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Robert Florence

Robert Florence

  • 47 years old
  • Scottish
  • Actor, writer, executive producer and comedian

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Burnistoun meets Baltimore in the Fringe's special show

Iain Connell and Robert Florence reveal why their hit sketch show is like The Wire as they prepare for their Fringe debuts.

Jay Richardson, The Scotsman, 8th August 2016

Comedy is still king, but with less attendants

The Edinburgh Fringe Festival is with us and this year, more than ever comedy is king. Yet, this year, more than ever, stand-up comedy rules supreme, and it's to be expected. Not only is the nation on the search for post-Brexit referendum, negative interest rates, pre-President Trump laughs, it's on the search for cheap laughs. That is, recession laughs, shows which are relatively cheap to stage.

Brian Beacom, The Herald, 3rd August 2016

Edinburgh Fringe | 2016 Iain Connell & Robert Florence

Iain Connell and Robert Florence invite you on a trip to Scotland's favourite city, home of Jolly Boy John, quality polis McGregor and Toshan and internationally renowned voice recognition lifts.

The New Current, 1st August 2016

Best of the fest

As Edinburgh Fringe takes over the capital for its 69th year, our experts round up a few acts you shouldn't miss.

The Sunday Times, 31st July 2016

The best shows at the 2016 Edinburgh Fringe

The magic is about to start again and it's time for your annual menu of events from Punchline. It includes some discoveries since last year as well as some classics. No doubt this year's discoveries will become classics by next year...

Punchline UK, 28th July 2016

10 of the best comedy acts to see at the Fringe

If you're looking for something to tickle your funny bone at this year's Fringe festival, here are some must-see acts that are guaranteed to leave you in stitches.

Nina Glencross, Daily Record, 28th July 2016

Who's representing your city at the Edinburgh Fringe? (Link expired)

Edinburgh is world famous for its annual Festival Fringe (5-29 Aug) which showcases performing arts from across the world, but focusses mainly on comedy.

Alex Watson, WOW247, 26th July 2016

My comedy hero: Burnistoun duo pick their faves

The pair pick John Candy and Vic & Bob.

Brian Donaldson, The List, 20th July 2016

Video: JK Rowling to appear at Fringe with Burnistoun

Robert Florence and Iain Connell reveal that the Harry Potter author will be in their Fringe show.

Ewen Cameron, STV, 5th July 2016

Best 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 2016

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