Caitriona Dowden: Dance Like Everyone's Dancing
Comedy
Solo show
Stand-up

Caitriona Dowden: Dance Like Everyone's Dancing

Caitriona Dowden / PBH's Free Fringe • Amateur Company

60 minutes•Cinema Room
Caitriona spends most of her time worrying about the future and studying our medieval past. Can she learn to live in the moment? Following her double award-nominated debut, she returns to the Fringe with a feel-good show about apocalyptic dread (and the 1518 dancing plague). Chortle Awards Best Newcomer nominee 2025. ‘A unique voice in UK comedy... a highly promising, distinct talent’ (Scotsman). ‘Blissfully esoteric’ (Fest). 'Medieval nuns get more mentions than you'll find in an average episode of Live at the Apollo' (Chortle.co.uk).

About the show

Caitriona Dowden returns to the Fringe with a solo stand-up show that balances apocalyptic dread with the peculiarities of medieval history. Described as a feel-good show, it explores Caitriona's attempts to live in the moment while worrying about the future and studying the past — including the dancing plague of 1518. Following her double award-nominated debut, this show runs for 60 minutes at Cinema Room, is free to attend, and is presented by PBH's Free Fringe. Suitable for audiences aged 16 and over.

Why see this show?

Genuinely unusual stand-up that finds comedy in the gap between doomsday anxiety and medieval footnotes. Caitriona Dowden has a distinct voice that makes even the dancing plague feel warmly, absurdly relevant.

Event Details

Wednesday 13 August 2025

All performances at 18:25

60 minutes

Cinema Room

29-35 Niddry Street

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1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Ticket Price

Free

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Additional Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the show?

The show runs for 60 minutes.

Is there a ticket price?

The show is free to attend.

What is the age guidance?

The show is suitable for ages 16 and over.

Are there any content warnings?

Yes — the show involves audience participation and contains strong language and swearing.

Where is the show performed?

The show takes place at Cinema Room, as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

About This Comedy Show

Caitriona Dowden: Dance Like Everyone's Dancing is a comedy performance at Cinema Room during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 60 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: Cinema Room

Cinema Room 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 £null

Age Guidance: 16+

Content Warnings: Audience participation, Strong language/swearing

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.Caitriona Dowden: Dance Like Everyone's Dancing represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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