Madeleine Brettingham: Legend
Gilded Balloon • Professional company
About Gilded Balloon
Madeleine Brettingham presents Legend, her debut hour of stand-up comedy at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, produced by Gilded Balloon and performed at Wee Room. The show explores what growing up in a world of booze-soaked bad behaviour taught her about how man becomes myth. Fuelled by pork scratchings and a lust for glory, Brettingham won So You Think You're Funny? in 2025. The show runs 60 minutes, tickets start at £9, and it is for audiences aged 16 and over. The show contains scenes of a sexual nature.
Why see this show?
Madeleine Brettingham's debut hour arrives at Wee Room off the back of winning So You Think You're Funny? in 2025. A stand-up show about myth-making, pork scratchings and what growing up badly behaved actually teaches you.
Wednesday 5 - Monday 31 August 2026
All performances at 20:20
26 performances
60 minutes
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
£9
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the show?
The show runs for 60 minutes.
Where is the show performed?
The show is at Wee Room as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
How much does it cost?
Tickets start at £9.
What is the age guidance?
The show is for audiences aged 16 and over.
Is there any content guidance?
The show contains scenes of a sexual nature.
What is the show about?
The show explores what growing up in a world of booze-soaked bad behaviour taught Madeleine Brettingham about how man becomes myth.
About This Comedy Show
Madeleine Brettingham: Legend is a comedy performance at Wee Room during Edinburgh Festival 2026. 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: Wee Room
Wee Room 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: £9 - £13.5
Age Guidance: 16+
Content Warnings: Scenes of a sexual nature, 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.Madeleine Brettingham: Legend represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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