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Rizal Van Geyzel (Comedy Central Asia) was jailed for telling jokes about his own Islamic heritage. After a year under fire from right wing extremists, a hostile government and a sedition hearing, Rizal returns to the Fringe to tell his story. How it all happened, what it means for the role of comedy, and the impact it had on freedom of speech in Malaysia. 'An all-round fabulous show!' **** (One4Review.co.uk). 'A terrific comic and a wonderful storyteller!' (Scotsman).
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Rizal Van Geyzel: Arrested is by Bowtie Productions / Free Festival, listed under Comedy in the Fringe programme. It plays at Laughing Horse @ The Counting House, 38 W Nicolson St, EH8 9DD, 6 August to 30 August.
The show runs 55 minutes and is suitable for ages 18+. Entry is free. Content warnings: Strong language.