About John Spillane
Donkey is a free comedy show from John Spillane, performing at Horse Box in Laughing Horse's venue during Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Spillane performs stand-up dressed as a donkey, drawing on credits including BBC, RTE, WWE and Comedy Central, and his work as host of Ladbible Ireland. The show blends improv and alternative comedy styles and runs for 45 minutes. Audiences should be aware that all performances are recorded and attending gives consent for image use in any potential footage. The show is for adults aged 18 and over.
Why see this show?
Stand-up comedy performed while dressed as a donkey — this is exactly the kind of free, completely unexpected thing the Fringe exists for. John Spillane brings improv and alternative comedy to Horse Box for 45 minutes of cheerful oddity. Adults only.
Sunday 3 - Sunday 10 August 2025
All performances at 14:00
2 performances
45 minutes
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Free
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donkey?
John Spillane performs stand-up comedy dressed as a donkey at Laughing Horse's Horse Box venue. The show blends improv and alternative comedy.
How long does the show run?
The show runs for 45 minutes.
Where is it performed?
The show is performed at Horse Box as part of Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
How much are tickets?
The show is free to attend.
What is the age guidance?
The show is for adults aged 18 and over.
Are there any practical notes?
Audience participation is involved. All performances are recorded and by attending you are giving consent for your image to be used in any potential use of show footage.
About This Comedy Show
Donkey is a comedy performance at Horse Box during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 45 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: Horse Box
Horse Box 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: Audience participation, More information All performances will be recorded and by admittance you are giving consent for your image to be used in any potential use of show footage.
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.Donkey represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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