2023 Edinburgh Fringe
Liam Withnail: Chronic Boom
A belter. Liam Withnail has a "tale to tell" this year. His club friendly writing and constantly grafting stagecraft means that you are fully involved in the emotional and political rollercoaster.
Join the gifted comic storyteller with over 10million TikTok and Instagram views as he battles chronic illness and hilariously reckons with his new reality during a hospital stay. This enlightening stand-up show about how we adapt when life throws a curveball takes audiences on a rollercoaster of laughter and packs an emotional punch. Winner: Amused Moose Award for Outstanding Show 2019 and Scottish Comedy Award. Finalist of both Scottish and English Comedian of the Year. 'Consistently hysterical' ***** (TheWeeReview.com). 'A natural talent for comedy. One of the most complete and affirming shows I've seen' ***** (EdFestMag.com).
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Best-reviewed Edinburgh Fringe shows 2023
Ed Byrne was the best-reviewed stand-up comic performing at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023, analysis conducted by British Comedy Guide has found.
British Comedy Guide, 4th September 2023Liam Withnail on the ups and downs of the Fringe
"Naked for no reason".
Chortle, 22nd August 2023Monkey Barrel All Dayer - Bobby Carroll's Fringe Diary
Bobby spends all day in Monkey Barrel 2 testing the oft quoted Fringe theory that "you can spend a whole day in the same room in Monkey Barrel and see nothing but bangers". No spoilers but Laura Davis and Liam Withnail both stand out.
British Comedy Guide, 12th August 2023Liam Withnail: Sick Humour
"It's very different from your standard stand up show!"
Entertainment Now, 8th August 2023Liam Withnail on the Western General Hospital
As part of our performer's city guide, the stand-up gave us the lowdown on living in Edinburgh (with inflammatory bowel disease).
Liam Withnail, Fest Mag, 1st August 2023Punchline's Top Edinburgh Fringe Shows 2023
Hello! This is it. It's happening again. We've got a bag of rabbits and we're about to pull out a few to show you what's what. So without further ado, let's reveal the funniest bunnies in town.
Suzy & Rosalind Romer, Punchline UK, 31st July 2023Edinburgh Fringe 2023: 26 Comedy Shows to See
Our Comedy editor picks out a few highlights from this year's Edinburgh Fringe programme. OK, twenty-six highlights...
Polly Glynn, The Skinny, 28th July 2023Fringe in 5 - Liam Withnail
Amy chats to Liam Withnail before he heads to the Fringe with his show Chronic Boom!
Amy Rye, Lost in Theatreland, 26th July 2023Edinburgh Fringe Q&A - Liam Withnail
"I get to live here all year, so showing it off to the world is a treat".
Ross Crae, The Sunday Post, 25th July 202315 comedy shows you need to see at the Edinburgh Fringe 2023
As the world's biggest arts festival returns, here's our must-see shows from the brightest talents in British comedy.
Nooruddean Choudry, Rolling Stone, 21st July 2023EdFringe Talk: Liam Withnail: Chronic Boom
"I wanted to do something a bit more ambitious this year. Then I was hospitilised... so thanks universe for providing the ambitious show theme I wanted."
Dan Lentell, Get Your Coats On, 21st July 2023#SNAPCHATZ Episode 23: Candidates for Edinburgh's pantheon of legend
Today's applicants to the Edinburgh pantheon of LEGENDS, are jester with a renegade bowel, Liam Withnail, friend to the world, Lucy McCormick, and shamanic Scarlett Johansson autobiographer, Chris Grace.
WJ Quinn, The Quintessential Review, 12th July 2023Edinburgh 2023: Liam Withnail Q&A
BWW caught up with Liam Withnail to chat about bringing Chronic Boom to the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 7th July 2023Ten rising stand up stars to see at the Edinburgh Fringe
With around 3000 shows at the Edinburgh Fringe, it's tricky to know where to start. Here are ten up and coming stand up comedians that we have been given the tip-off are set to get crowds laughing this summer.
Luke Jackson, Midlothian View, 5th July 2023My perfect podcast: Liam Withnail
Comedian Liam Withnail tells us about his favourite podcasts.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 20th June 2023Ask a comedian: Liam Withnail
A comic with over 10 million TikTok and Instagram views, Liam Withnail is set to premiere his new stand up show, Chronic Boom, at Edinburgh Fringe.
Ian Chaddock, Readers Digest, 13th June 2023Performances
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2nd Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
3rd Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
4th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
5th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
6th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
7th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
8th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
9th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
10th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
11th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
12th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
13th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
14th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
15th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
16th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
17th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
18th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
19th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
20th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
21st Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
22nd Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
23rd Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
24th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
25th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
26th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |
27th Aug 2023 | 19:10 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 2) |