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EDINBURGH 2025: Review: KRYSTAL EVANS- A STAR IS BURNT, Monkey Barrel

Krystal Evans: A Star Is Burnt runs at Edfringe until 24 August

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Krystal Evans is an Edinburgh-based comedian, originally from Washington State. If you missed her show The Hottest Girl at Burn Camp last year, there’s a handy recap at the start.

After a chaotic childhood where her house burned down and a few months later her mother got them into a near-fatal car accident, Krystal started working in hospitality. This show is about her move from hospitality to standup comedy with plenty of fun anecdotes (and some references to A Star Is Born).

A real highlight of the show is the stories she tells about working in a private members' club in New York. Its unpredictable and shocking and her ironic delivery makes it all the funnier. 

Having worked in hospitality in the US and UK she compares attitudes of the overly positive Americans and the not-so-optimistic Brits. It’s a lighter show than last year but there’s a sneak peek into what might be in store for Fringe 2026. 

A Star Is Burnt is a well-crafted hour of comedy from a hugely likable act.



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