COMEDY
Comedy Shorts
Comedy Shorts / PBH's Free Fringe
- Dates
- 8–30 Aug 2026
- Time
- 8:25pm · 60min
- Price
- Free
Comedy Shorts returns for its eighth year at the Edinburgh Fringe. Tom Short’s brainchild and multi-sell-out showcase format brings together some of the very best acts from across the festival, each performing a fast-paced five-minute section from their show. It’s the perfect way to sample the Fringe’s top comedy talent in one packed hour, with stand-up, character comedy, improv and everything in between. Expect big laughs, brilliant variety and a fresh line-up of acts bringing their best material to the stage. A lively, high-energy showcase with something to suit every comedy taste and find your new favourite act.
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