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West Bromwich comedian's pasta pun wins Edinburgh Fringe funniest joke award

A PASTA pun has been named the funniest joke of the Edinburgh Fringe as the award returned for the first time since before the pandemic.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 22, 2022

Edinburgh Fringe funniest jokes 2022 revealed - Did they make you laugh?

Dave’s Funniest Joke of the Fringe has been revealed for the first time since the pandemic.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 21, 2022

Masai Graham wins Edinburgh Fringe funniest joke award

The Dave’s Funniest Joke of the Fringe returned for the first time since 2019.

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2022

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The Alchemist in Newcastle mixes up a winning menu of comedy and cocktails

Eldon Square bar-restaurant The Alchemist announces its first ever comedy night, including Edinburgh Fringe favourite Lauren Pattison, with drinks packages on sale now

Chronicle Live · Aug 21, 2022

Welsh indy supporter behind Fringe show says Scotland can lead way

A WELSH independence supporter behind a political Edinburgh Fringe show believes if Scotland manages to break ties with the UK, Wales will quickly…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 21, 2022

We saw an Edinburgh Fringe dark comedy and the audience were in tears by the end

The show tells the story of an immature teen boy obsessed with girls and fitting in, who is avoiding the excruciating loss of his mum that he is not ready to deal with yet.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 19, 2022

Expat maths teacher returns home to make mark on Lanarkshire comedy circuit

Michael Herd spent 14 years teaching in Shanghai where he honed his craft as a comedian by night

Daily Record · Aug 19, 2022

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Edinburgh Fringe: Best jokes of the festival so far OLD

Isobel Lewis is currently running all over Edinburgh taking in all the comedy the Fringe has to offer. Here are her funniest one-liners from the festival so far...

The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2022

We saw the Edinburgh Fringe show championing brilliant women and it packed a punch

The cast put on a phenomenal performance packed full of energy and passion that was maintained all the way throughout the powerful and captivating show

Edinburgh Live · Aug 18, 2022

Simon Brodkin: ‘I wasn’t ready to be completely open’

Simon Brodkin made a name for himself as Britain’s number one prankster – except the names weren’t his own, but Lee Nelson or other comedy characters. He talks to Isobel Lewis about moving on from his most famous creation, finding his own identity on stage and how his ADHD diagnosis…

The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2022

Comedian Matt Forde complains about crying baby at his gig: ‘It’s like someone’s phone continually ringing’

Twitter users were divided by his comments

Evening Standard · Aug 17, 2022

Jerry Sadowitz doing voiceover work at Fringe following show cancellation

JERRY Sadowitz is back doing voiceover work at the Edinburgh Fringe following the cancellation of his show at The Pleasance Theatre.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 17, 2022

Edinburgh fringe comic hits out after couple bring their baby to adult show

Comic Matt Forde took to social media to explain that the youngster had interrupted his Fringe set on multiple occasions at the Pleasance Courtyard on Monday.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 16, 2022

Edinburgh Fringe comedian hits out at parent with crying baby 'derailing show'

Matt Forde said audience members were "p***ed off" by the crying baby.

Daily Record · Aug 16, 2022

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Edinburgh Live · Aug 15, 2022

Edinburgh Fringe show Good Grief proves 'a clown rave to die for'

A theatre show that describes itself as a show about death expressed through "outrageous clowning, personal testimony and a thumping techno soundtrack" automatically piques interest, but it was an apt summary of a mad but impactful journey.

Wales Online · Aug 15, 2022

Jerry Sadowitz hits back at Edinburgh Fringe venue following racism claims

'My act is now being cheapened and simplified as unsafe, homophobic, misogynistic and racist'

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2022

Comedian Jerry Sadowitz hits back at Edinburgh Fringe venue over racism claims

His show at the Pleasance theatre was cancelled after it received a number of complaints.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2022

Sky-high accommodation and venue costs threaten Edinburgh Fringe’s future

ASK any arts lover “who makes the Fringe?” and most will agree it is the artists.

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The National (Scotland) · Aug 14, 2022

Celebrities jump to the defence of Jerry Sadowitz after Fringe show cancellation

CELEBRITIES are criticising the decision by a Scottish theatre to cancel the comedian Jerry Sadowitz’s remaining shows at the Edinburgh Fringe…

Daily Record · Aug 12, 2022

Sir Keir Starmer calls Boris Johnson rude nickname at Edinburgh Fringe

The Labour leader also said it is "nonsense" to claim his party has not been leading on the cost-of-living crisis.

Evening Standard · Aug 10, 2022

Edinburgh Fringe 2022: Zach Zucker - Spectacular Industry Showcase at Monkey Barrel: expertly controlled chaos

After having to rewrite his show due to a tragedy in his hometown, the American comedian still keeps his humour high-octane

The National (Scotland) · Aug 9, 2022

'Still relevant now': Trainspotting Live returns to the stage after Covid hiatus

AFTER a three-year hiatus, Trainspotting Live has made its return to the Edinburgh Fringe ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 7, 2022

See the full list of venues hosting events for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2022

As the whole city hosts the festivities, here’s how you can see all the venues hosting events.

Belfast Live · Aug 7, 2022

Co Down comedian on 'dream come true' of performing at Edinburgh Fringe for first time

Caroline's show will run at the festival from August 6 to 14

The National (Scotland) · Aug 7, 2022

Exit Boris, stage right: The Fringe show relevant now more than ever

IMAGINE the scene: a theatre at Eton College, an expectant audience awaits a production of Shakespeare’s Richard III, and, playing the titular,…

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