Susan Riddell A new show from 'one of the most naturally gifted stand-ups around' (TheWeeReview.com) about the things that keep us awake at night. Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award nominee (2024) and named in The List’s Hot 100 (2024), Susan regularly provides tour support for Fern Brady and Larry Dean, as well as Lucy Beaumont, Adam Kay and Ardal O’Hanlon. 'Big laughs… very clever set-ups… a brilliant talent' \*\*\*\* (BroadwayWorld.com). 'Entirely at ease on stage' \*\*\*\* (One4Review.co.uk). 'Her style so instinctively conversational that it barely feels rehearsed' \*\*\*\* (TheWeeReview.com). None Age category: 16+

Stuart Laws 'Laws is one of the most skilled and likeable comics on the circuit' (Scotsman) and 'echoes the late, great Sean Lock' (BeyondTheJoke.co.uk). Watch him do an hour of comedy. If you’ve made it this far you should know this will be free-wheeling, big chunks improvised, some old classics – basically changing every time and a chance for Stuart to not worry about structural callbacks and messages. 'You'll struggle to find a comedian with a better jokes per minute rate... like a one-man episode of Arrested Development' (Fest). Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Gareth Waugh Edinburgh's Gareth Waugh returns to the Fringe after getting married, having another baby and writing a BBC Radio 4 show... frankly it's all been too much. Expect notebooks and material inappropriate for this time of day. Tour support for Daniel Sloss, Kathryn Ryan, John Bishop, Jammali Maddix. 'Effortless, hugely personable comedy' (List). 'Impressive comic chops... engaging, friendly onstage manner... Very funny' (BeyondTheJoke.co.uk). 'Plenty of laughs... cements Waugh as one of Edinburgh's most likeable performers' (TheWeeReview.com). 'Loads and loads of laughs' \*\*\*\*\* (One4Review.co.uk). 'This is proper stand-up... Excellent!' (BroadwayBaby.com). 'Smart, witty... very funny!' (Scotsman). Strong language/swearing

Token Events and Fine & Dandy Productions Oliver Coleman was nominated for Most Outstanding Show at the Melbourne Comedy Festival in 2024. He’s back at Fringe with his best show yet! Pointed observational comedy combined with absurd flights of fancy in a show that is profound and profane, personal and totally absurd. No one else is doing stand-up like Coleman – a rollercoaster of outrageous theatrics, off-the-rails improvising and elegant writing. He searches for meaning in the minutiae of life, creating a show that is silly, beautiful and a helluva lotta fun. 'I love you' (Oliver Coleman). Strong language/swearing

Stuart Laws Everyone’s dealt with it: first, a bad breakup; then, become a puffin island caretaker; suddenly, you’re implicated in a puffin murder. A classic. You know how it goes. A vibe shift for acclaimed comedian Stuart Laws. \*\*\*\*½ (Chortle.co.uk). Stand-up comedy/theatre hybrid. Praise for his previous theatrical work: 'I left this show with the chills and feeling just a bit shaken' (MumbleTheatre.uk). 'It is really smart stuff, elegantly exposing hypocrisy' (Stage). 'Fantastically funny' (EdFestMag.com). 'One of the most skilled and likeable comics... a deliciously joke-dense show' (Scotsman). Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

A new stand-up hour from '...a rare gem of a comic', about the highs and lows of pursuing your lifelong passion and just loving a laugh. Don't you just love a laugh? If you've ever had a lifelong passion, a dream or a career you've strived for and maybe failed (or are currently failing) at, this is the show for you. Host of hit podcast I've Had A Ros, Lets Talk About Feelings. As seen on U&Daves The Comedy Guide to Life and BBC Scotland's Breaking The News.

Stu Murphy After a successful show in 2023 at Monkey Barrel Comedy, Debut, Stu Murphy is returning with a brand-new stand-up show, Little Earthquakes. This show recounts navigating life while being unremittingly single in a world which no longer sees Stu as desirable. Aside from his stand-up and compere work, he also performs with The Spontaneous Players, Steve Frost's Improv All Stars and with the Comedy Store Players. He's also one half of Stu & Garry's Improv Show at the Stand Comedy Club. Stu is also a host on the podcast Stu & Joe's Big Dumb Film Show. Strong language/swearing

Katie Boyle Irish comedian Katie Boyle brings her newest stand-up, a uniquely personal dark comedy, to Edinburgh. It's about living in America, Catholic shame, St Brigid, cutting off a parent and somehow all connected to abortion. None

Kate Hammer A Canadian who sold everything to move to the UK and do comedy is here to make you laugh, as she will be deported if you don’t. Join Kate as she recounts navigating the visa process, getting dominated on Vinted and discovering her sexuality through The Magic School Bus. As seen on Breaking the News, BBC Scotland and Roast Battle League. 'A full package, all tools comedian... It is impossible not to vibe with Hammer' (Comedy.co.uk). ‘Frenetic and clownishly graphic’ (Chortle.co.uk). ‘Dynamic and charismatic’ (BroadwayWorld.com). Audience participation, Strong language/swearing

Show And Tell in association with Ebdon Management This 'young and gifted' \*\*\*\* (Scotsman) comic is back with an 'impressively accomplished and infectiously funny' \*\*\*\* (Skinny) hour, after an award-nominated, sell-out debut. With more fevered tales of how this political refugee is trying to get rich outside the corporate rat race, without losing his flat, or worse, disappointing his mother. 'A fearless comedian on the rise' (Daniel Kaluuya). 'Impressive' (Guardian). 'The circuit might just have created another Jimmy Carr' \*\*\*\* (Chortle.co.uk). \*\*\*\* (Fest Mag). Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Sikisa Join the hilarious diva Sikisa for Serving Justice – a bold, thought-provoking hour exploring truth, identity, and what justice looks like in love and life. She dives into her love of wrestling, the pressure to have kids, and the realities of the immigration system – with a twist. As seen on Live at the Apollo and Off Menu. Host of WrestleClub UK podcast. Top 4 of Dave’s Joke of the Fringe 2023. Tour support for Judi Love, Michael Che, Ed Gamble and Catherine Cohen. \*\*\*\*\* (BroadwayWorldcom). ‘Uproariously hilarious’ \*\*\*\* (Scotsman). \*\*\*\* ‘An irresistible force of nature’ (BeyondTheJoke.co.uk). Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

After bursting on to the comedy scene with his razor-sharp wit and a string of viral videos, Josh Baulf embarks on tour! With his trademark charm and killer punchlines, Josh delves into the hilarities of millennial life, navigating modern relationships and the quirks of British culture.

Brass Tacks Comedy Ayo Adenekan makes his highly anticipated Fringe debut with a hilarious and heartfelt show about growing up in Scotland. With sharp storytelling and a laid-back charm, Ayo explores identity, belonging and the awkward moments in between. Already making waves on the Scottish comedy scene, he’s been featured in The National and has provided tour support for Sarah Keyworth, Olga Koch and Amy Matthews. Don’t miss this exciting new voice as he brings his unique perspective to the Fringe, with the support of Red Bull UK. Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Ed Night in association with PBJ Management Multi award nominated Ed Night has cooked up another scorching stand-up hour. Won't you come in and have a taste? As seen and heard on Comedy Central and BBC Radio 4. Rolling Stone's 12 Stand Out Shows Of Edinburgh Fringe 2024. The i Paper's Shows Not To Miss In 2025. Audience participation, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Cecily Hitchcock Comedy siren and crowd enchantress, Cecily Hitchcock, has some silly little funny bits she’s working on that she wants you to chuckle and giggle at in this Work in Progress show over at The Tron. Come hither! 'Hot' (Katherine Ryan). 'Outstanding' (Independent). None Age category: 16+

Chambers Touring Ltd In 2004, Eric Rushton was cast in his primary school Nativity. Despite absolutely smashing it, he immediately retired from being a child actor. Now he's found the correct antidepressants to give showbusiness another go. Winner: Channel 4 Sean Lock Comedy Award. Winner: Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year. 'Constantly surprising, laugh out loud funny' (Harry Hill). 'Great comic presence, disarming silliness, an oddball charm, and a brilliant, unexpected turn of phrase' (Bill Bailey). 'He's a master craftsman, with an arsenal of great one-liners' (Scotsman). \*\*\*\* (Skinny). \*\*\*\* (BeyondTheJoke.co.uk). \*\*\*\* (TheArtsDesk.com). \*\*\*\* (Fest). \*\*\*\* (Chortle.co.uk). Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

A Lovely Time Join Chris Cantrill (BBC Radio 4’s Icklewick FM) as he works on a new show about community, mushrooms and bloodlust. Thrice-nominated for the Edinburgh Comedy Award. As seen on Alma’s Not Normal (BBC Two), Avoidance (BBC One) and Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared (Channel 4). Chris is a comedian who is kind and respectful; something rare in the Internet age! \*\*\*\* (Guardian). \*\*\*\*½ (Chortle.co.uk). \*\*\*\* (Times). Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Blue Book Artist Management Award-winning comedian (BBC New Comedy Award and Scottish Comedian of the Year) Stephen Buchanan returns to the Fringe with his new show about advertising, branding and ham. Over 19 million views on Instagram and TikTok. From Some Laugh podcast. Jonathan Ross' Comedy Club (ITV), Comedy Central Live, Scot Squad (BBC One Scotland), Queen of the New Year (BBC Scotland), DIY Pundit (BT Sport), New Comedy Award (BBC Three), Cable Tied (BBC Three), The Dead Don't Care (Channel 4), Some Laugh podcast. \*\*\*\*\* (TheWeeReview.com). \*\*\*\*\* (One4Review.co.uk). \*\*\*\* (Sunday Post). \*\*\*\* (Skinny). \*\*\*\* (Advertiser, Adelaide). \*\*\*\* (Entertainment-Now.com). Audience participation Age category: 14+