Part of our 2025 programme of Edinburgh Fringe warm ups.
This June/July we have twenty different tasters of Edinburgh shows from some of the best acts on the Scottish comedy scene and beyond.
All shows capped at £5 representing great value.
Daniel Downie: is Scottish?
Comedian Daniel Downie is Scottish, and a historian in Scottish History, but what does it mean to be ‘Scottish?’ This is a show about our perceptions of ‘Scottishness’ and if they are genuine or invented. Is Glasgow the ‘hardest’ city in Scotland? Is Edinburgh really ‘England with tartan?’ Are the Highlands and islands an idyllic paradise? Does anyone actually speak Gaelic? How many people can actually dance a Dashing White Sergeant? Are we romantic Jacobites or reverent Covenanters? Picts or Scots? Urban or rural? Highland or Lowland? This is a show about Scots’ perceptions of themselves and what unites and divides us.
‘In the curriculum of your Fringe visit, Daniel should be compulsory’– The Scotsman
‘a keenly and sharply observed hour that will leave you laughing with and loving Scotland in equal measure’ – The Recs
‘not just a show, an experience that leaves you both entertained and enlightened’ – One4Review
‘f*cking brilliant’ – Kate Copstick
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The room as you can see is intimate, so we always recommend advance booking here. Early arrival recommended to sample the best cocktails in Edinburgh!
⌚The bar opens at 4pm, and is open until normal closing time after the show
⏲️Show will last approximately 60 minutes starting at the advertised time. Entry will be 10 minutes beforehand.
🍺No breaks scheduled during the show, but you are welcome to leave for refreshements and return to room.
📂Terms and conditions for ticket holders will be on your tickets, however feel free to check our "TERMS" page prior to purchasing.
