2017 Edinburgh Fringe
Rob Auton: The Hair Show
Rob Auton explores the concept of 'hair', analysing it in ways you wouldn't have thought possible. His delicate turn of phrase is a delight to hear and he has a truly unique voice, which, among the hundreds of acts at the Fringe, is no mean feat.
This show is a comedy/theatre/spoken word show about hair and hairs. This show is suitable for people who have, or have had hair and hairs. 'A genuine original' (Guardian). 'I haven't seen anything else quite like it, or him' (Stage). 'One of my absolute favourites' (Daniel Kitson). 'His absurd brand of stand-up and poetry is exactly what the country needs right now' (Huffington Post). 'Charming, eccentric and uplifting, Auton is a talent to watch' (Independent). 'Limited entertainment value or indeed point' (Chortle.co.uk).
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We present the ThreeWeeks Editors' Awards 2017
Here we run through all the winners...
ThreeWeeks, 26th August 2017Interview with Rob Auton
Rob Auton takes some time to talk to Voice about the show, inspirations, and to give advice to young people.
Tom Inniss, Voice Magazine, 10th August 2017100 of the best ever jokes & one-liners from the Fringe
For a taste of what to expect, we've put together a rather epic list of some of the best jokes and one-liners that have had audiences giggling in the Scottish capital over recent years.
i Newspaper, 4th August 2017Rob Auton's top hair tip
The poet-comedian explains what to do when dandruff rears its ugly head.
Rob Auton, The List, 3rd August 2017Preview - Fringe 2017 - five to look out for
Includes Richard Gadd and Rob Auton.
Cormac Rae, The Edinburgh Reporter, 1st August 2017Three To See 2017: Three spoken word shows
This time three highly recommended spoken word shows.
Rob Auton, ThreeWeeks, 31st July 2017Rob Auton: Edinburgh Fringe 2017 interview
With Daniel Kitson and Scroobius Pip among his fans, Rob Auton has built up a cult following in Edinburgh for his shows that take an unnaturally deep focus on specific subjects. Themes of previous year's include water and sleep. This year it's hair.
Laugh Out London, 31st July 2017Fringe best jokes from the last 10 years
Try not to wet yourself with these classic jokes from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Daily Record, 27th July 2017Fringe shows that other comedians recommend
With the following recommendations you're in safe hands - we asked 10 comedians for their tips on who to see at the 70th Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Finlay Greig, i Newspaper, 27th July 2017The Edinburgh interviews 2017: Rob Auton
Rob Auton has a unique approach to the writing of a stand up show, working around an abstract theme, spring-boarding off something as simple as a word. Auton's style of comedy is a playful and sentimental take on performance poetry, unlike anything else you will see at the Fringe this year. He will be performing The Hair Show at Just the Tonic at The Caves throughout August.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 23rd July 2017Edinburgh 10x10: 5. Get in the sea!
10 comedians who have been photographed in a body of water
Chortle, 21st July 2017BWW Q&A- Rob Auton
Ron Auton interview.
Broadway World, 18th July 2017The ones to watch: comedy
Who will be funniest at this year's Fringe? Ben Williams selects the best of the bunch
Ben Williams, Fest Mag, 15th July 2017Fringe - Rob Auton: The Hair Show
Rob Auton is a stand-up comedian and poet. A past winner of the Dave Funniest Joke of The Fringe award, he returns to Edinburgh with a show that sees him cast an introspective eye over the world of hair, underpinned by leaving his head hair and beard to their own devices until he has performed The Hair Show for the final time.
Rosemary Kaye, The Edinburgh Reporter, 8th July 2017Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 4th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 5th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 6th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 7th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 8th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 9th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 10th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 11th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 12th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 13th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 15th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 16th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 17th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 18th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 19th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 20th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 21st Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 22nd Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 23rd Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 24th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 25th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |
| 26th Aug 2017 | 15:55 | Just The Tonic at the Caves |