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3 Days Off Jesus - Free
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David Burke / Laughing Horse Free Festival. Born on the 22nd of December, David Burke is only 3 days off Jesus. Join this non-drinking Irish man for a cup of tea and a night of comedy and stories about childhood growing up in old Ireland, religion, women and all that could lay in-between. 'David Burke is actually quite funny … A likeable fellow' ★★★ (AdelaideNow.com.au). 'Very funny guy … it was really worth it' ★★★★ ½ (TalkFringe.com). 'Ridiculous-like' (RipItUp.com.au).
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2 Aug26 Aug Mon, Tue & Thu–Sun 5.45–6.45pm Laughing Horse @ The Three Sisters, Edinburgh
Aberdeen vs Glasgow vs The World II - Free
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FGC Comedy / Laughing Horse Free Festival. For two years running, Chris Stephen has brought you the finest upcoming Scottish comedians as well as guest acts from around the globe, and this year is no different – except this time we're going for it! Through the entire festival we will bring you stand-up comedians, ventriloquists, character acts, games, fun and general mayhem. Last year was our most successful after receiving a four-star review and touring the show afterwards in Scotland.
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2 Aug26 Aug Mon–Sun 4.30–5.30pm Laughing Horse @ The Newsroom, Edinburgh
Adam Hills: Mess Around
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Off The Kerb Productions by arrangement with Lisa Richards Agency. In 2010 Adam based his show around the audience, made a stuffed toy a hero, raised cash for the Sick Kids. He's back to do it all again. 'Hills is astonishingly good at what he does' (Chortle.co.uk). Sundays with BSL interpreter. Ages 14+.
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2 Aug3 Aug Thu & Fri 7.40–8.40pm
Preview performance.
Assembly Hall, Edinburgh
4 Aug19 Aug Mon–Sun 7.40–8.40pm Assembly Hall, Edinburgh
Adam Larter: Happy New Year - A Free Comedy Show
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Adam Larter / Laughing Horse Free Festival. If your worst New Year's Eve was the time you cried alone in the toilet, it won't be now! Adam Larter has travelled back in time to celebrate New Year's Eve with you. With the massive budget he's been given by his completely legitimate sponsorship from Fosters he'll have fireworks, roller-skating and possibly a joke. 'The sheer volume of his daft ideas is stunning … a very disorganised genius' ★★★★ (Skinny). 'Had the audience giggling with bemused…
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4 Aug26 Aug Mon–Sun 1.15–2.15pm Laughing Horse @ Captain Taylor's Coffee House, Edinburgh
Alan Davies: Life is Pain
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Best known as Stephen Fry's mop-topped buffoon on QI and duffle-coated detective in Jonathan Creek, Alan returns to his stand-up roots.
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9 Aug14 Aug Mon, Tue & Thu–Sun 7.40–8.40pm Venue 150 @ EICC, Edinburgh
18 Oct 7.30pm Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
19 Oct 8pm Music Hall, Aberdeen
20 Oct 8.30pm Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
Alistair Barrie: Urban Fogey
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CKP. The List called Alistair Barrie a 'Comic Dandy'. He prefers 'Urban Fogey'. The Independent went with 'Excellent'. Come and see why. ★★★★ (Chortle.co.uk). ★★★★ (Metro). ★★★★ (ThreeWeeks). Ages 14+.
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1 Aug3 Aug Wed–Fri 6.50–7.50pm
Preview performance.
Underbelly Bristo Square, Edinburgh
4 Aug26 Aug Mon–Sun 6.50–7.50pm Underbelly Bristo Square, Edinburgh
6 Aug7 Aug Mon & Tue 6.50–7.50pm
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Underbelly Bristo Square, Edinburgh
Andrew Lawrence is Coming to Get You
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Chambers Management. Star of Live at the Apollo, now a regular on Channel 4's Stand Up for the Week, Andrew Lawrence arrives in Edinburgh following a sell-out 50 date tour of the UK. Twice nominated Best UK Headline Act at the Chortle Awards 2010/11, also a former double Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee, audiences can expect Lawrence to deliver an hour of top-class stand-up. 'He discharges kamikaze philosophies a-hundred-to-the-dozen. And it is outstanding.' (List) 'His almost Victorian blend…
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1 Aug3 Aug Wed–Fri 8.50–9.50pm
Preview performance.
Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh
4 Aug26 Aug Mon–Sun 8.50–9.50pm Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh
6 Aug7 Aug Mon & Tue 8.50–9.50pm
Two-for-one ticket offer available.
Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh
Andrew Lawrence Is Coming To Get You
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Vitriolic humour from the Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee.
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26 Oct Oct 26, 8pm The Castle, Wellingborough
1 Nov Nov 1, 8pm, doors 6.30pm Komedia, Bath
10 Nov Nov 10, 8pm, doors 7pm The Electric Palace, Bridport
3 Dec Dec 3, 8pm Norwich Arts Centre, Norwich
13 Dec Dec 13, 7pm, doors Slade Rooms at Little Civic, Wolverhampton
7 Feb Feb 7, 7.30pm, doors 7pm The Glee Club, Cardiff Bay
Andrew Lawrence: The Best Kept Secret In Comedy
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Vitriolic humour from the Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee.
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8 Jun Jun 8, 8pm, doors 7pm Acorn Arts Centre, Penzance
9 Jun Jun 9, 7.45pm Merlin Theatre, Frome
14 Jun Jun 14, 8pm Marlowe Studio at Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury
15 Jun Jun 15, 8pm Key Theatre, Peterborough
16 Jun Jun 16, 8pm Cranleigh Arts Centre, Cranleigh
22 Jun Jun 22, 8pm Hazlitt Arts Centre, Maidstone
29 Jun Jun 29, 8pm Quarterhouse, Folkestone
6 Jul Jul 6, 8pm Festival Drayton Centre, Market Drayton
Bank Holiday Special
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Get yourself down the the Stand for a proper celebration of the Jubilee with David Kay, Simon O'Keeffe, Pam Ford and Stu Murphy. Go on, the Queen might show up. (She definitely won't).
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3 Jun 8.30pm The Stand, Edinburgh
Beatnik Comedy
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Every week a host of Scotland's comedy newbies show off their rib-tickling skills, presided over by a professional headliner. Hosted by Liam Withnail.
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30 May25 Jul Wed 8.30pm The Tron, Edinburgh
The Beehive Comedy Club
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Ben Verth presents a weekend packed full of top local and visiting comedians to tickle your funny bone in an entirely appropriate way.
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1 Jun28 Jul Fri & Sat 8.30pm Beehive Inn, Edinburgh
Benefit for Ethiopia Link
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Ethiopia Link provides support for orphaned and abandoned children, and now Susan Morrison, Keir McAllister, Jay Lafferty, Gus Lymburn and Raymond Mearns raise awareness of the charity with comedy for a good cause.
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18 Jul 8.30pm The Stand, Edinburgh
Best of Edinburgh: The Showcase Show
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EdCom Productions. Whipping up a selection of the best comedy acts of the Festival into a delicious lunchtime feast, The Showcase Show returns for its ninth triumphant year. At the heart of the action in the Pleasance Courtyard's buzzing Cabaret Bar, this show is perfect for comedy fans looking for some early afternoon laughs. With a new line-up every day including big name headliners and the hottest new up-and-comers, The Showcase Show is the best place to start your day. All ages.
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3 Aug26 Aug Mon–Sun 1.10–2.10pm Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh
The Best of Irish Comedy
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Stand Comedy Club. Ireland's finest under one roof. Excellent value celtic showcase featuring three top comics for the price of one. Fringe institution since 1999. Previous guests include Jason Byrne, Dara O'Briain, Dylan Moran, David O'Doherty, Andrew Maxwell, Colin Murphy, Ed Byrne, Neil Delamere,Michael Legge, Michael Redmond, Eleanor Tiernan, Jarlath Regan, Deirdre O'Kane, Jake O'Kane, Ian Coppinger and Owen O'Neill. 'Wonderful line-up truly justifies show's title' (Evening News). Great…
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3 Aug26 Aug Mon–Sun 6–7.15pm The Stand Comedy Club III & IV, Edinburgh
The Best Of Scottish Comedy
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Stand Comedy Club. Fifteenth side-splitting year. Quality showcase with Caledonia's finest. Old favourites and rising stars. Four great comics for twelve quid. Changes nightly. Previous guests include Frankie Boyle, Kevin Bridges, Fred MacAulay, Des Clarke, Bruce Morton, Arnold Brown, Stephen Carlin, Gary Little, Raymond Mearns, Vladimir McTavish, Susan Morrison, Bruce Devlin, Joe Heenan, David Kay, Mark Nelson and Daniel Sloss. 'Great value in a relaxed environment' (Scotsman). 'The Stand…
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3 Aug26 Aug Mon–Sun 9.45–11.35pm The Stand, Edinburgh
Best of Scottish Comedy
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A monthly showcase of the finest comedy talent from north of the border, flying the flag of Scottish talent without looking like a hooligan.
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30 May 8.30pm
This month let Janey Godley demonstrate why she's considered the mother of barbed, hard-nosed Scottish wit.
The Stand, Edinburgh
27 Jun 8.30pm
With Alan Francis.
The Stand, Edinburgh
25 Jul 8.30pm
With Stu & Garry.
The Stand, Edinburgh
Best of the Fest Daytime
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Assembly. The perfect way to kick start your day sampling the very Best of the Fest! Join us in the gardens for the best comedy, music and cabaret on offer. Suitable for all ages. Daily line-ups at www.assemblyfestival.com. All ages.
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3 Aug26 Aug Tue–Sun noon–1.15pm Assembly George Square, Edinburgh
Better Living Through Comedy
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Edinburgh Fringe Festival previews from sketch trio Jigsaw and spontaneous troupe Fat Kitten Improv.
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12 Jun Jun 12, 8pm The Green Note Cafe, London NW1
Better Living Through Comedy
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Edinburgh previews from musical comic Helen Arney and spontaneous comedy troupe Fat Kitten Improv.
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17 Jul Jul 17, 8pm The Green Note Cafe, London NW1
Better Living Through Comedy
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Edinburgh previews from sketch duo Max & Ivan and spontaneous comedy troupe Fat Kitten Improv.
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24 Jul Jul 24, 8pm The Green Note Cafe, London NW1
The Big Comedy Gala in Aid of Macmillan Cancer Support
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Big C. Roy Walker (ITV's Catchphrase) hosts a second-to-none line-up of stand-up celebrity to raise awareness and funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. Last year's sold-out show featured Ed Byrne, Sarah Millican, Danny Bhoy, The Boy with Tape on his Face and more. Line-up TBC. @bigcomedygala. Last year's event raised £18,433.08. This year we want to raise £20,000 in one night. Macmillan Cancer Support improves the lives of people affected by cancer. They provide practical, medical and…
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13 Aug 9.30pm Venue 150 @ EICC, Edinburgh
Big Value: Edinburgh Preview Show
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Sharp and intelligent wit from Debra-Jane Appleby, plus Ola and Ben Hustwayte.
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3 Jun Jun 3, 8pm, doors 6.45pm Just The Tonic Comedy Club, Leicester
Big Value: Edinburgh Preview Show
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Dry wit and acerbic one-liners from Romesh Ranganathan, plus Bryan Lacey, Adam Staunton and Bobby Mair.
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10 Jun Jun 10, 8pm, doors 6.45pm Just The Tonic Comedy Club, Leicester
Big Value: Edinburgh Preview Show
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Outspoken banter from Alan Anderson, plus Peter McCole and Fin Taylor.
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17 Jun Jun 17, 8pm, doors 6.45pm Just The Tonic Comedy Club, Leicester
Big Value: Edinburgh Preview Show
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Punchy gags and observations from Jonathan Elston, plus Andrea Hubert and Ben Van Der Velde.
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24 Jun Jun 24, 8pm, doors 6.45pm Just The Tonic Comedy Club, Leicester
Black Monday – The Longest Laugh All Day Gong Show
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The Shack Comedy Club. Who beats the gong, you decide! Pop in and out, or stay for the duration of this massive all-day show. Winner announced at midnight. All proceeds to charity, sponsored by Duracell. MC Chris Conroy steers this ship for the duration. Join him on this mammoth task which aims to raise money for charity whilst having a right good laugh along the way - expect surprise drop-ins and unexpected incidents. We will be tweeting the event via @theshackedinbur but you will want to…
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13 Aug Noon The Shack, Edinburgh
Blah Blah Comedy Club: Edinburgh Fringe Preview
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Energetic humour from Anglo-Turkish stand-up Naz Osmanoglu and sharp improvisations from Australian comic Yianni Agisilaou.
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5 Jun Jun 5, 7.30pm, doors The Camden Head, London NW1
Blah Blah Comedy Club: Edinburgh Fringe Preview
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Offbeat gags from Benny Boot and surreal humour from Canadian stand-up Tony Law.
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11 Jun Jun 11, 7.30pm, doors The Camden Head, London NW1
Blah Blah Comedy Club: Edinburgh Fringe Preview
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Intelligent stand-up from Richard Herring and insightful wit from Catie Wilkins.
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12 Jun Jun 12, 7.30pm The Camden Head, London NW1
Blah Blah Comedy Club: Edinburgh Fringe Preview
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Smart observations from Roisin Conaty and sardonic quips from Al Barrie.
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25 Jun Jun 25, 7.30pm The Camden Head, London NW1
The Blue Cat Comedy Club
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Upbeat wit from Chris Ramsey and visual and physical humour from Martin Bigpig Mor as the stand-ups preview new material ahead of Edinburgh Festival.
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1 Jul Jul 1, 7.45pm Blue Cat Cafe Bar, Stockport
Bright Club: Edinburgh
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The hardworking staff at Edinburgh's universities are let out for the night to share their tales about the weird, wonderful, and often very funny, world of research.
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12 Jun 8.30pm The Stand, Edinburgh
Camii Sinclair
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Songs and humour from comedian and singer-songwriter Sinclair and guests.
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12 May30 Jun Sat 6pm The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh
Catie Wilkins: Joy Is My Middle Name
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Corrie McGuire for Objective Talent. Did the name your parents chose for you reflect their unrealistic expectations? Hope? Faith? Moon Unit? Catie Joy Wilkins hates smiling. Her middle name makes things worse. Find out what to do if your tooth snags during fellatio, how men created a feminist Swiss Army Knife (basically by adding a sewing kit) plus good news for thousands of girls with no sex appeal. FHM Stand-Up Hero, ITV4. Dave's Top 10 New Comedians. 'Very funny' (Jimmy Carr).
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2 Aug3 Aug Thu & Fri 7.45–8.45pm
Preview performance.
Underbelly, Edinburgh
4 Aug26 Aug Mon–Sun 7.45–8.45pm Underbelly, Edinburgh
6 Aug7 Aug Mon & Tue 7.45–8.45pm
Two-for-one ticket offer available.
Underbelly, Edinburgh
Charlie Baker Freshly Baked
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Off The Kerb Productions in Association with Debi Allen Associates. Stand-up from award-winning comedian, singer, actor, writer and tap dancer. Also husband, father, son, runner, Devonian and overeater. A fresh comedy hour from 'Devon's answer to Frank Sinatra' (Guardian) ★★★★ (Scotsman). Ages 14+.
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1 Aug3 Aug Wed–Fri 7.15–8.15pm
Preview performance.
Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh
4 Aug26 Aug Mon–Sun 7.15–8.15pm Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh
6 Aug7 Aug Mon & Tue 7.15–8.15pm
Two-for-one ticket offer available.
Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh
Chortle Student Comedy Award Final
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Chortle. Hundreds entered, only eight survive. Who will be crowned Britain's funniest student comedian? Organised by top comedy website Chortle, previous finalists include Simon Bird (Inbetweeners) and Tom Deacon (Radio 1). Powered by The Sims 3. Ages 14+.
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13 Aug 10.30pm Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh
Chris McCausland: Not Blind Enough
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Bound and Gagged Comedy. Back for a fourth consecutive year, McCausland confronts the stereotype he's worked hard to avoid, kicking it squarely in the … 'Balls-Out Funny!' (Chortle.co.uk). 'His language is a treat' (Hairline.org.uk). 'Fantastical words and imagery' (ThreeWeeks). Ages 14+.
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1 Aug3 Aug Wed–Fri 4.30–5.30pm
Preview performance.
Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh
4 Aug26 Aug Mon–Sun 4.30–5.30pm Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh
6 Aug7 Aug Mon & Tue 4.30–5.30pm
Two-for-one ticket offer available.
Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh
Chris Ramsey & Tom Deacon
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Upbeat humour and stories as the stand-ups preview their latest Edinburgh Festival shows.
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17 Jun Jun 17, 8pm, doors 7pm J3 at The Junction, Cambridge
Comedy Bunker: Edinburgh Preview
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Whimsical wit from Lucy Porter.
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5 Jul Jul 5, 8.45pm, doors 8pm Ruislip Golf Centre, Ruislip
Comedy Bunker: Edinburgh Previews
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Energetic improvisations from Marlon Davies and cultural observations from Shappi Khorsandi.
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12 Jul Jul 12, 8.45pm, doors 8pm Ruislip Golf Centre, Ruislip
Comedy Bunker: Edinburgh Previews
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Sharp observations from Paul Tonkinson and edgy storytelling from Canadian stand-up Tom Stade.
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13 Jul Jul 13, 8.45pm, doors 8pm Ruislip Golf Centre, Ruislip
Comedy Bunker: Edinburgh Previews
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Observational humour from Seann Walsh and musical comedy from guitar-playing stand-up Rob Deering.
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19 Jul Jul 19, 8.45pm, doors 8pm Ruislip Golf Centre, Ruislip
Comedy Bunker: Edinburgh Previews
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Topical humour from Ian Stone.
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20 Jul Jul 20, 8.45pm, doors 8pm Ruislip Golf Centre, Ruislip
Comedy Sneak Peak
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Three nights of funny with Kai Humphries, Daniel Sloss and Mark Nelson on rotation as they try out their brand new Edinburgh Fringe shows. They won't be slick, but they will be very funny – have a look before the crushing hoards of Festival tourists mean you can't.
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28 Jun30 Jun Thu–Sat 7.30pm Howden Park Centre, Livingston
Comedy Variety Show
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Weekly new material night, hosted by Keara Patricia Murphy, where anything goes (as long as it's funny). Eight acts perform each time, a mix of fresh faces starting out and established pros road testing new jokes.
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21 May30 Jul Mon 8–10.30pm City Café, Edinburgh
The Comedy Zone And Naz Osmanoglu
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Edinburgh previews from the comedy showcase team The Comedy Zone and the energetic Anglo-Turkish stand-up Osmanoglu.
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6 Jul Jul 6, 7.30pm–9.45pm Pleasance Theatre, London N7
Crack Comedy Edinburgh Season 2012
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Intelligent humour from Richard Herring and vitriolic stand-up from Andrew Lawrence.
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7 Jun Jun 7, 8.30pm, doors 8pm The Slug And Lettuce, London N1
Crack Comedy Edinburgh Season 2012
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Lugubrious humour from Lloyd Langford and social and cultural observations from Erich McElroy.
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14 Jun Jun 14, 8.30pm, doors 8pm The Slug And Lettuce, London N1
Crack Comedy Edinburgh Season 2012
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Character comedy from Pippa Evans as American singer-songwriter Loretta Maine.
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21 Jun Jun 21, 8.30pm, doors 8pm The Slug And Lettuce, London N1

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