Comedian and harpist Caitriona Dowden invites you into the world of traditional Irish music in this award-nominated show about family history, folklore and the ways that music can connect us with our heritage. Along the way, expect stories of medieval banquets, 21st-century pub sessions and altercations with Morris dancers. Leicester Comedy Festival Best New Show nominee 2026. Chortle Best Newcomer nominee 2025. Chortle Student Comedy Award Winner 2022. 'Irresistibly idiosyncratic' (TheWeeReview.com), 'Blissfully esoteric... a special talent' (Fest), 'Comedy that goes where no laughs have ever been got before... absolutely hilarious' (Scotsman).
Upcoming Dates
Date: Sun 8 Nov 2026
Venue: Nottingham Fisher Gate Point
Price: £8
Show starts: 15:30 (Doors open approx 30 mins earlier)
Reviews
It's the Fringe, so of course, Caitriona Dowden isn't the only person in Edinburgh with a harp – but she surely IS the only person presenting…
31/08/2026