2022 Edinburgh Fringe
Chris Gethard: A Father and the Sun
The 'New York comedy institution' (New York Times) and host of the Beautiful/Anonymous podcast makes a much-anticipated return to Edinburgh following a six-year absence. Join Chris (The Chris Gethard Show, Parks And Recreation, The Office) as he follows up his universally critically acclaimed 2016 residency with a brand-new stand-up hour. 'Funny and beautifully articulated' **** (Guardian). 'A gripping, beautiful hour of comedy' **** (Times). 'Miss it and you'll be missing out on one of the most vital, heartfelt and affecting hours at the Fringe' **** (The Skinny). 'A triumph' **** (Chortle).
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The prize-chasing at Edinburgh isn't pleasant.
Chris Gethard, Chortle, 5th August 2022EdFringe talk: Chris Gethard: A Father and the Sun
"The show deals a lot with the idea of redefining fatherhood, manhood, masculinity, all via the responsibility of raising the next generation."
Dan Lentell, Get Your Coats On, 1st August 2022Edinburgh 2022: Chris Gethard guest blog
Ahead of its run at the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Chris Gethard blogs for BroadwayWorld about bringing A Father and the Sun to the Gilded Balloon this August.
Chris Gethard, Broadway World, 27th July 2022Interview with comedian, author and podcaster Chris Gethard
"I've always been someone who remembers that I'm lucky I get to do this, and now that feeling of being grateful is even more pronounced."
Tom Inniss, Voice Magazine, 19th July 2022Chris Gethard brings fatherhood tales to Edinburgh
After a six year absence from the Edinburgh Fringe, the man the New York Times described as a 'comedy institution' is returning to Scotland. He tells us more about his show...
British Comedy Guide, 15th July 2022Chris Gethard interview
My son was born in April of 2019. Like many comedians, this naturally led to a lot of jokes about being a new parent. I expected that. What I didn't expect was how many aspects of my own childhood I'd re-examine, and how much I'd sit and think about my own dad.
On The Mic, 13th July 2022Edinburgh 2022: Chris Gethard Q&A
BWW catches up with Chris Gethard to chat about bringing A Father and the Sun to the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 15th June 2022Performances
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 4th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 5th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 6th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 7th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 8th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 9th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 10th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 11th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 12th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 13th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 14th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 15th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 17th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 18th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 19th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 20th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 21st Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 22nd Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 23rd Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 24th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 25th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 26th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 27th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |
| 28th Aug 2022 | 18:00 | Gilded Balloon Teviot (Billiard Room) |