‘BEST IN CLASS’ ANNOUNCE 2026 LINE UP
The selected acts will work alongside Best in Class directors Sian Davies, Tom Mayhew and Dani Johns to plan and deliver the Fringe showcase. As well as performing, the scheme offers invaluable insight into Fringe planning and production, opening doors to future solo shows while building networks, experience and confidence.
Review: Gobby Girls – The After Party
Get the Gobby Girls on television! this ensemble of incredibly talented performers, writers, directors and producers is ready to go. All the ingredients are there – great scripts, brilliant performances, excellent direction and an understanding of what it’s like to be a funny woman, whatever your age.
Introducing our Glitter Challenge cohort coming to the Edinburgh Fringe 2025…Robin Golinski
In 2025 Funny Women proudly launched The Glitter Challenge, mentoring 10 amazing women who have taken on a unique Comedy Challenge to raise vital funds for The Glitter Project. Each challenger will be mentored by an experienced comedian, helping them write and perfect their own unique 5 minute set. The challenge culminates with a night of stand up, our challengers appearing live on stage at the world’s largest arts festival, Edinburgh Fringe 2025.
Q&A: Laurie Magers, Do You Accept These Charges
Laurie Magers speaks to Funny Women about ‘Do You Accept These Charges?’ a true, narrative solo comedy show about the time she dated a violent incarcerated multi-felon.
Q&A: Daisy Doris May, Big Night Out
Award-winning drag king, actor and writer Daisy Doris May tells us about taking BIG NIGHT OUT, a sketch show meets cabaret meets one wild party, to the Edinburgh Fringe 2025.
Q&A : Emmeline Downie, Brainsluts
Emmeline Downie talks to Funny Women about performing in Dan Bishop’s ‘Brainsluts’ at the Edinburgh Fringe 2025.
