2018 Edinburgh Fringe
Archie Maddocks: Matchstick
Award-winning Archie Maddocks presents an hour of biting, provocative, unflinchingly funny comedy where he explores his deepest and darkest thoughts, exposes his flaws and interrogates his personal connection to Grenfell Tower. Fresh from a stint in the BBC Writersroom, having previously toured South Africa and Europe, this 'super cool, super smart storyteller' (Bruce Dessau, BeyondTheJoke.co.uk and Evening Standard) hilariously explores life, love and loss with a candid authenticity, marking him out as a 'real highlight' (BBC Introducing).
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25 of the top gags from the Fringe
From snakes to smashing the patriarchy, these are the funniest gags from this year's Edinburgh Fringe.
Jessie Thompson, Evening Standard, 11th August 2018Idle chit-chat with Archie Maddocks
"The only other time was when Arsenal legend Thierry Henry looked me in the eyes and I cried..."
Max Mazonowicz, The Digital Fix, 9th August 2018Fringe Q&A: Weird dreams
What do performers dream about when they go to bed. We asked some comedians 'What's the weirdest dream you've ever had?'.
British Comedy Guide, 9th August 2018Fringe Q&A: The worst thing you've done at a festival?
We asked some of the people who are performing shows at the Edinburgh Fringe what the worst thing they've ever done at a festival is. Brace yourself for some of these answers....
British Comedy Guide, 5th August 2018Archie Maddocks: Edinburgh Fringe 2018 interview
Archie Maddocks interview.
Laugh Out London, 31st July 2018Fringe Q&A: What do your parents think?
We asked some of the comedians heading up to the Fringe how many times their parents have seen them perform. Some acts have very supportive mums and dads it would appear... but not everyone in this list can say that.
British Comedy Guide, 30th July 2018Fringe Q&A: What are you putting in your suitcase?
A hazmat suit, a horse's head, a Mr Miyagi doll, five kilos of dried super-long spaghetti, and Immodium - just some of the things that comedians are putting in their suitcases ahead of getting on planes and trains bound for the Edinburgh Festival.
British Comedy Guide, 26th July 2018Archie Maddocks on his new show
Archie Maddocks performs Matchstick at Just The Tonic (The Mash House) during August (except 13th).
The Herald, 17th July 2018Preview - Archie Maddocks
Fresh from working with BBC Writers Room Archie Maddocks presents his latest show at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2018.
Larissa Beck, Deadline News, 17th July 2018Archie Maddocks: The Edinburgh Interviews 2018
I go every year, so I know what's in store, but you can never really prepare in that sense for the festival.
Moody Comedy, 13th July 2018Edinburgh interview: Archie Maddocks
As heard on BBC Radio 4's New Comedy Award and BBC Radio 4 Extra's Comedy Club, Archie Maddocks' natural stage presence, quick wit and confident, cheerful, provocative and, most importantly hilarious stand-up comedy has made him one of the most in demand comics on the British and international comedy circuit.
Theatre Weekly, 12th July 2018+3 interview: Archie Maddocks: Matchstick
"It's all been upwards in the last twelve months."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 7th July 201810 things that make me laugh by Archie Maddocks
Archie Maddocks writes a piece for us ahead of his new show Matchstick at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Archie Maddocks, Female First, 7th July 2018You have to be joking? Archie Maddocks
Archie Maddocks interview.
Short Com, 2nd July 2018Edinburgh preview: Archie Maddocks
Award-winning Archie Maddocks presents an hour of biting, provocative, unflinchingly funny comedy where he explores his deepest and darkest thoughts, exposes his flaws and interrogates his personal connection to Grenfell Tower.
Theatre Weekly, 28th June 2018A piggy interview with Archie Maddocks
Archie Maddocks interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 24th June 2018Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 3rd Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 4th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 5th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 6th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 7th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 8th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 9th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 10th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 11th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 12th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 14th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 15th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 16th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 17th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 18th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 19th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 20th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 21st Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 22nd Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 23rd Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 24th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 25th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |
| 26th Aug 2018 | 13:55 | Just The Tonic at The Mash House (Just the Snifter Room) |