Richard Cobb
- Scottish
- Stand-up comedian
Press clippings
Unfiltered #1 - The reality of getting Fringe ready with Richard Cobb: Running Joke
When tipping the jigsaw box upside down and attempting to assemble a new Fringe hour without any idea what the end picture is meant to resemble, it's easy to look at what others on the circuit are doing and reach for the oxygen mask.
Richard Cobb, The Quintessential Review, 7th July 2024Funny At The Fringe - Richard Cobb: Running Joke
"The central theme is about running last year's Edinburgh Marathon but it's mainly about setting myself daft personal challenges over the years and pushing myself to the limit but struggling with the balance of being wildly competitive and hard on myself when things go a bit pear-shaped."
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 6th July 2024Richard Cobb interview
"I don't want to bother anyone that's having a nice day!" Self-effacing comedian Richard Cobb tells us about his sophomore show Running Joke.
Kevin Ibbotson-Wight, The Wee Review, 12th June 2024#SNAPCHATZ Episode 35: Shifting realities
In this episode of #SNAPCHATZ, we explore shows that bring evolving truths to #EdFringe 2023. Delve into Richard Cobb's humorous encounter with nostalgia, witness the unseen characters of Catherine Wheels' Australian outback, and experience Alexandra Haddow's reflections on 'something bad' she did in her 20's.
WJ Quinn, The Quintessential Review, 20th July 2023