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!
Phil Nichol: Aren’t We Lucky
Location: Gilded Balloon Teviot – Lounge (Venue 14)
Dates: Aug 5th-16th, 18th-30th
Time: 17:20
Price: £15
Ticket Link: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/phil-nichol-aren-t-we-lucky
Hello! Tell us all about your show!
‘Aren’t We Lucky’ is a dynamic, wonderfully heart-warming story exploring chance, love, magic, and loss. Through the deeply personal yet funny story of my friend Kevin Hearn’s battle with leukemia, and the extraordinary chain of events that followed, I reflects on regret, good fortune, and the simple, visceral act of appreciating what we have right here, right now.
The ever-present magic of reality fuels this show, as I share high-octane, hilarious and unforgettable stories: growing up in the Brethren Assembly, moving from Glasgow to Toronto, becoming a world-renowned comedian, and witnessing his parents fall in love again in their nineties. From conspiracy theories to Lou Reed, from World War II to old-age pensioners, and even the now-banned Swedish word “ogooglebar,” no subject is off-limits. These rib-tickling threads collide with bigger questions about why we’re here—and how to make the most of it.
Ever randomly met a woman on her way home after visiting her murderer boyfriend in prison, while her husband remains oblivious back in Norwich? Phil has. Lucky. Ever struck up a conversation on the Tube with an elderly man who crewed one of only five tanks to land in France on D-Day and survive the entire war? Phil has. Lucky. Ever tried to make Anne Robinson laugh on The Weakest Link by getting naked after being voted off in the final rounds? Phil has. Lucky.
Why do we play the lottery? Life itself is a lottery—and you’re already winning.
What other acts are you looking forward to seeing at the fringe?
Spencer Jones is always a safe bet. Silly, thoughtful, inventive fun.
Jessie Nixon is a great newer act. Bold, cool and original. One to watch.
The entire cast of 11 and a half Angry Men will be performing solo shows. They are all excellent in their own right. Glenn Wool is fantastic.
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.
Yes. Aren’t We Lucy is my 25th solo hour. Add to that another ten years with Corky and the Juice Pigs adds up to 33 years. 33 years.
My advice for first timers would be, keep it up, savor every moment, take lots of photos, be as open to the festival as possible, and let the laughter fill your soul.
Talk us through your daily routine for a day at the Fringe
Sleep until noon.
Lunch in the flat. Decaf and some eggs.
Walk to EICC and perform in a play entitled “11 and a half Angry Men”.
Grab a little snack.
Walk to Gilded Balloon, set up and perform my new solo hour, Aren’t We Lucky.
Dinner break, see a show? In the last two weeks I’ll be hosting Cray Cray Cabaret at the Voodoo Ballroom with my pal, David Tims.
For the first two weeks, I’ll be preparing to performing The Naked Racist in Gilded balloon Wine Bar.
Then free time to see shows, meet mates and enjoy the festival.
Loft bar then home.
Repeat.
Ok, where is your favourite place to eat at the Fringe?
10 to 10 in Delhi for lunch
Chez Jules for dinner
Disco Chippy top of Broughton Street (DJs on the weekend) Homeward snack.
Best thing about performing at the fringe?
The chance to work on a new show and pull all the ideas together and then deliver it into the world. It’s incredibly satisfying when it all comes together.
Do you bring anything special from home to make it feel more special whilst you are away?
My guitar follows me everywhere and has been a great companion over the years. I also have pajamas with both my cats faces on them…cheesy but necessary.
What are your best hacks to save money whilst at the Fringe?
Make a daily budget then try and stick to it.
If people want to find out more about you where can they follow you on social media?
TIK TOK
And Finally in three words – Why should people come and see the show?
I’m asking politely.
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