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Award-winning comedian, the Newcastle Brown Male and North East history buff Raul Kohli attempts to summarize 10,000 years of Northumbrian history in 45 minutes, arguing the North East of England's contribution to the universe has been severely underappreciated. ***** (Guardian). 'Beautifully written and achingly funny' (AYoungishPerspective.co.uk). ISH Edinburgh Fringe Best Show Nominee 2024. Best Show Nominee – Leicester Comedy Festival 2019. As seen on Tyne Travel, The Adopted Geordies Podcast and We Are Newcastle United.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Raul Kohli: A Brief History of Northumbria (WIP) is by Raul Kohli, listed under Spoken Word in the Fringe programme. It plays at Alchemist Cocktail Bar and Restaurant, 51 George Street, EH2 2HT, 18 August to 30 August.
The show runs 45 minutes and is suitable for ages 12+. Tickets are £7.50.