About Laughing Horse Comedy
Laughing Horse Comedy offers a two-day intensive stand-up comedy course at Upstairs during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The course covers joke-writing skills, generating and finding material, comedy deconstruction, lively interactive performance practice, history of comedy, technical skills and industry tips. Tutors are professional comedians, comedy writers and experienced teachers. Each day includes a session, and the course concludes with a graduation show performed at a Fringe venue. The ticket covers a 9-hour course over two consecutive days. Suitable for ages 16 and over.
Why see this show?
If you've ever wanted to try stand-up comedy, this structured two-day course gives you the skills, the practice time and a real graduation show. Taught by working professionals at an Edinburgh Fringe venue — genuinely useful and memorable.
Saturday 2 - Sunday 17 August 2025
All performances at 10:00
10 performances
270 minutes
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
£119 (109)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the course?
The ticket covers a 9-hour course, spread over two consecutive days.
What does the course include?
The course includes joke-writing, generating and finding material, comedy deconstruction, interactive performance practice, history of comedy, technical skills and industry tips — plus a graduation show performance.
What is the age guidance?
This course is suitable for ages 16 and over.
How much does the course cost?
The course costs £119. A concession price of £109 is also available.
Where does the course take place?
The course takes place at Upstairs.
Who teaches the course?
The tutors are professional comedians, comedy writers and experienced teachers.
About This Comedy Show
About Comedy: Stand-Up Comedy Course is a comedy performance at Upstairs during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 270 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
Expect an evening of laughter with professional comedians delivering their best material. Most comedy shows at Edinburgh run for 50-60 minutes, perfect for fitting multiple shows into your day.
Venue: Upstairs
Upstairs is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.
Tips for Attending
- •Arrive 10-15 minutes early for the best seats
- •Front row seats may involve audience interaction
- •Check content warnings for adult material
- •Many venues have a bar for pre-show drinks
Booking Information
Ticket Prices: From £119
Age Guidance: 16+
Content Warnings: More information Ticket covers a 9-hour course, over two consecutive 4.5 hour days
Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.
Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025
Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.About Comedy: Stand-Up Comedy Course represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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