Stuart Laws as Michael Caine Saying Never for One Hour
Stuart Laws • Professional company
About Stuart Laws
Stuart Laws as Michael Caine Saying Never for One Hour is a 60-minute experimental character comedy by Stuart Laws, at Monkey Barrel 4, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025. The show stages that scene from Batman Begins — where Alfred says 'never' to Christian Bale — live on stage and in full, for an entire hour. Laws originated a video of this conceit in 2020, which went viral. A live version in 2024 featured Nish Kumar as Christopher Nolan and Amy Gledhill as Christian Bale. Tickets are £10, with a concession of £9. Age guidance: 18+. Contains strong language.
Why see this show?
A single Batman Begins scene, performed live for 60 minutes. The absurdity of the premise is the entire point — and the 2024 run proved it works. Not for everyone, and all the better for it.
Monday 4 August 2025
All performances at 23:55
60 minutes
5 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
£10 (9)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the show?
It recreates the scene from Batman Begins where Michael Caine as Alfred says 'never', performed live on stage for one hour.
How did this show start?
Stuart Laws made a video of the concept in 2020 which went viral, and a live version was performed in 2024.
How long does it run?
60 minutes.
How much are tickets?
£10, with a concession of £9.
What is the age guidance?
18 and over.
Are there any content warnings?
The show contains strong language.
About This Comedy Show
Stuart Laws as Michael Caine Saying Never for One Hour is a comedy performance at Monkey Barrel 4 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: Monkey Barrel 4
Monkey Barrel 4 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 £10
Age Guidance: 18+
Content Warnings: Strong language/swearing
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.Stuart Laws as Michael Caine Saying Never for One Hour represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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