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Ben Ashurst is struggling to be an adult. Now in his thirties, he should be getting his act together, but it's hard when the world doesn’t make sense. What do you mean you can’t walk through a drive-thru?! Why on earth would someone choose him as their best man? In The Worst Man, Ben attempts to navigate adulthood, responsibility and the high-pressure "honour" of delivering a best man’s speech. Which should be easy... You’re a comedian, right? This warm, light-hearted stand-up comedy hilariously highlights the things in life Ben thinks should be simple... but aren't.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Ben Ashurst: The Worst Man is by Ben Ashurst / Free Festival, listed under Comedy in the Fringe programme. It plays at Laughing Horse @ City Cafe, 19 Blair Street, EH1 1QR, 17 August to 30 August.
The show runs 45 minutes and is suitable for ages 18+. Entry is free. Content warnings: Strong language.