2017 Edinburgh Fringe
Sophie Willan: Branded
Small and sweet of countenance, Lancashire lass Sophie starts with a lot of fine jokes, followed by an intriguing adult story about her previous occupations. Tied in cleverly to larger issues about contemporary British society, there are nevertheless frequent laughs and a satisfying conclusion.
Sophie Willan has had a lifetime of being branded by others. In this highly anticipated follow-up to her 2016 smash-hit debut, this brutally honest breakout star returns to tell us why. Expect a raucous show like no other from this bold and unapologetic young powerhouse. As seen on As Yet Untitled (Dave) and as heard on BBC Radio 4. Chortle Best Newcomer nominee 2017. 'An exceptional new talent' ***** (Herald). 'A two-fingered salute to the "hangover of poverty"' **** (List). 'Sophie Willan was born to do this' **** (BeyondTheJoke.co.uk).
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Press articles
The Edinburgh Comedy Awards: Sophie Willan
Nominee Sophie Willan makes serious, nuanced points, yet keeps the mood buoyant.
Dominic Maxwell, The Times, 26th August 2017Why 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?
Edinburgh Comedy Awards shortlist 2017
The nominations for the Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2017 have been announced.
British Comedy Guide, 23rd August 2017Sophie Willan wins Herald Angel Award
Bolton comedian Sophie Willan has won the prestigious Herald Angel Award for her second stand up show Branded, currently at the Pleasance Courtyard at the Edinburgh Fringe.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 12th August 2017Sophie Willan on her life coaching Fringe show
A social worker once labelled six-year-old Sophie Willan "rebellious, disruptive and rude".
Claire Smith, The Scotsman, 8th August 2017Interview with Sophie Willan
Sophie Willan takes some time to talk to Voice about the show, inspirations, and to give advice to young people.
Tom Inniss, Voice Magazine, 31st July 2017The Forecast: Stephanie's Picks
Still reeling from the colossal size of this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe guide? Not to worry, Fringebiscuit is here for you!
Stephanie St Paul, Fringe Biscuit, 30th July 2017Sophie Willan discusses her new show 'Branded'
Sophie Willan talks to us about her new show 'Branded' ahead of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Female First, 30th 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 show time series with Sophie Willan
Sophie Willan interview.
Comedy Blogedy, 24th July 2017Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
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| 2nd Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 3rd Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 4th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 5th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 6th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 7th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 8th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
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| 10th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 11th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 12th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 13th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 14th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 15th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 17th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 18th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 19th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 20th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 21st Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 22nd Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 23rd Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 24th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 25th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 26th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |
| 27th Aug 2017 | 20:00 | Pleasance Courtyard |