ELEVEN MUST-SEE COMEDY SHOWS AT THE EDINBURGH FRINGE
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An academic specialising in humour and comedy has published a guide to the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe, listing eleven shows he considers must‑see. The list, released in the Arts + Culture section of The Conversatio, aims to simplify the hectic planning that comes with the festival’s packed schedule. It highlights a mix of clown and performance‑art acts that the author believes will stand out this season.
According to Arts + Culture – The Conversatio, the lineup includes the Soho Theatre’s returning supergroup *Underground Monk Show*—known for their cult‑favourite 2024 work‑in‑progress—Lady Bolognese’s debut as dinner‑ladies in *Class War* following their 2026 Leicester Comedy Festival best variety win, and Frankie Thompson’s comeback with *Horrible Things*, which features the line, ‘Things from down the back of the sofa and floating in her soup, things from the bins of people in power.’ The guide reflects the author’s preference for clown and performance art while trying to cater to a broader audience.
The Edinburgh Fringe is one of the world’s largest arts festivals, drawing thousands of performers and viewers; guides like this help attendees navigate an overwhelming array of shows. The author’s academic perspective lends credibility to his selections.
- Eleven comedy shows identified as essential for the 2024 Fringe season.
- Featured acts include Soho Theatre’s *Underground Monk Show*, Lady Bolognese’s *Class War*, and Frankie Thompson’s *Horrible Things*.
- The guide balances the author’s clown/performance‑art focus with broader festival appeal.
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