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Fringe comedians recommend new acts to see in 2024
With over 3000 shows in the programme it can be difficult to know where to start so we've asked some leading comedians to recommend fringe debutants to see at the festival this year.
Reyt Good Magazine, 24th July 2024Edinburgh festival 2024: six of the funniest comedians at the fringe
Looking for rising stars this summer? Try gossipy stand-up, an end-of-the-pier homage and a "gay witch sex cult".
Rachael Healy, The Guardian, 24th July 2024Edinburgh Fringe 2024 - Top Picks: Comedy
From mistaken identity to medieval saints, these comedy shows will have you in stitches.
Fest Mag, 23rd 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 202412 rising stars of comedy to see at the Edinburgh Fringe 2024
Heading to the Fringe? These 12 rising stars are well worth seeking out.
Nooruddean Choudry, Rolling Stone, 15th July 2024Breaking news: Jin Hao Li finds Nessie
He's on the hunt for Nessie and this photo essay takes us along on his journey.
Jin Hao Li, LMAOnaise, 10th July 2024My favourite holiday: Jin Hao Li
Jin Hao Li recalls a memorable trip to Skye that took a filthy turn.
Jin Hao Li, The List, 19th June 2024Pleasance adds more shows to Edinburgh Fringe
The Pleasance has added another 134 shows to their Edinburgh Festival Fringe roster this summer.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 2nd April 2024Glasgow International Comedy Festival Closing Gala 2024
Usually when a compere's suddenly overwhelmed it's an ominous sign. Susie McCabe went from unflappably hosting this celebration of her home city's resurgent comedy festival, to kicking off the second half with the more casually soul-baring aspects of her stand-up, before ultimately taking home the Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award, commended by the Big Yin himself in a pre-recorded video. She looked visibly stunned, receiving hugs all round on stage, but delivered a composed acceptance speech.
Jay Richardson, Chortle, 31st March 2024WIPped into Shape: Eleanor Morton and Jin Hao Li interview
We chat to Eleanor Morton and Jin Hao Li ahead of their Work in Progress shows at Glasgow Comedy Festival.
Laurie Presswood, The Skinny, 11th March 2024