How to Win 5 Grand on the Internet
Laurence Baker / Don't Know What • Professional company
Google Laurence Baker / Don't Know WhatHow to Win 5 Grand on the Internet
By Laurence Baker / Don't Know What • Professional company
Google Laurence Baker / Don't Know WhatAbout the show
How to Win 5 Grand on the Internet is a true, one-man comedy show by Laurence Baker and Don't Know What, running 60 minutes at Playground 2, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025. In 2023, the performer's dad died, and rather than talking to anyone about it he spent his time playing online poker in his bedroom. The show explores not talking, absent fathers, winning money and taking unhealthy risks. Marking a Fringe debut for the company Don't Know What, the show is suitable for ages 18 and over. Tickets are £15, with a concession price of £13.
Why see this show?
A Fringe debut that uses online poker and silence as a way into grief and father-son absence. Honest, specific and written from lived experience — the kind of comedy that lingers.
£15 (13)
Friday 1 - Sunday 24 August 2025
All performances at 11:50
23 performances
60 mins
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
Where is it performed?
At Playground 2, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025.
What is the age guidance?
Suitable for ages 18 and over.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £15, with a concession price of £13.
Are there any content warnings?
The show contains strong language/swearing and references to gambling, addiction, alcohol misuse, death, grief and a balloon popping.
About This Theatre Production
How to Win 5 Grand on the Internet is a theatre performance at Playground 2 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.
Experience compelling storytelling brought to life by talented performers. Theatre at Edinburgh ranges from intimate black box productions to grand stage spectacles.
Venue: Playground 2
Playground 2 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
- •Check for trigger warnings if sensitive to certain topics
- •Most Fringe theatre runs without interval
- •Latecomers may not be admitted
- •Consider matinee performances for a relaxed experience
Booking Information
Ticket Prices: £12 - £15
Age Guidance: 18+
Content Warnings: Strong language/swearing, More information Gambling, addiction, and alcohol misuse, references to death and grief, a balloon popping
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.How to Win 5 Grand on the Internet represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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