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Sarah Roberts

Sarah Roberts (I)

  • English
  • Stand-up comedian

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It's the way they sell 'em: stand-ups across UK turn to merchandise for extra cash

Edinburgh Fringe acts and theatres are taking a cue from the music business with the sale of branded items to boost profits.

Rachael Healy, The Observer, 1st September 2024

Comedy newcomers at the Edinburgh Fringe

Another swathe of newcomers are offloading their fresh material into audience's ears and down towards their funny bones for 2024. Here we give a mere 24 of them a chance to sell us their show in, you guessed it, precisely 24 words.

The List, 2nd August 2024

Fringe accommodation: drunk landlords, blow-up beds and £5k bills

Finding suitable Fringe accommodation can be a challenge. Some of this year's performers share their formative experiences.

Andrew Eaton-Lewis, The Scotsman, 1st August 2024

Fringe Quickies: 214 - Sarah Roberts: Silkworm

"I love Edinburgh Fringe, and I've been up there in some capacity for the last two years."

WJ Quinn, The Quintessential Review, 31st July 2024

EdFringe Talk: Sarah Roberts: Silkworm

"EdFringe is great because it really teaches you to roll with the punches."

Dan Lentell, Get Your Coats On, 29th July 2024

Edinburgh Fringe Q&A: Sarah Roberts

The comedian brings her first show, Silkworm, to Assembly George Square.

Ben Venables, Fest Mag, 26th July 2024

Edinburgh 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 2024

Funny At The Fringe - Sarah Roberts: Silkworm

"Silkworm is my debut stand up hour and it's about the stories we tell ourselves (and everyone else) about who we are."

Holly, Phoenix Remix, 22nd July 2024

99 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 2024

99 Club Bursary Showcase 2024 review

Five female comics making their Fringe debut.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 16th July 2024

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