2014 Edinburgh Fringe
The Comedy Zone
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The Fringe's funniest, most prestigious and longest running showcase is back! Previously bringing you the likes of Dave Gorman, Russell Howard, Al Murray, Russell Kane and many more, The Comedy Zone is the go to showcase to see the stars of tomorrow. This year we are proud to introduce Jack Barry (James Acaster's tour support), Steve Bugeja (BBC Radio New Comedy Award winner 2013), Alex Smith (Live At The Electric) and Adam Hess (Chortle Student Comedy Award winner 2011). 'Comedy's finest new additions' (Observer). 'The Fringe's leading stand-up showcase' (Times).
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Interview: Steve Bugeja
Things are already looking good for this years Comedy Zone which is set to be hosted by 2013 BBC Radio New Comedy Award Winner Steve Bugeja. This came fast on the heals of his Free Festival show at Edinburgh Fringe were his self-deprecating wit won him many plaudits.
The New Current, 8th July 2014Interview: Alex Smith
It's a great feeling getting to come and see comedians at the fringe festival but even better when one gets to witness their fringe debut. Alex Smith joins an impressive line-up of up and coming comedians who have certainly been building impressive names for themselves on the circuit.
The New Current, 8th July 2014Interview: Jack Barry
The Fringe's funniest, most prestigious and longest running showcase is back! Previously bringing you the likes of Dave Gorman, Russell Howard, Al Murray, Russell Kane and many more, The Comedy Zone is the go to showcase to see the stars of tomorrow.
The New Current, 8th July 2014The Steve Bugeja three minute interview
The soon to be famous Steve Bugeja won the prestigious BBC New Comedy Award last year. Not bad for someone who has only been performing stand-up comedy September 2010. At this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe, he's hosting The Comedy Zone every night in the Pleasance Courtyard.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 7th July 2014The Alex Smith three minute interview
Alex Smith's mix of laser sharp observations and cleverly crafted comedy songs have helped him rapidly climb the stand-up circuit ladder. Martin Walker asks what he's up to this year at the Edinburgh Fringe.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 24th June 2014More details
The Fringe's longest-running and most prestigious showcase turns 24 this year. The Comedy Zone has established itself as the essential Edinburgh show to see the major comedy stars of tomorrow. Chris Addison, Julian Barrett, Frankie Boyle, Noel Fielding, Dave Gorman, Harry Hill, Russell Howard, Russell Kane, Stewart Lee, Al Murray, John Oliver, Chris Ramsey and Jon Richardson were all introduced to the comedy world after performing in The Comedy Zone.
This year we are proud to present four of the finest, freshest acts on the circuit: Jack Barry, Steve Bugeja, Adam Hess and Alex Smith.
Jack Barry has acted as tour Support for James Acaster's Edinburgh award-nominated shows and was in the Pleasance Comedy Reserve in 2013.
Steve Bugeja was winner of the BBC Radio New Comedy Award 2013 and was a finalist in the Amused Moose (2013) and Laughing Horse new act competitions (2011).
Adam Hess was the Chortle Student Comedy Award Winner and Leicester Square Theatre New Act of the Year runner-up in 2011 and received a nomination for the Best Newcomer at the Chortle Awards in 2013.
Alex Smith has performed on Live At The Electric (BBC Three) and BBC Radio 2's New Comedy Awards and was the Amused Moose Laugh Off runner up in 2013.
Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
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| 30th Jul 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 31st Jul 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 1st Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 2nd Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 3rd Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 4th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 5th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 6th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 7th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 8th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 9th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 10th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 11th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 12th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 13th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 14th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 15th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 16th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 17th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 18th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 19th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 20th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 21st Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 22nd Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 23rd Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 24th Aug 2014 | 22:45 | Pleasance Courtyard |