You’re born alone, you die alone. That’s true enough. But what happened to that part in the middle? Big Year for Pad. SNL (UK, but still a big deal), a bunch of awards (hate bringing them up), and plenty of bit-parts to boot. But what’s it all about? I’ve fallen in love more times than you’ve had hot dinners and I’ve fumbled every single one of them. But I don’t even think about that shit anymore. Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominee in 2023. ***** (Rolling Stone). **** (Independent). **** (Chortle.co.uk).

From the writer of Jimmy, the totally sold-out, smash-hit, one-man show of Summerhall 2024 – '...solo shows are ten a penny at the Edinburgh Fringe, but this feels like one in a million' ***** (Telegraph) – comes the true story of Captain Matthew Webb, the first man to ever swim the English Channel. The bravery! The fortitude! The sheer outright insanity! It's time to remember this most humble of men, this Shopshire lad, whose extraordinary feat ought to be far more celebrated than it is. A man who died as he lived, chasing the impossible.

A darkly funny show about a boy from a picturesque German town who leaves it all behind to become an international fashion model. Armed with a need for approval, Mario dives headfirst into the modelling world, navigating the chaos of pseudo professional relationships, the European runway, and sketchy modelling gigs. Along the way, Mario faces unhealthy power dynamics, constant rejection, and significant sexual abuse within the industry. The show explores themes of self-love, the need for acceptance, and grappling with sexual trauma from a male perspective. It’s a story about being hot — and sad.

Eilidh Loan is a young Scottish writer. Her first play, Moorcroft was a true story based upon her dad's amateur football team, and opened to critical acclaim when she directed it at the Tron in Glasgow. Cathy is a new comedy inspired by her grandmother, and how she dealt with the grief in her unique way after losing her husband. Cathy, Eilidh's grandmother, insisted that Elaine C Smith must play her and so she is. Joining her will be Michele Gallager, Chloe Hodgson, Alan Orr and Sally Reid.

Don't miss Scotland's hilarious stand-up star's new show! His 2025 show sold out 12,000 tickets in Edinburgh alone, toured the UK, Australia and packed Glasgow's King's Theatre five times! 'Hilarious... he's fearless and it's wonderful!' ***** (Scotsman). 2024 and 2025 saw Connor touring two separate smash-hit shows worldwide (50+ UK shows, 35+ Australia-wide) with Off-Broadway runs in the Fringe Encore Series during New York's prestigious Comedy Festival. He's supported Daniel Sloss on three continents and released a comedy special on prestigious comedy label 800lb Gorilla. 'Brilliant... gags coming at you at a terrifying rate... Superb!' **** (List).

Two teenagers perform fake Bigfoot sightings in their Appalachian town, until a neighbour's dog turns up torn to pieces. Aside from sparking a panic that spirals out of their control, it forces them to question what might actually be terrorizing their under-resourced and already superstitious community. From 2022, 2023 and 2024 Fringe First award-winners and 'the Fringe's most dynamic theatrical duo' (Telegraph), Xhloe and Natasha, comes a Brechtian puppet show ripped in two about conspiracy, misdirection and seeing something with your own eyes.

Come From Away is based on the remarkable true story of an isolated community called Gander in Newfoundland, who played host to the world. What started as an average day in a small town turned into an international sleepover, when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to Gander’s airstrip on September 11, 2001. Undaunted by culture clashes and language barriers, the people of Gander cheered the stranded travellers with music, an open bar and the recognition that we’re all part of a global family.

Following a complete sell-out 2025 tour he's back! With over 200M views online, join the longest-running panelist from BBC Scotland’s Breaking the News, Stuart Mitchell. Be the first to hear his 'work of genius' (Daily Record) before anyone else. 'One of Scotland’s rising stars, Stuart Mitchell is a comedian worth catching before he becomes mega' (Sunday Mail). ***** (Daily Record).

You are the Head of Public Relations at MirrorMinds.ai, a company preparing for the launch of their newest product that allows anyone to create fake videos that look perfectly real. As sole audience member and active participant in this immersive theatrical experience, you will video chat with co-workers, investigate the materials in your office and argue for your own perspective on the appropriate use of AI. It's up to you to make this launch a success... or not. Part puzzle room, part quiet horror story.

Multi award-winning 'comic genius' (Scotsman) and the new star of Taskmaster (Channel 4), Phil Ellis returns to Edinburgh on his first full national stand-up tour. Following his three big award wins at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe, Phil, the very definition of funny bones, presents his show Bath Mat. Jam-packed with laugh-out-loud profound silliness, superbly crafted gags and constant surprises, Phil is bringing his Bath Mat to a city near you. ***** (Mirror). 'Every moment he is on stage something funny, and then funnier, is happening' ***** (Scotsman). ****½ (Chortle.co.uk).

BRUV. The break-out star of Taskmaster and Mr Bigstuff is donning her swaggest hijab and serving up her one-of-a-kind and award-winning stand-up. Expect strong language and stereotype smashing. As seen on Live At The Apollo, QI, The Last Leg, The Jonathan Ross Show and Donkey. As heard on Off Menu and Fatiha El-Ghorri’s A Match Made Inshallah for BBC Radio 4. Winner of Leicester Comedy Festival’s Best Debut Show Award. ‘You’re a funny c***, you are’ (Danny Dyer). ‘Fatiha El-Ghorri’s impeccable timings and tough-girl shtick add warmth, raunch and surprise’ (New York Times).

Mike Rice returns to the Fringe to test out new rotten ideas, stories and jokes. The material will touch on subjects ranging from adventures in Africa to dodgy medical procedures.

Sold out in 2025. Back by popular demand. A king. A traitor. A villain. Or was he? Richard III returns to confront the myths that condemned him, challenging Shakespeare’s version of events and putting history itself on trial. In this gripping one-man performance, fact clashes with legend as Richard defends his reign and questions who gets to decide the truth. Provocative, compelling and darkly entertaining, this show asks whether history judged the wrong man. As power, propaganda, legacy and reputation collide on stage, you must decide whether history lied.

Queens of Irish comedy, Deirdre O’Kane and Emma Doran, are bringing their hit podcast Keep It Tight on the road. Fresh from their weekly podcast success, Deirdre and Emma are hitting the stage to share their take on everything that’s delighted, bewildered or downright enraged them. Expect quick wit with no topic off limits – from the highest brow to the lowest pelvic floor! With their natural chemistry and razor-sharp humour, this is your chance to see two comedic powerhouses live and unfiltered.

A brand-new work-in-progress show from the star of Last One Laughing UK. Harriet’s life has been in constant chaos for as long as she can remember. So what happens when things start to go right for the multi-award winning stand-up comedian? As seen and heard on Live at the Apollo, Would I Lie to You?, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and co-host of the wildly successful Single Ladies In Your Area podcast. 'Extraordinarily talented' **** (Scotsman). 'Packs in high calibre jokes' **** (Guardian). 'A masterful hour' **** (Skinny). 'Effervescent' **** (EdFestMag.com).

Smash-hit Irish comedian, best-selling author and podcast host Emma Doran makes her Edinburgh Fringe debut with her latest stand-up show Emmaculate. The many trials and tribulations of Emma's blended family are laid bare in this rambunctious show, jam-packed with razor-sharp observations and conspiratorial gossipmongering. As seen and heard on No Worries If Not! (RTÉ 2), The Tommy Tiernan Show (RTÉ 1), LOL: Last One Laughing (Prime Video) The Late Late Show (RTÉ) and her podcast Keep it Tight with Deirdre O'Kane. 'You'd be mad to miss her' **** (Evening Standard). 'Wickedly funny' (Guardian).

Mowgli bounds through the jungle and learns what it means to be human. This production has a host of colourful characters and your favourite jumpin' beats from the film.

Brrr is a multi-sensory installation and dance performance for young audiences with complex needs aged 10-18. Set within an inflatable dome, Brrr is an immersive exploration of winter featuring dance, sound, video and lots and lots of snow! Created in collaboration with young people, the performance is tailored to meet the specific needs of each audience member, offering them the freedom to engage in their own way and at their own pace. The performance is suitable for those with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), Autistic and neurodivergent individuals, and wheelchair users or other mobility aid users. www.MadeInScotlandShowcase.com

Small talk is easily the most woefully misunderstood phenomenon. As the glue that keeps us together, it deserves more than it gets. I will give it everything I have. This is my ministry. Star of SNL UK. Winner of Best Newcomer at the 2025 Edinburgh Comedy Awards. Winner of NextUp’s Biggest Award in Comedy 2025. 'Her command, the confidence in her delivery and how she makes the whole room her own, is quite something' **** (Guardian). 'A mercurial talent... it takes your breath away' **** (Scotsman). 'Startlingly original' ***** (Chortle.co.uk). **** (Fest).

One of 'the world's top comedians' (Sunday Times) performs eight intimate work-in-progress shows.

Don’t miss Scotland’s hilarious stand-up star’s new show! His 2025 show sold out 12,000 tickets in Edinburgh alone, toured UK, Australia and packed five Glasgow Kings Theatres! ‘Hilarious… he's fearless and it's wonderful!’ ***** (Scotsman). 2024 and 2025 saw Connor touring two separate smash-hit shows worldwide (50+ UK shows, 35+ Australia-wide) with off-Broadway runs in the Fringe Encore Series during New York's prestigious Comedy Festival. He’s supported Daniel Sloss on 3 continents and released a comedy special on prestigious comedy label 800LB Gorilla. ‘Brilliant… gags coming at you at a terrifying rate… Superb!' **** (List).

Join Captain Jellybones on a swashbuckling, laugh-out-loud pirate adventure as he races to rescue Christina-Anne from the wicked Captain Skullduggery! With the help of Scallywag Sam, Dame Saucy Sally and you. Will good triumph and evil walk the plank? Set sail to a topsy-turvy time when pirates ruled the seas and surprises lurked around every corner. Packed with great songs, big energy and barrels of fun, this brand-new family show is perfect for little pirates at the 2026 Edinburgh Fringe!

'Even the smallest person can change the course of the future'. J.R.R Tolkien knows the power of little voices in big worlds. ETC presents Tolkien's iconic story fit for the whole family! From epic battles, to Middle-earth's fearsome creatures, to a band of merry travellers, this is The Hobbit like no other. Thrilling stage combat, awe-inspiring puppetry and original music will immerse audiences in an unexpected journey through Middle-earth. Brought to life by five-star group ETC known for adapting sell-out classic tales. Previous five-star and sell-out shows include Picture of Dorian Grey and Hound of the Baskervilles.