Monkey Barrel Comedy
Top Stand-up Comedy at Monkey Barrel Comedy - Edinburgh's #1 rated Comedy Club.
About Monkey Barrel Comedy
| 9 - 12 Blair Street , Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1QR | |
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As the review say… “Fantastic” acts, a “well priced” bar in a “great intimate atmosphere” all brought to you by our “hilarious” resident hosts. “Don't miss if you're in Edinburgh!” Check out our the reviews here!
Since opening in 2017, Monkey Barrel Comedy has programmed some of the most diverse, interesting and innovative line-ups, culminating in numerous award nominations. We are a local, community focused comedy club which strives to deliver the best experience for everyone who works, visits or performs with us.
Monkey Barrel Comedy is Edinburgh's best rated Comedy Club. #1 for Comedy Clubs and Concerts & Shows on Trip Advisor, Scotland’s Best Venue at the last Chortle Awards and 3 time Scottish Comedy Award winner. We are owner managed, independent and (usually!) open 7 days a week in Edinburgh's Old Town.
The "Beating Heart" of the Fringe - The Telegraph
- Table service with peace of mind food and drink pre-ordering.
- 100% refund guarantee in the event of a mandated cancellation.
- Stringent hygiene protocols before, during and after each show.
- Unreserved Seating with no standing - Everyone gets a seat!
5.0 Trip Advisor, 4.7 Google and 4.9 Facebook.
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Upcoming Events at Monkey Barrel Comedy
The Other Show
From the utterly sublime to the unapologetically ridiculous, Monkey Barrel Comedy presents a night of comedy at the cliff's edge of surreal humour.
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Roast Battle (+ Live Stream)
Roast Battle Edinburgh puts comedians head-to-head in a battle of verbal onslaughts. Not for the faint-hearted, each battler has five roast jokes to defeat their opponent.
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Pierre Novellie: Why Are You Laughing?
Pierre Novellie is known for his award-winning comedy/observations. Come and see him live at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 24th October!
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Campfire Improv
Gather round the campfire to watch some of Scotland's top improvisers create hilarious scenes based on stories from a special guest monologist.
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Garrett Millerick: Needs More Space
Garrett Millerick Needs More Space, sees comedy's 'angriest optimist' return for a hilarious, honest, and mostly historically accurate, exploration of space travel!
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John Hastings
John Hastings, God’s fav comedian, returns to his ancestral home The Monkey Barrel in October to do what he does best, a bunch of jokes in order. One at a time.
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Rodrigo Marques in:The Enthusiast
Rodrigo Marques performs for the first time in Edinburgh Comedian takes to the stage at MONKEY BARREL COMEDY with the show “O Entusiasta”
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Milo Edwards: Sentimental
Award-winning comedian Milo Edwards comes to Monkey Barrel Comedy with his hit new show 'Sentimental' on Sunday 27th October!
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Eleanor Morton: Haunted House
Join Eleanor Morton at Monkey Barrel Comedy for a one-off Halloween performance of her hit Fringe show Haunted House!
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Larry Dean: Dodger
Join Larry Dean as he brings his hilarious new show Dodger, about identity, heroes and the benefits of being a dafty, to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 30th October!
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Red Richardson: Bugatti Live
Red Richardson is one of the most exciting new stand up comedians in the UK. Join him on his first ever UK tour for a hilarious hour of stand up comedy at Monkey Barrel!
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Lou Sanders: Work in Progress
Join Lou Sanders for this Work in Progress show at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Friday 1st November!
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Tez Ilyas: After Eight
One of the most celebrated stars in British comedy, Tez Ilyas is back with his hilarious new show 'After Eight' and brings it to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 7th November!
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Ali Woods: At The Moment
Award-winning stand-up comedian and multi-viral online sketch sensation Ali Woods brings his debut stand-up tour to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 21st November!
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Freddy Quinne: In Sickness
Comedic powerhouse Freddy Quinne is set to embark on his debut nationwide tour and you can catch him as Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 23rd November!
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Alfie Brown: Red Flags Galore!
In his new show, award winning comedian Alfie Brown is showing signs that he probably can't have a healthy relationship and proceeding down the road with him would be emotionally dangerous.
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Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Peacock
Star of 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Have I Got News For You and QI Kiri Pritchard-McLean is back with a brand new show!
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George Zacharopoulos: The Right Swipe That Ruined My Life
Greece's finest stand up comedian, George Zacharopoulos, bring his show 'The Right Swipe That Ruined My Life' to Monkey Barrel Comedy!
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Ken Cheng: The Big Brain Show for People with 3,000 IQ
Award-winning comedian and professional poker player Ken Cheng is back on tour and brings his new show to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 29th January!
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Colin Geddis: G.O.A.T. (GEDDIS ON ANOTHER TOUR)
Colin Geddis will bring his brand new stand up show G.O.A.T. (GEDDIS ON ANOTHER TOUR) to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Thursday 6th February!
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Zoe Lyons: Werewolf
If happiness is ending up the best version of yourself, Zoe is finally getting there. Join her at Monkey Barrel Comedy as she tells you about it in her brand new show!
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Justin Moorhouse: Greatest Performance Of My Life
Join Justin Moorhouse for the 'Greatest Performance Of My Life'... a poignant exploration of comedy intertwined with the essence of life's ups and downs.
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Rachel Fairburn: Side Eye
Rachel Fairburn is set to perform for the first-time ever a unique blend of brand-new stand-up and the best bits of her debut character comedy hour when she brings Side Eye to Monkey Barrell Comedy!
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Ahir Shah: Ends
Ahir Shah presents his award-winning stand-up show “Ends” at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 6th March!
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Stuart McPherson - Horse
Don't miss an hour of laughs and self-analysis from one of Scottish comedy's rising stars, when Stuart McPherson brings his show Horse to Monkey Barrell!
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Simon Evans: Have we Met?
Simon Evans skilfully weaves comedy, pathos and narrowly averted cancellation into an unforgettable two hours of unique entertainment.
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Micky Overman: Hold On
Join Micky Overman at Monkey Barrel Comedy on 14th March as she desperately fights against her old coping mechanisms, whilst contemplating love, the art of gift giving and Ozzy Osbourne!
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William Thompson: Scumbag Millionaire
What would you do if you became a millionaire overnight? Stand-up comedian and rising star from Belfast, William Thompson will answer this question in his brand-new tour show!
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Catherine Bohart: Again, With Feelings
Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Catherine Bohart brings her hit show Again, With Feelings to Monkey Barrel Comedy!
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MC Hammersmith - The MC Stands For Middle Class
MC Hammersmith returns to Monkey Barrel Comedy for another evening of improvised comedy raps based entirely on your suggestions!
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Horatio Gould: Return of the Space Cowboy
Following his sell-out debut show, viral sensation Horatio Gould brings his much-anticipated show, Return of the Space Cowboy, to Monkey Barrel on Saturday 3rd May!
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Kae Kurd: Whats O’Kurd
Stand up sensation and social media star Kae Kurd returns with his highly anticipated brand new tour: What’s O’Kurd. Catch him at Monkey Barrel Comedy in October 2025!
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Thomas Green - Brainstorm
Comedian Thomas Green is taking new show Brainstorm across the UK in 2025 with a date at Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 3rd October!
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