Rachael Healy
- Journalist
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Comedians tell of the highs and lows of the Edinburgh fringe awards
Awards generate a buzz and are motivating but the pressure to be nominated and the disappointment are intense.
Rachael Healy, The Guardian, 28th 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 2024From OnlyFans to medical trials - the extreme measures artists take to fund Edinburgh festival shows
Crowdfunding and finding patrons are among less painful options as cost of performing at the fringe soars.
Rachael Healy, The Guardian, 21st July 202499 Club announces 2024 bursary recipients
The 99 Club's Female & Non-Binary Comedians Bursary Programme has announced five winners for 2024.
British Comedy Guide, 16th July 2024Live comedy in UK has become serious business
Researchers say stand-up's contribution is unsung, and hope findings will help to bolster the industry's credibility.
Rachael Healy, The Observer, 14th July 2024Ed Gamble: Hot Diggity Dog review
There's performative scorn, silly voices and animated act-outs in a show that never delves too deep.
Rachael Healy, i Newspaper, 28th June 2024Surprise election forces comedians to tear up Edinburgh festival scripts
For this year's fringe, performers will be rapidly updating their shows to reflect the outcome at the ballot box.
Rachael Healy, The Guardian, 22nd June 2024Punt and Dennis review
While not astounding, the long-term duo deliver fans what they want and expect.
Rachael Healy, i Newspaper, 1st June 2024We Are Lady Parts Series 2 review
The Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala makes a surprise cowgirl-themed cameo in Nida Manzoor's emotional, musical comedy.
Rachael Healy, i Newspaper, 30th May 2024