The news has been on fire for so long now we're probably out of petrol. Should we all just embrace societal collapse and enter our Last Days of Rome era? This is a show about sex, politics, ageing, nihilism, and maybe hope. In a world where we're always told to pick a side, is there a third option?

After sell out shows across the Edinburgh Fringe in 2023 and 2024, Alexandra Haddow brings her UK debut tour across the UK in 2025!

Best New Show nominee (Leicester Comedy Festival 2023) and British Comedy Guide recommended. Tour support for Frankie Boyle, Bill Bailey and Tommy Tiernan. As seen and heard on Comedy Central, Channel4, BBC 6 Music and BBC Radio 4 Extra.

'One of the most exciting new acts on the circuit.' - Frankie Boyle

‘A whole lot of laughs’ - The Skinny

'Haddow is going places' - London Evening Standard

‘Defiantly optimistic in a way that’s both refreshing and empowering.’ - Rolling Stone

‘Superbly assured [...] downright impressive’ – The Quintessential Review

‘The laughs come easily and consistently’ - The Reviews Hub

Praise for Third Party:

****  Beyond The Joke

**** EdFringeReview "A remarkable talent for stand up comedy"

**** A Youngish Perspective “always funny, never predictable”

**** The Real Chrisparkle “Not to be missed!"

Saturday 1st March 2025

18:00 (70 min)

£14

Venue Doors and Bar open up to one hour before show - Unreserved Seating - No standing - Everyone gets a seat 

Suitability: 16+ (Guideline). Under 16s must leave the venue by 10pm. Under 18s must leave the venue by 11pm.

Accessibility: Full accessibility info for all our venues can be found on www.monkeybarrelcomedy.com. Alternatively, please contact boxoffice@monkeybarrelcomedy.com with access inquires. 

Groups: 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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Home to both of 2022's Edinburgh Comedy Awards winners and Sky Best Comedy Show 2023

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A "Year-round Edinburgh institution" The List

"Redefining what weekend comedy can and should be" British Comedy Guide