum and step-Dad raised me from age 2. After my 32nd birthday he adopted me so I could get a UK visa. Wild, hey? I thought so too. As seen in his debut stand-up special 'Taco' on Amazon Prime. 'Punchlines that will leave you laughing for days on end... this is what an extremely well-crafted comedy set looks like. ★★★★★' Adelaide Advertiser 'One of the cleverest minds on the Aussie comedy circuit. ★★★★½' The West Australian 'He's a masterful storyteller... the warmest I've felt this festival. ...


Andrew Silverwood: I Really, Really, Really Want a Zig-a-Zig Ah.. and a Nap!

Andrew Silverwood: I Really, Really, Really Want a Zig-a-Zig Ah.. and a Nap!

Comedy

Andrew Silverwood: I Really, Really, Really Want a Zig-a-Zig Ah.. and a Nap!

Comedy

The Counting House / The Attic
AUG 3-13, 15-27 at 18:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

★★★★★ "A stone cold legend" Fourth Wall ★★★★★ "Fringe at its cheekiest" Hifi Way ★★★★½ "Silverwood is one to watch out for" Weekend Notes ★★★★½ All About Entertainment ★★★★ "The entertainment we all need right now" Fringefeed ★★★★ "A must see. Comedic gold" Adelaide Advertiser This show is about hitting your 30s, impulse buying a car he saw in a film from a bloke on Marketplace and how timing a fart wrong can ruin a family dinner....


Child of Sunday

Child of Sunday

Cabaret

Child of Sunday

Cabaret

The Counting House / The Attic
AUG 3-27 at 10:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

In this new work by Elisa Riddington, Child of Sunday examines the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of the “ordinary people” in our communities. The single mother trying to balance it all – The desperate souls looking for the promise of redemption – The smiling faces wearing a public mask to conceal their private pain - The fanatics – The phonies and the fraudulent. Told through stories of lived experience and a heterogeneous mix of songs, Child of Sunday examines what brings people together, lending a voice to the broken and the quietly brave. This is a show applauding the people we all...


Long-Distance Roommates

Long-Distance Roommates

Comedy

Long-Distance Roommates

Comedy

The Counting House / The Attic
AUG 3-27 at 01:15 (60 min) - Free and Unticketed

'Long-Distance Roommates' is an hour of stand up comedy, split between up-and- coming comedians Casey Filips and Ollie West. After meeting in 2019 Casey and Ollie did everything together. Traveled Europe together. Trained to be clowns in France together. Survived covid lockdowns together. Even ran from the home-counties biggest gangsters together. But after Casey had to return to Australia, the partnership seemed over…until now. Reunited after years apart, with covid and visa issues behind them, these two delightfully idiotic fellas finally share the story of their wildly unique friends...


Lunch with a Cyclopath

Lunch with a Cyclopath

Comedy

Lunch with a Cyclopath

Comedy

The Counting House / The Attic
AUG 3-27 at 12:00 (55 min) - Free & Unticketed

Dion Owen is a professional Canadian comedy and true Cyclopath. He's been performing for over a decade and has headlined in 10+ countries. He's been feature on the TV, numerous Fringe festivals and a bevvy of international festivals. He likely biked here as that's his main mode of transport even on international tours (whaaaaaaat?!?!?!) He's come back in Edinburgh to tell you some jokes. So come laugh at the clever, mundane, silly and absurd. Or if enough cyclists show up hear bike propaganda thinly veiled as punchlines!...


Sam's Scriptz!

Sam's Scriptz!

Comedy

Sam's Scriptz!

Comedy

The Counting House / The Attic
AUG 3-14, 16-20, 22-27 at 15:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Sam Jacobsen is an acclaimed writer, penning award-winning scripts for the three S's... stage, screen and school assemblies (his Year 5 masterpiece about the Vikings at St Mark's Primary School got nominated for a BAFTA). Now he's here in Edinburgh to share some amazing new script ideas! Highlights may or may not include: Harvest Festival the Movie - a blockbuster film about two maverick dinner ladies, working within a corrupt school system, who team up to solve the mystery of some stolen tins of Sainsbury's spaghetti hoops Troll Under a Bridge: a reality series in which former Englan...


Sascha LO: Brat

Sascha LO: Brat

Comedy

Sascha LO: Brat

Comedy

The Counting House / The Attic
AUG 3-14, 16-20, 22-27 at 21:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Notorious spoilt brat, Sascha LO, presents a very silly comedy show featuring 45 minutes of ego, self-entitlement and gen Z feminism. Basically, It’s a show about whether it’s possible to be a good person if you use your daddy’s uber account and objectify men. She is joined each night by a different opening act (who she definitely has a crush on). ‘A mild-mannered monster unaware of her own privilege’ (CHORTLE). At only 22, she has already been BBC Comedy Award Nominee 2022, Chortle Student Comedy Awards Finalist, 2022, Funny Women ‘One-to-Watch’ 2022, and BFI Best Writer nominee 2...


The Ballroom

BattleActs!

BattleActs!

Comedy

BattleActs!

Comedy

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 21-27 at 23:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

BattleActs! is an award-winning, multi-five star, late-night improvised comedy party show that has performed to rave reviews around the country. The show sees two teams of fearless improvisers pitched against each other by a ball-busting compère in a high octane mix of seemingly impossible challenges and incredible physicality. Their prize: the audience’s respect! Who will be victorious? Who will fall? COMEDY JUST GOT NASTY... Starring: Kiell Smith Bynoe (Taskmaster, Ghosts, Stath Lets Flats) Anna Leong Brophy (Shadow & Bone, Harry Hill's Club Nite) Oliver Izod (Austentatious, Bowjangle...


BeComedy UK presents: NO LIMITS

BeComedy UK presents: NO LIMITS

Comedy

BeComedy UK presents: NO LIMITS

Comedy

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 3-20 at 23:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

NO LIMITS: An irreverent, anti-PC comedy show where comedians push boundaries, slice and dice edgy topics and are not afraid of taking the risk. After a SOLD-OUT run in 2022, NO LIMITS is back! If you get easily offended - DO NOT COME TO THIS. ...


Board Game Smackdown

Board Game Smackdown

Comedy

Board Game Smackdown

Comedy

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 3-15, 17-27 at 13:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

The cult hit of the Fringe returns! Bigger, better, boardier, gamier, smackdownier than ever. The show where comedians play board games live on stage is back! Previous players included: Jason Manford, Robin Ince, Gary Delaney, Laura Lexx, Alice Fraser, Paul Sinha, Andy Zaltzman, Lloyd Langford, Justin Moorhouse, The Delightful Sausage, Nick Helm, Sooz Kempner, Bethany Black, Evelyn Mok, Sukh Ojla, Phil Ellis, Geoff Norcott, Aatif Nawaz and many more... Hosted by award-winning comedian and UK board game champion James Cook. We'll be bringing back the most popular games from our prev...


CeilidhKids at the Fringe

CeilidhKids at the Fringe

Childrens

CeilidhKids at the Fringe

Childrens

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 3-16, 18-21, 23, 25-27 at 10:00 (45 min) - Pay What You Can Tickets - from £2.50

Family workshop suitable for children aged 3-7 years with parents or carers, but everyone welcome. We involve everyone: skip, clap and march together to traditional Scottish music. Enjoy discovering very simple (often simplified) dances that you might find at a ceilidh or Scottish country dance, celebrating the social aspects of dancing with a partner. CeilidhKids is all about fun for all generations. Hugely popular with local families, now it's your turn. Bring Mum or Dad along to partner you under the chandeliers! All children should be accompanied by an adult who is willing to join in; one ...


Dirty Tattooed Cabaret

Dirty Tattooed Cabaret

Cabaret

Dirty Tattooed Cabaret

Cabaret

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 3-20 at 22:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

A new show from Dirty Tattooed Circus. A strictly adults only cabaret featuring Martin Mor, Logy Logan, and Missy Fortune. Circus, comedy, burlesque, and magic combine to give you an unforgettable night out. Top class entertainment from three of Ireland's leading performers. ...


For Your Entertainment (Charity Comedy Night)

For Your Entertainment (Charity Comedy Night)

Comedy

For Your Entertainment (Charity Comedy Night)

Comedy

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 7, 14 at 20:30 (60 min) - Pay What You Can Tickets - from £5

2 nights of stellar stand up in aid of the Scottish Huntingtons Organisation, featuring 4 different acts each night with the aim of raising money for a truly amazing cause. With faces from previous years as new faces, all of the best from the Scottish comedy circuit....


Ian Stone Will Make It Better

Ian Stone Will Make It Better

Comedy

Ian Stone Will Make It Better

Comedy

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 3-13, 15-27 at 16:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Feel like life is getting you down? Ian Stone will make it better. Seriously funny - The Guardian. **** 'One of the top ten comedians in Britain' - The Independent **** ...


Luisa Omielan: God is a Woman The Musical

Luisa Omielan: God is a Woman The Musical

Comedy

Luisa Omielan: God is a Woman The Musical

Comedy

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 3-6, 8-13, 15-20, 22-27 at 20:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

I gave you Politics for Bitches & What Would Beyonce Do?! Now brace yourself for my Female book of Mormon. I cant sing or play music. But I did grow up on Sister Act 1 and 2. This is an epic one woman show / experiment. It's a work in progress, but I can tell you now, it's gonna be your favourite show of the festival. Arrive early. FREE *** "She should be a household name' Evening Standard "She wrote the stand up hit of the decade - The Guardian "A Trailblazer' the Scotsman ...


Rozarina Larsen presents: Whitefishing

Rozarina Larsen presents: Whitefishing

Comedy

Rozarina Larsen presents: Whitefishing

Comedy

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 23-27 at 11:30 (60 min) - Pay What You Can

Rozarina Larsen presents her second solo stand up show - White Fishing - a work in progress comedy about finding your authenticity. As an Asian teenager in the mid Eighties, Rozarina was clueless of what it takes to be cool and hip. In this bizarre comedy of self exploration, Rozarina gets real with some of her idols throughout her journey to adulthood from Madonna to Mother Theresa to Marie Condo and faces her obsession with whiteness.Come prepared to listen to some probably not so woke comedy in 2023 as Rozarina unfolds her identity-crisis and her path to finding her authentic self....


Stand-up Philosophy

Stand-up Philosophy

Comedy

Stand-up Philosophy

Comedy

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 3-27 at 14:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Stand-up Philosophy is a compilation of stand-up comedians and experts exploring big philosophical ideas through comedy. A changing lineup of our favourite performers hosted in 2023 by Alex Farrow "Packs a philosophical punch" ★★★★★ The Student "practically perfect in every way... JS Mill, Nagal, Nietzche and Schrodinger all make an appearance in this endlessly delightful, funny hour" ★★★★★ The Scotsman “ingenious” ★★★★ Binge Fringe...


The Bite, Late-Night (A Mouthful of Fringe Mayhem)

The Bite, Late-Night (A Mouthful of Fringe Mayhem)

Comedy

The Bite, Late-Night (A Mouthful of Fringe Mayhem)

Comedy

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 21-27 at 22:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Raucous, wild and an incy bit different – this one-hour compilation show with a changing nightly lineup, gives you a fabulous cross section of Fringe mayhem in one wild bite-sized chunk. Performances may include anything from improv, stand-up, drag, to poetry or musical comedy. A nightly Fringe taster menu that will have you coming back for more, all stirred up and served to your baffled faces by the mischievous and gorgeous Stags and Ettrick-Hogg. The show you'll be talking about for years to come! High octane with low morals!...


This Is Your Trial

This Is Your Trial

Comedy

This Is Your Trial

Comedy

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 3-27 at 17:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Guilty or innocent? You decide. The award-winning, critically acclaimed courtroom roast returns for a 10th Fringe. You submit accusations against friends. Top comedians take on the roles of judge, prosecutor and defence, hearing testimony, cross-examining witnesses and improvising their arguments for each case. It’s up to the audience as jury to deliver their verdict. An international success, with five years in Australia and Ireland, the inspiration for CBBC's hit show Monster Court, booked across the UK for corporate events and stag parties . 'A perfect bit of improv mayhem' ***** (Mirror). ...


Tom Houghton - Work in Progress

Tom Houghton - Work in Progress

Comedy

Tom Houghton - Work in Progress

Comedy

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 3-27 at 19:00 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

The Honourable Tom Houghton is back at the fringe hot off his starring role in Netflix the Circle to work through a bunch of new ideas for his upcoming tour of The UK, Europe and America. Come see the now international "master of making the seemingly unrelatable, relatable" provide r a true fringe experience ...


Tonight Only Comedy

Tonight Only Comedy

Comedy

Tonight Only Comedy

Comedy

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 3-27 at 00:45 (60 min) - Pay What You Can

From the crazy mind of Sid Singh (Comic Relief, Muzlamic) comes the most diverse show on the whole Fringe! Its half comedy show and half game show as every night a brand new lineup goes on stage where they have to do their set while sneaking in a brand new joke they wrote that very day. If the audience can guess which joke is new, they get a free shot!...


Yes-Ya-Yebo!

Yes-Ya-Yebo!

Cabaret

Yes-Ya-Yebo!

Cabaret

The Counting House / The Ballroom
AUG 3-22 at 11:30 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

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Yes-Ya-Yebo! is a celebration of the 12 official languages of South Africa. All explored through the medium of song and dance. From traditional folk songs and dances such as The Click Song and Kwela-Kwela, to modern songs sprinkled with that township vibe! The cast are all from the township areas of Lwandle/ Nomzamo and areas from Macassar outside Cape Town. None have ever been in an airplane before. ...


The Loft

#BigDerryEnergy with Peter E Davidson

#BigDerryEnergy with Peter E Davidson

Comedy

#BigDerryEnergy with Peter E Davidson

Comedy

The Counting House / The Loft
AUG 3-27 at 12:15 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

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Top Derry comedian Peter E Davidson returns with his brand new fifth solo Edinburgh Fringe special. Tired of being mistaken for international comedian and celebrity sex plaything Pete Davidson, this year saw Peter E take a really long look at who he is and where he stands in an ever-increasing polarised world. All this culminated in an existential crisis while dressed as Santa at a Christmas event where a kid stared deep into his soul and asked ‘are you fake?’ Damn it kid. In so many ways. In so many ways. So, join Pete on a rip-roaring midlife crisis with 80% less leather jackets a...


101 Psychos: We turn Insanity into Hilarity

101 Psychos: We turn Insanity into Hilarity

Comedy

101 Psychos: We turn Insanity into Hilarity

Comedy

The Counting House / The Loft
AUG 4-27 at 13:45 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

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Sanity? Overrated! Let your inner psycho run wild! Our lineup of audacious comedians takes on the wild world of mental health with humor, wit, and raw honesty. From neuroses to breakdowns, we're laughing our way through the chaos. With a daily rotating lineup, you'll never run out of reasons to chuckle, chortle, and snicker at the wonderfully twisted world of mental health. Host by Moni Zhang, founder of Berlin Mental Health Festival....


Ashley Haden: Genocidal Liberal

Ashley Haden: Genocidal Liberal

Comedy

Ashley Haden: Genocidal Liberal

Comedy

The Counting House / The Loft
AUG 3-7, 9-14, 16-21, 23-27 at 21:15 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

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Can we get better or should we just be wiped out? Darker, more honest, and still wearing a hat. Ashley is bringing his brand of caustic satire to watch over the world as it burns. "Absolutely merciless...he is terrific" The Scotsman....


Dave Chawner: Freelosophy

Dave Chawner: Freelosophy

Comedy

Dave Chawner: Freelosophy

Comedy

The Counting House / The Loft
AUG 3-27 at 18:15 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

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The history of Western philosophy…but fun! Think ‘Horrible Histories’ for weird ideas. Big concepts told through little stories by award-winning comedian, best-selling author & presenter Dave Chawner. As seen on BBC, ITV and Channel 4. As heard on Radio 1, Radio 2 and Radio 4. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ - Arts Award Voice ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ - Bunbury Magazine ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ - Voice Mag ★ ★ ★ ★ - The List ★ ★ ★ ★ - Three Weeks ★ ★ ★ ★ - Broadway Baby ...


Kevin Precious: The Reluctant Teacher

Kevin Precious: The Reluctant Teacher

Comedy

Kevin Precious: The Reluctant Teacher

Comedy

The Counting House / The Loft
AUG 3-27 at 16:45 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

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Kevin Precious used to be a teacher. He enjoyed the teaching part... it was all of the other stuff around the job that he felt was a drag. In the end, he left to seek his fortune via the means of stand-up comedy, and - in so doing - incorporated observations and anecdotes related to his teaching career into his act. Eventually, Kevin built up enough teacher-orientated ideas to create and tour a show specifically about teaching entilted 'Not Appropriate' across arts centres, theatres and festivals throughout the land. Such was the reception that in many instances, he was invited to return to...


Michael Shafar - Well Worth the Chemo

Michael Shafar - Well Worth the Chemo

Comedy

Michael Shafar - Well Worth the Chemo

Comedy

The Counting House / The Loft
AUG 3-27 at 19:45 (45 min) - Free & Unticketed

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You might know Michael Shafar from his debut special (A)LIVE on Amazon Prime, or you might be one of the 80+ million people who has seen his videos online. He's also been on a bunch of Australian TV and radio programs, but you probably haven't seen those if you live in the UK. Either way, you'll enjoy his show! This Jewish, testicular cancer survivor, lawyer-turned-comedian is one of the freshest new voices in the Australian comedy scene and has made a name for himself for his scathing social commentary. Michael receives rave reviews everywhere he performs, but his favourite review came ...


North Americ#nts

North Americ#nts

Comedy

North Americ#nts

Comedy

The Counting House / The Loft
AUG 3-27 at 22:45 (55 min) - Free & Unticketed

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A show featuring the best comedians from North America. They're funny, they're loud and they are extremely excited to say c#nt. Did you know we're not allowed to?" The Canadians would like to apologise if you're offended. The Americans would like you "TO GO BACK TO YOUR F#CKING COUNTRY!" Oh bud... again we're sorry for those c#nts... Home of the hilarious, land of the funny! Either way our continent is better than yours. We're North Americ#nts. Come see the show and prove us wrong! Catch the stars of today and the heart wrenching bio-pics of tomorrow. Oh bud... we're real sor...


One Night Stand Baby

One Night Stand Baby

Comedy

One Night Stand Baby

Comedy

The Counting House / The Loft
AUG 3-14, 16-27 at 15:15 (45 min) - Free & Unticketed

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With the name of two Viking Gods but the look of a Christian boy scout, Norwegian comedian Thor Odin Stenhaug brings you One Night Stand Baby. A show about life drawings, love and having to introduce your mum to your dad. One of the UK’s most exciting new comedians, Norwegian born Thor Stenhaug (British Comedian of the Year shortlist) finished sold out runs of his past three Edinburgh shows. Thor Stenhaug is a Norwegian comedian based in London. He regularly performs in some of the biggest comedy clubs across the UK. In 2019, 2021 and 2022 he played in sold-out shows at the Edinburgh Festi...


Queen and Sober

Queen and Sober

Comedy

Queen and Sober

Comedy

The Counting House / The Loft
AUG 3-16 at 00:15 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

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A raw and unfiltered musical comedy show, tackling difficult and often taboo subjects. Swedish comedian Jessica Karlén will be delving into the world of drugs, dicks, and addiction, offering a relatable and hilarious take on the ups and downs of recovery and mental illness. Dicks and men – topics that are sure to make you laugh (and maybe even cringe a little). Jessica doesn't hold back when it comes to discussing (or singing about) the male anatomy, offering a fresh and humorous take on everything from blue balls to female ejaculation......


VIBE SHIFT

VIBE SHIFT

Comedy

VIBE SHIFT

Comedy

The Counting House / The Loft
AUG 17-27 at 00:15 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

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Vibe Shift is a late-night alternative comedy night. Hosted by Camilla Borges, a rising star in the alternative comedy scene. Every night, a different line up. The night could go anywhere. Guest performers will include clowns, characters, improv, sketch...anything you wouldn’t see at a regular stand-up night. Anarchy is guaranteed. All hosted by the immense, inimitable, the imitationable Camilla Borges. Camilla co-hosts the infamous comedy night Cool Fun Comedy at West End Comedy Club, and is a graduate of the world-famous clown school Ecole Phillipe Gaulier. Will the show finish, or...


The Lounge

1's To Watch

1's To Watch

Comedy

1's To Watch

Comedy

The Counting House / The Lounge
AUG 3-27 at 23:45 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Just turn up at the venue, entry is first-come, first-served for everyone. Donations at the end of the show

As seen on Channel 4, BCC and Netflix. Watch the best up-and-comers on the comedy scene. From TV acts to award-winning standups. "The gem of the Free Fringe" North West End. "Heart-warming and hilariously self aware standup" Edfringe Review....


Andy Onions: PowerPointless

Andy Onions: PowerPointless

Comedy

Andy Onions: PowerPointless

Comedy

The Counting House / The Lounge
AUG 25-27 at 16:15 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

High-octane, stand-up comedy show. Andy Onions (Resident MC of the Timeout recommended Freedom Fridge) takes you on a nonsensical multimedia journey. Films, gameshows, computer games and obscure childhood sports are woven into Andy Onions daft tales. If you love Street Fighter 2, Superman or quizzes then this show’s for you. Come and see a grown man in a Hawaiian shirt lose it for an hour. It will be the most lovable break down you’ll ever see. ”Some say Andy put the compoop into nincompoop . I say he put the nin in there too” Tim Shishodia ...


Character Building Experience

Character Building Experience

Comedy

Character Building Experience

Comedy

The Counting House / The Lounge
AUG 3-27 at 20:45 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

You enter a tavern. You see a group of comedian questers. What do you do? A Dungeons-and-Dragons-style, comedy, interactive roleplaying game show, suitable for the experts, the novices and the uninitiated but curious. No two quests are alike; a unique mini-adventure with improvised music, songs and questionable choices. Roll the dice on this comedy gameshow. "plenty of laughs and nerd camaraderie"- Broadway World ★★★★ “endlessly pleasing, voraciously funny hour of unpredictable nonsense” The Indiependent ★★★★ Shortlisted for Broadway World’s Come...


George Cassidy: Debut

George Cassidy: Debut

Music

George Cassidy: Debut

Music

The Counting House / The Lounge
AUG 8 at 14:50 (50 min) - Free & Unticketed

Just turn up at the venue, entry is first-come, first-served for everyone. Donations at the end of the show

Debut solo show from 15-year old Brit School pianist and singer George Cassidy. Catch this one-off performance of original songs and maybe one or two you'll know. For anyone missing Elton John now he's stopped touring! 'Accomplished' The Times ...


James Cook: Anonymously Viral

James Cook: Anonymously Viral

Comedy

James Cook: Anonymously Viral

Comedy

The Counting House / The Lounge
AUG 3-15, 17-27 at 17:45 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Well obviously this is a show about being injured in the Channel Islands. Or is it? It's amazing how many people can't detect sarcasm, and they all hang out on Twitter. Find out what happens when a tweet goes viral and all the worst people in the world feel the need to join in. 'a top class comic' - Birmingham Mail. 'Why do you feel the need to use profanity?' - Some cunt on Twitter....


Jon - The Music Man

Jon - The Music Man

Childrens

Jon - The Music Man

Childrens

The Counting House / The Lounge
AUG 3-11, 14-16, 19-27 at 11:45 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Jon Lawrence has been on the radar of a number of broadcasters since his lockdown series of videos. Jon is an ethnomusicologist who entertains young audiences with silly songs about Mexican cowboys with sore bottoms, brave hedgehogs, tickle monsters, funky monkeys and smelly wellies. Having travelled around the world, Jon also educates children about music and instruments from different cultures. The show offers children a chance to come on stage and interact with Jon and try some unusual instruments....


Marcus Ryan - Eat, Pray, Walk

Marcus Ryan - Eat, Pray, Walk

Comedy

Marcus Ryan - Eat, Pray, Walk

Comedy

The Counting House / The Lounge
AUG 3-27 at 13:15 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

What makes a person walk across an entire country? Religious pilgrimage? Fitness? To find themselves? Or couldn't afford the bus ticket?! 'From the creator of the award-shortlisted hit of 2017 '¿Hablas Inglés?'and Edinburgh fringe favourite 'Love Me Tinder', comes a bold new show from award-winning vagabond storyteller, Marcus Ryan, as he takes us on another epic adventure in'Eat, Pray, Walk’ the true story of his gruelling 40 day walk across Europe, the Camino de Santiago. "When I was a kid, I hated to walk. I'd cry at the suggestion of it. Dad loved it and would make me walk everywhere...


Nathan Cassidy: Amnesia

Nathan Cassidy: Amnesia

Comedy

Nathan Cassidy: Amnesia

Comedy

The Counting House / The Lounge
AUG 3-13, 15-26 at 22:15 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

Multi award-winning comedian Nathan Cassidy has been told he must make his standup ‘TikTok ready’. So here are 29 bits of 2 minutes each with no connections and instantly forgettable. Swipe up morons. ‘He is untouchable’ ★★★★ The Times. Best Stand-up Winner Brighton Fringe 2022 Best Solo Comedy Show Buxton Fringe Nominee 2021/2022 Best Comedy Greater Manchester Fringe Nominee 2021 Off West End Stage Awards Nominee 2021 Best Show Leicester Comedy Festival Nominee 2020 The only live show Edinburgh Fringe 2020. Nathan is the host of global hit podcasts Psycomed...


Sam See: Government Approved Sex

Sam See: Government Approved Sex

Comedy

Sam See: Government Approved Sex

Comedy

The Counting House / The Lounge
AUG 3-7, 9-14, 16-21, 23-27 at 19:15 (55 min) - Free & Unticketed

"★★★★★ dynamic and irrepressible, makes this show a joy from beginning to end" - On The Mic "★★★★ radiates effervescent positivity, really has thought of everything"- Fest Mag "★★★★ There’s real steel in his comedic bones"- BroadwayBaby During the pandemic, Sam See was asked by the Singapore government to run a series of educational panels in the National Library about love and sex. Government Approved Sex returns to the Fringe, a stand-up comedy show about relationships, BDSM and scientific facts. After a...


Sasha Ellen: When Life Gives You Ellens Make Ellenade

Sasha Ellen: When Life Gives You Ellens Make Ellenade

Comedy

Sasha Ellen: When Life Gives You Ellens Make Ellenade

Comedy

The Counting House / The Lounge
AUG 3-24 at 16:15 (60 min) - Free & Unticketed

A brand new hour of comedy from the hilariously funny, aggressively nerdy and down right adorable Sasha Ellen. Sasha asks and then answers the big questions so you don't have to. Is it hard to find love in this here modern world? Yes. Do serial killers have better interior design skills than your average Joe? Yup. Does size matter? A bit. "Honest, hilarious and horrifying... the comedy future looks good for Ellen” Canal-St. “Smart, self-possessed and with great heart… comedy done well” ★★★★ TheStudent “This is a comedian you need to keep an eye out for” ★★&#...


The Asian Comedy Showcase!

The Asian Comedy Showcase!

Comedy

The Asian Comedy Showcase!

Comedy

The Counting House / The Lounge
AUG 3-7, 9-14, 16-21, 23-27 at 14:45 (55 min) - Free & Unticketed

From the East to Edinburgh, it's The Asian Comedy Showcase! Catch some of the best Asian acts (and one token white person) from all over the world! Our acts have been seen on the BBC, Comedy Central, Netflix and various Asian TV Channels you won't recognize! Lineup changes every day, and regularly hosted by Sam See (Singapore, ★★★★★ - OnTheMic)! If you don't watch this show, you're probably racist! [FOR LEGAL REASONS YOU ARE NOT, BUT STILL, YOU SHOULD COME TO BE ON THE SAFE SIDE] ...


Welsh n Wild

Welsh n Wild

Comedy

Welsh n Wild

Comedy

The Counting House / The Lounge
AUG 3-27 at 01:15 (60 min) - Pay What You Can

Join South Wales valleys legend Fatty Liver as he hosts a late night compilation of some of the oddest comedians from the Fringe and beyond. Each nights line up will be different from the last. Expect late night chaos, mangled tomfoolery, topped with grease bag charm. It’ll be like a really speedy afters! You’ll get spoken at eagerly by some strange characters who remind you of your uncle. You might get scared but you’ll probably laugh (laughter not guaranteed)....


Wiki Knows Best – Mythical Islands

Wiki Knows Best – Mythical Islands

Comedy

Wiki Knows Best – Mythical Islands

Comedy

The Counting House / The Lounge
AUG 14-27 at 10:15 (45 min) - Free & Unticketed

Book a PWYC Ticket in advance for this show to guarantee entry, or turn up at the venue for free with the option of donating at the end of the show

Wiki Knows Best – Mythical Islands A one-woman show – part comedy, part edutainment, part love letter to the world at large and Europe in particular. This show will take you on a journey to faraway places you didn’t know existed – ever heard of Hy-Brasil? – and down the rabbit holes of your own backyard, all the while proving that learning and exploring can be fun. Or at least funny. An adventure. An expedition to go where many have gone before. The opportunity to look with fresh eyes on old sights, and find the gold that’s only available to you. An exploitation of the (un)availa...