Alex Franklin
- Stand-up comedian
Press clippings
Alternative comedy magazine CHAFF launches
A new alternative comedy magazine titled CHAFF has launched. The first edition is available for £5 now.
British Comedy Guide, 3rd January 2025Dr Dolittle Kills a Man wins in The Laura Awards 2024
Dr Dolittle Kills a Man (and Reads Extracts From His New Book) starring Aidan Pittman was determined the winner of The Laura Awards, a slightly dubious annual prize decided by a woman called Laura whilst she is on holiday at the Edinburgh Fringe.
British Comedy Guide, 29th August 2024Tim Harding reveals his most anticipated Edinburgh shows
Recommendations are a mixture of shows I've already seen and loved its works in progress, hot tips from operatives on the ground, and scryings from the tea leaves.
Tim Harding, Chortle, 30th July 2024Edinburgh Fringe comedians share how they tackle the truth on stage
Stand up comedians are the heart of their material.
Katy Davies, Entertainment Focus, 23rd July 2024Funny At The Fringe - Alex Franklin: Gurl Code
"It's a show about trans joy, and my first year on HRT".
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 21st July 2024Dream Gig: Alex Franklin
Stand-up Alex Franklin gives a super meta Dream Gig for July, shedding light on her unusual comedy beginnings.
Alex Franklin, The Skinny, 11th July 2024EdFringe Talk: Alex Franklin: Gurl Code
"A bunch of comedian friends are coming up this year to do their various debuts, so I'm excited to see what they all do!"
Dan Lentell, Get Your Coats On, 25th June 2024Brighton Fringe Comedy Showcase - Komedia Studio review
A wonderfully surreal deep dive into the stranger side of alternative comedy.
James Walsh, The Reviews Hub, 25th May 2024Liam Harney and Rachel Barker win Luke Rollason's 2024 bursary
Liam Harney and Rachel Barker have been announced the winners of the 'inappropriately-named' Luke Rollason Memorial Memorial Bursary for 2024, with Rebecca Harrison and Alex Franklin as the runners-up. The award was set up by the physical comedian and actor to support new comedy creatives from alternative backgrounds bringing unusual work to the Brighton Fringe.
British Comedy Guide, 12th April 2024Alex Franklin creates cash treasure hunt for Edinburgh 2023
Comedian Alex Franklin has hidden over £500 somewhere in Edinburgh, and is offering up clues to lead people to the treasure.
British Comedy Guide, 11th August 2023