Sunday July 20th 2025
Lachlan Werner. Photo by David Pickens
Written by Midlothian View Reporter, Liam Eunson
Lachlan Werner: WonderTwunk
Pleasance Dome (10Dome) at 9:50pm, 30th July – 24th August (not 11th August)
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/lachlan-werner-wondertwunk
The Twunk: head of a twink, body of a hunk. Behind this curtain lies a modern model of manhood.
Lachlan Werner (“Hilarious. Extraordinary ventriloquist” Guardian) invites you to roll up and step this way for a new show so strong, it’s dangerous. Jack Hammer is the strongest boy in the world. He can lift a ten tonne truck and crush the strongest steel. Just don’t get too close. His management says you can look, but you can’t touch. Following his sell-out cult-hit horror debut, Voices Of Evil, Lachlan Werner welcomes you into a circus ring of stunts, sea-lions, sci-fi, secrets and minimal lip movement…
Ada & Bron: The Origin of Love
Pleasance Courtyard (Attic) at 11pm, 30th July – 24 August (except 13th August)
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/ada-and-bron-the-origin-of-love
Newcomers Ada & Bron invite you to third-wheel an unmissable hour of weirdo soulmates and ‘hilarious doomed romances’ (Chortle). Debauchery, live music and cuckolding to the eleventh degree, THE ORIGIN OF LOVE is a spectacle for lovers of the strange, stupid and sexy. A cursed couple’s character comedy from the creators of Channel 4’s BAFTA nominated ‘PEAKED’. BAFTA nominated. As heard on BBC Radio 4’s ‘Time of The Week’ and one half Funny Women Comedy Short Winner 2021. ‘Beautifully tragicomic’ (Times) ‘Delightful oddballs’ (Chortle).
Ali Brice as Eric Meat. Photo by Matt Stronge
Ali Brice presents Eric Meat Gets the Chop
Carbon (Room 1) as part of the PBH Free Fringe at 5:30pm, 2nd – 24th August
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/ali-brice-presents-eric-meat-gets-the-chop
Eric Meat is back at the office he’s always called home this time as the UK’s oldest social media manager. After being made redundant again, he’s determined to prove he still belongs. Between awkward water cooler chats, pub trips to Honkers, and a looming performance appraisal, Eric’s loyalty is put to the ultimate test. Hilarious, heartfelt and absurd, this is a story about holding on, letting go, and navigating a world that’s moved on without you. A comedy filled with nostalgia, chaos and charm from one of the most inventive and unpredictable performers on the circuit.
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Andy Barr: The Hotly-Anticipated 4th Debut Hour from Rising Star, Andy Barr
Pleasance Courtyard (Cellar) at 8pm, 30th July – 24th August (except 13th August)
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/andy-barr-the-hotly-anticipated-4th-debut-hour-from-rising-star-andy-barr
Rising star, Andy Barr, forgot to debut – the show was written, but things get lost. Now, award-winning television comedian Andy Barr (London Live news, 2017) returns with his fourth debut hour! A show, formerly about grief (but that got sorted out), now just knockout gags, puns, pints, bitter recriminations and excoriating social critique.
Edy Hurst’s Wonderfull Discoverie of Witches in the Countie of Himself
Assembly Roxy (Downstairs) at 2:20pm, 30th July – 24th August (except 5th, 6th & 7th August)
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/edy-hurst-s-wonderfull-discoverie-of-witches-in-the-countie-of-himself
Startling revelations about Edy Hurst’s (‘bursts with comedic joy’ (Skinny)) relations have set him on a vision quest to contact his ancestors. But around every corner there echoes the siren call of the Vengaboys. What’s all that about? ‘A fine example of neurodiversity in action’ (Scotsman). ‘A delightfully witchy adventure’ (Young-Perspective.net). Commissioned by Developed With Lowry. Supported by Arts Council England.
Joz Norris. Photo by Oliver Holms
Joz Norris: You Wait. Time Passes.
Pleasance Dome (10Dome) at 7:10pm, 30th July – 24th August (not 13th August)
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/joz-norris-you-wait-time-passes
Comedians’ Choice Award winner (Best Show 2019) Joz Norris has finally completed his life’s work and he’s ready to unveil it to the world. But what exactly is it? And now that he’s done it, what will he do next? A new show about ambition, closure and moving on from the creator and star of BBC Radio 4’s The Dream Factory and A Small Talk On Small Talk. Malcolm Hardee Award for Comic Originality and Chortle Award for Best Variety Act nominee. “Really captures the spirit of creative Fringe comedy.” (Guardian).
Lil Wenker: Bangtail
Pleasance Courtyard Upstairs at 9:40pm, 30th – 10th August & 11pm, 14th-16th & 21st – 23rd August
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/lil-wenker-bangtail
Baddest. Cowboy. Texas. These are just a few words to describe the Baddest Cowboy in Texas. He roots ‘n’ toots ‘n’ roots, from the mightiest mountains to the sauciest saloons. But what happens when a Badder Cowboy-er Texas-er (AKA his nemesis) rides into town and steals his title? Bangtail is an epic tale of a man in search of his manhood. So saddle up for an hour of unbridled cowboy clown chaos as our hero journeys from the Wild West to the American office.
Rohan Sharma: Mad Dog
Pleasance Courtyard (Below) at 7:10pm, 30th July – 24th August (except 12th August)
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/rohan-sharma-mad-dog
Rohan Sharma is a British/Indian comedian who is/isn’t bringing his debut hour about his harrowing/comfortable upbringing to Edinburgh this year. He will talk about how he’s faced racism/no racism and will criticise/champion Britain and its checkered/flawless history, all from the perspective of a man whose brain has been corroded/nourished by modern society. The reigning Leicester Square New Comedian champion presents his hotly-anticipated debut, a fast-paced, multimedia odyssey. Come see truth become lies, lies become truth and the dog become mad. ‘Had the crowd roaring… ingenious’ (BeyondTheJoke.co.uk). ‘Very surreal and very funny’ (VoiceMag.uk)
Su Mi. Photo by Michael Julings
Su Mi: THISMOTHERPHUCKER
Underbelly Cowgate (Iron Belly) at 6:40pm, 31st July – 24th August (except 12th & 19th)
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/su-mi-thismotherphucker
THISMOTHERPHUCKER is a public nuisance. A dysfunctional anti-clown whose only mission is to destroy ego. Award-winning stand-up and drag performance artist Su Mi presents their debut show: An immersive surreal experience working to resurrect every nostalgic moment left forgotten and heal the inner child. Seeking to destroy archaic stereotypes and challenge the narrative of comedy, whilst navigating a predominantly white CIS space. BBC New Comedian of the Year Nominee, Finalist of Funny Women Awards, Musical Comedy Awards and TOP OF THE SLOPS Drag superstar. ‘Star comedic quality, difficult to craft’ Funny Women, ‘A hugely entertaining force of nature’ Chortle.
Ted Milligan: United – Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Three) at 9.45pm, 30th July – 24th August (except 11th)
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/ted-milligan-united
The town of Crubchester has fallen on hard times and is outside the football league, this live mockumentary tracks their attempt to regain their position in the 92. Having been purchased by a 6 year old billionaire and with a no-nonsense manager, can they do it? UNITED is a hilarious look at a fictional football club set in a fictional town with very real fans. Inspired by Sunderland ‘Til I Die and Ted Milligan’s own journeys around the country supporting Plymouth Argyle, this is a show that reflects the true feeling of the ultimately
pointless endeavour of passionately supporting a football club. Directed by Martin Willis, of Gay Witch Sex Cult, This is the highly anticipated character comedy debut from Sketch Off Winner, and “comedian you should be watching” (LMAOnaise), Ted Milligan.
The Mayor and his Daughter: A Genuine Appreciation of Comedy – Assembly Roxy (Snug Bar) at 4:10pm, 30th July – 24th August (except 12th)
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/the-mayor-and-his-daughter-a-genuine-appreciation-of-comedy
The Mayor and his Daughter are in crisis. The soul of their beloved village is in tatters, besieged by the demonic forces of modern Britain. But there’s a light in the darkness; when they discover a sacred tome – a boxset of Russell Howard’s Good News (Series 2) – they make it their mission to repair their fractured community with laughter, by performing a genuine appreciation of comedy. Think The Krankies crossed with The Wicker Man. Nominated for Best Debut at Leicester Comedy Festival 2025.
Abby Wambaugh: The First 3 Minutes of 17 Shows
Pleasance Courtyard (Upstairs) at 8:20pm, 12th-25th August
https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/abby-wambaugh-the-first-3-minutes-of-17-shows
Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer Nominee?and?ISH Awards Best Newcomer Winner, Abby Wambaugh, returns with her critically-acclaimed debut show before it transfers to New York, Off-Broadway this Autumn. After waking up in the hospital following a late miscarriage, Abby – still high on anaesthesia – made an unexpected decision: to become a comedian. Now, Abby shares her 17 best ideas for her first show.
