The Provocateurs: Bad Therapy / It All Went Wrong At Legs!

The Provocateurs: Bad Therapy / It All Went Wrong At Legs!

The Provocateurs / The Stand Comedy ClubSemi-professional company

60 minutesStand 2
Hosted by comedian Jay Lafferty. Clinical psychologist Dr Edel McGlanaghy (Edinburgh Napier University and NHS) and asks what’s gone wrong with psychological therapy and hopes the answer isn’t because therapists are weird. Dr Cameron Wyatt (The University of Edinburgh) is convinced that zebrafish are superior to humans with amazing abilities that we lack – despite sharing 86% of our genes!

About the show

The Provocateurs: Bad Therapy / It All Went Wrong At Legs! is a 60-minute spoken word event hosted by comedian Jay Lafferty, presented by The Provocateurs and The Stand Comedy Club at Stand 2. The evening features two talks: clinical psychologist Dr Edel McGlanaghy from Edinburgh Napier University and the NHS examines what has gone wrong with psychological therapy, while Dr Cameron Wyatt from The University of Edinburgh argues that zebrafish — sharing 86% of our genes — are superior to humans. Suitable for ages 14 and over.

Why see this show?

Two academics ask uncomfortable questions — one about therapy, one about zebrafish — with Jay Lafferty keeping things lively. A 60-minute evening that puts science and psychology through the Stand 2 comedy lens.

Event Details

Saturday 16 August 2025

All performances at 11:25

60 minutes

Stand 2

16 North St Andrew Street

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3 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Ticket Price

£12 (10)

Additional Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What topics does the show cover?

Clinical psychologist Dr Edel McGlanaghy asks what has gone wrong with psychological therapy, while Dr Cameron Wyatt argues that zebrafish are superior to humans despite sharing 86% of our genes.

How long does the show run?

60 minutes.

Where is it performed?

At Stand 2, Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

How much are tickets?

£12, with a concession price of £10.

What is the age guidance?

Suitable for ages 14 and over.

Who hosts the event?

It is hosted by comedian Jay Lafferty.

About This Performance

The Provocateurs: Bad Therapy / It All Went Wrong At Legs! is a spoken word performance at Stand 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.

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Venue: Stand 2

Stand 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.

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Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £12

Age Guidance: 14+

Content Warnings: None

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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.The Provocateurs: Bad Therapy / It All Went Wrong At Legs! represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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