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Monkey Barrel Comedy

Monkey Barrel Comedy, 9-12 Blair Street, Edinburgh EH1 1QR
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Monkey Barrel Comedy is a theatre in Scotland.

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Review: THE PRIME OF MISS JEAN BRODIE, Citizens Theatre

Review: THE PRIME OF MISS JEAN BRODIE, Citizens Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 22, 2026

In an adaptation by David Harrower, which sharpens the knives of Spark’s extraordinary work, and with a cast lead by Gayle Rankin (GLOW, House of The Dragon), this visceral production looks head on at our enduring moral fascination with such a beguiling and dangerous character.…

Review: THE SEVEN WITCHES OF TORRYBURN, Cottiers

Review: THE SEVEN WITCHES OF TORRYBURN, Cottiers

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 20, 2026

In 17th Century Torryburn, as the Scottish Witch Trials reach a fevered peak, seven ordinary women are accused of the unthinkable. It’s 1666 and as fear turns neighbour against neighbour, the seven women must risk everything to defend themselves. The Seven Witches of Torryburn is a stark, lyrical …

Review: SYLVIA, Festival Theatre

Review: SYLVIA, Festival Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 15, 2026

Powerhouse talent Beverley Knight (Sister Act, The Drifters Girl, Memphis The Musical) will reprise her Olivier award winning role as Emmeline Pankhurst, alongside Naomi Katiyo (Hamilton, Just For One Day: The Live Aid Musical) as Sylvia Pankhurst. Book now for this revolutionary, uplifting musical …

Review: JOHN BARROWMAN: MY LIFE IN MUSICALS, Pavilion Theatre

Review: JOHN BARROWMAN: MY LIFE IN MUSICALS, Pavilion Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 12, 2026

With a career spanning over three decades on stage and screen, John has played an astonishing 22 leading male roles across the West End and Broadway. From Sunset Boulevard to Chicago, Anything Goes to La Cage Aux Folles, Phantom of the Opera to Miss Saigon. Barrowman takes centre stage bringing his …

Review: TWO DOORS DOWN, OVO Hydro

Review: TWO DOORS DOWN, OVO Hydro

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 12, 2026

Beloved Scottish sitcom takes to the OVO Hydro arena for their first ever live shows.…

Review: THE ENCHANTED FOREST, Pitlochry

Review: THE ENCHANTED FOREST, Pitlochry

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 12, 2026

For 25 years, The Enchanted Forest has welcomed audiences to leave everyday life behind and immerse themselves in a world of imagination, wonder and shared experiences. This special anniversary Show offers visitors a chance to escape the pressures of the outside world and spend time in a place where…

Review: WAITRESS, King's Theatre

Review: WAITRESS, King's Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 6, 2026

Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life. When a hot new doctor arrives in town, life gets complicated. With the support of her workmates Becky and Dawn, Jenna overcomes the challenges she faces and finds that laughter, love and friendship can provide the …

Review: FUTURE ACTS, National Theatre of Scotland

Review: FUTURE ACTS, National Theatre of Scotland

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 5, 2026

National Theatre of Scotland has joined forces once more with BBC Scotland to create a special hybrid project focused on the future, created by a team of leading Scottish theatre-makers, filmmakers, actors and artists.…

Review: DO NOT PASS GO, Platform Glasgow

Review: DO NOT PASS GO, Platform Glasgow

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 4, 2026

Award-winning theatre company Jordan & Skinner bring their original and irreverent style of physical theatre and comedy to this epic story of women, games and money. All performances are performed in BSL and English.…

Review: TRISTAN & YSEULT, Citizens Theatre

Review: TRISTAN & YSEULT, Citizens Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue · October 4, 2026

Experience the original, critically acclaimed production of Tristan & Yseult – one of the most influential theatre productions of the 21st century. Adapted and directed by Emma Rice, this iconic show returns to the UK for the first time in ten years, offering a rare chance to encounter a modern ma…

Past Shows

187 total · showing 11–20

Steve Bugeja: Self Doubt (I Think)

Steve Bugeja: Self Doubt (I Think)

Jun 13

The creator and star of ITV2's hit sitcom, Buffering, is back on the road following a sell-out 2022 tour and a critically acclaimed run at the 2023 Edinburgh fringe festival. He's appeared on Stand Up Central (Comedy Central), Zoe Ball On Sunday (ITV), Love Island: Aftersun...

Vittorio Angelone: Work In Progress

Vittorio Angelone: Work In Progress

Jun 7

Vittorio Angelone previews a work in progress of his brand new show ahead of the Fringe. Dave Comedy Awards Best Newcomer Nominee 2022. As seen/heard on BBC One, Channel 4, TVI Podcast, and Have A Word Podcast. 'Just wow' – ½ – Chortle Friday 7th June 2024 20:00 (60min) - MB1 £7...

Luisa Omielan: Bitter (Special Live Recording)

Luisa Omielan: Bitter (Special Live Recording)

May 30

"So you know how like the world doesn’t make any fucking sense. And working hard and doing the right thing no longer seems to cut it. In fact anyone who is in power, seems to be either a self serving, egotistical maniac, or has the moral backbone of a flaccid wet fish. Is it any...

Lou Conran: Tangent

Lou Conran: Tangent

May 16

Award-winning comedian Lou Conran embarks on her first mini tour around the UK. Comedy is a serious business these days, and you absolutely won’t find that here. With a mind that ricochets more than a drunk at a wedding, this show is full of stories, and silliness, most of it...

Adam Flood: Remoulded

Adam Flood: Remoulded

Mar 16

Adam Flood: Remoulded The Times - Top 3 Rising Stars of the Fringe British Comedy Guide Top Picks of The Fringe “Quote” - Ivo Graham ‘Ay up ducks, it’s me (fella doing the show). It’s a stand-up odyssey about reinvention with a few tricks up its sleeve*, so get on...

Vittorio Angelone: Who Do You Think You Are? I Am!

Vittorio Angelone: Who Do You Think You Are? I Am!

Mar 11 – Mar 12, 2024

Viral sensation and all round great guy Vittorio Angelone is one of comedy’s fastest-rising stars. Having started comedy in 2018 he has already cultivated a huge online following from stand-up clips and podcasts, regularly amassing millions of views on various platforms. As well...

Sam Campbell: Wobservations

Sam Campbell: Wobservations

Mar 6 – Mar 10, 2024

Basically, we keep him in a metal crate. Once everyone is settled and the house lights go down, we will let him loose on to the stage. It is our understanding that his comedy moments will DAZZLE you. His prefrontal cortex is larger than you might expect. When he’s done/empty we...

Amy Matthews: I Feel Like I'm Made of Spiders

Amy Matthews: I Feel Like I'm Made of Spiders

Feb 25

Amy spins a sparkling web of comedy magic between the two states she finds herself caught between - stability and restlessness. She swings between the unbridled joy in the freedom that everything can change and the crawling anxiety that nothing is certain. This is a show about...

Ian Smith: Crushing

Ian Smith: Crushing

Feb 24

Critically acclaimed, multi-award winning comedian Ian Smith presents his brand new solo show fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe. It's a show about stress, teeth, love and going to Slovakia with your hairdresser to drive over a car with a tank - four universal themes we can all...

Alexandra Haddow: Not My Finest Hour

Alexandra Haddow: Not My Finest Hour

Feb 17

What's the worst thing you've ever done? Alex has done a lot of things the way she wasn't supposed to; relationships, sex, feminism, kids, saying sorry. The only thing she's gotten right was writing a show about it. And losing her virginity. Fresh from a smash hit, extended...

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