2019 Edinburgh Fringe
Fern Brady: Power and Chaos
As seen on Live from the BBC, Live from the Comedy Store, The Russell Howard Hour and Live at the Apollo. Fern is one of the UK's hottest comedy stars. Known for being totally unique and completely fearless, her new show will tackle sexuality, feminism, power, Brexit, Britishness, Scottishness and nationality all with her caustic wit, exceptional writing and electric stage craft. 'An astounding hour' ***** (List). Tough-talking and packed with don't-give-a-shit honesty. It finds the right balance between sincerity and side-splitting anecdotes... I was crying with laughter' ***** (Skinny).
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Fern Brady: fighting back against everyday sexism
Comedian Fern Brady has prepared a selection of ready-made comebacks for everyday sexism in the workplace - get ready to laugh.
Lauren Geall, Stylist, 22nd August 2019The Scotsman critics' best comedy shows to see
This is a comprehensive list of the best comedy shows at this year's Fringe so that your time and money really is all but guaranteed to pay dividends in belly laughs, groans and fits of giggles.
Ross McIndoe, The Scotsman, 18th August 2019Fern Brady: Lewis Capaldi & Limmy making Fringe cool
The acid-tongued Bathgate star has become one of the most recognisable acts in British comedy and has just added an extra date to her sell-out Edinburgh Fringe run.
Simon Houston, The Scottish Sun, 17th August 2019Is stand-up too woke and ruining things for audiences?
At this year's Fringe, the battle lines are drawn between shows defending the comedian's right to offend and less divisive offerings.
Rachael Healy, i Newspaper, 6th August 2019Fringe 2019: 12 best comedy shows
Here for the lols? From buzzy newcomers to stand-up giants, these are the best comedy shows at Edinburgh Fringe 2019.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 1st August 2019Edinburgh Festivals: light in dark times
Everything sucks. Everything's...mucked up. We live in difficult, polarised times, with people and institutions exposed as flawed and failing. The festivals are no exception, but is there light in the darkness? Fest finds out.
Fest Mag, 23rd July 2019Comedians' guide to Edinburgh
Sofie Hagen, Phil Wang, Nish Kumar and others reveal their favourite festival spots, from Portobello Beach to the middle of the Royal Mile.
The Guardian, 12th July 2019Fringe: 32 must-see Edinburgh shows
The Edinburgh Fringe is just around the corner and that means two things: performers everywhere are having nervous breakdowns trying to get their shows ready in time, and we're awash with previews telling us who and what to go and see.
Nooruddean Choudry, JOE, 2nd July 2019The big Fringe Scottish roundup: part 1
In the first of our spotlight on Scottish acts at the 2019 Fringe we focus on a home venue, The Monkey Barrel.
Kevin Ibbotson-Wight, The Wee Review, 12th June 2019Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 2nd Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 3rd Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 4th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 5th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 6th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 7th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 8th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 9th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 10th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 11th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 13th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 14th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 15th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 16th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 17th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 18th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 19th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 20th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 21st Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 22nd Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 22nd Aug 2019 | 23:15 | Pleasance Courtyard (The Grand) |
| 23rd Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 24th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |
| 25th Aug 2019 | 18:00 | Monkey Barrel (Monkey Barrel 1) |