Work in Progress

Work in Progress by Russell Howard is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at Pleasance Courtyard. It has 8 performances listed, running from Wed 5 Aug, 16:00 to Wed 12 Aug, 16:00. The run has finished — every listed performance has taken place.

About this show

One of 'the world's top comedians' (Sunday Times) performs eight intimate work-in-progress shows.

Details

  • Performer: Russell Howard
  • Venue: Pleasance Courtyard
  • Space: Pleasance One
  • Genre: COMEDY, Stand-up, Work in Progress
  • Country: UNITED KINGDOM - ENGLAND
  • Running time: 60 minutes
  • Room size: about 299 seats (Pleasance One) — the Fringe box office sells a share of the room, not all of it
  • Performances listed: 8, of which 0 still to come and on sale

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access: lift
  • Access features: Step-free access, Accessible toilet, Hearing loop
  • Venue notes: Accessible entry: Queue in cobbled courtyard. Access to space via locked lift, please notify venue ahead of your visit if you require use of the lift and ask at Info Shed upon arrival for access. Performance space is on First floor, 25 steps up a permanent stone staircase with handrails. Wheelchair access type:Lift (Building Lift) Stairs: 20+ 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

  • Wed 5 Aug, 16:00 — Already performed — £15.00
  • Thu 6 Aug, 16:00 — Already performed — £15.00
  • Fri 7 Aug, 16:00 — Already performed — £15.00
  • Sat 8 Aug, 16:00 — Already performed — £15.00
  • Sun 9 Aug, 16:00 — Already performed — £15.00
  • Mon 10 Aug, 16:00 — Already performed — £15.00
  • Tue 11 Aug, 16:00 — Already performed — £15.00
  • Wed 12 Aug, 16:00 — Already performed — £15.00

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