Funny How Hard We Try (The Void)
Purple Wave / Edith Alibec / PBH's Free Fringe • Professional company
Google Purple Wave / Edith Alibec / PBH's Free FringeFunny How Hard We Try (The Void)
By Purple Wave / Edith Alibec / PBH's Free Fringe • Professional company
Google Purple Wave / Edith Alibec / PBH's Free FringeAbout the show
Funny How Hard We Try (The Void) is a free, 60-minute clown and comedy work-in-progress by Purple Wave and Edith Alibec, presented at The Function Room via PBH's Free Fringe. The show is described as containing zero sandwiches, one aspiring clown, 78 attempts at meaning, and at least three feelings too hard to name. It explores a gnawing inner emptiness that the performer attempts to fill with the audience's help. Suitable for ages 18 and over, with audience participation involved.
Why see this show?
A clown show about The Void: free, work-in-progress, and honestly weird. Edith Alibec invites the audience into a shared attempt to find meaning — no guarantees, but that is rather the point.
Free
Sunday 10 - Sunday 24 August 2025
19:30, 20:45
2 performances
60 mins
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does this show cost?
The show is free.
How long does it run?
60 minutes.
Where does it take place?
At The Function Room, Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What is the age guidance?
Suitable for ages 18 and over.
Does the show involve the audience?
Yes, there is audience participation.
What kind of show is it?
It is a clown and comedy work-in-progress exploring a sense of inner emptiness, described as containing 78 attempts at meaning.
About This Comedy Show
Funny How Hard We Try (The Void) is a comedy performance at The Function 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: The Function Room
The Function 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: 18+
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.Funny How Hard We Try (The Void) represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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