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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FestivalsJordan Brookes @ Pleasance Courtyard
Jordan Brookes may have gone somewhat back to basics in his new show, but his comedy is just as brilliant as ever Read more »| 26 Aug 2026 -
FestivalsMichael McPheat @ Gilded Balloon Patter House
In BRUTAL!, Michael McPheat digs deep into the history, life and lore of Milton Keynes Read more »| 25 Aug 2026 -
FestivalsRoger O'Sullivan @ Monkey Barrel Comedy
Roger O'Sullivan has set his sights on becoming the world's greatest comedian, and he's well on his way with his wickedly funny new hour, Divil May Cry Read more »| 25 Aug 2026 -
FestivalsDru Cripps @ Hoots Potterrow
Dru Cripps brings his undeniable charisma, prowess and talent to an improvised hour of clowning and musical mischief Read more »| 24 Aug 2026 -
FestivalsHannah Platt @ Pleasance Courtyard
With a sly confidence and light touch, Hannah Platt hits her stride in new show Cult Classic Read more »| 24 Aug 2026 -
FestivalsRaj Poojara @ Pleasance Courtyard
Raj Poojara brings a relaxed demeanour to his Fringe debut, but tonight he's put on the back foot by one of the Fringe's oldest challenges – the unpredictability of crowds Read more »| 24 Aug 2026
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FestivalsMargaret Thatcher Queen of Hollywood @ Assembly George Sq
Margaret Thatcher Queen of Hollywood is an off-beat comedy show tailor-made for the Fringe Read more »| 24 Aug 2026 -
FestivalsLorna Ní Shúilleabháin @ Hoots Nicolson Square
Lorna Ní Shúilleabháin might be Barefoot Before God in her Edinburgh Fringe debut, but it seems she’s still finding her feet in front of an audience Read more »| 24 Aug 2026 -
FestivalsFab Goualin @ Gilded Balloon Teviot
Fab Goulain's debut Edinburgh Fringe hour is a charming and entertaining introduction to a unique new voice Read more »| 24 Aug 2026 -
FestivalsEmmeline Downie @ Pleasance Courtyard
There's astute observation and some lovely gags in Emmeline Downie's character comedy hour as Gail Read more »| 24 Aug 2026 -
FestivalsKate Dolan @ Monkey Barrel Comedy
Trout, Kate Dolan's new powerhouse of an hour, will have you giggling like a fish Read more »| 24 Aug 2026 -
FestivalsReuben Solo @ Gilded Balloon Teviot
Reuben Solo hunts for in-the-room magic on his return to Edinburgh, although one of his central schticks may ring a few bells for seasoned Fringe-goers Read more »| 24 Aug 2026 -
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Rob Copland @ Monkey Barrel Comedy
Physical comedy and oddball observational material from 2024's Comedy Award Panel Prize winner Rob Copland Read more »| 24 Aug 2026 -
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Em Humble @ Pleasance Courtyard
Em Humble showcases her character talents in Lady of the Lakes, but this debut hour prioritises style over substance Read more »| 24 Aug 2026 -
FestivalsKate Dehnert @ Pleasance Courtyard
Kate Dehnert's Echo is a raging typhoon of storytelling and jokes, set to some heavy beats Read more »| 21 Aug 2026