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It's comedy set swapping live! The cult hit show where comedians perform their own jokes and then each other's. There will be no punches pulled as comedians battle for the championship belt and a £1500 cash prize. 'A brilliant format' (Guardian). 'An undoubted hit' (Chortle.co.uk). Piloted for Comedy Central (US) and BBC Two (UK). Top five comedy shows of the year (List). Top 10 late nights out at the Fringe (Time Out). Top 25 shows at the Fringe (Comedy.co.uk). 'Spontaneous and anarchic' **** (Fest). 'A truly electric night' **** (Scotsman). 'Action-packed and chaotic' ****…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Joke Thieves: World Championship is by Need To Know Comedy, listed under Comedy in the Fringe programme. It plays at Laughing Horse @ The Three Sisters, 139 Cowgate, EH1 1JS, 6 August to 30 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 18+. Tickets are £5.