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Have you ever tested your mettle? Ever tested metal? Neither? No bother, Luke Benson did the former: it didn't go well, or did it? Embrace your inner adventurer and explore exploring, mythology and ... enjoy some jokes.

After their hit dad-rock album Dark Side of the Moob, the boys are back with another collection of witty, elegant, sophisticated and, at times, rather unpleasant songs. Warning: childish content.

Two comedians attempt to fuse their contrasting styles into a fully complementary comedy peanut butter and jam sandwich. Patrick is allergic to peanut butter, Chris hates jam, but still! Guest performers feature.

Tony, 33, wonders: could he have achieved more in life by not spending 20 years playing video games? Join one of the north-east’s hottest talents in his debut hour to find out.

Want to be a doctor, but can't be bothered with the inconvenience of six years at medical school? This hilarious lecture is for you. 'Extremely funny. Never less than utterly clever' (Telegraph).

An early afternoon, discount show with another four of the hottest unknown acts on the first step of the ladder to success. Midday giggles with the future stars of comedy. Hand-picked by experts!

The ‘terrific and impassioned storyteller with well-written gags' (Skinny) struggles to believe the life he's found himself in. 'Uplifting experience' (ThreeWeeks). 'Refreshing and novel ... this guy's got a sharp eye for funny' **** (Festival Journal).

Fringe is not over yet! Your last chance to see the pick of the Fringe with the most outrageous fringe stories. Host: award-winning Bob Slayer. 'Hilarious Fringe legend' ***** (Leicester Mercury). www.pay-what-you-want.info

It's a show about feminism without all the boring preachy bits, plus it's very funny too. 'One of the best female acts on the circuit' (GQ). ‘Packed with fine routines and beautifully written gags’ (Scotsman).

Each night see four exciting new acts performing ten-minute sets. All our comedians have been hand-picked from a super ethical fair trade farm, where they have been grown in only the finest organic dog poo.