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Get a first look at some of the biggest names in comedy before they take the stage at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The British serial jokester and Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Glenn Moore is no stranger to TV with major appearances across a wide range of notable shows including Live At The Apollo (BBC), Have I Got News For You (BBC), Mock The Week (BBC) and 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown (Channel 4). Cecily Hitchcock certainly knows how to allure the crowd and win them over with captivating comedy. Her initial performance hour will begin with her reminiscing about her early 2000s childhood in Britain telling the story in a more whimsical and playful way.

Get a first look at some of the biggest names in comedy before they take the stage at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Matt Forde dabbles into the realms of comedy, writing, presenting and entertaining others through brilliant impressions. Political jokes and satire are at the forefront of his comedic specialty. Just 12 months following a spinal removal surgery Matt went onto announce one of his most monumental stand-up shows The End of An Era Tour prior to a month long presence at Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2024. Rory Cargill is a known master of the detailed art of silly storytelling and crafting visual extravaganzas. The repertoire of skills goes on from writing, performing, acting and producing films. He adapts well to character personas and is gifted at delivering parody both live and in film.

Get a first look at some of the biggest names in comedy before they take the stage at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. British comedian Ahir Shah is well known for his quick witted, intellectual take on stand-up comedy intertwined with interesting political and philosophical quips. Ahir is no stranger to TV, appearing frequently on popular shows such as Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You, QI, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and Frankie Boyle’s New World Order, Mock the Week. The versatile stand-up comedian Pierre Novellie’s talents vary widely from undeniably spreading laughter to writing, podcasting and doing radio. His analytical flair on observational comedy is one of the qualities that he is well recognised for.

Young Wart dreams of becoming a squire, while his childhood friend Morgan sets her sights on fame and fortune. On the way to the Tournament in London, they meet a host of colourful characters who guide them through adventures and teach them lasting lessons about friendship, courage, and finding their way in the world. ... lashings of audience participation. - Eastern Daily Press a quintessential experience. Broadway Baby Come dressed as a character from the show! Knight, Lady, Princess, Townsfolk, King, Queen. This show is suitable for all ages. The performance starts at 3.00pm and the gates will be open from 2.00pm. Bring a picnic, low-backed chair or rug and dress for the weather. Caf on-site will be open. The performance will last 1hr 50 mins plus a 20 minutes (45 minutes into the show) minute interval. Please bring a blanket, rug or low backed chair and come dressed for the great British weather including sun protection if it is hot. All tickets are non-returnable and non-refundable, unless we have to cancel due to dangerous weather or force majeure.