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Iain Connell

Iain Connell

  • 47 years old
  • Scottish
  • Actor, writer and executive producer

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The best shows at the 2016 Edinburgh Fringe

The magic is about to start again and it's time for your annual menu of events from Punchline. It includes some discoveries since last year as well as some classics. No doubt this year's discoveries will become classics by next year...

Punchline UK, 28th July 2016

10 of the best comedy acts to see at the Fringe

If you're looking for something to tickle your funny bone at this year's Fringe festival, here are some must-see acts that are guaranteed to leave you in stitches.

Nina Glencross, Daily Record, 28th July 2016

My comedy hero: Burnistoun duo pick their faves

The pair pick John Candy and Vic & Bob.

Brian Donaldson, The List, 20th July 2016

Video: JK Rowling to appear at Fringe with Burnistoun

Robert Florence and Iain Connell reveal that the Harry Potter author will be in their Fringe show.

Ewen Cameron, STV, 5th July 2016

Best comedy shows at Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2016

What to find the biggest laughs, from Daniel Kitson at The Stand to James Acaster at Pleasance Courtyard

Brian Donaldson, The List, 1st July 2016

BWW Q&A - Iain Connell of Burnistoun

BWW speaks to Iain Connell of Burnistoun ahead of his run at the 2016 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 1st July 2016

Fringe 2016: comedy shows that should deliver

The fringe lineup is out: try Robert Newman's Brain Show, Josie Long's investigations and Michelle Wolf, one of Chris Rock's Oscars speechwriters.

Brian Logan, The Guardian, 10th June 2016

Robert Florence & Iain Connell: Uncles - review

Almost nothing was revealed in advance about this new show from Burnistoun creators Robert Florence and Iain Connell, yet Uncles greatly surpasses the expectations of mere work-in-progress.

Jay Richardson, Chortle, 17th March 2016

Ha Ha Hamilton unveil acts for 2015 comedy festival

Performances from Des Clarke, Robert Florence, Iain Connell, Greg McHugh, Sanjeev Kohli, Michael Redmond, Jane Godley and Tom Stade.

Robert Mitchell, Daily Record, 30th July 2015

Interview: Burnistoun boys Florence and Connell

Burnistoun boys Robert Florence and Iain Connell are back with characters both old and new.

Jay Richardson, The List, 5th June 2015

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