Edinburgh Fringe 2025 – Comedy Round‑Up (Day Twelve)
Tuesday 12 August 2025—the second week was well underway, and comedy continued to dominate the chatter at the Fringe.
Reviews of the Day
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Lorna Rose Treen – 24 Hour Diner People
Returning after her Best Newcomer win, Treen’s character-driven surrealism was praised for its inventive staging and bold, absurdist energy.
→ The Guardian review -
Sam Nicoresti – Baby Doomer
Nicoresti’s blend of generational anxiety, multimedia gags, and intimate storytelling struck critics as both thoughtful and subversively funny.
→ Chortle review
Ongoing Highlights
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Big‑Name Acts like Tim Key, Michelle Wolf, Bridget Christie, and Ahir Shah continue to draw sell‑out crowds.
→ The Times roundup -
Guardian Picks such as Cat Cohen and Jacqueline Novak keep appearing on “must‑see” lists.
→ Guardian/Vogue feature -
Best Jokes So Far lists remain lively, with Olaf Falafel, Adele Cliff, and Johnny Pelham standing out.
→ The Times jokes feature
Takeaway for Day 12
- Lorna Rose Treen confirms her rising-star status with another hit of absurdist character comedy.
- Sam Nicoresti shows how Fringe experimentation and generational commentary can land with wit.
- Veterans and lists continue to shape the festival’s comedy landscape.
In short: Day Twelve demonstrated the Fringe’s ability to mix surrealism, anxiety-driven humour, and star power all in one evening.