Anna Akana
- Actor and stand-up comedian
Press clippings
How to build a social media fanbase
Anna Akana has some advice for fellow comedians.
Anna Akana, Chortle, 9th August 2024Edinburgh Fringe 2024: Rarely Asked Questions - Anna Akana
For those who have seen Anna Akana's acting work she will not need an introduction.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 31st July 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 2024These are five of the most-talked about stand up shows at the Fringe
Five widely looked-for-ward-to comedies.
The Herald, 28th July 2024Comedy: The Antidote to Tragedy
Comedians Anna Akana and Catherine McCafferty make their Fringe debut this year. Here they write about tragedies in their lives and the healing power of comedy.
Richard Beck, Broadway Baby, 24th July 2024EdFringe Newcomers: All That's Fresh
Having your first hour-show at the Edinburgh Fringe is the gold ring for many new comics looking to make a sharp comedically suited-and-booted first impression.
Victoria Nangle, Entertainment Now, 22nd July 2024Anna Akana: I loved Baby Reindeer - but my stalker was more frightening
The American comic quit live performances after being threatened. Now she's bringing a show based on her experiences to the Edinburgh Fringe.
Dominic Maxwell, The Times, 16th July 2024Anna Akana is finding laughter amid darkness in Edinburgh Fringe debut
Anna Akana's road to the comedy mecca of the Edinburgh Fringe hasn't been straightforward.
Murray Scougall, The Sunday Post, 16th July 2024Funny At The Fringe - Anna Akana: It Gets Darker
"It Gets Darker, true to its name, is a show that dissects death in all its forms in 3 stories".
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 9th July 2024On the Mic Picks: Anna Akana
Anna has been touring this show across America to packed houses.
On The Mic, 3rd May 2024