Dara O Briain - Voice of Reason

Charismatic, intelligent, fast-talking and downright funny... catch Dara O’Briain at the Edinburgh Playhouse with his brand new show!

About Dara O Briain - Voice of Reason

	16th Nov 2018 to 17th Nov 2018
	8pm
	Edinburgh Playhouse 18 - 22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh New Town EH1 3AA
	£28.15 plus transaction fee Book Tickets
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Dara is one of the most recognisable faces on British TV, as host of the hugely successful Mock The Week, Star Gazing Live, Robotwars and Go8Bit. Catch one of the most charismatic, intelligent, fast-talking and downright funny live performers working today in this brand new show for 2018.

'His set is a masterclass in intelligent, no-frills stand-up'
The Guardian

'If you want a comic who can hold an audience in the palm of his hand for two hours, here’s your man'
The Times

'Sharp wit from a superfit mind'
Evening Standard

'These are classy routines, that assume the audience's intelligence and condescend to no one'.
The Guardian

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