One principal argument which people offer for attending the Festival is that we get to see the most renowned comics, plus have the opportunity to watch the rising stars in stand-up before anyone else. My own experience begs to differ. The big-name comics' gigs usually sell out in advance of… more
Which might be the explanations that people provide to support their affirmation that the greatest opportunity to witness standup in Edinburgh is in the Fringe? One reason is the quantity of performances that are on. Rather than the usual number of comedy events, there are thousands during the Fringe. However… more
A lot of people think that the perfect occasion on which to catch stand up comedy in Scotland's capital is during the Festival each August. I'm one of those that disagree with that reasoning. Enjoy the fringe if you get the chance, but see beyond it as well. From time… more
What are the reasons which folk give to support their affirmation that the perfect opportunity to witness stand-ups in Edinburgh is in the Fringe? 1 reason is the number of gigs that are on. Rather than the standard selection of standup gigs, there are tons in the Festival. But my… more
Lots of folk think the best time to go and see stand up comedy in the capital of Scotland is during the Fringe every August. I'm in the minority that doesn't agree with this logic. Enjoy the fringe by all means, but expand your horizons. Once in a while the… more