Edinburgh Fringe 2025 Features Diverse Comedy Debuts, Controversial Shows

The Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2025 features a diverse lineup of comedians, including local favorite Ayo Adenekan, who shares stories of growing up as a queer, Black man in Edinburgh, and the BAFTA-nominated duo Ada and Bron, known for their extravagant character comedy. Other notable acts include Cabbage, a clown persona blending drag and pop culture references, and Toussaint Douglass, who addresses themes like neurodivergence and Windrush history with humor. Meanwhile, Bob Golding stars in "The Last Laugh," a play imagining a meeting between iconic British comedians Eric Morecambe, Tommy Cooper, and Bobby Monkhouse, blending comedy with poignant moments and audience interaction. This play has even toured New York, highlighting cultural differences in comedic appreciation. Additionally, a recent reader-driven list celebrates the best TV comedy sketches, featuring classics from Monty Python, Morecambe and Wise, and Victoria Wood, underscoring the enduring legacy and impact of British comedic art forms.