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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FestivalsFoxdog Studios @ Heroes, Boteco
The inventive duo return with a lunchtime treat Read more »| 06 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsEmma Sidi @ Pleasance Courtyard
Emma Sidi introduces a new mix of quirky characters Read more »| 06 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsRobin Clyfan @ Heroes, Blundabus
Robin Clyfan’s debut hour is lovably chaotic, but a little too rushed at times Read more »| 06 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsAthena Kugblenu @ Underbelly Bristo Square
Leading the way, rising star Athena Kugblenu delivers an honest and politically charged hour Read more »| 06 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsFringe Wives Club @ Assembly Roxy
The latest show from Fringe Wives Club, Glittery Clittery is a feminist masterpiece which will leave you feeling empowered and educated Read more »| 06 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsSarah Keyworth @ Pleasance Courtyard
Sarah Keyworth's superb debut about gendered language is as articulate as it is unpretentious Read more »| 06 Aug 2018
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FestivalsLuca Cupani @ Underbelly George Square
Luca Cupani sees the funny side of sainthood, the afterlife and Catholic guilt in God Digger Read more »| 06 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsRichard Soames @ Underbelly Bristo Square
Lights, camera and action in a fun-packed hour from Richard Soames Read more »| 06 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsTessa Coates @ Pleasance Courtyard
Tessa Coates delivers an impressive sophomore hour on one of humankind’s greatest quandaries Read more »| 06 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsNathaniel Metcalfe @ Laughing Horse, The Counting House
The nicest man on the Fringe is back with a tale of heartbreak and Heroes (the Bowie variety) Read more »| 06 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsLou Sanders @ Monkey Barrel
Lou Sanders is at her shameless best Read more »| 06 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsAlice Snedden @ Pleasance Courtyard
A fun show from debutant Alice Snedden Read more »| 06 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsKate Berlant @ Assembly George Square
Kate Berlant delivers a compelling debut Edinburgh Fringe hour, but one that feels more like a work in progress Read more »| 06 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsAlex Edelman @ Pleasance Courtyard
Sharp writing, relatable stories and wider social points – Alex Edelman makes a triumphant return to the Fringe Read more »| 06 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsAda Campe @ The Stand's New Town Theatre
Ducks, drama and debauchery from an accomplished character comedian Read more »| 06 Aug 2018