2022 Edinburgh Fringe
Aliya Kanani: Where You From, From?
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Venue
51: Just The Tonic at The Tron
Room: The Tron
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30 countries, 10 schools, 6 languages... so, where's she from? After selling out her show internationally, including at the Just for Laughs Festival, Melbourne International Comedy Festival and FringeWorld in Perth, Canadian Academy Award-nominated actress and comedian, Aliya Kanani, is excited to bring her sought-after show for her Edinburgh Fringe debut! Aliya takes us on a turbulent journey around the world with tales of fitting in, sticking out and standing up. Her pleasant nature, combined with her fiery spirit will leave you energized and uplifted. 'Feel connected to humanity through humour' (FourthWallMedia.wordpress.com).
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Three woman only comedy
Three women only comedy shows at Edinburgh Festival 2022...
Caro Moses, ThreeWeeks, 3rd August 2022Aliya Kanani: Where Are You From, From? Q&A
We spoke to Aliya about her show, identity and why making people laugh is magic.
Funny Women, 2nd August 2022Fringe Q&A: Aliya Kanani
Ahead of her show at Just the Tonic, Aliya Kanani tells us about what makes her laugh and how she once made someone throw-up from laughing.
Ben Venables, Fest Mag, 1st August 2022Fringe 2022: Our five fave comedy picks
Previews of Helen Bauer, Troy Hawke, Glenn Moore, Norris & Parker and Aliya Kanani.
The Herald, 30th July 2022The best comedy gigs and venues at Edinburgh Fringe
Edinburgh Festival is famous as a showcase for up and coming comedians with many of the big names having come to prominence at the festival fringe events. And this year is no exception with plenty of comedy to delight and entertain audiences.
The Scotsman, 29th July 2022Interview with comedian, actor, and writer Aliya Kanani
Aliya's debut stand up show Where You From, From? is coming up to Edinburgh this August. We talk about her inspirations, her career path, and why she wants to take part in the largest arts festival in the world.
Tom Inniss, Voice Magazine, 24th July 2022Aliya Kanani: Comedy's ditching stereotypes for authenticity
Long before I began performing, I'd go out to watch live comedy. I'd notice that every time there was a performer who I felt represented me in some way, whether it was a woman or a person of colour (or, rarely, both), the focus of their jokes would be on what made them the 'other' on the line-up.
Aliya Kanani, Chortle, 19th July 2022Aliya Kanani interview
This show means so much to me, and the way folks connect with my story makes me feel like there's something magical that happens each time I perform it.
On The Mic, 2nd July 2022Aliya Kanani shares how comedy has aided her mental health
'It was on stage that I learned how to be vulnerable. Comedy helped me find power in my truth.'
Aliya Kanani, Female First, 23rd June 2022Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
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| 4th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 5th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 6th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 7th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 8th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 9th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 10th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 11th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 12th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 13th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 14th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 16th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 17th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 18th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 19th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 20th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 21st Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 22nd Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 23rd Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 24th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 25th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 26th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 27th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |
| 28th Aug 2022 | 19:40 | Just The Tonic at The Tron |