Comedy
The Skinny guide to the stand-up comedy shows in Edinburgh, Glasgow and across Scotland. Exclusive previews and interviews with some of the country's best new comedians, plus stand-up comedy reviews, comedy features, and extensive coverage of comedy at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
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InterviewsKieran Hodgson's 75 tackles Britain's history with Europe
We speak to Kieran Hodgson as he brings ’75 – his 2018 Fringe show about Britain's initial forays into Europe – back to Scotland Read more »| 01 Apr 2019 -
OpinionBest Heckle: Krystal Evans
Love them or hate them, heckles happen to even the most experienced comics, and Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year 2019 finalist Krystal Evans is no stranger to audience jibes Read more »| 25 Mar 2019 -
GuideNick Offerman announces Glasgow stand-up gig
Nick Offerman, the much-loved star of Parks and Recreation, brings his new stand-up tour to Glasgow this August Read more »| 25 Mar 2019 -
InterviewsWoman in Progress: Desiree Burch interview
Desiree Burch returns to Scotland with a work-in-progress show at Glasgow Comedy Festival about humble beginnings Read more »| 14 Mar 2019 -
OpinionICYMI: Richard Hanrahan on Hi-de-Hi!
Each month, we ask one of Scotland's finest alternative comedians to delve into the world of 'classic comedy telly' – this month, Richard Hanrahan says hello to holiday camp sitcom Hi-de-Hi! Read more »| 13 Mar 2019 -
OpinionFringe Dog's Glasgow Comedy Festival guide
Fringe Dog runs away from home to give us a guide to Glasgow International Comedy Festival Read more »| 11 Mar 2019
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GuideGlasgow International Comedy Festival: Top Picks
It’s the (second) most wonderful time of the year (for comedy fans [unless you’re in Australia or get to go to Machynlleth but whatever]). That’s right, it’s Glasgow International Comedy Festival time! Read more »| 08 Mar 2019 -
GuideNish Kumar @ Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
The Mash Report host pairs high-octane style with analytical substance as he takes on the causes and effects of society's flaws Read more »| 25 Feb 2019 -
OpinionStill Game, BBC Scotland, and the future of TV comedy
Launching a new TV channel in 2019 sounds like an idea that'd need a battalion of loyal support. Lucky for BBC Scotland, its rabbit’s foot is the premier of Still Game's final series. But will this impact future comedy content for the channel? Read more »| 18 Feb 2019 -
OpinionICYMI: Mara Joy on Toast of London
Mara Joy of The Spontaneous Players delves into the ridiculous world of Steven Toast. Are we excited? "Yes. Yes. Yeeeeeessss." Read more »| 05 Feb 2019 -
InterviewsWelcome to the Stage... The Glee Club, Glasgow
The Scottish comedy circuit's in the midst of an explosion, and adding another spark to the scene is the opening of the Glee Club in Glasgow this month. We speak to the club’s founder, Mark Tughan Read more »| 30 Jan 2019 -
OpinionICYMI: Amelia Bayler on The Young Ones
In this new series, we ask comedians to get a hold of some cult comedy they've never seen before. First up, rising star of the Scottish circuit Amelia Bayler drops some truths on the alternative comedy catalyst Read more »| 18 Jan 2019 -
InterviewsLiam Withnail on Club Comedy and getting political
A staple MC on the Scottish comedy scene, Liam Withnail talks about the challenges involved in getting political in his latest full-length show Homeboy Read more »| 11 Jan 2019 -
OpinionOur Favourite Comedy Moments from 2018
From stand-up at the Fringe and across the Atlantic, to the funniest specials on TV and within paperback thrillers, our comedy team found a lot to smile about in 2018 Read more »| 19 Dec 2018 -
Opinion
Fringe Dog's Christmas Gift Guide
The Christmas gift guide for humans on a budget, as curated by Fringe Dog Read more »| 07 Dec 2018