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Welcome to The Pub! 🗣️This is the bit of the community that’s less “what’s on this week” and more “what are we all chatting about”.Think of it like the pub after the gig (a big thank you to Indulis for the inspiration!) Just a place to hang out, talk nonsense, answer silly polls, share opinions and generally loiter...I’ll be dropping the odd BTS or mildly pointless thought in here 😉, and you’re very welcome to do the same. Join in loads, dip in occasionally or you know, just sit in the corner nursing a drink. All acceptable pub behaviour!Pull up a chair and make yourself at home.Cheers!

Kai A.

September 03

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Some behind-the-scenes pics of Fringe 2026! We're properly exhausted but feel super proud. If you went up to Edinburgh, post some pics in the comments so we can all reminisce.🤗

Kai A.

August 27

And the winner is...SAM ELEY IS BASIL CRUMBWICK! 🏆

A special congrats to our amazing runner-ups: Scout Boxall and Dane Buckley. Thank you for voting, NextUppers! Basil now has to figure out how on earth to get this 2m trophy back home. 🤣

Kai A.

August 24

NextUppers! How would you feel about a commemorative Fringe '26 merch drop? 👕 We’re thinking of putting together a custom t-shirt featuring every single act we streamed this year to wrap up the month. Would you wear/get one?

Yes

57 %

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21 votes

Gerry

August 23

For Kai 🤣

Gerry

August 22

Just been watching some really old stuff from my collection and just enjoyed this... From 1987

Kai A.

August 16

• Edited (Aug 16, 2026)

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And the nominees are...🏆

Last week, you and our expert Fringe scouts faced the impossible task of nominating comedians for The Biggest Award in Comedy - NextUp’s iconic 2.04m trophy.

Narrowing it down to just 20 was brutal (the Fringe is spoiling us this year), but the shortlist is officially in!

Now, it’s up to you lot. VOTE HERE to crown the winner of this very, very serious inflatable honour.

What’s at stake for the winner?

🏆 A massive 2.04m inflatable trophy
💨 An electric air pump (essential)
🧳 A bespoke carry case to show it off on the go
💰 £500 cash
🎥 The option to record their special with NextUp

Gerry

August 15

Woke up this morning and for a moment I thought it was Sunday and thought oh $#!* I forgot about the Livestream last night. My phone assured me it was only Saturday 🙂

Kai A.

August 13

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Throwback Thursday! (Fringe Edition) 🫶

A little something fun for you guys this evening! Can you guess who these Fringe comedians are, based on their childhood pics? We're livestreaming all of them.

Answers will be revealed on our socials at 6pm (BST). 🤗

Kai A.

August 11

Have you nominated a comedian for the Biggest Award in Comedy yet? (If no, check the comments for the link to vote!)🏆

Yes!

24 %

Not yet - but I will!

76 %

21 votes

Kai A.

August 09

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Behind the Scenes of Fringe 📸

Here's some BTS images as our Team heads up to Edinburgh this month. Some awesome shows have been watched, many a date have been eaten and countless dogs cuddled so far. Can't wait to share more!🤗