The French Fringe

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The french fringe is one of the most popular comedy festivals in Britain. It has been around since 19 forty seven, and attracts a wide range of artists. This year's line-up includes nish cume, jose long, stuart lee among other big names. The majority of performances still take place in pop up or converted spaces such as university rooms.

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