Before It Overtakes Us

Before It Overtakes Us by Mark Watson is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at Pleasance Courtyard. It has 3 performances listed, running from Thu 27 Aug, 23:15 to Sat 29 Aug, 23:15. 3 performances are currently on sale through the Fringe box office.

About this show

Taskmaster cheeky texts icon, multi award-winner, YouTube cult figure, BBC Radio 4's favourite and recently Baby Reindeer actor. A recent encounter with a stranger caused Mark to spend some time pondering the uncertain future facing humanity. After seasons at the Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Brisbane Comedy Festivals, as well a huge national tour and a 100% sell-out at last year's Fringe, he brings the show back to Edinburgh for three final performances. 'Unlike anything else I've seen' * (Telegraph). 'Genius-level' * (Time Out). 'One of the most genuinely joyous presences in comedy' (Times).

Details

  • Performer: Mark Watson
  • Venue: Pleasance Courtyard
  • Genre: COMEDY, Stand-up
  • Country: UNITED KINGDOM - ENGLAND
  • Running time: 60 minutes
  • Ed Fringe Guide rating: Good
  • Performances listed: 3, of which 3 currently on sale

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access: ramp
  • Access features: Step-free access, Accessible toilet, Hearing loop
  • Venue notes: Accessible entry: Ramped entrance via driveway off main road. Seats while queuing available inside. Wheelchair access type:Permanent Ramp Stairs: None Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

Performance dates and ticket availability

  • Thu 27 Aug, 23:15 — On sale, 86% of allocation left — £21.00
  • Fri 28 Aug, 23:15 — On sale, 87% of allocation left — £21.00
  • Sat 29 Aug, 23:15 — On sale, 89% of allocation left — £21.00

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