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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FestivalsChris Dangerfield: Sex Tourist
A show about sex tourism, sponsored by an escort service? Chris Dangerfield is set to be one of the most controversial acts of 2012 Read more »| 31 Jul 2012 -
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Tom Deacon: Deaconator
Radio 1's Tom Deacon offers up some advice on how to survive the Fringe Read more »| 30 Jul 2012 -
FestivalsMark Restuccia: How to Succeed at Internet Dating
Mark Restuccia takes his search for love to Edinburgh Read more »| 29 Jul 2012 -
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David Trent: Spontaneous Comedian
Multimedia wizard David Trent talks about the influence of The Flaming Lips and where to buy cheap batteries Read more »| 29 Jul 2012 -
FestivalsAlan Davies: Life Is Pain
Alan Davies steps out from behind the QI desk to return to his standup roots at the 2012 Fringe Read more »| 28 Jul 2012 -
FestivalsGrainne Maguire: Where Are All The Fun Places And Are Lots Of People There Having Better Fun?
Grainne Maguire is on a mission to not be left out of anything ever and she's got an extensive To Do list check off over the Fringe... Read more »| 28 Jul 2012
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Dana Alexander: Breaking Through
Friendly, fun-loving Canadian Dana Alexander brightened up last year's Fringe with her debut Read more »| 28 Jul 2012 -
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Chris Dugdale: 2 Faced Deception
Bringing a touch of magic to the Fringe, Chris Dugdale is out to deceive you. Read more »| 28 Jul 2012 -
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Tom Stade: Tom Stade Totally Rocks!
Shouty Canadian monster Tom Stade is getting ready to rock the Fringe Read more »| 27 Jul 2012 -
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Dan Nightingale: The Eleven and a Half Ill-Conceived Edinburgh Shows of Dan Nightingale
'Happy idiot' Dan Nightingale has plenty of ideas Read more »| 27 Jul 2012 -
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Gareth Richards: Introvert: Never been to Disneyland
Self-professed introvert Gareth Richards tells us his plans for this year's Fringe and the precise details of his dream theme park... Read more »| 27 Jul 2012 -
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Danny McLoughlin: The Truth, The Half-Truth, And Nothing Like The Truth
Danny McLoughlin talks about his show. Don't trust him. He lies. Read more »| 27 Jul 2012 -
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Danielle Ward: Speakeasy / Playdead
In an unusual approach, Danielle Ward will be doing two shows on alternating nights: Speakeasy, a standup show with free booze; and Play Dead, a collection of creepy sketches Read more »| 27 Jul 2012 -
FestivalsJason Byrne: Master of Puppets
The best-selling act in Fringe History, Jason Byrne is hooked on the Fringe like Renton on the golden brown... Read more »| 26 Jul 2012 -
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Liam Mullone: A Land Fit For Fuckwits
Liam Mullone's Fringe show examines the state of Britain today, and he isn't pulling any punches Read more »| 26 Jul 2012