Event Directory

Stuart Laws: Has To Be Joking?
Stuart Laws: Has To Be Joking?

He's back baby, fresh from a critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Fringe. It’s funny, it’s real, it’s immaculately structured and it’s a chance to see a comedian at the top of his game.


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Hannah Platt: Defence Mechanism
Hannah Platt: Defence Mechanism

In this multi-award-nominated debut, Hannah unravels her frank and acerbic world view - and after a diagnosis of body dysmorphia, how the world looks back at her. ★★★★ The Scotsman


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Rosco McClelland: Sudden Death
Rosco McClelland: Sudden Death

Join Rosco as he navigates highs and lows of life, death and a penchant for edibles, all while grappling with the ultimate game-changer: a potentially fatal heart condition. ★★★★ Scotsman


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Abigoliah Schamaun: Legally Cheeky
Abigoliah Schamaun: Legally Cheeky

Legally Cheeky charts Abigoliah Schamaun’s journey in a heart-warming tale of highs, lows, twists & turns as she recounts the year that shook her and her partner Tom to the core. ★★★★★ The Wee Review


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

The Improv Show
The Improv Show

Monkey Barrel Comedy’s monthly improv show! A spectacular variety night showcasing the very best of Scotland’s improv comedy talent.


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Matt Richardson: Brash
Matt Richardson: Brash

Attempting to navigate a world of mate’s kids, mortgages and village life is proving a challenge for the guy who can't resist causing a scene. ‘High wattage stand-up’ The Guardian


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Lou Conran: GOOCH
Lou Conran: GOOCH

After a UK sell out run in 2024, and New Zealand in 2025, award winning comedian, Lou Conran, returns with her new show “Gooch”.


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Paddy Raff: Here’s One For Ya!
Paddy Raff: Here’s One For Ya!

Paddy Raff is hitting the road again in 2025 following the success of his last show, the biggest selling NI stand-up comedy tour of 2024 seen by a whopping 15,000+ people!


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Amy Annette: Thick Skin
Amy Annette: Thick Skin

Fresh from a SOLD-OUT RUN at the Edinburgh Fringe, Amy Annette’s debut show ‘THICK SKIN’ is on tour. “An insanely relatable hour of comedy” ★★★★ Lost in Theatreland


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Lauren Pattison: Big Girl Pants
Lauren Pattison: Big Girl Pants

Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Lauren Pattison is back with a brand-new show. ★★★★★ 'A breath of feisty fresh air' The Herald


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

John Tothill: Thank God This Lasts Forever
John Tothill: Thank God This Lasts Forever

The critically-acclaimed John Tothill brings his fantastic new show on his debut UK tour. ‘One of the funniest hours of stand-up at this year’s Fringe’ ★★★★★ Telegraph


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Mark McCarney: No Better Man
Mark McCarney: No Better Man

Mark’s show takes audiences on a laugh-out-loud journey through the quirks of family, community, and the strange realities of modern living.


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Patrick Spicer: Absolutely
Patrick Spicer: Absolutely

Following multiple sold-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe, and the release of his comedy special, his new show is a riotous mix of the comical and the candid. “Comedy masterclass” - Mumble Comedy


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Harry Stachini: Grenade
Harry Stachini: Grenade

Stachini serves up an hour of relatable, honest, and hilarious stand-up, shining a light on the Grenades we all carry. 'Modern observational storytelling at its best' - On The Mic


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Horatio Gould: Return Of The Space Cowboy
Horatio Gould: Return Of The Space Cowboy

Following his sell-out debut show, viral sensation Horatio Gould brings his much-anticipated sophomore show, Return of the Space Cowboy, on the road. The Skinny ★★★★


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Ed Night: The Plunge
Ed Night: The Plunge

Ed Night returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy. As seen and heard on Comedy Central, ITV2, and BBC Radio 4. Best reviewed shows of Edinburgh Fringe 2024. ★★★★★ - The Wee Review


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Dean T Beirne: Fated to Pretend (Work in Progress)
Dean T Beirne: Fated to Pretend (Work in Progress)

Finalist for the BBC New Comedy Awards 2023 and star of Rosie Jones’ Comedy Disability Extravaganza, presents his debut, “Fated to Pretend.” “So likable and funny, a future star.” - Larry Dean


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

John Meagher: Big Year
John Meagher: Big Year

Directed by comedy sensation Vittorio Angelone; “Big Year” was one of the breakout shows of the Edinburgh Fringe 2024, receiving critical acclaim and playing to sold out crowds. Daily Express: 4 stars


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Sarah Roberts: Silkworm
Sarah Roberts: Silkworm

The world's youngest, smallest, most normal comedian is bringing her acclaimed debut show to Monkey Barrel! "An ode to womanhood" ★★★★★ EdFringe Review


Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Stephen Buchanan: Work in Progress
Stephen Buchanan: Work in Progress

Come and see Stephen Buchanan work out his new show for the Edinburgh Fringe for half the price. ‘Skilful, personal and pitch perfect stand-up ★★★★★’ The Wee Review


Edinburgh, United Kingdom