COMEDY

Chris Forbes: Father Christmas

Brass Tacks Comedy

Venue

Monkey Barrel Comedy

Dates

4–30 Aug 2026

Time

1:30pm · 60min

Price

from £8

Critically-acclaimed Scottish comedian Chris Forbes brings Christmas to the Fringe this summer. Expect trees, tinsel and tragedy. A hilarious, heartfelt stand-up show about festive joy, family and the Christmas Day that changed everything. Blending big laughs with beautiful storytelling, the deeply personal Father Christmas is for anyone who loves, or hates, Christmas. Nominated for Best Show at Fringe World and star of Scot Squad. 'Brilliant company – honest, insightful very funny' **** (Scotsman). 'Not one to miss, seeing Forbes was an absolute treat' **** (VoiceMag.uk). 'Brilliantly observed... laugh-out-loud stuff' (Herald).