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The government wants to ban under-16s from social media, but is it really that bad? Having been raised by the internet, Belfast comic William Thompson ponders if other generations should do the same – or if they should go outside and touch grass. The new hour-long show from William Thompson (LazyBoyz, Tea With Me, Channel 4) features Thompson's trademark dark, punchy style tackling the subject of social media. 'Fluid delivery' (Chortle.co.uk). 'A natural on stage' (Comedy.co.uk).
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. William Thompson: Touch Grass is by The Lisa Richards Agency, listed under Comedy in the Fringe programme. It plays at Monkey Barrel Comedy at O'Neill's (The Tron), 9 Hunter Square, EH1 1QW, 5 August to 30 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 18+. Tickets from £11. Content warnings: Strong language.