
ST ANDREWS
ST ANDREWS

Sunday
28
December
2025
19:00
19:30
22:00
St Andrews Town Hall
Queen's Gardens, St Andrews KY16 9TA
This charismatic comic performs in comedy clubs worldwide where she is in as much demand for her compere abilities as she is for her comedy routine. Her natural stage presence alongside her “healthy neglect” attitude to life proves extremely popular amongst many and varied audiences including the armed forces where she remains as one of the few women to go to military bases to entertain the troops.
She is regularly requested to support other comics on tour the likes of which have included Jenny Éclair, US Comic Louis Ramey, 4 Poofs and a Piano and Tom Stade. She is also a popular TV Warm up artist for studio based shows which have included the BBC1 sitcom The Old Guys and Badults on BBC Three.
“A conversational style with humour so interwoven it seems effortless.”
Chortle
“A performer the audience could have watched all night”
The Herald

Abi Carter-Simpson is a comedian, singer-songwriter and actor whose original ukulele songs combine sharp wit, hilarious heartfelt storytelling and a touch of positivity!She appeared on Britain’s Got Talent 2023, where her original compositions and engaging performances earned her a spot in the semifinals.
Her witty songwriting with ukulele melodies left a lasting impression on both the judges and the audience.Since then, her songs and stand up have captivated over 20 million viewers online and earned her a spot on some of the most prestigious stages and lineups across the country and beyond.
She is a regular on the pro comedy circuit both as an act and an MC and her unique positive, energetic and love-for-life qualities on stage leave any audience feeling at ease.
She has spent many years honing her craft in front of an eclectic mix of audiences from the biggest clubs in the country to military bases to mini tours around Europe - she really has done it all!
No stranger to the festival scene, over the past few years she has added Glastonbury, Reading, Leeds and Download to her roster to name a few and ventures on to the high seas regularly on board a variety of different cruise vessels.
“True star quality” - Simon Cowell
“You’re brilliant!” - Alesha Dixon
“With Abigail’s incredible comedy and voice, she is certainly one to watch out for in the future.” - West End Wilma

Hugely anticipated hour of stand up from the Scottish viral sensation who’s amassed over 45 million views online.
Joe McTernan is bringing his sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to your city and he’s fed up with seeing inspirational life advice online, so join him as he lambasts this motivational nonsense and offers an alternative view which will encourage you to live life to the adequate amount. Expect high energy, observational stand-up and silly nonsense that’s sure to delight.
About Joe…Joe McTernan is a Edinburgh based comedian and has toured with Tom Stade and Steve Hughes (2021). His energetic and personal style has gained him bookings at many gigs across Scotland.He has performed on BBC Scotland’s Television show ‘The Comedy Underground‘, starred and co wrote (Scottish Comedy Award winning) the online sitcom M.U.F.F alongside Daniel Sloss, and has also written and performed in content for BBC Short Stuff.
“I was crying with laughter pretty much throughout the entire performance”★★★★★
ThreeWeeks
“Joe entertained us to a jam packed hour of great comedy material” ★★★★½
One4Review
"His punchlines hit home, providing a laid back perspective on what can be decisive topics…sure to delight with his amusing frustration.”
EdFest Magazine
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