It is festival season and that means that in the next month there is so many great comedy festivals to look forward to! This month we are looking at some of the great shows that you can see at the Edinburgh Fringe. So take note because we are going to give you all the information you need for just a handful of some of the great shows happening this year!

Edward Tripp: No Man is an Ireland

Location:   Just the Tonic at The Caves – Just Up The Stairs (Venue 88)

Dates: Aug 1st-11th, 13th-25th

Time: 11:45

Price: £10 Concessions £8

Ticket Link: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/edward-tripp-no-man-is-an-ireland

Hello! Tell us about yourself? 

My name is Edward Tripp. I am a Northern Irish Poet, Comedian and Visual Artist, living in Devon.

Tell us all about your show!

‘No Man is an Ireland’ is a genre-bending comedy/poetry show, combining comedy, poetry, music and occasional theatrical stunts. I’ll be using the medium of poetry to explore an array of critical topics and issues – from cutlery choices to the dangers of mispronouncing the words ‘Ferrero Rocher’.

How did you come up with the name of your show that you’re taking to the Fringe?

‘No Man is an Ireland’ as a show title, popped into my head a few years ago, when I came to the realisation that I’d lived in Devon slightly longer than I had lived in Ireland. It was a strange feeling, which triggered something of a cultural identity crisis. A lot of the material in the show catalogues this crisis! There is also a rather famous poem called ‘No Man is an Island’ by John Donne, which is purely coincidental, of course…

What other acts are you looking forward to seeing at the Fringe?

I’m a huge devotee of Clinton Baptiste and I’m intrigued by the strong Irish contingent at this year’s festival, but I’m most excited to see ‘Lynn Faces’, a play by my friend Laura Horton. It’s a play about a punk band inspired by Lynn from Alan Partridge. I’m working with Laura on a pantomime for adults this Christmas at the Barbican Theatre in Plymouth. 

Have you done the Fringe before? What are the key pieces of advice you have been given or would give to new groups or people performing at the Fringe?

This is my first Fringe – but I know many performers who have been before. I have been advised to seek out other shows and join as many open spots as possible. Flyering has its place, but people really do need to see you perform in as many different places as possible.

What is the best way to enjoy yourself at the Fringe?

I’m really looking forward to spending some quality time with fellow-performers. I know lots of performers at the Fringe this year. I’ve been gigging a lot recently and we rarely get a chance to catch up properly after gigs.

Best thing about performing at the Fringe?

A comedian friend told me to think of the Fringe as ‘bootcamp’. It will be hard work but it always provides a chance to practise, refine and get better at what you do.

I’m also just looking forward to seeing lots of new comedians. I tend to gig a lot in the South West and am excited to see who else is out there!

What would be your top three items every performer must take to the Fringe?

Bananas (energy)

Water (hydration)

Febreze (freshness)

What’s the secret to successful flyering?

I have been advised to use my imagination and ‘create a spectacle’. I have some interesting plans, but I couldn’t possibly share them…

If people want to find out more about you, where can they follow you on social media? 

https://www.instagram.com/edwardtripp.esq/

And finally, in three words – Why should people come and see the show?

Poetry, laughter, pyrotechnics…