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Josh Glanc: Family Man

Josh Glanc: Family Man

1 Aug 2025 - 10 Aug 2025

Nominated for the 2024 Edinburgh Comedy Award. Listed by Rolling Stone as one of the 'stand out' shows of the Edinburgh Fringe. The brilliantly offbeat Josh Glanc arrives in [city] fresh from a smash hit, sold out Edinburgh Fringe run. Wonderfully silly songs. Collusive and tender. Surreal stand-up.The moustachioed aussie has created a wackily inventive absurdism all his own (Times). He's one of the best out there when it comes to creating his own playground. (Fest). As seen on the Melbourne International Comedy Festival All Star Gala and creator and star of the recent Channel 4 Comedy Short also called Family Man. He's been labelled one of Australia's most exciting emerging talents by the Sydney Morning Herald. Don't miss it. Or do. I dont really mind. Im just the guy he pays to write this stuff up. Now here are some review quotes to help convince you, but seriously, it's no skin off my back.
Second Summer of Love

Second Summer of Love

17 Jul 2025 - 4 Oct 2025

Original raver, Louise, wonders how she went from ecstasy-taking idealist to respectable, disillusioned, suburban mum? Meet Molly and Brian as, triggered by her daughter's anti-drugs homework and at peak mid-life crisis, Louise flashes back to the early 90s rave scene. A story of rave remembrance, coming of age and mid-life awakening. Pick of The Fringe - Sell Out - 5 Star - Comedy on Tour 2025 "Will leave you uplifted entertained and wondering what your mum was up to in 1993" EdFringe Review Second Summer of Love was inspired by STERNS nightclub in Worthing. Press from Yvonne Arnaud, Mill Studio 2023: ★★★★★ “I absolutely loved this play... overwhelming energy...excellent cast” London Theatre 1 Press from Edinburgh Fringe 2022 ★★★★ “Warm and witty, uplifting and sunny” – Broadway Baby ★★★★ “A superb perfromance” - Lost in Theatreland, Amy Rye ★★★★ “Happisburgh is captivating”, “A fresh perspective to discussion about recreational drug use” “An impressive performer seamlessly shifting between different characters” EdFringe Review - Anna Gardner ★★★★ “A joyous celebration of 90's rave culture” “Ingenious music and movement sequences" EdFringe Review Jess Painter ★★★★ “A vivid protagonist played with boundless energy” - Fringe Biscuit Chris Neville-Smith’s “Pick of the Fringe” 2022 “Gem of a show about rave culture – grab a ticket now” Omid Djalili “Absolutely loved Second Summer of Love… one for all the ravers (and ex-ravers!)” Matt Quinton, BBC Originally developed in collaboration with Pants on Fire and showcased at the SHORTS festival 2020
Angry Boater Live in Brighton

Angry Boater Live in Brighton

23 Aug 2025 - 25 Nov 2025

As Featured on C4S Narrow Escapes, Joel Sanders is the former Las Vegas comedian who swapped the hubbub of the city for a nice calm life on the waterways. Now in its 12th year, Angry Boater is a revelatory evening of comedy & stories about the joys, perils & madness that come along when you swap the comforts of suburbia for a nomadic life on the uks waterways . Formerly, Joel was the comedian with a grand plan of becoming the first brit to play all 50 US states. He managed 40, performing everywhere from the deep souths redneck bars to casinos & theatres in the more traditional destinations. Joel lived the dream and worked with many of his comedy heroes, including Robin Williams. Whether youve thought about living on a boat or if you cant imagine anything worse, Angry Boater will take you on an authentic comedy journey unlike anything else youll experience this year.
Ben Pope: The Cut

Ben Pope: The Cut

30 Jul 2025 - 19 Oct 2025

Ben Pope ('a total delight' - Fest) brings his brand-new UK stand-up tour to Brighton.   Look, there's no easy way to put this. Last year, Ben got circumcised. On purpose, and as recommended by medical professionals. This show is a 55min inventory of his ensuing masculine panic. Expect jokes and stories on: the male ego, pillow talk, charity shops, the sublime mystery of having a father, and also exactly one pig.   It's a show about losing a part of yourself. A very specific part. See you there. Chop chop.
Ben Moor: A Three Thing Day
Comedy
Theatre

Ben Moor: A Three Thing Day

30 Jul 2025 - 6 Nov 2025

Ben Moor Ben has a show opening later, but first he has a family meeting, and before that there's a funeral. A single day can encompass the past, present and future; friends, family and strangers; the ridiculous, the moving and the inspirational. Like life. Surreal and melancomic, Ben Moor's new show is crammed with hilarious one-liners and observations, alongside beautiful and poetic digressions. Subjects covered include good gullibility, dolphin infestations, snacks, and unreliable phones. 'An English Wes Anderson' (BroadwayWorld.com). 'Funny, acutely observed, and ultimately compassionate' \*\*\*\* (ThreeWeeks). 'Electric, elegant, sublime, timeless' \*\*\*\* (FringeBiscuit.co.uk). None Age category: 12+
Carl Donnelly: Another Round
Comedy
Stand-up

Carl Donnelly: Another Round

30 Jul 2025 - 7 Nov 2025

Join one of the UK’s finest comedians as he brings you up to speed on how he’s settling into being a married middle-aged father with recurring stomach ulcers, a bald patch, and an internet search history that now includes 'anti-leakage boxer shorts'. With his signature blend of honesty and wit, Carl turns life’s darkest moments into comedy gold. Raise a glass and join him for laughs, resilience, and hard-earned perspective. 'Observational genius' Guardian 'His comic warmth could fill the Sydney Opera House' Chortle 'A bringer of delight' ★★★★ Scotsman
Ian Smith: Foot Spa Half Empty

Ian Smith: Foot Spa Half Empty

15 Jul 2025 - 13 Mar 2026

Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Ian Smith (co-host of the Northern News podcast) heads back out on tour with a new show about stress, love and buying a magic spell off Amazon. As seen on Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You and The Stand Up Sketch Show - and heard on The News Quiz, The Unbelievable Truth, Just A Minute and his own Radio 4 series, Ian Smith is Stressed.
Shane Daniel Byrne: Who's A Big Boy?
Dublin darling Shane Daniel Byrne is back, just about. The award-winning stand-up has become a leading act in Ireland at breakneck speed. And he is finally heading across the UK with his brand-new solo hour Who's A Big Boy? Shane is the boy from school who was capable of more, the kid who could do better. Just try catching him now. You may know him from the hit podcast Young Hot Guys, viral stand-up clips, or his sold out Edinburgh Fringe runs. And now, expect rapid-fire craic and big-hearted feelings in his brand-new show about bellies and bullies. A brilliantly honest reflection for anyone who's ever felt too soft, too weird, too queer or too much.

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