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The 50 best shows to see at the 2016 Edinburgh Festival
From Alistair McGowan to Youssou N'Dour - our critics pick the 50 gigs guaranteed to make Edinburgh rock.
The Telegraph, 30th July 2016Interview: James Acaster
As James Acaster prepares for another comedic onslaught upon the Fringe, he discusses award nominations, audience perceptions and how lucky he feels.
Ben Williams, The List, 26th July 201610 more comedy recommendations for Fringe 2016
Hopefully you've already caught up with Laugh Out London's recommendations for the best comedy shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2016, including the best sketch/character, the best stand-up, the best free shows and the best shows in the pay-what-you-want model. Well, there's a lot more comedy going on out there in Edinburgh this year, so we couldn't help recommending 10 more great shows that don't quite fit into the arbitrary categories we set out. And here they are...
Laugh Out London, 25th July 2016Latitude: reflections on a weekend of comedy
Latitude has often used the tag-line 'more than just a music festival' and with an extensive arts line-up that's certainly true. The Suffolk festival has also grown into one of the largest comedy programmes on the circuit. The tents may now have been dismantled, but Fergus Morgan reflects back on a weekend's mirth in the festival's purple comedy arena.
Fergus Morgan, The Reviews Hub, 20th July 2016Latitude review: James Acaster
While the structure might have been altered, there were plenty of new routines here that suggest that Reset will be every bit as strong as his previous Edinburgh shows. he had a neat story about the honey business, a gripe against museum museum rubbers and his impression of a praying mantis definitely deserves an award, even if it is only Best Impersonation of a Praying Mantis.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 17th July 2016Latitude review: James Acaster
James Acaster can deal with a heckle better than anyone. When a mouthy drunkard started abusing him halfway through his Latitude slot, he clambered off the stage into the audience and chatted with said heckler for a good ten minutes. It was smooth, hilarious, and gloriously winning stuff. And it was indicative of a talent at the top of his game and a comic rapidly establishing himself as a big name.
Fergus Morgan, The Reviews Hub, 16th July 2016James Acaster's tips for Lindsay Lohan's Kettering trip
The Hollywood star says she'll turn on Kettering's Christmas lights. When she's in town, she should check out our mummified cat and smell the Weetabix.
James Acaster, The Guardian, 4th July 2016Best comedy shows at Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2016
What to find the biggest laughs, from Daniel Kitson at The Stand to James Acaster at Pleasance Courtyard
Brian Donaldson, The List, 1st July 2016Review: Bristol Comedy Garden
Bringing such intellect and masterful delivery to The Big Top on its opening night, Stewart Lee has set the standard high at this year's Comedy Garden.
Serena Cherry, Bristol 24/7, 30th June 2016Fringe preview: James Acaster
I think this is what they call a "no brainer".
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 23rd June 2016