Ready Steady Crooks!
By Long-term Complications • Professional company
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Long-term Complications bring their OffFest nominated comedy caper to Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Ready Steady Crooks! follows the hijinks of top-class cooks turned notorious crooks, with crime, wine, robbery and gobbery on the menu. The show features cooky characters, songs, dance and absurdist, slapstick comedy with a drizzle of dark humour. The cast and creative team includes Benjamin McMahon (The Play That Goes Wrong, West End), Sam Stafford (The Mousetrap, West End) and Luke Clarence Johnson (RSM, International). Runs 60 minutes at Thistle Theatre.
Why see this show?
A daft, high-energy romp from a cast with serious West End pedigree — the absurdist mix of slapstick, song and dark comedy makes it a proper Fringe treat for anyone who likes their laughs with a side of gobbery.
£12 (11)
Monday 18 - Saturday 23 August 2025
All performances at 19:35
6 performances
60 mins
3 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
Ready Steady Crooks! runs for 60 minutes.
Where is it performed?
The show is at Thistle Theatre as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What is the age guidance?
The show is suitable for audiences aged 14 and over.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £12, with a concession price of £11.
Are there any content warnings?
The show contains strobe lighting, strong language and swearing, slapstick violence and sexual references.
What kind of show is it?
It is an absurdist slapstick comedy caper featuring songs, dance, cooky characters and dark humour.
About This Comedy Show
Ready Steady Crooks! is a comedy performance at Thistle Theatre 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: Thistle Theatre
Thistle Theatre 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 £12
Age Guidance: 14+
Content Warnings: Strobe lighting, Strong language/swearing, More information The show contains slapstick violence and sexual references.
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.Ready Steady Crooks! represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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