Flyering tips for introverts
23/08/2016 … After reading a few articles on how to flyer successfully, I ran out into the streets of Edinburgh like a driver who'd just finished their speeding awareness course…
Latest Opinions
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Tue 23 August 2016
Mon 22 August 2016
Revealed: The best jokes of the Edinburgh Fringe
22/08/2016 … The best jokes of the Edinburgh Fringe are lines that only make sense in context.
'My vagina gives me problems on stage'
Helen Duff on being a female clown
22/08/2016 … At the time of writing, I’m suffering from a cricked neck after simulating a full-body blow job-cum-Circle Of Life Lion King homage during my first gig at…
Sun 21 August 2016
© Keli Squires Taylor Can the over-70s cut it in comedy?
21/08/2016 … Is Edinburgh a young man’s game? Surely you jest! It takes an ‘alta caca’* to understand the human heart.
Fri 19 August 2016
A message from a comedian NOT in Edinburgh
Sonia Aste is doing just fine...
19/08/2016 … Over two weeks ago, most of my comedy colleagues left for Edinburgh.
Thu 18 August 2016
Are improvisers just too lazy to write?
Graham Dickson sticks up for his art
18/08/2016 … Two chairs.
Tue 16 August 2016
Sex and comedy... do they mix?
16/08/2016 … I’ve just rolled a condom onto a dildo, using my mouth.
Mon 15 August 2016
Compromise doesn't have to be a dirty word
Comedians should remember the show isn't all about them, says JoJo Bellini
15/08/2016 … Every time I want to date someone I invite them to my house and cook them a meal.