2019 Edinburgh Fringe
The Thinking Drinkers: Heroes of Hooch
After eight years of sell-outs, the Thinking Drinkers return with a brand-new, hilarious and intoxicating look at history's greatest drinkers. Enjoy five free drinks as the award-winning experts reveal how alcohol has inspired pioneering explorers, politicians and painters in equal measure, from Plato and Picasso, to Nelson, Napoleon and Norm from Cheers. You'll learn a lot, laugh a lot and, don't forget, you get five free drinks. 'Pioneers of alcohol based comedy' (Sunday Times). 'A terrific show. The best value for money in town' **** (Scotsman). 'Hugely funny, genuinely fascinating' **** (Edinburgh Evening News).
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18+ only. Five free drinks included in the ticket price.
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Eight steps Q&A: The Thinking Drinkers
Fringe veterans The Thinking Drinkers offer some tips on how to get the most from the Edinburgh Festival, in eight steps...
ThreeWeeks, 21st August 2019An appetite for all things food and drink
Award-winning stand-up comedian and cook, George Egg's new show, Moveable Feast, will have you laughing and salivating in equal amounts.
Edinburgh Foody, 2nd August 201915 tempting food-related shows to indulge in
Known for his successful show where he cooked meals using only equipment typically found in hotel rooms, George Egg is back.
Lloyd Bent, Edinburgh Evening News, 1st August 2019Edinburgh interview: Tom Sandham, The Thinking Drinkers
Tom Sandham and Ben McFarland are a double act that turned a love of liquor into a comedy theatre show.
Theatre Weekly, 6th July 2019The Thinking Drinkers Q&A
BWW catches up with The Thinking Drinkers to chat about bringing Heroes of Hooch to the 2019 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 5th July 2019Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 31st Jul 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 1st Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 2nd Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 3rd Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 4th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 5th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 6th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 7th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 8th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 9th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 10th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 11th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 13th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 14th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 15th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 16th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 17th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 18th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 19th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 20th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 21st Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 22nd Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 23rd Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 24th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |
| 25th Aug 2019 | 20:20 | Underbelly, Bristo Square (Cowbarn) |