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Just the Tonic @ the Mash House

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Leap

Leap

3 May 2025 - 31 May 2025

LEAP celebrate the release of their 3rd EP - The Downfall - and continue their incredible journey across the UK and Europe's live circuit. With over 20,000 tickets sold in the last 18 months, there is something truly special happening around this project. Don't miss out! 14+ (14s to 16s to be accompanied by an adult) Presented by Citizen Live. This is an 14+ event
Two Right Feet – Tommy J Egan
Dance

Two Right Feet – Tommy J Egan

9 Aug 2025 - 17 Aug 2025

Thomas Egan Tommy J Egan transforms the stage into a jazz club-meets-tap jam. One of Australia's most respected tap dancers, hailed by reviewers as 'genuinely breath-catching' (Time Out London) and 'flawless' (Advertiser), Egan offers a performance that rejects the flashy tap dance clichés of jazz hands and showbiz tropes in favour of something deeper, richer and more nuanced. Accompanied by a local jazz pianist and special guests, each show becomes a dynamic interplay of rhythm and precision. Get ready for some fast footwork, with moments of light-hearted humour woven throughout! Audience participation
Narin Oz: Inner Child(ish)
Comedy

Narin Oz: Inner Child(ish)

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Narin Oz Narin Oz is not good at real life. Simple things neurotypical people are great at: being indirect, insensitive to stimuli, compulsively socialising and talking without purpose. So she has decided to fix the problem by avoiding reality altogether: hiding inside her imagination. Isn't this what everyone does in their 40s? Unluckily, her now only friend is an inflatable emoji named Dr Fecal Matter. A bit like Wilson ball from Cast Away but a budget version. Will she be able to face her inner child and find joy in reality? Or draw all over it in crayon. Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+
My Life as an "Inspirational Porn" Star!
Comedy
Feeling Inspired? An "inspirational porn" star, Gabrielle Leonore shares her life story in this irreverent one-woman comedy, filled with candid anecdotes about sex, drugs, and the aspects of life no one prepares you for – especially as an autistic woman. Written and performed by Leonore, the show builds on the success of her previous production, (Re)union, which won the Social Good Award at the 2019 Tampa International Fringe Festival and was also featured in the 2019 Tampa Bay Theater Festival. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing, More information References to drugs and existential dread
The Electric Head
Comedy
Improv

The Electric Head

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Fantastical improvised adventures, filtered through the twisted minds of this Galton and Simpson Godfathers of Comedy Award-winning double act. Like Vic and Bob's mutant offspring, co-parented by The League of Gentlemen. A must-see – innovative, absurd, and riotously funny. Praised for their 'genius brand of absurdist comedy' (TheReviewsHub.com) and described as a 'surreal, mirth-laden, epic flight of fancy' (SetTheTape.com), Al Ronald and Cy Henty's improv shows are truly unpredictable. 'Hilarious... No.1 Critics Choice' \*\*\*\* (Time Out). 'Master Craftsmen' \*\*\*\* (TheSpyInTheStalls.com). 'Scaled heights of absurdity and plumbed depths of emotion' \*\*\*\* (Audience Club). More information This show is improvised, and so themes and content varies Viewer discretion is advised. Age category: 14+
Jake Cornford – Fair Play To Me
Comedy
Stand-up

Jake Cornford – Fair Play To Me

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Jake Cornford Relatable and engaging stand-up comedy from one of Wales' finest up-and-coming comic talents. With a motivation to find friends and bring strangers together Jake, embarks on a comedy odyssey to provide you sweet relief from your everyday problems. A man of the people with infectious energy, put on the earth to bring out the joy in the little things. With topics ranging from self improvement to coffee mugs and toxic masculinity to 90s pop stars it really runs the gamut in terms of relatability. Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+
Nick Everritt: Shadow
Comedy
Stand-up

Nick Everritt: Shadow

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Nick Everritt Nick Everritt (British Comedian of the Year 2023 runner-up) is a weird, alternative, deadpan stand-up comedian who pretends to be a serial killer for the entertainment of others. But is there more to him than meets the eye? (Spoiler: No). 'Those in search of the truly alternative, look no further' \*\*\*\* (One4Review.co.uk). 'A droll, witty and very self-conscious deconstruction of comedy' (Chortle.co.uk). Audience participation, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+
A Gerry Christmas Carroll
Theatre

A Gerry Christmas Carroll

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Gerry Carroll Scrooge is not just for Christmas. Gerry tells you his favourite Charles Dickens story – in August. A Merry Fringe for all, with singing and dancing. Come and be scared by ghosts! Enjoy the Fezziwigs' Christmas party! Gerry first read the book when he was 10, so this show has been 62 years coming, and it's worth it. Yes, Gerry is 72 and still going. He didn't finish it in time for Christmas last year, but he's here now with a brilliant 2025 Christmas show, four months early. Come and see! Audience participation Age category: 12+
Robocop vs The Terminator vs Gabriel Featherstone
Comedy
Robocop 'Wild, inventive comedy for fans of Emo Philips and Nick Lutsko' (Chris Thorburn, Breaking The News). Winner of one twenty-fifth of three Scottish Comedy Awards and one eleventh of a Reykjavik Fringe Award. Robocop: a cyborg supercop from the mean streets of Detroit. The Terminator: an unstoppable, remorseless killing machine from a nightmarish future. Gabriel Featherstone: a pretty good stand-up comedian who wrote a viral tweet about Tinky-Winky's sex life. These three titans of entertainment will face off in a bloody battle to the death! Also, Gabe might do some fun alternative comedy. Audience participation, Strong language/swearing
Liam Tulley: Baldilocks
Comedy
Stand-up

Liam Tulley: Baldilocks

1 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Liam Tulley Honest, relatable, and hilariously self-deprecating, Liam Tulley is grimly aware that life is no fairytale as he navigates the chaos of adulthood. Sharing candid stories of dating disasters, awkward medical procedures, and the struggle to hold it together when things don't go to plan. With dry wit, sharp observations, and material described by comedy promoters as 'inventive and laden with unexpected twists,' Liam challenges societal expectations that often leave us feeling inadequate and overwhelmed. Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+
Bald 2 in 1
Comedy
Stand-up
Storytelling

Bald 2 in 1

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Blast off into absurdity with Bald 2-in-1, the split-bill stand-up show from the follically challenged Jim Hooker and Mark Moloney! Mark's surreal deadpan takes you on a journey through a mind unburdened by normal behaviour. Jim's cockney storytelling dives into the bizarre depths of Essex life. Love variety? We've got you covered, like a toupee! Expect big laughs, bold baldness and absolutely no shampoo sponsorships. Book now before they start charging by the hair follicle! Strong language/swearing
Comedy Shomedy
Comedy
Improv
Stand-up

Comedy Shomedy

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Jokers Comedy Ltd Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter with a comedy show that blends stand-up and improv for an unforgettable experience! Talented comedians take the stage solo, delivering sharp, side-splitting sets, before joining forces for fast-paced, off-the-cuff improv madness. Expect witty observations, hilarious characters and spontaneous chaos as the performers bounce off each other and the audience! No two shows are ever the same, so buckle up for a wildly unpredictable night where anything can happen. Whether you're a stand-up fan, an improv lover or just need a good laugh, this is the comedy event for you! Audience participation Age category: 14+
Ben Van der Velde: Van der Laugh Generator
Comedy
Stand-up
Improv
Ben Van der Velde One of the best improvisers on the stand-up circuit tries to make sense of the chaos of the world. Join Ben as he squeezes the comedy juice out of everything under the sun, from hunter-gatherers to AI, XL bullies to boardgames and beyond. It'll be a bit like watching Wikipedia having a nervous breakdown. For fans of Ross Noble, Jason Byrne and heroic nonsense. 'An accomplished comic' (Time Out). 'Perfect... the audience were hysterical' (Huffington Post). 'Displays a crackling, spontaneous energy in which we're swept up' (Fest). Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+
Jokers! Magic Spectacular

Jokers! Magic Spectacular

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Jokers Comedy Ltd Step into a world of astonishing magic, breathtaking circus stunts, electrifying music and dazzling cabaret! This high-energy spectacle features world-class magicians, gravity-defying acrobats and jaw-dropping specialty acts that will leave you speechless. Witness mind-bending illusions, edge-of-your-seat performances and show-stopping moments in a night of pure wonder. Perfect for thrill-seekers, magic lovers and those craving an unforgettable experience. This is not just a show – it's a must-see event. Don't miss your chance to experience the impossible live on stage. Book now and prepare to be amazed – because magic is real and it's waiting for you! Audience participation
Sinead Walsh: Bye Bye Baby
Comedy
Stand-up

Sinead Walsh: Bye Bye Baby

31 Jul 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

Sinead Walsh The world is falling apart, so what better time to break up with your best friend? Join Sinéad Walsh as they navigate the hilarities and hijinx of being alive in a world determined to self-destruct. To add to the raw-dog effect, they decided to throw a break-up into the mix. After a rip-roaring reception to their debut show, this comedy hour from one of Ireland's brightest beans will be a belter. 'They are hilarious! Go see them!' (Ashley Gavin). 'Stellar queer comedy' (BlizzardComedy.co.uk). Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes
Hose Water
Comedy

Hose Water

31 Jul 2025 - 8 Aug 2025

Alyson O'Hara Hose Water is a lyrical comedy about a girl on the verge of adolescence. Alyson is determined to keep her family's attention despite mounting distractions. Just when the stakes feel impossibly high, puberty arrives in the most inconvenient way possible. Threaded through this chaotic childhood memory is the voice of her adult self still longing to be seen. This heartfelt one-woman show mixes stand-up, music and puppetry to tell the story of the ultimate heartbreak: growing up. It is a love letter to the awkward, lonely, hopeful child inside all of us. Audience participation, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing Age category: 12+
Jokers: Find of the Fest

Jokers: Find of the Fest

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Jokers Comedy Ltd Discover the best of the Fringe in one spectacular show! Featuring an unmissable lineup of top comedy, dazzling cabaret, electrifying music and mind-blowing performances. This is your chance to see the biggest hits of the Fringe all in one night. Expect jaw-dropping talent, show-stopping moments and the stars of tomorrow before they hit the big time. Whether you love to laugh, be amazed or simply soak in incredible entertainment, this is the must-see event of the Fringe. Don't miss out – book now and experience the very best of the Fringe, all in one place! None
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner
Books

The Rime of the Ancient Mariner

13 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Philip Simpson A new performance of Samuel Taylor Coleridge's epic poem, delving into themes of spirituality and nature, life and death, and how to be a human. Show time approx. 40 minutes. All profits going to Pancreatic Cancer Action in Scotland. Audience participation, None
NED's Night-Hole Live
Comedy

NED's Night-Hole Live

13 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

The Emerald Ned Stacie has wisdom to share, whether it makes sense or not. In this absurdist character comedy, Kansas City's most polarising motivational speaker attempts to deliver his signature NED Talk™, but things never go as planned. What starts as an inspirational lecture quickly unravels into misadventures, questionable life lessons, surreal character appearances and a Neducational experience no one saw coming. You'll laugh, you'll learn and you'll definitely leave wondering what just happened. Come hungry for knowledge, leave starving. Audience participation, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Nudity, Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of violence, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing
Great Times at Fringe
Comedy

Great Times at Fringe

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Cory Cavin and Kevin James Doyle Cory and Kevin bring their hit NYC variety show to Edinburgh – a curated line-up of the best Fringe comedians every night. Doyle is a four-time Fringe comedian (After Endgame, The 30 Year Old Virgin, Diary of a Bald Kid). Cavin worked for Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Nikki Glaser, and many others. Their NYC show featured Jim Gaffigan, Ilana Glaser, Mike Birbiglia, Michelle Wolf, and more. Their Fringe show will have the best comedy, prizes, and be a raucous comedy party every night. Featuring Hannah Elsy. Great times guaranteed! Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+
RIP Hannah Bitch-Cough-Ski (WIP)
Comedy
Stand-up
Storytelling

RIP Hannah Bitch-Cough-Ski (WIP)

13 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Blue Book Artist Management Hannah Byczkowski digs into death in her hilarious and compelling style – exploring everything from craft projects for loved one's ashes, funeral faux pas and why she's not running from serial killers. Hannah won season 1 of BBC's The Traitors and the NTA 2023. She's also a co-host and creator of the hit podcast Ghost Huns with over 5 million listens and 1.3 million followers on TikTok. TV also includes The Stand-Up Sketch Show (ITV2) and Celebrity Weakest Link (BBC1). 'Want to howl with laughter? See Hannah. She is a comedy goddess' (Claudia Winkleman). Audience participation, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+
Matt Green: Work in Progress
Comedy
Stand-up

Matt Green: Work in Progress

18 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Matt Green Online political comedy star Matt has moved house and the world is in chaos. But we can still laugh about it – right? Is selling a flat more annoying than Donald Trump? Will Starmer ever be cool? And what happens when an algorithm knows you better than you know yourself? From Oh God, What Now? and BBC Radio 4. As seen in loads of TV, including Doctor Who! You might also have seen the back of his head in A Very Royal Scandal, but only if you were really paying attention. \*\*\*\* (TheReviewsHub.com). Audience participation Age category: 16+
Jokers on Deck

Jokers on Deck

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Jokers Comedy Ltd Set sail for a night of nonstop laughter as top-tier comedians bring the best of cruise ship comedy to shore! This high-energy show delivers the kind of humour you'd expect on a luxury liner – sharp, witty and absolutely hilarious. Whether you're a seasoned cruiser or just love a great comedy night, this is your chance to experience world-class stand-up without leaving land. Sit back and enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with big laughs and feel-good vibes. Don't miss out on the comedy event that will have you rolling with laughter – without the risk of seasickness! Audience participation Age category: 12+
Adele Cliff: Adele, Adele, Adele... Cliff It Isn't the Consequences of My Own Actions
Comedy
Stand-up
Adele Cliff Adele uses her gag-heavy style and penchant for silliness to tackle the topic of lying and why we do it (or does she?) 'Guaranteed laughs' \*\*\*\*\* (The Student). 'A consummate jokesmith' (Comedy.co.uk). 'A sophisticated and intelligent comic with oodles of talent' (FringeReview.co.uk). 'Absolutely charming' (Scotsman). 'Knows how to keep an audience enthralled' (SquirrelComedy.co.uk). Dave's Funniest Jokes of the Edinburgh Fringe 2019, 2018, 2017 and 2016. UK Pun Champion 2020. Leicester Comedy award nominee – Best New Show 2023. Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+
Frank Foucault: Dance
Comedy

Frank Foucault: Dance

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Frank Foucault Dance. Dance. Dance. Dance. Carry on dancing. Don't stop dancing. Sing. Dance. Do stand-up. Dance. Carry on dancing. Never stop dancing. 'Stupidly funny' (Chortle.co.uk). 'Seriously funny' \*\*\*\* (Scotsman). \*\*\*\* (theskinny.co.uk). \*\*\*\* (BroadwayBaby.com). Audience participation, Audience required to walk or move around during the performance
#IsThisEssex?
Comedy
Stand-up
Storytelling

#IsThisEssex?

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Real Ronin Comedy Don't believe everything you saw on TOWIE. "Glowing" up in all the glitz and (and gloom) of Essex, Wes and Sorabh never quite fit in until they realised the best way to blend in is to stand out! Watch these award winning comics fill you with joy and even get a FREE CBD drink, from our good friends at Little Ricks, so you can relax, rejuvenate and let the good vibes elevate! Audience participation, Strong language/swearing
Alfie Dundas: Untitled
Comedy
Stand-up
Storytelling

Alfie Dundas: Untitled

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Alfie Dundas In the summer of 2020, Alfie Dundas was protesting against police brutality at a Black Lives Matter march in London. Two weeks later, he saw students trying to pull down a statue in Edinburgh of Henry Dundas – a distant relative he didn't know he had. In his new show, Alfie explores the complexities of family, legacy and loss. He asks: how do you fight the system when you represent the system? And then he tries to make it funny... 'Dundas shows a lot of promise' (Audience Review). 'Solid' (Chortle.co.uk). None Age category: 16+
Knickers Cabaret
Comedy

Knickers Cabaret

15 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Knickers Theatre Knickers Cabaret is your one-stop shop for fresh, funny and flirty comedy! After a sell-out run at Brighton Fringe in 2024, we're bringing the chaos to Edinburgh! With a killer line-up of stand-ups, drag acts, musical comedians, clowns and more, we've got something for everyone. Join us for the cheekiest (yep, that absolutely cracking bum joke was intentional) night of comedy you'll ever experience. Audience participation, Nudity, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing
1 Big Oops
Comedy
Improv

1 Big Oops

31 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025

Kurt Sterling Top comedians act out YOUR most embarrassing confessions live on stage and the biggest oops wins a prize! Hosted by Australian comedian Kurt Sterling – Top 10 Jokes of the Week, Edinburgh Fringe 2024 (Scotsman). 'One to Watch' (One4Review.co.uk) – and featuring Tara McCullough and Adam Hallett, this interactive comedy extravaganza takes your anonymous confessions and turns them into comedy gold. Here's how it works: audience members share their 'biggest oops' anonymously – whether it's a dating disaster, a workplace whoopsie, or a travel blunder and our top-notch comedians will have to act them out on stage. Audience participation, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+
Lunar Vacation

Lunar Vacation

30 May 2025 - 30 May 2025

Atlanta pool-rockers Lunar Vacation return to Edinburgh this May bringing honey-sweet, dreamy indie-pop for us at The Mash House Presented by Sneaks Events. This is an 14+ event
Bobby Prezinsky Hosts Your Office Christmas Party (WIP)
Comedy
Rob Preston Follow a desperate and naïve aspiring TV personality as he tries to break into showbiz. With no experience or prospects, he'll take any gig – which has landed him at your office Christmas party. Featuring surprise guests: Banksy and Jacques De Klerk, CEO of influencer agency VibesTalent, Bobby will assert himself as a force in the world of entertainment, no matter the cost. How far will Bobby go to make it? What's in store for the company? And who is Banksy? Audience participation, Strong language/swearing

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