2016 Edinburgh Fringe
Simon Munnery: Standing Still
Simon Munnery performs for his 30th year at the Fringe. An opening to die for, seven wry observations, a tone poem, four fresh skits and two new commandments. 'A genuine innovator in the land of the samey, and an annual must-see for any comedy connoisseur' (Guardian). 'Simon Munnery is a brilliant comedian' (Times). 'The Terminator of comedy' (Skinny).
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Defining the Norm winners announced
Will Franken reveals the winners of the first-ever Defining the Norm Awards.
Will Franken, Spiked, 31st August 2016Fringe Q&As: Simon Munnery
Simon Munnery interview.
The Herald, 21st August 2016Seven must-see comedy shows at the Edinburgh Fringe
Your laughter muscles duly rested by a diet of Dostoevsky and Adam Sandler movies throughout the early summer, you'll be ready and crying out by now for the comedic onslaught of the Edinburgh Fringe. Everywhere from street corners to enormo-venues, you'll find all kinds of people vying to make you think they're the most hilarious thing since internet videos of cats, be they stand-ups, sketch troupes, improvisers, absurdist performance artists or just plain freeform weirdoes. Let us help you sort the funny hahas from the funny hows by highlighting six shows we think will be definite winners this Fringe, from promising up-and-comers to senior stars.
Malcolm Jack, Time Out, 17th August 2016Simon Munnery: I married my heckler
He was bombing badly when a lone voice cried from the darkness - 'don't die!' The standup recalls how - among a merciless crowd - he made one fan for life.
Simon Munnery, The Guardian, 16th August 2016Simon Munnery on his most memorable gigs
"Why I'll never play the Buxton Festival again"
Chortle, 10th August 2016Simon Munnery on his 30 years at the Fringe
As he celebrates three decades at the Fringe, Simon Munnery reflects on a career of strange ideas and collapsing plots - and a disatrous encounter with Madonna.
The Scotsman, 8th August 2016Simon Munnery: Is alternative comedy over? Yes & no...
As Edinburgh fills with a new generation of comics, the veteran standup looks back at the cabaret nights that started a revolution.
Simon Munnery, The Guardian, 8th August 2016Onion at the Fringe: more Edinburgh picks
Over the past week we've given you lots of Onion-flavoured Edinburgh previews to sink your teeth into... And there's still more to come! If your Fringe schedule isn't quite as full as it could be, here are some extra TVO recommendations that we just couldn't neglect to mention.
The Velvet Onion, 1st August 2016Three to see 2016: anniversary celebrators
ThreeWeeks Co-Editor Caro Moses helps you navigate the Festival with her Three To See tips. Today three comedians with anniversaries to celebrate.
Caro Moses, ThreeWeeks, 29th July 2016Stewart Lee's Edinburgh Fringe 2016 tips
Each year, via his newsletter, Stewart Lee makes a number of suggestions for Edinburgh Fringe shows you should go and see.
British Comedy Guide, 29th July 2016Ten legends of the Fringe festival
It wouldn't be the same without them. Here are ten Fringe institutions, back again for 2016.
Chortle, 27th July 2016Edinburgh Festival: top 25 to watch 2016
The hottest tickets in town - we pick the must-see shows across the festivals.
The List, 22nd July 2016Interview: Simon Munnery
Offbeat comedian recalls his four most memorable shows over 30 years on the Fringe.
Simon Munnery, The List, 13th July 2016Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
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| 4th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 5th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 6th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 7th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 8th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 9th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 10th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 11th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 12th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 13th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 14th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 16th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 17th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 18th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 19th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 20th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 21st Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 22nd Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 23rd Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 24th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 25th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 26th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 27th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 28th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |
| 29th Aug 2016 | 16:00 | The Stand Comedy Club |