Scotland

Comedy in Scotland isn’t limited to August, to Edinburgh or to the Fringe. Loads of great names are touring new shows around the country this year. From whip-smart storytelling to gloriously awkward confessions and musical satire, we’ve picked out women we love for their fresh perspectives, fearless honesty and big laughs. 



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-aisling-bea-older-than-jesus"><a href="https://www.aislingbea.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Aisling Bea: Older than Jesus</a></h3>



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Effortlessly charismatic with a mischievous edge, Aisling Bea blends sharp political awareness with gloriously unfiltered personal anecdotes. Her latest show promises the kind of warm, biting humour she’s known for – equal parts chaos and control, with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments along the way.



16 April, Whitehall Theatre, Dundee



18 April, Music Hall, Aberdeen



19 April, Kings Theatre, Glasgow



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-stevie-martin-clout"><a href="https://www.steviemartin.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Stevie Martin: Clout</a></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1082" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/stevie-martin-website.jpg" alt="Stevie Martin" class="wp-image-3724" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/stevie-martin-website.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/stevie-martin-website-300x216.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/stevie-martin-website-1024x739.jpg 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/stevie-martin-website-768x554.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



Smart and self-aware, Stevie Martin has built a reputation for skewering millennial life with precision. Clout dives into identity, validation and the absurdity of modern fame, all delivered with her signature blend of awkward charm and quick wit.



22 April, The Stand, Glasgow



24 April, Monkey Barrel, Edinburgh



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-fatiha-el-ghorri-cockney-stacking-doll"><a href="https://www.fatihaelghorri.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Fatiha El-Ghorri: Cockney Stacking Doll</a></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="750" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/03/Fatiha.jpg" alt="Fatiha El Ghourri" class="wp-image-3581" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/03/Fatiha.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/03/Fatiha-300x150.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/03/Fatiha-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/03/Fatiha-768x384.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



Unapologetic, bold and brilliantly funny, Fatiha El-Ghorri brings a fresh voice to the circuit, tackling identity, culture and stereotypes with punchy confidence. If you saw her on Taskmaster, you’ll know to expect sharp observations, fearless punchlines and a whole lot of attitude.



27 May, The Stand, Glasgow



28 May, The Stand, Edinburgh



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-susan-calman-tall-tales"><a href="https://www.susancalman.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Susan Calman: Tall Tales</a></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="844" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/Susan-Calman-blank-2026-1920x1080-1.jpg" alt="Susan Calman" class="wp-image-3725" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/Susan-Calman-blank-2026-1920x1080-1.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/Susan-Calman-blank-2026-1920x1080-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/Susan-Calman-blank-2026-1920x1080-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/Susan-Calman-blank-2026-1920x1080-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



Coming in hot from the Bank of Scotland ads, Susan Calman takes to the stage with joyous, high-energy storytelling that feels like a chat with your funniest friend – if your friend happened to have perfectly honed comedic instincts. Warm, witty and wonderfully escapist.



11 Sept, Eden Court, Inverness



17 Sept, Perth Concert Hall, Perth



18 Sept, EICC, Edinburgh



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-maisie-adam-whatsherface"><a href="https://www.maisieadam.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Maisie Adam: Whatsherface</a></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="844" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/whatsherface1920x1080.jpeg" alt="Maisie Adam" class="wp-image-3727" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/whatsherface1920x1080.jpeg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/whatsherface1920x1080-300x169.jpeg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/whatsherface1920x1080-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/whatsherface1920x1080-768x432.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



Bursting from her recent Last One Laughing appearance with energy and endlessly relatable, Maisie Adam’s comedy is all about finding humour in life’s awkward corners. With her distinctive voice and infectious enthusiasm, Whatsherface is set to be a crowd-pleasing, joy-filled hour.



21 Sept, Whitehall Theatre, Dundee



22 Sept, Tivoli Theatre, Aberdeen



23 Sept, Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-lucy-beaumont-bad-at-quiz-shows-good-with-weirdos"><a href="https://www.lucybeaumont.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lucy Beaumont: Bad at Quiz Shows, Good with Weirdos</a></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="750" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/lucy_beaumont.jpg" alt="Lucy Beaumont" class="wp-image-3728" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/lucy_beaumont.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/lucy_beaumont-300x150.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/lucy_beaumont-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/lucy_beaumont-768x384.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



Deadpan, offbeat and gloriously surreal, Lucy Beaumont leans into her unique comedic voice with stories that feel both peculiar and oddly relatable. Expect gentle absurdity, sideways observations and plenty of unexpected laughs.



3 Nov, Tivoli Theatre, Aberdeen



5 Nov, Whitehall Theatre, Dundee



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-flo-amp-joan-with-feeling"><a href="https://www.floandjoan.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Flo &amp; Joan: With Feeling</a></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/Flo-and-Joan.jpeg" alt="Flo and Joan" class="wp-image-3729" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/Flo-and-Joan.jpeg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/Flo-and-Joan-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/Flo-and-Joan-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/Flo-and-Joan-768x512.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



Masters of musical comedy, Flo &amp; Joan combine clever songwriting with biting satire and perfect comedic timing. Their shows are slick and sharp and their songs are seriously catchy – expect to leave humming along (and quoting your favourite lines for days).



10 Nov, Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow



25 Nov, Tivoli Theatre, Aberdeen



26 Nov, Whitehall Theatre, Dundee



28 Nov, Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-harriet-kemsley-floozy"><a href="https://www.harrietkemsley.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harriet Kemsley: Floozy</a></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1125" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/CopyofHarrietKpink-433_Credit_Stephanie_Sian_Smith.jpg" alt="Harriet Kemsley" class="wp-image-3696" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/CopyofHarrietKpink-433_Credit_Stephanie_Sian_Smith.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/CopyofHarrietKpink-433_Credit_Stephanie_Sian_Smith-300x225.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/CopyofHarrietKpink-433_Credit_Stephanie_Sian_Smith-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/scotland/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2026/04/CopyofHarrietKpink-433_Credit_Stephanie_Sian_Smith-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photograph: Stephanie Sian Smith</figcaption></figure>



Charming, chaotic and disarmingly honest, Harriet Kemsley’s comedy thrives on her off-kilter perspective and endearing awkwardness. Floozy promises a mix of personal tales and unpredictable tangents that somehow come together brilliantly.



12 Nov, Monkey Barrel, Edinburgh



13 Nov, Òran Mór, Glasgow



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