Paul Foot: The Future
Comedy
Stand-up
Solo show

Paul Foot: The Future

Plosive Live • Professional company

60 minutes•Belly Dancer
Remember when people were excited for the future? With visions of jetpacks, friendly robots wheeling around and solar-powered bidets. Well, we don’t have visions like that anymore, do we? But the universe is not over. The light has not gone out. Here’s a candle in the dark. Contagious and whispering. And you can take it with you when you leave. A new stand-up show from pioneering alt-comedy hero and star of Cats Does Countdown. (ISH) Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Show winner, 2023. ‘Has the audience laughing so hard they’re about to leave their bodies’ ***** (Chortle.co.uk).

About Plosive Live

Paul Foot: The Future is a 60-minute stand-up show at the Belly Dancer, Edinburgh Festival Fringe, presented by Plosive Live. In a new show from a pioneering alt-comedy performer and star of Cats Does Countdown, Foot asks what happened to excitement about the future — the jetpacks, the friendly robots, the solar-powered bidets. The answer, per the listing, is not despair but a candle in the dark: contagious and whispering. Strong language warning. Suitable for ages 14 and over.

Why see this show?

Alt-comedy at its most singular — Paul Foot's shows are strange, warm and unlike anything else at the Fringe. The premise of grieving the optimistic future while insisting the light hasn't gone out is one that will resonate well beyond comedy fans.

Event Details

Wednesday 5 - Sunday 30 August 2026

All performances at 19:20

25 performances

60 minutes

Belly Dancer

66 Cowgate

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1 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Ticket Price

£10

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the show?

The show runs for 60 minutes.

Where is it performed?

At the Belly Dancer as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

What is the age guidance?

Suitable for ages 14 and over.

How much are tickets?

Tickets start from £10. See the booking link on this page for current pricing.

What content warnings apply?

Strong language and swearing.

What style of comedy is Paul Foot: The Future?

The listing describes Paul Foot as a pioneering alt-comedy performer. The show is a new stand-up solo show exploring ideas about the future, optimism and finding light in dark times.

About This Comedy Show

Paul Foot: The Future is a comedy performance at Belly Dancer 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: Belly Dancer

Belly Dancer 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: £10 - £16

Age Guidance: 14+

Content Warnings: Strong language/swearing

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.Paul Foot: The Future represents the comedy excellence that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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