Stand-Up, Alternative Comedy

Wanting to be Cool, Having to be Funny with Jack Shep

By Jack Shep

Monday 17 August: 8.30pm

This performance is currently sold out. Standing tickets will be released 24 hours before the performance.

Produced by Queenie Miller for Hat Trick Productions

Cult comedy night Wanting to be Cool, Having to be Funny makes a one-night-only appearance at Fringe 2026, hosted by SNL UK's Jack Shep. Featuring a TBC list of the best comics in the world. At least to those who are freaky and know how to have a laugh. ‘Effortlessly and intimidatingly cool’ (The Independent)

This will be a special stripped-back version of the hit comedy show, reimagined for Shedinburgh.