About Chris East
Chris East: Boxes, Boxes, Boxes is a free, 60-minute comedy show at the Upstairs Bar at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Chris East brings a brand-new hour combining clowning, storytelling, improv and stand-up — all centred on cardboard boxes. Following his debut hour My Brain is Soup, Your Hands are the Spoons, this show promises to be simultaneously hilarious and oddly important. Audience participation is involved. Suitable for ages 12 and over.
Why see this show?
A genuinely strange and charming show that somehow makes cardboard boxes feel both funny and meaningful. East blends clowning, improv, stand-up and storytelling into something refreshingly peculiar — and it's free.
Free
Monday 18 August 2025
All performances at 19:30
60 mins
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
Is this show free?
Yes, this show is free to attend.
Is there audience participation?
Yes, the show involves audience participation.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for ages 12 and over.
Where does the show take place?
The show takes place at the Upstairs Bar.
What style of comedy is it?
The show combines clowning, storytelling, improv and stand-up, and is categorised as alternative comedy and clown.
About This Comedy Show
Chris East: Boxes, Boxes, Boxes is a comedy performance at Upstairs Bar 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: Upstairs Bar
Upstairs Bar 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: 12+
Content Warnings: Audience participation
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.Chris East: Boxes, Boxes, Boxes represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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