Robin Ince. Copyright: Timothy Ginn
Robin Ince

Robin Ince

  • 55 years old
  • English
  • Writer, stand-up comedian, presenter and author

Press clippings

More names join the 2024 Chortle Comedy Book Festival

...from Carry On films to tips on writing stand-up and more.

Chortle, 16th February 2024

Laugharne Weekend line-up looks like strongest yet

On the comedy side the guests for the 2024 festival will include alternative stand-up legend Alexei Sayle, Confessions star Robin Askwith, Welsh comic Kiri Pritchard-McLean and festival regulars Isy Suttie and Robin Ince.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 18th October 2023

'I almost died. Just kidding! I only broke my leg': comedians share their Edinburgh fringe horror stories

'I almost died. Just kidding! I only broke my leg': comedians share their Edinburgh fringe horror stories. The fringe can take its toll, but it's all good material, right? Whether it's pukey kisses, sleeping through a gig, or politician-induced paranoia, Ed Byrne, Paul Sinha, Olga Koch et al have lived to tell the tale. Plus! Ten shows to see this year.

The Guardian, 5th August 2023

Edinburgh Fringe should be affordable for all - acts and audience alike

The Edinburgh Fringe once gave aspiring comedians a valuable crash course in their craft, now it's financially out of reach for many.

Robin Ince, The Big Issue, 2nd August 2023

Interview - Robin Ince

Ahead of this years festival we spoke to the wonderful Robin Ince, who tells us about his history with the Fringe, what to expect from his two shows this year and the (very good) reason why Brian Cox has told him not to mess with time.

David Cox, DarkChat, 26th July 2023

Robin Ince picks his Perfect Playlist of comedy favourites

"Rik Mayall is a constant reminder to never give less than everything".

Chortle, 23rd July 2023

Robin Ince interview

"I have been preparing myself for a possible melon shortage as much has changed since my last melon onslaught in 2004".

Caroline Whitham, Edinburgh Festivals, 17th July 2023

EdFringe Talk: Robin Ince - Weapons of Empathy

"I want this to be a show of happiness and curiosity and delight."

Dan Lentell, Get Your Coats On, 11th July 2023

EdFringe Talk: Robin Ince - MELONS: A Love Letter to Stand-Up Comedy

"It was in 2004 that, while punching a melon, I realised the direction I should be going in and that has led to a Rose d'or, a Sony Gold AND two wins on Pointless Celebrities."

Dan Lentell, Get Your Coats On, 10th July 2023