The Jolly Fisherman
The Jolly Fisherman is a show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, performing at Underbelly, George Square. It has 27 performances listed, running from Wed 5 Aug, 12:45 to Mon 31 Aug, 12:45. The run has finished — every listed performance has taken place.
About this show
From the multi-award winning producers of London smash-hit Brixton Calling, comes a stunning new story. The story of Alan, Amir and England. Inspired by true events in London's East End, two boyhood best friends must hold tightly to their friendship as their worlds pull them further apart. This is a play about who we are now and the places we call home. Starring Alex Hill (global Fringe-phenomenon Why I Stuck A Flare Up My Arse For England) and Jonny Khan (Olivier-nominated The Shitheads).
Details
- Venue: Underbelly, George Square
- Space: Buttercup
- Genre: THEATRE, New writing
- Country: UNITED KINGDOM - ENGLAND
- Running time: 60 minutes
- Room size: about 72 seats (Buttercup) — the Fringe box office sells a share of the room, not all of it
- Performances listed: 27, of which 0 still to come and on sale
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: level
- Access features: Step-free access, Accessible toilet, Relaxed performances
- Venue notes: Accessible entry: Level access into the space. There is a slight lip on door frame. Wheelchair access type:Level Access Stairs: None Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.
What the reviewers said
We have captured 14 published reviews and 32 audience reviews for this show from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe’s own listing. The excerpts below are the reviewers’ words, not ours — follow each link for the full review.
From start to finish, you’ll be captivated by this timely tale that is as tender as it is hilarious.
— The List (4 out of 5 stars)
A beautifully crafted story of friendship, belonging and the fault lines that open up when the world around us starts to change.
— Theatre Now (5 out of 5 stars)
The on-stage dynamics between Hill and Khan are excellent. Their timing is excellent, and they have a believable friendship.
— Theatre and Art Reviews (4 out of 5 stars)
Performance dates and ticket availability
- Wed 5 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £8.50
- Thu 6 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £8.50
- Fri 7 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £8.50
- Sat 8 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sun 9 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £13.00
- Mon 10 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £13.00
- Tue 11 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £13.00
- Wed 12 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £12.00
- Thu 13 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £12.00
- Fri 14 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sat 15 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sun 16 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £13.00
- Tue 18 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £12.00
- Wed 19 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £12.00
- Thu 20 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £12.00
- Fri 21 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sat 22 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sun 23 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sun 23 Aug, 14:15 — Already performed — £14.50
- Mon 24 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £12.00
- Tue 25 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £12.00
- Wed 26 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £12.00
- Thu 27 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £12.00
- Fri 28 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sat 29 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £13.00
- Sun 30 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £13.00
- Mon 31 Aug, 12:45 — Already performed — £12.00