Josie Long A new show about extinct, gigantic, charismatic megafauna from three-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee, Josie Long. In these troubled times, in this wicked world, it can feel like apocalypse is everywhere. Also my daughter has a hamster and I'm not saying distract yourself from everything, but I'm saying he's also part of everything. Josie (me) is back with a new show about discovery, wonder, extinction and how to walk through a landscape of monstrous disaster. There is also a good tip about silt, guaranteed. \*\*\*\* (Guardian). \*\*\*\*\* (Skinny). \*\*\*\* (Chortle.co.uk). Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Off the Kerb Productions Her last two sold-out, award-nominated Fringe shows explored the mind and body - and then Marjolein died. Now she’s back, and exploring the soul. Shetlander Marjolein was a finalist in Channel 4’s Sean Lock Comedy Award and BBC’s New Comedy Awards, and expertly weaves stand-up and folklore to share her own personal stories. ‘Phenomenal’ \*\*\*\*\* (List). ‘Spellbinding’ \*\*\*\*\* (One4Review.co.uk). ‘A fine mix of surreal storytelling whimsy, winsome silliness and scatological filth’ \*\*\*\*\* (ThreeWeeks). Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Lewis Ian Bray The 10-year anniversary of the hit one-man show, Cartoonopolis! The ultimate make-believe metropolis; an imaginary world of cartoon capers, amazing adventures, villainous villains, heroic heroes and the very best meatballs you've ever tasted. Jack is autistic and on the cusp of his 18th birthday. Cartoonopolis is a rest from reality, but back in the real world he and his family prepare for change, navigating overstretched services and a system not fit for purpose. A tour-de-force performance blending storytelling, multi-rolling and a whole heap of imagination, in this captivating true story told by Jack's real-life brother, Lewis. Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Out Of The Forest Theatre Lizzie Borden took an axe... Andrew Borden and his wife Abby are found dead in Fall River, Massachusetts August 1892. Their daughter Lizzie is the main suspect. Tried but acquitted of the crime, the story goes that she wielded the axe that killed them. Overnight, she becomes America's original 'mad, bad and dangerous to know' icon. Set to bluegrass music and murder ballads, this irreverently presented, knee-slapping ensemble show fuses gallows humour and vaudevillian horror. Winners of Off West End Award for Best Ensemble, Out Of The Forest Theatre are back. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing Age category: 12+

Chortle in association with Gag Reflex So many comedians, so little time! In this unmissable Fringe institution, 12 top comedy and variety acts perform ridiculously short sets in one furiously fast-paced showcase, hosted by the best MCs around. There's a different line-up every day, handpicked by Chortle's comedy experts – check the website for daily listings. Previous acts include: Ed Gamble, Mark Watson, Glenn Moore, Flo & Joan, Jordan Brookes, Paul Sinha, Phil Ellis, Felicity Ward, Jessica Fostekew, Showstoppers and literally hundreds more. A gloriously entertaining way to sample the best of the festival in bite-sized chunks. Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Racing Minds Improv legends Racing Minds return to Edinburgh for their 12th year of unscripted escapades! A doddery grandfather can't quite remember his ripping yarn, but with your help, a mystery stuffed with hilarious characters, whip-smart wit and breathtaking twists will take hasty shape before your very eyes. Anything could happen, but the laughs are guaranteed in this improvised comic adventure based entirely on audience suggestions! 'Clever, funny and satisfying' (SundayTimes). 'Genuinely reach the heights of early Python' \*\*\*\*\* (ThreeWeeks). 'Insanely original' \*\*\*\*\* (TheNewCurrent.co.uk). 'Improv at its very best' (BroadwayBaby.com). Audience participation

Mick Perrin Worldwide Comedian's Choice Award winner, cult clown, and five-star Fringe IT Girl brings back her critically acclaimed Bird Trilogy for one final time. Swan, Chiffchaff and Raven return, packed with clowning, chaos, watermelons and a live birth on stage performed by a lion. 'Praise her genius – and go' \*\*\*\*\* (Telegraph). 'Expert clowning' \*\*\*\* (Times). One of The Telegraph's 50 Funniest Comedians of the 21st Century. Winner: Best Show, ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards, 2024. Winner: Best Show, Comedians' Choice Award, 2024. Winner: Sprit of the Fringe Award, 2024. Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Fun + filthy poems from someone who knows what theyre doing. If there were any justice hed be Poet Laureate, or King. After selling out shows across the country with JOY!, Luke Wright is back with a sticky-floored celebration of the ordinary. Here the poet conjures up a world of Tuesday lunchtimes and small town boozers in poems that burst with inventive language. Forget your best life come and live your worst. These are the kind of poems you can get drunk to, full of audacious rhymes, insane sonic trickery, and big-hearted storytelling. Expect loads of laughs, a few more coins in the swear jar, and a sore head in the morning.

Alexander Burnett, Ellie Whittaker and Olivia Zerphy In this explosive physical comedy, two swimmers go head-to-head in the race of a lifetime – on a stage with no water. Backed by original musical underscoring, the performers conjure top-level athletes, commentators, and coaches as they navigate the choppy waters of ambition. Featuring visual storytelling and larger-than-life characters, The Crawl dives into a world of absurd competition, exploring the perpetual struggle to get ahead. The Crawl is an original comedy created by Lecoq-trained performers and directed by Olivia Zerphy (Voloz Collective, The Man Who Thought He Knew Too Much). Audience participation

Reuben Moreland Non-stop amazement, deliciously awkward comedy and miracles performed so close you'll question if this ginger is, in fact, a real wizard! Direct from NYC, winner of the Adelaide Fringe Weekly Magic Award and star of Penn & Teller: Fool Us, Reuben Moreland takes you on a wild ride through his childhood revenge, all wrapped up in an hour that's got more twists and turns than this millennial's first therapy session. 'This show is the full package. A dish of pure entertainment!' \*\*\*\*\* (List). 'I haven't seen anything like this. Wonderful!' (Penn & Teller). Audience participation, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Country Mile Productions Musical meteor Jazz Emu was born to please you. Total and Utter Audience Satisfaction is his middle name – finally, after a long and financially ruinous Deed Poll process. But he's feeling uneasy. A review described his last show as 'a bit much'. What? Was his seventeenth stage-dive too tastefully executed? Not this time. This time, he's living up to his middle-namesake. 'A work of genius' \*\*\*\*\* (Telegraph). 'My new favourite comedian' \*\*\*\*\* (Times). Telegraph's 2024 Top Shows to See at the Fringe. As seen on 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. None Age category: 14+

BIGHEAD Comedy In the dark, deathly world of the Middle Ages, one (annoying) woman strives to find the light. Join Christbride, a female mystic in a world of male dullards, as she escapes from a life of monotony to a life of devotion. Bebe Cave presents her debut character comedy show. In a time where people believe anything, Christbride is a wild historical farce about what happens when you believe in yourself a little too much. Previous Praise: \*\*\*\*\* (Everything-Theatre.co.uk). \*\*\*\*\* (TheRecs.co.uk). \*\*\*\*\* (BookmarksandStages.home.blog). \*\*\*\*\* (@theatrebab, Instagram). \*\*\*\* (List). \*\*\*\* (EdFestMag.com). Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Starring Mike McShane from Paul Merton's Impro Chums The UK debut of Gregg Ostrin's critically acclaimed play. Quintessential British super spy, Simon Cross, wakes to find himself in rehab for drinking, gambling, womanising and anger management issues. As the embodiment of obsolescent toxic masculinity can he possibly navigate his way through the sessions with his fellow, extremely self-aware, recovering addicts to find enlightenment? Could this be his toughest mission yet? And what happens if arch nemesis Lazarus Rex finds out? 'Deliciously clever, fiendishly funny' (StageSceneLA.com). 'Mesmerising' (Glamgical.com). 'A darned good farcical and absurdist comedy' (StageandCinema.com). 'A cheeky, high-spirited, brilliant new premiere' (BroadwayWorld.com). Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing

Play People Productions Houdini. Brown. Blaine. Brace? Tom Brace is aiming to enter the Magic Hall of Fame by attempting a world first. Sawing HIMSELF in half. Join him on a journey through the best tricks and illusions from magical history as he navigates what it really takes to become a legend of magic. 'Charmed, amazed and delighted in equal measure! \*\*\*\*\* (James O'Brien, LBC). 'A hot ticket!' \*\*\*\* (WorldMagicReview.co.uk). 'Where the real magic happens' \*\*\*\* (One4Review.co.uk). Audience participation Age category: 12+

Impatient Productions The blurb is: hahahahahahahahahaha hahahahahahaha hihihi hahahahahahahaha hoho hahahhahahaha hehe hahahahahahahahahaha. Nominated Best Show Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2023 and Melbourne International Comedy Festival Awards 2024. Sold-out runs in Edinburgh, Melbourne, New York, LA, Washington DC. 'Top Pick of The Year' (New York Times, Guardian, Time Out, Telegraph). 'So, that’s how cults are born' (New York Times). \*\*\*\*\* (Guardian). \*\*\*\*\* (Telegraph). \*\*\*\*\* (Time Out). \*\*\*\*\* (Chortle.co.uk). Audience participation, Strong language/swearing, More information An improvised clowning show with audience participation. Triggering themes or nudity may occur but are not a guaranteed occurrence in every show. Age category: 16+

Mick Perrin Worldwide ABK is the crumbliest comedian in the game: a multi award-winning stand-up comic and (occasionally) an internet sensation. Come vagabonds, come mountebanks, come coney-catchers and cutpurses and meet the King of Crumbs! As seen on Mock the Week and 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 'An absolute treasure trove' \*\*\*\*\* (Chortle.co.uk). 'Either a genius or a very silly man' (Rolling Stone). Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Impatient Productions and Ebdon Management Lachlan Werner – 'Hilarious. extraordinary ventriloquist' (Guardian) – invites you to roll up and step this way for a new show so strong, it's dangerous. Jack Hammer is the strongest boy in the world. He can lift a ten tonne truck and crush the strongest steel. Just don't get too close. His management says you can look, but you can't touch. Following his sell-out cult-hit horror debut, Voices Of Evil, Lachlan Werner welcomes you into a circus ring of stunts, sea-lions, sci-fi, secrets and minimal lip movement... \*\*\*\* (Guardian). \*\*\*\* (Telegraph). \*\*\*\* (Fest). \*\*\*\* (Chortle.co.uk). Audience participation, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing, More information Flashing Lights Age category: 14+

The Pleasance Catch four of the best up-and-coming comedians, hand-picked by the Pleasance, in the 21st year of The Comedy Reserve. This year's line-up features Dane Buckley, Daniel Petrie, Jen Nolan and Maia Tassalini. This is your chance to discover the most exciting newcomers before they become household names, from the show that helped launch the careers of Joe Lycett, Brett Goldstein, Roisin Conaty, Jamali Maddix, Lou Sanders, Chloe Petts, Sophie Duker and Jack Whitehall, plus loads more! Supported by the Charlie Hartill Fund. Strong language/swearing, More information This show contains strong language. Age category: 12+

Queenie Miller Comedians' Choice Award winner (Best Show 2019), Joz Norris has finally completed his life's work, and he's ready to unveil it to the world. But what exactly is it? And now that he's done it, what will he do next? A new show about ambition, closure and moving on from the creator and star of BBC Radio 4's The Dream Factory and A Small Talk On Small Talk. Malcolm Hardee Award for Comic Originality and Chortle Award for Best Variety Act nominee. 'Really captures the spirit of creative Fringe comedy' (Guardian). Audience participation, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

United Agents Episode 1043 features Luke McQueen, a fearless innovator who blurs the line between reality and performance. This conversation is so essential, it's being repeated every night at the Edinburgh Fringe. 'Humour, charisma, script and methodology shine with originality' \*\*\*\*\* (ShortCom.co.uk). 'A comic you should definitely see immediately is Luke McQueen... Impeccable timing and a grandmaster of chaos' \*\*\*\* (Edinburgh Evening News). 'McQueen knows the rules of comedy and he enjoys burning them' \*\*\*\*\* (BroadwayBaby.com). 'A minor deity of the alternative comedy scene' \*\*\*\*\* (TheWeeReview.com). Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Ines Wurth Presents Vaudevillian duo Norvil and Josephine present a magical extravaganza for all ages! They’re a magician with a secret and an assistant with a mission in this whimsical comedy musical magic show, the likes of which the world has never seen. Expect breathtaking magic, sensational circus and showstopper songs as these Magic Circle magicians share a spectacularly silly and spellbinding story about being yourself no matter what. 'Absolutely bonkers. I’ve never seen anything like it' (The Magical Mr West of Morgan & West). None

Henry Naylor 'EXCLUSIVE: ELTON IN VICE BOY SHAME'. When Elton John, 39, is falsely accused of bonking prostitutes, he launches Britain's largest libel lawsuit. But The Sun editor finds sorry the hardest word, and tries bullying the Rocketman into submission with a blistering campaign of Media harassment. Elton faces punch-ups, gangsters, bugged phone calls, a 10-million pound divorce suit and a pair of Devil Dogs. Will he remain still standing? Or will The Sun go down on him? Based on a true story, it's a timely drama about press values by triple Fringe First winner Naylor. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Fishing4Chips Pompeii. 79 AD. Volcano Day. Join your fellow citizens for Pompeii's final public forum. As ancient arguments are aired, a dark cloud looms over the city. A dark cloud made of ash, fire and rock. The meeting soon descends into disarray as the leaders attempt to downplay the disaster. Will you believe the dismissive elite? Or can you escape the impending doom? After two award-winning sell-out Fringe runs, Fishing4Chips return with a brand-new historical immersive comedy. 'Hysterical history at its bonkers best!' (Hugh Bonneville). 'Brilliantly well-rounded historical comedy' \*\*\*\*\* (NorthWestEnd.co.uk). Audience participation, Strobe lighting

Isla Cowan, Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Pleasance, Wonder Fools, Tron Theatre 'It's like the sun casts a spell, some hypnotic solar stuff, and suddenly ordinary people dae terrible things…' When PC Nicky McCreadie responds to a mass brawl on Edinburgh’s Meadows, she finds herself face-to-face with a past she’d rather forget. Alright Sunshine is a razor-sharp monologue dissecting gender, power, and who owns public space. Critically acclaimed, hailed as ‘a memorable and hard-hitting piece of feminist theatre’ \*\*\*\* (Scotsman), the play ‘delivers a powerful punch’ \*\*\*\* (TheReviewsHub.com). From award-winning Edinburgh playwright Isla Cowan, supported by Tron Theatre and produced by Wonder Fools, the blazing powerhouse behind Fringe hit Òran. Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing, More information This show contains descriptions of domestic violence and sexual assault. Age category: 14+

Andrew's recent success has led to him being described as the "Greatest Card Magician in the world. It's a lot of pressure to live up to. Come and find out if it is true.