Theo lies on a mattress in a large body of water. He is wearing a suit and has a rose inbetween his teeth.

Comedy

Theo Mason Wood: Legalise Kissing

Writer for Netlfix’s The Gentlemen, Berlin based comedian Theo Mason Wood is coming to the UK for his first solo show. A genre-defying mix of stand-up, techno, and clowning. Created in the smoke filled basements of Berlin’s bars, Theo performs surreal stories about love and loss over swirling synthesisers and electronic beats. He is coming to Edinburgh with only one goal in mind: to Legalise Kissing. 

30 July - 24 August 2025, 10:00 pm

Underbelly Bristo Square

A smiling person in a Giraffe costume, in front of a yellow Giraffe patterned background.

Comedy

Francisco de Nata

Step into the joyful and absurd world of Francisco de Nata – A giraffe. In a G-string. With a job to do. In this non-verbal clown show featuring audience interaction, puppetry and yes, a very special Portuguese custard tart, Francisco invites you on a playful journey where nonsense, vulnerability and wonder take centre stage. Tasked with painting a ceiling, his world soon unravels into beautiful chaos, but as the clock ticks and the paint dries, a tender and ridiculous story unfolds about this giraffe's love for his Avó (grandma). Will it come together before time runs out?

30 July - 24 August 2025, 10:15 pm

Underbelly Bristo Square

A man with a mustache and a brown cardigan stands in profile lit by a dramatic yellow beam, with his hands raised near his chest.

Comedy

"Be Good!" with Paulette

Paulette stumbles into a theatre full of the most people he's ever seen, and he doesn't know whether to panic or mingle. Sporting a brown sweater and a hot-off-the-fist black eye, he approaches the stage armed with nothing but an arsenal of pleasantries, a pocketful of charm and a monumental fear of rejection. American clown Daniel Maseda makes his solo debut with this evening of small talk madness that can't help but be different every night. One thing's for certain: this show is for anyone who wants to scream at a polite person.

30 July - 24 August 2025, 10:15 pm

Underbelly Bristo Square

Tim Reeves holds his hands behind his head and looks into the camera. There is a green background with the show title above Tim in pink font.

Comedy

Tim Reeves: Give This A Miss

2024 Malcolm Hardee Award-nominated stand-up Tim Reeves reluctantly brings a new hour of surreal nonsense about hairdresser secrets, ambulances and egg. Runner-Up: Best Alt Act - 2024 Late Stage Leicester Comedy Awards. 

30 July - 24 August 2025, 10:20 pm

Underbelly George Square

Two people look surprised and fearful as yellow banana peels fall around them against a dark background. One wears glasses and a hat, the other has curly hair and an open mouth.

Comedy

A Night of Drama

People of Edinburgh: grab a peel. Join the rebellion and prepare to cry so hard you accidentally laugh. Watch a prolific director guide a company of comedians through his dramatic masterpiece, as you shower them with bottomless banana peels!* Have you ever suffered at the hands of theatre, yet felt obligated to join in endless ovations and applause? A Night of Drama does not want your pity! If the director fails to deliver a dramatic show, peel him without mercy. But if he succeeds, you will cry and theatre shall live another day. *Peels provided.

31 July - 24 August 2025, 10:00 pm

Underbelly Cowgate

The show's mascot Mr Chicken poses in front of a white background, with the words BATSU! emblazoned in red across the image.

Comedy

BATSU! Cowgate

Edinburgh, are you ready? Warriors, are you ready? Created in New York and Chicago, BATSU! returns to the Fringe after a wildly successful, sold-out 2024 run. This high-energy, spectacle pits fearless comedians against each other as they compete to avoid hilarious, jaw-dropping punishments.  Inspired by Japanese-style game shows, expect the unexpected in this late-night Fringe hit. With visits from Sake Ninjas to shocking twists like paintball guns, electric shocks, and even a giant chicken - don’t miss the chaos, the laughter and the unforgettable madness that is BATSU! - the wildest show at the Fringe CLICK HERE for more BATSU! shows in George Square. 

31 July - 23 August 2025, 10:45 pm

Underbelly Cowgate

A starry night sky with the title Outback Comedy

Comedy

Outback Comedy

Don't miss out on all Aussie late-night laughs at Outback Comedy! Catch the best and brightest stand-up comedians on the Australian circuit in one place. With a new line-up each night, you're guaranteed a dose of our famous laid-back, self-deprecating humour. Who doesn't love a laugh with a room full of Aussies? Grab your tickets now as they're sure to sell out and join us for a ripper night! For line-up announcements follow @brightsidepresents.

31 July - 23 August 2025, 10:55 pm

Underbelly Bristo Square

The backdrop is purple curtains and candles with Jon Gracey in a dramatic Storyteller pose in the foreground

Comedy

Blood on the Clocktower: Live

Following a sell-out 2024 run, the award-winning social deduction game Blood on the Clocktower returns to EdFringe as a live comedy show. Hosted by Jon Gracey (Werewolf: Live, No Rolls Barred) and featuring a revolving cast of comedians, Blood on the Clocktower: Live is a night of gothic chaos and carnage. Will the townsfolk of Ravenswood Bluff finally destroy the demon – or will they only destroy each other?

12 - 24 August 2025, 10:00 pm

Underbelly Bristo Square

Comedy

Kyla Cobbler: Gone Rogue - EXTRA PERFORMANCE

Kyla Cobbler is taking the world of comedy by storm. The Cork native and Barcelona resident,with a 300,00Instagram following, has had a whirlwind time of late, selling out iconic venues across Ireland and the UK. Kyla brings freshness to the scene through her her unique connection to the audience. Her honest, blunt and deep storytelling style combined with her powerful energy on stage, have made her the big new talent you really don’t want to miss. See Kyla's other shows here.

15 August 2025, 10:00 pm

Underbelly Bristo Square