In our ongoing Edinburgh Fringe 2026 interview series, we are speaking to artists and creatives who are bringing their shows to the Scottish capital this summer.
In this interview, we speak with Danny Matinee about his show 199 Jokes Before Lunchtime.
What can you tell me about your show?
It's 199 (or so) jokes before lunchtime, including props, pictures, extremely new jokes, "guess the punchline", "provide the set-up"...and all family-friendly.
How would you describe the style of your show to anyone who has never seen you before?
Some are like dad jokes, some might involve a bit of learning/re-learning things from school along the way.
What makes 2026 the perfect year for this specific story or performance?
Actually, 2026 has been a difficult year for me, because like a lot of stand-ups, I've lost my voice.
But then, according to the Chinese calendar, it is the Year of the Hoarse.
If you couldn’t use a flyer to attract audiences, what ridiculous object would you hand out to people to get them into your show?
A jar of Marmite. It's the yeast I can do.
What is the one item in your Fringe Survival Kit that you can’t live without this month?
A coffee at Cafe 1505.
What would you deem as success at the end of the Fringe?Feeling that the show has improved and people have enjoyed it.
Other than your own show, are there any other shows you would recommend at the Fringe this year?
Celya AB, Nish Kumar, Tim Vine. I've never seen Josh Pugh do a whole show before and am sure that will be good.
What is one Edinburgh spot that you would recommend people to visit when they're not watching performances?
It's worth getting to Portobello beach. (Great bookshop too.)
Can you describe the show in 5 words?199 Jokes Before Lunchtime. Guaranteed.
What would you hope someone takes away from seeing the show?
Joy.
When and where can people see the show?11.50am, Theatre 2@theSpace
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