2017 Edinburgh Fringe
Jan Ravens: Difficult Woman
The Dead Ringers star in her much anticipated debut Edinburgh show. Ravens brilliantly observes an array of contemporary characters, including Theresa May and Diane Abbott. Razor-sharp satire delivered with startling virtuosity. 'Consummate impressionist' (Times).
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Why Fringe comics don't care about May, Trump & Brexit
In a sweaty Edinburgh cellar a bearded young comedian is telling us about the joys of deciding to stop being left-wing for a while. It is, we assume,
a joke. After all, the comedian concerned, Fin Taylor, spent his previous Edinburgh hour, Whitey McWhiteface, lecturing us about the woes of white privilege, albeit while owning up to being one of its beneficiaries. This is just another ironic pose, right, the precursor to some dismissive material about the usual baddies - Brexit, May and Trump?
#EdFringe17: Is Jan Ravens a Difficult Woman?
Enjoy 15 minutes of comedy and chat with the county's leading impressionist, Jan Ravens. Hear from Jan, alongside Theresa May, Diane Abbott, Fiona Bruce, Nicola Sturgeon, Ruth Davidson, Kirsty Wark, Donald Trump and more.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 15th August 2017Trumped out: why the fringe can't keep up with 2017
From Trumpageddon to Brexit: The Musical, many would-be topical crowdpleasers at this year's fringe can't match the manic pace of real-life news events.
Mark Lawson, The Guardian, 13th August 2017Interview with Jan Ravens
Jan Ravens takes some time to talk to Voice about the show, inspirations, and to give advice to young people.
Tom Inniss, Voice Magazine, 11th August 2017Interview with Jan Ravens
Jan Ravens interview.
Edinburgh Festivals, 10th August 2017Jan Ravens: I'm glad I left it late to make debut
Feminism comes in many forms. Sadly many of those forms exist nowadays only on stages, social media and T-shirts. Jan Ravens is from a time when women were still storming the metaphorical barricades of the literal boys' clubs.
Kate Copstick, The Scotsman, 9th August 2017Fringe shows targeting Donald Trump
It is the story that just won't go away - the rise and potential fall of the 45th President of the United States, Donald Trump.
Ross McCafferty, The Scotsman, 8th August 2017Event meets the funniest new stars of the Fringe
One's got a psycho in the family, another dreamed of being the youngest pope...
Mark Wareham, Daily Mail, 29th July 2017Fringe: the best comedy shows to watch this year
The Edinburgh Fringe kicks off on August 4, with previews from August 2. Here's our pick of this year's comedy line-up. (For tickets, visit tickets.edfringe.com).
Veronica Lee, The Telegraph, 29th July 201750 unmissable shows at the Fringe 2017
We'll be jetting up to the Edinburgh Fringe for the first week of the festival, and we'll be sharing with you the best quirky, offbeat, and downright amazing events at this years Fringe!
Stuart Wilson, To Do List, 27th July 2017Fringe on a theme: returning Fringe legends
At the Fringe it is easy to focus on new artists and overlook those who helped shaped stand-up before it became a viable career - here's where to catch those legends in Edinburgh this year.
Ben Venables, The Skinny, 26th July 2017Fringe preview: Gilded Balloon
Kerry Teakle, who once headed up the GB Fringe press office herself, recommends her choice of shows this Fringe.
Kerry Teakle, The Wee Review, 23rd July 2017Jan Ravens on impersonating Theresa May
'That very tense mouth suggests she's embarrassed by what she's saying'
Jan Ravens, The Telegraph, 21st July 2017Fringe Q&As: Jan Ravens
Jan Ravens on her festival debut, the perils of port and brandy and tasty fish in Leith.
Linda Howard, The Herald, 12th July 2017Jan Ravens Discusses Her New Show 'Difficult Woman'
Jan Ravens' debut Edinburgh show Difficult Woman will be at the Gilded Balloon - Dining Room for the month of August so we caught up with her to find out a little more about the woman behind the microphone.
Female First, 3rd July 2017Laugh a minute: Edinburgh festival's 2017 comedy lineup
Sara Pascoe looks at life after a breakup, Trygve Wakenshaw brings his baby on stage, and Alexei Sayle, Ruby Wax and talkshow king Craig Ferguson all return to the fringe this year.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 8th June 2017Jan Ravens interview
Impressionist extraordinaire on Saturday jobs, Springsteen and sunglasses.
The List, 25th May 2017Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 3rd Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 4th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 5th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 6th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 7th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 8th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 9th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 10th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 11th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 12th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 13th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 14th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 15th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 17th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 18th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 19th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 20th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 21st Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 22nd Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 23rd Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 24th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 25th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 26th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |
| 27th Aug 2017 | 19:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot |