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Comedy Shorts returns for its eighth year at the Edinburgh Fringe. Tom Short’s brainchild and multi-sell-out showcase format brings together some of the very best acts from across the festival, each performing a fast-paced five-minute section from their show. It’s the perfect way to sample the Fringe’s top comedy talent in one packed hour, with stand-up, character comedy, improv and everything in between. Expect big laughs, brilliant variety and a fresh line-up of acts bringing their best material to the stage. A lively, high-energy showcase with something to suit every comedy taste and find…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Comedy Shorts is by Comedy Shorts / PBH's Free Fringe, listed under Comedy in the Fringe programme. It plays at PBH's Free Fringe @ BrewDog Lothian Rd, 50 Lothian Rd, EH3 9BY, 8 August to 30 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 18+. Entry is free. Content warnings: Strong language.