Christopher Beanland: Hipster Hell – Small Plates Ruined My Life (WIP)
Christopher Beanland / PBH’s Free Fringe • Amateur Company
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By Christopher Beanland / PBH’s Free Fringe • Amateur Company
Google Christopher Beanland / PBH’s Free FringeAbout the show
Christopher Beanland's Hipster Hell – Small Plates Ruined My Life is a free, 50-minute stand-up and satire work-in-progress at The Garage, Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Beanland is fuming about sourdough, matcha, gentrification, Love Island, pop culture, the media, Temu, the death of modernism and social mobility — while also questioning whether an unhealthy nostalgic obsession with brutalist architecture is ruining his own life. Guests join the bill. Suitable for ages 16 and over, with no content warnings listed.
Why see this show?
A free work-in-progress show that aims its satire at middle-class culture, modern anxieties and the slow disappearance of things worth caring about. Beanland's self-implicating angle — is his own nostalgia the problem? — gives the material an honest edge.
Free
Saturday 8 - Sunday 30 August 2026
All performances at 16:55
23 performances
50 mins
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 50 minutes.
How much does it cost?
The show is free.
Where is it performed?
At The Garage as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What is the age guidance?
Suitable for ages 16 and over.
Is this a finished show?
No — this is listed as a Work in Progress show, with guests also appearing on the bill.
Are there any content warnings?
No content warnings are listed for this show.
About This Comedy Show
Christopher Beanland: Hipster Hell – Small Plates Ruined My Life (WIP) is a comedy performance at The Garage during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 50 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 Garage
The Garage 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: 16+
Content Warnings: None
Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.
Part of Edinburgh Festival 2026
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.Christopher Beanland: Hipster Hell – Small Plates Ruined My Life (WIP) represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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