The Improv Show is an evening of comedy based entirely on audience suggestions, as multiple improv teams create sketches and scenes (with no preparation) before your very eyes! The comedians have no script, so it's a completely unique and different show every time!

Each show features critically-acclaimed, award-winning improv comedy groups from the Edinburgh Fringe and beyond! Combined with the very best up-and-coming improv acts, resident hosts, and maybe even a musical surprise or two - The Improv Show is a top quality night of completely ad-libbed entertainment.

Top Alternative Comedy at Edinburgh's #1 rated Comedy Club. As the reviews say… “Fantastic” acts, a “well priced” bar in a “great intimate atmosphere”. “Don't miss if you're in Edinburgh!”. See our website or social media (Twitter, Facebook and Instagram) for the latest line-ups.

29th January 2024

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15th April 2024

13th May 2024

10th June 2024

8th July 2024

8pm (105mins with Interval)

£6 per person. £4 for Students*.

*Use Promotion Code 1STUDENT, 2STUDENTS, 3STUDENTS, 4STUDENTS, 5STUDENTS or 6STUDENTS for discount.

Venue Doors Open at least 30 minutes before show starts - Unreserved Seating - No standing - Everyone gets a seat - Table Service throughout the show.

Please contact us at boxoffice@monkeybarrelcomedy.com for alternative group size arrangements or group bookings of 7 or more. See Terms and Conditions for more information.

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"Monkey Barrel’s stock is high" The Scotsman

"The Best Comedy Club in the World" Olga Koch

"Fringe Heroes" The Metro

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Scotland's Best Comedy Venue (Chortle Awards 2023)

Home to both of last year's Dave's Edinburgh Comedy Awards winners and Sky Best Comedy Show 2023