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Kiri Pritchard-McLean on sharing her story as a foster carer on stage
As a frequent face on TV with a distinctive laugh and a white streak down the side of her hair, it's tough for comedian Kiri Pritchard-McLean not to stand out.
Ross Crae, The Sunday Post, 22nd July 2024
Peter Kay tops Britain's comedian rich list
The Car Share and Phoenix Nights star has a £34.6million fortune, figures show.
Howell Davies, The Sun, 22nd July 2024On the Mic Picks: Colin Hoult
"This show is our pick to be a massive award-winning hit at the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe. You read it here first."
On The Mic, 22nd July 2024Funny At The Fringe - Natasha Pearl Hansen: The Right Amount of Wrong
"The Right Amount of Wrong picks up where my last special left off, and takes the audience on a journey of what's been happening in my life since my world literally flipped upside down."
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 22nd July 2024EdFringe Newcomers: All That's Fresh
Having your first hour-show at the Edinburgh Fringe is the gold ring for many new comics looking to make a sharp comedically suited-and-booted first impression.
Victoria Nangle, Entertainment Now, 22nd July 2024EdFringe Talk: Serious Nonsense
"This year I am later in the day and hopeful it's going to make all the difference. I'm also going to be going for a wider variety of guest spots during the day too."
Dan Lentell, Get Your Coats On, 22nd July 2024Edinburgh Interview: Jack Michael Stacey and Matthew Howell on Spy Movie: The Play
"We wanted to make a show that was as enjoyable to watch for a 9-year-old as it was for a 99-year-old. This means there are jokes of all kinds, from slapstick, impossibly fast multi-rolling, and big visual gags to wordplay, puns, and groan-worthy dad jokes".
Greg Stewart, Theatre Weekly, 22nd July 2024Natalie Bellingham: Look After Your Knees
Natalie's had a diverse and interesting career as a theatre maker and performer, and this piece of work sounds amazing. I spoke to her to find out more.
Caro Moses, ThreeWeeks, 22nd July 2024The comics representing Bristol at the Edinburgh Fringe
"We have one of the best comedy scenes in the UK."
Harriet Robinson, BBC, 22nd July 2024Spring Day warns Scots parents to be wary of dark cult recruitment lookout signs
Spring Day joined a "non-denominational charismatic church" aged 13.
Vivienne Aitken, Daily Record, 22nd July 2024
Omid Djalili: You can't joke about trans issues and climate change on social media
The actor and comedian on his trial for Chelsea football team, body image and loathing art by algorithm.
Jack Rear, The Telegraph, 22nd July 2024Edinburgh Fringe 2024 Preview - Part Five
From thinking person's comedians to classic clowns...
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 22nd July 2024Funny At The Fringe - Sarah Roberts: Silkworm
"Silkworm is my debut stand up hour and it's about the stories we tell ourselves (and everyone else) about who we are."
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 22nd July 2024Have a Gander at The Edinburgh Fringe 2024 - Anesti Danelis: Artificially Intelligent
Toronto-based comedian, Anesti Danelis, tals with Corr Blimey about their satirical comedy show coming to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, having already gone down a storm at the Toronto Fringe.
Corr Blimey, 22nd July 2024Fringe Quickies: 151 - Defective Inspector: An American Odyssey
"Our audience members always have their personal favourite gags, so hopefully they'll awake with a few favourite quotes/moments rattling around in their brain (while trying to nurse the mild hangover from trying to process what they've witnessed)."
WJ Quinn, The Quintessential Review, 22nd July 2024Intimacy pro brings no holds barred show to the Fringe
US performer, writer, intimacy professional and consent expert, Jean Franzblau is set to take Edinburgh by storm this August with, My Mother Doesn't Know I'm Kinky, her full and frank account of how she broke the news of her unconventional sex life to her unsuspecting mother.
David Burns, The Scotsman, 22nd July 2024Opinion: Finding My Audience
As he returns to Edinburgh, comedian James Roque shares his experiences overcoming some of the challenges he faced as a POC artist and the connection he made with Scotland's Filipino community.
James Roque, Fest Mag, 22nd July 2024Opinion: Let's Improve Our Understanding of Improv
As the Edinburgh Fringe showcases a growing number of improv performances, the vibrant art form remains oddly sidelined in the UK's comedy scene.
Graham Dickson, Fest Mag, 22nd July 2024Theatre At The Fringe - Fan/Girl
"It's an absurd, tongue-in-cheek ride through British adolescence set against a backdrop of 90s football and pop."
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 22nd July 2024
Apology over stolen Dara Ó Briain comedy notes
A person who stole the notes of comedian Dara Ó Briain after a gig in Guernsey has apologised and made a donation, the venue has said.
Jake Wallace, BBC, 22nd July 2024Fringe Quickies: 152 - Defective Inspector: A Stitch in Time
"The sheer amount of characters and set-pieces that occur throughout the show lends itself to spontaneity and different takes on characters to keep us on our toes".
WJ Quinn, The Quintessential Review, 22nd July 2024Rosco McClelland on exploring rare heart condition in latest Fringe show
Dying is a subject often avoided or talked about in hushed tones, but not for comedian Rosco McClelland.
Ross Crae, The Sunday Post, 22nd July 2024Unfiltered #19 - The reality of getting Fringe ready with Nina Gilligan: Goldfish
"Writing a show for Edinburgh is a bit like being in a relationship...it's up to you how healthy it stays."
WJ Quinn, The Quintessential Review, 22nd July 2024Unfiltered #20 - The reality of getting Fringe ready with Showstopper!
We are like a sports team, in that we meet to practice our skills. Just like sports - but with less violence.
WJ Quinn, The Quintessential Review, 22nd July 2024Funny At The Fringe - Lou Taylor: Jeans and a nice top.
"My show is a multimedia show about growing up in the 90s/00s."
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 22nd July 2024Unfiltered #22 - The reality of getting Fringe ready with 'Defective Inspector: An American Odyssey'
"Hello my dear, humble reader. You find me, your talented narrator, in the midst of a heated discussion with my cast as we attempt to book our Edinburgh transport during a break in rehearsals."
WJ Quinn, The Quintessential Review, 22nd July 2024Mask of 'perfect mother' explored in Fringe show
American actress, Karin Trachtenberg is set to enchant Edinburgh Fringe audiences this August with her poignant and affecting show My Mother Had Two Faces: Reflections on beauty, ageing and acceptance.
David Burns, The Scotsman, 22nd July 2024Funny At The Fringe - Dima Watermelon: Ukrainian Dream
"This show is about dreams, the absurdity of day-to-day existence, and why you should not take life too seriously."
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 22nd July 2024Fringe Quickies: 156 - The First 3 Minutes of 17 Shows
"I love performing my show because it's modular."
WJ Quinn, The Quintessential Review, 22nd July 2024We need a full-scale revolution to fix the Fringe
...but in the meantime Sian Davies suggests three sticking-plaster solutions.
Sian Davies, Chortle, 22nd July 2024
Mr Bigstuff review
It's a nice set up even if it is one that doesn't quite press the originality buttons.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 22nd July 2024Edinburgh Fringe: 10 award-winners
A mammoth 121 comedy shows at this year's Edinburgh Fringe programme boast that their performers have won awards, from Derek Awards (given by a bloke with 600 followers on Twitter) to Emmys. Here are just ten of them.
Chortle, 22nd July 2024
Melvyn Hayes on his 'angry young man' beginnings - and It Ain't Half Hot Mum
He was tipped to be the next Richard Burton - but ended up as crossdressing Gunner Gloria in the now controversial sitcom. As his breakthrough classic No Trees In The Street returns to the screen, Hayes looks back.
Stuart Jeffries, The Guardian, 22nd July 2024Fringe Best Free Shows 2024: Here are 11 must-see free shows at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Here are 11 of the free shows that have caught our eye this year.
David Hepburn, The Scotsman, 22nd July 2024Interview: Chris Tavener
"I couldn't be heard or seen for two songs. I laughed hysterically about it afterwards." Musical comedian Chris Tavener tells us about debut Fringe hour Faking Cool.
Kevin Ibbotson-Wight, The Wee Review, 22nd July 2024
Jasper Carrott helps Stratford Town FC with its new monthly charity fundraisers
Jasper Carrott helped kick-off a new monthly fundraising initiative at Stratford Town Football Club at the weekend.
Stratford Herald, 22nd July 2024Improv At The Fringe - Murder, She Didn't Write
"Murder, She Didn't Write is an improvised comedy show where we make up an entire murder mystery on-the-spot based on audience suggestions."
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 22nd July 2024Jaz Mattu Returns With Jaz Mattu Returns interview
Frodo Allen talks with Jaz Mattu about his second hour to the Edinburgh Fringe this year with a brand-new show entitled Jaz Mattu Returns.
Frodo Allen, Broadway Baby, 22nd July 2024Funny At The Fringe - Rachel Fairburn: Side Eye
"It's seven characters based loosely on the seven deadly sins."
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 22nd July 2024Edinburgh Fringe Q&A: Temi Wilkey
The writer and performer of Main Character Energy talks about taking up space when the world wants you to remain small.
Fest Mag, 22nd July 2024
Piglets creators respond after police complain about sitcom's title
"It's not a documentary. It's not a satire on the police."
James Hibbs, Radio Times, 22nd July 2024Videos
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