Edinburgh Fringe
The Comedians' Choice Awards 2018
The Comedians' Choice Awards 2018
The Comedians' Choice Awards are the only Edinburgh Fringe prizes determined solely by performers. All comedy shows performing at the Fringe are invited to vote on who the three prizes should go to. Every person and show is eligible.
If you have any questions about the awards, contact British Comedy Guide.
2023 results
Comedians' Choice Awards 2023. Julia Masli. Credit: Andrew Max Levy
Best Show
Julia Masli: ha ha ha ha ha ha haComedians' Choice Awards 2023. Sid Singh
Best Performer
Sid SinghComedians' Choice Awards 2023 - trophy in Laughing Horse venue
Best Person
Lydia MasonMore information on the 2023 awards
2022 results
The Comedians' Choice Awards 2022. Rob Copland
Best Show
Rob Copland: Mainstream Muck (Gimme Some of That)Jordan Gray
Best Performer
Jordan GrayMartin Willis. Copyright: BCG
Best Person
Martin Willis (Objectively Funny)More information on the 2022 awards
2019 results
The Comedians' Choice Awards 2019. Joz Norris
Best Show
Joz Norris: Mr Fruit SaladThe Comedians' Choice Awards 2019. Laura Lexx
Best Performer
Laura LexxThe Comedians' Choice Awards 2019. Brian Dobie
Best Person
Brian Dobie (Pear Tree / Counting House / 32Below)More information on the 2019 awards
2018 results
Image shows from L to R: Paul Currie, Lou Sanders
Best Show
Paul Currie and Lou SandersLaura Lexx
Best Performer
Laura LexxAlex Petty
Best Person
Alex Petty (Free Festival)More information on the 2018 awards
2017 results
Mat Ewins Presents Adventureman 7: The Return of Adventureman. Mat Ewins
Best Show
Mat Ewins - Adventureman 7Rob Kemp: The Elvis Dead. Rob Kemp. Copyright: Peril Design / Copyright Splash Photography
Best Performer
Rob KempBob Slayer: Whatever Next?. Bob Slayer
Best Person
Bob Slayer (Heroes of the Fringe)More information on the 2017 awards
2016 results
Mat Ewins: Mat Ewins Will Make You a Star. Mat Ewins
Best Show
Mat Ewins: Mat Ewins will make you a starLolly 2. Lolly Adefope
Best Performer
Lolly AdefopeBob Slayer: 24 Hour Shows. Bob Slayer
Best Person
Bob Slayer (Heroes of the Fringe)2015 results
Spencer Jones is The Herbert in Proper Job. Spencer Jones
Best Show
The Herbert in Proper Job - Spencer JonesSpencer Jones is The Herbert in Proper Job. Spencer Jones
Best Performer
Spencer JonesMichael Legge: Tell it Like it is, Steve. Michael Legge
Best Person
Michael Legge2014 results
Bec Hill in... Ellipsis. Bec Hill. Copyright: BBC
Best Show
Bec Hill: EllipsisWill Franken: The Stuff They Put In Sleep. Will Franken. Copyright: BBC / Phil McIntyre Entertainment
Best Performer
Will FrankenImage shows from L to R: Bob Slayer, Peter Buckley Hill