Has Keir Starmer Killed Comedy?
Politics Unpacked
Political Comedy at the Edinburgh Fringe
Exploring the impact of the new political era on comedy, this chapter features insights from performers gearing up for the Edinburgh Fringe, discussing how Keir Starmer's arrival has influenced comedy topics. Speakers share anecdotes of audience reactions, challenges of improvising content, and structuring political commentary without scripts. The chapter also delves into a comedian's show centered around the character Sue Grey and the evolution of political comedy styles amidst the changing political landscape.
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