Comedy Lab: Your First Edinburgh Fringe - Step-by-Step Guide

Navigate the Fringe with confidence – from show applications to performing tips, all guided by experienced fringe comedian Tom Short.

Are you ready to take your first steps onto the Edinburgh Fringe stage but don’t know where to start? Comedy Lab’sonline workshopis designed specifically for first-time Fringe performers, giving you the insider knowledge and practical tips to make your debut a success.

Led byTom Short, multi-award-winning comedian, qualified teacher, and lecturer in Comedy Writing and Performance at the University of Salford, this workshop draws on years of experience performing, writing, and teaching comedy at the Fringe and beyond. With Comedy Lab’s expertise in guiding new talent, you’ll leave with actionable steps to make your show happen.

In this workshop, you’ll learn:

• How toapply for showsand navigate the Fringe application system
• How toresearch venuesand choose the right spot for your performance
• How toput together a show pitchthat gets noticed
• Practicaltips for performing and managing your timeduring the Fringe
• Little-known insider tips to make your Fringe experience smoother and more fun

Who this workshop is for:

• First-time Fringe performers
• Comedians, writers, or performers planning a solo show
• Anyone curious about how the Edinburgh Fringe really works

What you’ll get:

• Step-by-step guidance from an experienced Fringe performer
• A PDF checklist and templates to help plan your show
• Opportunity to ask questions and get tailored advice
• A recording of the workshop (optional)

Details:

• Date & Time:October 4th 12:00
• Duration:3 hours
• Location:Online via Zoom (link emailed after registration)

Tom Short and Comedy Lab have helped hundreds of performers develop their material and take their first steps into the comedy world. With a friendly, practical, and no-nonsense approach, this workshop will give you the confidence and knowledge to make your Edinburgh Fringe debut a reality.

Don’t wait – your first Fringe show is just a registration away!