About
The "Best of the Edinburgh Fest" brings the finest acts from the renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe to Australian audiences.
Get ready to experience Mark Simmons (UK), Andy Askins (UK) and Harry Stachini (UK) for an unforgettable evening with non-stop comedy presented by Mary Tobin Presents with Special Guest performances.
This celebrated showcase of stand-up comedy features a handpicked lineup of top comedians that will have you “smiling beginning to end, and slightly out of breath from laughing so much” (This is Radelaide).
Mark Simmons will get you every time with his sharp one-liners. He has been featured on BBC’s "Mock The Week" and BT Sport, and often delves into the intricacies of joke-writing with fellow comedians.
Then, Andy Askins is celebrated for his offbeat original comic songs and parodies. The sought-after headliner in the UK comedy circuit constantly surprises audiences with routines that are described as masterpieces.
Harry Stachini has a unique way to incorporate modern observational storytelling into his comedy. His second solo show, "Grenade," was a roaring success at the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe, praised for his "polished performance, honest observations and relatable material" by the Scottish Field.
If you want to experience the very best of current comedy, get you tickets for "Best of the Edinburgh Fest"!
How To Get There
The "Best of the Edinburgh Fest" is held at the Athenaeum Theatre in Melbourne. The address is 188 Collins Street, Melbourne Athenaeum, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, 3000. You can get there by:
- Bus: if you are travelling by bus, you can take bus numbers 207, 220, 234, 250, 251, 350, 605 and 905 to the theatre
- Train: the closest train station to the theatre is Flinders Station, with the lines CRAIGIEBURN, GLEN WAVERLEY, HURSTBRIDGE, MERNDA, and WERRIBEE.
- Tram: you can easily travel to the Athenaeum Theatre by tram as any Collins or Swanston Street tram stops which are next to the theatre. Tram lines 11, 72, and 86.
- Car Park: the nearest car parks to the Athenaeum Theatre are Wilson Parking – Flinders Gate, Council House Car Park, T&G Building Car Park, and Paramount Car Park.
