2013 Edinburgh Fringe
Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Awards
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Every year a sell-out! The UK's first and premier award for live comedy. Now in its 33rd year. See the 2013 winner and nominees for Foster's Best Show on one bill, for one show only. Book early to avoid disappointment. We bring you the stars of tomorrow. Previous Best Show Winners include: Russell Kane, Tim Key, Daniel Kitson, Al Murray The Pub Landlord, Lee Evans and Frank Skinner. Previous Best Newcomer winners include: Tim Minchin, Sarah Millican, The Mighty Boosh and Harry Hill. To get all the latest news and winners announcements follow @comedyawards.
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Opinion: Edinburgh Comedy Awards: the aftermath
As the posters are ripped down and the bills are paid up comedians everywhere will be asking themselves whether it was worth going to the Edinburgh Fringe this year.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 30th August 2013A woman has made feminism funny. Now over to the men...
Bridget Christie has won the top comedy prize at the Edinburgh Festival with a show about feminism. Fellow comedian, Katy Brand, gives an insight into the world of 'Ladycomics'.
Katy Brand, The Telegraph, 29th August 2013Funny peculiar
Wit and comic potential are not now, and never have been, the preserve of men.
The Times, 26th August 2013The women who put feminism centre-stage
It's the morning after she picked up the Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Award and Bridget Christie is still remorselessly on message in her final set at the Edinburgh Fringe.
Mike Wade, The Times, 26th August 2013Steve Coogan bemoans commercialisation of Fringe
Comedian Steve Coogan has bemoaned the commercialisation of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe since he shot to fame there two decades ago - saying it has become "swamped" by marketing people and promoters.
Brian Ferguson, The Scotsman, 26th August 2013Edinburgh Comedy Awards Results - right or wrong?
So after all the huffing and puffing and heated discussion Bridget Christie won the Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Award this afternoon. There had been rumours that she might not accept the award but, apart from calling special guest Steve Coogan a "prick" for dumping his girlfriend, she was on her best behaviour.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 24th August 2013It's a funny job but someone's got to spot new talent
If you believe the hype, a golden future opens up today for the comedian who receives the Edinburgh Comedy Award from Steve Coogan. However, according to one of the most important men in British comedy, it might not count for much.
Mike Wade, The Times, 24th August 2013If women can rock the Fringe, why not the shortlists?
There is just one woman on the shortlist for each of the main and newcomer awards, Bridget Christie and Aisling Bea, but if one of them does not emerge with a trophy, once again questions will be asked.
The Herald, 24th August 2013Edinburgh comedy award: who should win this year?
Comedians under starter's orders for the Foster's awards, as the 2013 So You Think You're Funny gongs are handed out. Plus: John Lloyd brings a Rotary Club vibe to the fringe
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 23rd August 2013Edinburgh comedy awards - what the reviewers said
After the longest debate in the 33-year history of the Edinburgh Comedy Awards, the shortlist has been announced. For the first time since Lee Evans won in 1993, there are seven names on the list. But who are they and what have the critics been saying about them?
BBC News, 21st August 2013Our comedy critic on the Comedy Awards nominations
Our critic, also on the awards' panel, runs through this year's nominations for the main award - and reveals his favourite.
Dominic Maxwell, The Times, 21st August 2013Fringe Comedy Awards stand up for stand-up
Stand-up has returned to dominate Edinburgh's showcase comedy awards after a big year for mime in 2012, with one shortlisted comedian even bringing back mother-in-law jokes.
Nick Clark, The Independent, 21st August 2013Edinburgh Comedy Award winners: where are they now?
With the nominees announced for this year's Edinburgh Comedy Awards, Judith Welikala takes a look at some of the most successful winners - and those who have faded into obscurity.
Judith Welikala, The Telegraph, 21st August 2013Gallery: Edinburgh comedy award 2013, a critic's guide
Flummoxed by the 2013 Foster's award? Confused by this year's crop of up-and-coming comedians? Never fear: Guardian reviewer Brian Logan is here to talk you through the shortlist of the biggest prize in UK comedy, act by act.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 21st August 2013Edinburgh comedy award 2013 showcases best of British
Shortlist for biggest prize in UK comedy throws spotlight on homegrown talent, ranging from feminist standup to a show about the dangers of school reunions.
Matt Trueman, The Guardian, 21st August 2013The Foster's Comedy Award shortlist: From O2 to Fringe?
Interesting Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Awards shortlist just announced. Bridget Christie, Carl Donnelly, James Acaster, Max & Ivan, Mike Wozniak, Nick Helm and Seann Walsh are all in the running for the £10,000 prize to be handed out by Steve Coogan on Saturday. I love the Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Awards and this year's panel decision looks like being an intriguing one.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 21st August 2013Judging a comedy award is no laughing matter
Jokes about racism, porn, cystitis... you get all sorts on the Fringe. But how do you spot the next big thing in stand-up? Alice Jones, a judge on this year's Edinburgh Comedy Awards panel, explains.
Alice Jones, The Independent, 21st August 2013Here's who will win a comedy award this year
Can't wait to find out whom the nominees are for this years Edinburgh Awards? You don't have to. GQ Comedy Editor James Mullinger already knows.
James Mullinger, GQ, 14th August 2013Nica Burns says comedy still strong at Fringe
The organiser of the most coveted Fringe prize has denied suggestions comedy's domination of the event is on the wane - but admitted to concerns about the quality of free events.
Brian Ferguson, The Scotsman, 5th August 2013Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
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| 25th Aug 2013 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard |