Banshee Labyrinth – Banqueting Hall (No. 156)

As a lapsed Catholic obsessed with medieval history, Caitriona is convinced she has what it takes to become a saint. She'll show you how in an hour of graphs, religious guilt, and floating nuns. Chortle Student Comedy Award Winner 2022.

Katelyn locked herself in a basement years ago and has been performing to an audience of junk with faces drawn on ever since. When one of them starts speaking to her, the reality of her comfortable, but clearly flawed, life comes into focus. What's her next move? A comedy about being a performer,...

All-queer cabaret showcasing the saltiest temptations, to keep you hooked and wriggling with delight. Different every night: selections from comedy, poetry, music, drag... Hosted by Edinburgh's Queer as Punk aka poet Suky Goodfellow.

A love story told through powerhouse ballads, popular hits and original songs that explores what it means to find love and your voice.

Bowling alone chronicles the solitary journey of a man determined to bowl, at any cost. Be it with friends or frequently without them, Ben O'Sullivan simply must bowl, for the good of the sport and comedy itself. Prepare for a sneak peek into the storied history of bowling and the drama that resi...

Unconventional and Timeless Magic with Mind-Readings and above all, the incredible, almost absurd Act where two people are put into psychokinetic contact with each other! Very Ecclectic Comic Magic Show with Mentalism, Juggling and Clown acts.

The Mayor and His Daughter (not pictured — though we are writing this) are desperate to make it in show business. We do not want to upset anyone. Please don't be late. Leicester Square Sketch-Off Finalists. 'A genuinely original comedy aesthetic' -- Chortle

In the last few years, poet, performer and slam champion Jonathan Kinsman has lost two grandfathers, a great aunt, a cat and his sanity. Watch him try to process his mum's most comforting piece of advice: Try Not to Worry About It, Death Comes to Us All. Laugh with him, cry with him (but maybe tr...

Returning from last year's original (***** Lancaster Guardian), the search continues for the one quantifiable measurement capable of conquering our anxieties and convincing the world we are enough. Will Dean succeed, or will there always be a sequel?

Grief is an easy place to find, but a torturous one to leave. This show from Beth Macdonald (who astonished audiences with previous PBH FF shows Who Are Your People? & Something Wicked This Way Comes) shares a poetic way to access, accept and find the hope inside the darkest of griefs through hon...

Yes, I eat insects and arachnids. But a lunatic? Don't be absurd. I see the world far more clearly than you. After all, the Blood is the life… Follow the descent into madness of Dracula's disciple. Award-winning Corin Rhys Jones returns to the Fringe with his dark and disturbing solo show. ****...

SCREECH YOUR TRUTH! Spoken word performers from across the fringe will congregate to share weird words and wild ideas. Poetry, stories, rants and ridiculousness. Open mic slots available on the night.

Bowling alone chronicles the solitary journey of a man determined to bowl, at any cost. Be it with friends or frequently without them, Ben O'Sullivan simply must bowl, for the good of the sport and comedy itself. Prepare for a sneak peek into the storied history of bowling and the drama that resi...

Join talented improvisers for spontaneous comedy brilliance at The Big Friendly Improv Jam. Just show up and put your name in the hat to perform alongside hilarious performers, or just enjoy the show from the crowd. Prepare for laughter, creativity, and unforgettable moments. Don't miss the magic!

After her first ever year off Edfringe in 2023, Laurie Black is back by unpopular demand with her renowned Bad Luck Cabaret. Mingle with burlesque babes, cabaret queens and comedians in the late night dwellings of Voodoo Rooms. Dress for the end of the world, or the beginning of the next one. Bad...

The hilarious Welsh optimist returns to the Fringe, working through his latest identity crisis the only way he knows how - with 40 minutes of excellent free comedy. Show includes 10-minute support act.

Join talented improvisers for spontaneous comedy brilliance at The Big Friendly Improv Jam. Just show up and put your name in the hat to perform alongside hilarious performers, or just enjoy the show from the crowd. Prepare for laughter, creativity, and unforgettable moments. Don't miss the magic!

How many kisses is too many? And can I get more cos it's the end of the world? These Gaulier-trained clowns will have you sweating through your pants. 'Comic timing and choreography down to perfection' (ChrisOnTheatre)

Join talented improvisers for spontaneous comedy brilliance at The Big Friendly Improv Jam. Just show up and put your name in the hat to perform alongside hilarious performers, or just enjoy the show from the crowd. Prepare for laughter, creativity, and unforgettable moments. Don't miss the magic!

After her first ever year off Edfringe in 2023, Laurie Black is back by unpopular demand with her renowned Bad Luck Cabaret. Mingle with burlesque babes, cabaret queens and comedians in the late night dwellings of Voodoo Rooms. Dress for the end of the world, or the beginning of the next one. Bad...

The Lock-In: Poetry Slam comes to Edinburgh - join us in the dungeons of the Banshee Labyrinth for a show of fast-paced, speakeasy poetry. Variety slam formats to test out the best poets at the Fringe. Open-entry - poets: contact candlelightopenmic on instagram for details.

For 40 years he has lived alone in a basement. Now he is accepting visitors, at Midnight in the basement. 'Apocalyptic vision' ****(Scotsman). 'Bizarre' **** (BroadwayWorld.com). 'Gloriously ridiculous' ***** (ThreeWeeks). Winner: CLONG Biggest Idiot of Them All, 2023.

Judge's Pick - Melbourne Fringe "a beautifully chaotic and impeccably timed genius mess". You've been begging for a rapid cacophony of comedy. * @frequentshit * The instagram account followed by TENS of people, performed live for the very first time. How? Look, come find out. CONK CONK CONK CONK ...

With great height comes great responsibility! Join Francisco as he answers his higher calling and discovers what potential lies behind being blessed as a GIRAFFE! Expect gangly arms, a G-string and some very long legs put to the test as he tries to fulfil his clown dream, lend a helping hoof to h...

Ghosts! Join the West Canberra Ghost Club (WCGC) as we go looking for spooks! This walking tour will be our most ectoplasmic yet and is guaranteed to put the willies up you! Let's put the 'poo' back into 'spooky', as we scare the shit out of you with some ABSOLUTELY GENUINE GHOSTS! Also please br...

Judge's Pick - Melbourne Fringe "a beautifully chaotic and impeccably timed genius mess". You've been begging for a rapid cacophony of comedy. * @frequentshit * The instagram account followed by TENS of people, performed live for the very first time. How? Look, come find out. CONK CONK CONK CONK ...

The, late, live, and interactive clown game show where YOU get the chance to hit a piñata filled with cooked pasta in order to win eternal life. Now with sound effects! Also Terry Wogan is the devil. A new show from alternative-clown double act Harris Morris and Joe Smith.