Fringe Preview - Andrew Doyle & John Pendal: The Stand

Work-in-Progress show from Fringe comedy favourites; before their hotly anticipated shows at The Stand in Edinburgh this August...  

Andrew Doyle: Future Tense

Andrew Doyle returns to Edinburgh following total sell-out runs for his last three shows. ‘Fantastically funny’ GQ. ‘One of the funniest, sharpest, cruellest comedians out there. Prepare for all your internal organs to burst with laughter’ Independent. ‘Strong stand-up with a mischievous streak’ **** (Chortle.co.uk). ‘A masterclass in the art of stand-up comedy’ ***** ScotsGay. ‘Intensely sharp and clever’ ***** (Hairline.org). ‘Very, very funny’ **** (TVBomb.co.uk). ‘Comedy gold’ ***** (BroadwayBaby.com). ‘One of the country’s most exciting comedic talents’ **** Gay Times. ‘Utterly hilarious. Doyle seems well en route to his creative peak' **** Fest.

John Pendal: International Man of Leather 

This groundbreaking debut solo stand-up comedy show is the true story of how a shy Baptist boy from Watford became an unlikely international sex ambassador when he won the 25th annual International Mr Leather contest in Chicago in 2003. Armed with a love of spreadsheets, he set out to tour the world representing every kink and fetish – regardless of whether he liked them or not. 'John Pendal was in top form and had the crowd roaring with laughter' Windy City Times.

From 7pm

(Image: John Pendal by David Harris)