Crying at the Meat Raffle
Hannah Ireland and Rosie Hess • Amateur Company
About Hannah Ireland and Rosie Hess
Hannah Ireland and Rosie Hess are new-ish comedians bringing a chaotic and heartfelt hour of stand-up comedy to Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Each night they invite a different friend to join them on stage as they explore themes of love, loss and existential dread. The show is promised to be hilarious, unhinged and oddly moving — and there might be meat. Crying at the Meat Raffle is a free show running for 60 minutes at The Mother Superior Cave, for audiences aged 18 and over.
Why see this show?
A free, unpredictable hour with two new-ish comics and a rotating guest each night — the kind of Fringe show that feels genuinely alive. Funny, heartfelt and completely its own thing.
Monday 4 - Tuesday 12 August 2025
All performances at 19:00
6 performances
60 minutes
2 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Free
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
What does it cost?
This show is free.
Where does it take place?
The show is performed at The Mother Superior Cave, Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Note: the venue is downstairs and is not accessible for wheelchair users.
Is there an age guidance?
The show is for audiences aged 18 and over.
What is the format?
Hannah Ireland and Rosie Hess perform stand-up comedy, inviting a different friend to join them each night, exploring themes of love, loss and existential dread.
Are there any content warnings?
The show contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, nudity, scenes of a sexual nature and strong language and swearing.
About This Comedy Show
Crying at the Meat Raffle is a comedy performance at The Mother Superior Cave 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: The Mother Superior Cave
The Mother Superior Cave 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: 18+
Content Warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Nudity, Scenes of a sexual nature, Strong language/swearing Venue is downstairs so is not fully accessible / is not accessible for wheelchair users.
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.Crying at the Meat Raffle represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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