2019 Edinburgh Fringe
Matt Forde: Brexit, Pursued By A Bear
This man keeps getting better and better and will help you see the funny side of the world today. Join him for an insight into what the first BoJo/Trump meeting may look like - you'll not see a better Trump impression outside of the White House.
Join Britain's leading political comedian as he once again promises his last show as an EU citizen (maybe). Matt Forde (as seen on Have I Got News For You, Mock the Week, The Royal Variety Performance and Question Time). 'Possibly the best political comedy show on the Fringe' ***** (Dominic Cavendish, Telegraph). 'Is there a better political comic than Matt Forde currently working in the UK? I can't think of another to touch him' ****½ (Jay Richardson, Chortle.co.uk). 'A stand-up of rare skill' **** (Stephen Armstrong, Sunday Times).
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Ross McIndoe, The Scotsman, 18th August 2019Fringe offers a comic view of Brexit farce
There is no doubt that we live in volatile political times. In these periods of social crisis, the arts have always had an important role to play in helping us to understand the bigger issues.
Paul Sneddon, Daily Business Group, 8th August 2019How Edinburgh's comics are straddling political divide
While some fringe shows are tackling the subject head on, other performers think this is a year to stay off current affairs.
Vanessa Thorpe, The Guardian, 3rd August 2019Matt Forde interview
While he makes no secret of his own leanings (he's a centre-left moderate), he's not out to rip his guests apart.
Mike Ward, Daily Star, 8th July 2019All the best Edinburgh Fringe previews in London
Don't get me wrong, I love Edinburgh, with it's Hogwartsy cobbles and granite grandeur, seeped in history and united by culture, heritage and a too-often-racist hatred of the English. But when it comes to the Edinburgh Festival, the major advantage of Edinburgh, that it's nowhere near London, becomes its major drawback for all of us keen to see some of the country's best comedy.
Phil Clarke, The Handbook, 13th June 2019Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 31st Jul 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 1st Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 2nd Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 3rd Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 4th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 5th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 6th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 7th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 8th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 9th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 10th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 11th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 12th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 13th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 14th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 15th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 16th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 17th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 18th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 19th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 20th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 21st Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 22nd Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 23rd Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 24th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 25th Aug 2019 | 20:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Forth) |
| 25th Aug 2019 | 22:00 | Pleasance Courtyard (Pleasance Beyond) |
User reviews
Really funny. This is the third time seeing Matt and the Fringe and he doesn't disappoint. There's obviously loads of political stuff happening right now which gives plenty of ammunition. Matt manages to cover a lot of it with a really funny and scathing approach. Loads of fun and great impressions. Would really recommend.