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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

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Morgan Rees: RoboTop (WIP)

Morgan Rees: RoboTop (WIP)

Oct 7

After his hit debut hour and sold out national tour of ‘Bi & Large’, Welsh comedian Morgan Rees brings us his hilarious work-in-progress hour, RoboTop. This is a show about reconfiguring and queer joy. Turning 30 petrifies most people, but Morgan high 5’ed it as it went past...

Paul Foot: Dissolve

Paul Foot: Dissolve

Oct 7

Plosive Live presents... Paul Foot: Dissolve Life is a stress: full of rushed breakfasts, angry people, internal conflict, and Jacob Rees-Mogg. But what happens when everything you thought was important – your problems, grievances against others, your very identity – simply...

Colin Geddis: OVERKILL

Colin Geddis: OVERKILL

Sep 19

Colin Geddis Brings his 2023 tour show 'OVERKILL' to Edinburgh's Monkey Barrel Comedy! Colin Geddis is a stand-up comedian and podcaster from Northern Ireland. Colin is one of the most in demand comedians in Ireland and regularly headlines all across the UK, selling out shows in...

Ben Pope: Holy Cow

Ben Pope: Holy Cow

Sep 16

Ben Pope - "a total delight" (Fest) - is bored of small talk. So here it is! A show about The Big Stuff: God, death, love, the galaxy and, most of all, chocolate. What happens after you die? What’s God up to? Is love forever? Why do people like stargazing when it’s so...

The Edinburgh Revue Show

The Edinburgh Revue Show

Sep 12

The Edinburgh Revue is a group made up of students and young people across Edinburgh. Performing stand-up and sketch comedy featuring some new and up and coming acts. Tuesday 12th September 2023 20:00 (1 Hour 45 Mins) £3 per person Venue Doors Open at least 30 minutes before...

Sam Lake: Aspiring DILF (Preview)

Sam Lake: Aspiring DILF (Preview)

Jul 28

After his “Gut Bustingly Funny” (Deadline News) debut show last year, Sam Lake is back and he is DADDY. Well…he’s trying to be. Get ready for a brand new show all about Sam’s journey to becoming the world’s youngest D.I.L.F, whilst talking about Furbies, twink death & the wonder...

Mark Nelson: Bits & Pieces (Preview)

Mark Nelson: Bits & Pieces (Preview)

Jul 23

The multi-award winning comedian trying out some new stuff ahead of his 10th Fringe show. Host of BBC Radio Scotland's No 1 show, The Good, the Bad and the Unexpected, BBC Scotland's Edinburgh Unlocked. Comedian Of The Year (UK Comedian). Star of BBC Scotland's biggest viral...

Bee Babylon: Cancer Culture (Preview)

Bee Babylon: Cancer Culture (Preview)

Jul 22

Fresh from punching the big C in the face, though now barren and slightly menopausal, Icelandic comedian Bee brings her first hour-long show to the Edinburgh Fringe. She takes a look back at this life-changing experience; hair loss in unexpected places, failed attempts at...

Christopher Macarthur-Boyd (Preview)

Christopher Macarthur-Boyd (Preview)

Jul 21

A new hour of stand-up by the wee guy with the glasses from Glasgow. Featuring routines and jokes on such topics as Edinburgh Zoo, going for a walk, and the collapse of the British state. As seen on Frankie Boyle’s New World Order, Comedy Central Live and BBC New Comedy Awards...

Kieran Hodgson: Big In Scotland (WIP)

Kieran Hodgson: Big In Scotland (WIP)

Jul 16

Berk's Nest in association with United Agents present Kieran Hodgson: Big In Scotland (WIP) In 2020 the world changed forever, as Kieran Hodgson moved to Scotland. Since then he's climbed mountains, learned Gaelic and made not a single new friend. He's a stranger in a strange...

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Here Come The Boys in Scotland Here Come The Boys
Bradford Live (6/09-6/09)
Mark Thomas: 40 In Stand Up Years in Scotland Mark Thomas: 40 In Stand Up Years
Traverse Theatre (12/11-12/11)
Ed Byrne: No Dramas in Scotland Ed Byrne: No Dramas
Music Hall (2/10-2/10)
This City in Scotland This City
Summerhall (12/04-12/06)