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James Doherty II

The Ultimate Guide to Taskmaster Contestants at Edinburgh Fringe 2024

Taskmaster has become a comedic institution not only in the UK but worldwide. Originally made for Edinburgh Fringe in 2010 by Alex Horne, the show was adapted to television since they cannot make enough episodes to keep up with demand. This has led to (currently being developed) spin-offs and international versions galore. Each series, five comedians, musicians, presenters, and other entertainers compete by solving seemingly simple tasks in the most creative way possible. It's a beautiful window into the minds of those we deem most creative in society. Here is the guide for all the contestants and contributors performing at Edinburgh Fringe 2024.

Taskmaster UK Contestants

Sara Pascoe - Series 3

actress Sara Pascoe looking to the side

Sara Pascoe: I Am A Strange Gloop (WIP) Jul 29-31 Aug 1-9 Monkey Barrel Comedy - Monkey Barrel 3 12:00 - 13:00

 

Mark Watson - Series 5

comedian Mark Watson squatting on a street outdoors

Mark Watson: Work-In-Progress Is Not a Cop-Out, It Demonstrates Respect For The Paying Audience Aug 1-11, 14-18, 21-22 The Stand Comedy Club 2 - Stand 2 14:50 - 15:50

 

Nish Kumar - Series 5

comedian Nish Kumar pushing his hand into his cheek

Nish Kumar: Nish, Don't Kill My Vibe (Work-in-Progress)

Aug 2-16, 19-25

 

Rose Matafeo - Series 9, Host/Taskmaster for Junior Taskmaster (in development)

repeating image of comedienne Rose Matafeo in purple and green

Rose Matafeo: On and On and On Aug 9-16, 18-25

17:30 - 18:30

 

Desiree Burch - Series 12

image of comedienne Desiree Burch with a surprised look

Desiree Burch – The Golden Wrath (WIP)

Aug 12-13

Aug 14

19:50 - 20:50

 

Sophie Duker - Series 13 + Champion of Champions III

actress Sophie Duker with tears made of candlewax wearing a large white bow

Sophie Duker: BUT DADDY I LOVE HER


Jul 31, Aug 1-13, 15-25

19:00 - 20:00

 

Fern Brady - Series 14

comedienne Fern brady squirting milk out of her breast to a man on his knees

Fern Brady: I Gave You Milk to Drink

Aug 22

19:30 - 21:10

 

Dara Ó Briain - Series 14 + Champion of Champions III

comedian Dara O Briain feigning dramatically

Dara Ó Briain: My Entire Life is a Work In Progress (Work in Progress)


Aug 12-25

18:50 - 19:50

 

Ivo Graham - Series 15

actor Ivo Graham wearing a white shirt surrounded by white plants

Ivo Graham: Grand Designs


Jul 31, Aug 1-6, 8-12, 16-25

 

Kiell Smith-Bynoe - Series 15 + Champion of Champions III

actor Kiell Smith-Bynoe looking at the camera like a 90s sitcom

Kiell Smith-Bynoe & Friends: Kool Story Bro


Aug 15-21

23:30 - 00:30

 

Sue Perkins - Series 16

comedienne Sue Perkins looking like she is reflecting and laughing on the past

Sue Perkins: A Piece of Work in Progress

15:30 - 16:30

 

Joanne McNally - Series 17

comedienne Joanna McNally with one leg raised and arms crossed

Joanne McNally: Work in Progress

15:30 - 16:15

 

Taskmaster Australia


Rhys Nicholson: Huge Big Party Congratulations!

Tom Cashman: Everything


 

Taskmaster New Zealand


Melanie Bracewell: Attack of the Melanie Bracewell


Paul Williams Plays the Hits Paul Williams: Mamiya 7


Ray O'Leary: Your Laughter Is Just Making Me Stronger


Two Hearts: Til Death Do Us Hearts (Laura Daniel)

Guy Williams: This Glass House Makes It Easy to See All the Cowards I'm Throwing Stones At

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