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Irish comic Warren Martin explores colonialism, partition and Palestine through sharp satire and Irish history. Paddystinian, a term coined to insult the Irish but proudly embraced, dives into the tangled mess of Israel and Palestine – and why Ireland throws its weight behind a country thousands of miles away. From Norman invasions to modern headlines, the show unpacks myths, historical parallels and the strange common ground Ireland shares with Palestine. Funny, provocative and politically charged, it asks what happens when history repeats itself – and whether anyone ever thinks about how…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Paddystinian is by Warren Martin / PBH's Free Fringe, listed under Comedy in the Fringe programme. It plays at PBH's Free Fringe @ Carbon, 208 Cowgate, EH1 1NQ, 8 August to 26 August.
The show runs 50 minutes and is suitable for ages 16+. Entry is free. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes and Strong language.