2013's triumphant winner was Bridget Christie, whose passionate, wonderfully silly attack on everyday sexism, 'A Bic for Her', was one of the most talked about shows of the festival, right from day one.
Where to see the 2013 Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Awards nominees
Catch this year's triumphant Edinburgh Fringers live in London
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Each year, the Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Awards panel watch every single one of the 500 plus eligible comedy shows at the Fringe and whittles them down to a shortlist of the funniest comedy shows at the festival. 'But what of us Londonites?' we hear you cry. Don't you worry, for those that couldn't make it to Scotland, most of the nominees are bringing their shows to London.
This page will be updated as the 2013 winners and nominees announce dates in our city, and in the meantime, you can already book tickets for the following.
Winner
Nominees
Carl Donnelly – Now That's What I Carl Donnelly! Volume V
Cheeky, chatty storyteller Carl Donnelly focuses on a wildlife-filled trip to Australia, accidentally shitting your pants, and why the world would be better if we were all gay in his hour of anecdotes.
Holy guacamole! James Acaster quizzically examines his love of mariachi music and attempts to clear the name of Yoko Ono in 'Lawnmower'.
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Super-slick duo Max and Ivan's warm, witty storytelling sketch show about a school reunion is a feelgood triumph.
Mike Wozniak – Take the Hit
Moustachioed maestro Mike Wozniak – or 'The King of Showbusiness', as he prefers to be called – subtly, and quite brilliantly, subverts the comedy cliché of mother-in-law gags in 'Take the Hit'.
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In his epic tribute to Evel Knievel, Nick Helm mixes aggression, desperation and crackin' songs. The 'Nick Helm is fucking amazing' chant will get stuck in your head for days.
Seann Walsh – The Lie-In King
Walsh provides expertly crafted observations on drinking culture, hangovers and, well, being lazy in 'The Lie-In King'. He's developed into a talented physical comedian and an ace impressionist.
Winner
With a monk's wig, a pair of false teeth and a deflated horse costume, John Kearns showed how absurdist comedy should be done and deservedly bagged the 2013 Best Newcomer prize.
Nominees
Aisling Bea – C'est La Bea
Irish charmer Aisling Bea showcases her many talents – hip-hop dancing, hula-hooping, nose-whistling – in her remarkably assured debut.
Barely a sentence goes by in Liam Williams's ultra downbeat, solo show without three or four jokes flying by. It's an intricately written, sophisticated debut.
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Matt Okine – Being Black & Chicken & S#%t
Friendly Aussie youngster Matt Okine discusses his African/European roots in his solo show, as well as throwing in witty observations about seafood and toasters.
Romesh Ranganathan – Rom Com
Romesh Ranganathan proved he's a talent to keep an eye on with his confident stand-up show about his distain for his kids and racial stereotypes.
See all our Edinburgh Fringe comedy reviews
It's near impossible not to have a good time at this disco with a comedy twist
A hugely impressive debut show crammed full of inventive ideas
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The king of British anti-comedy's back with more shambolic brilliance
Munnery's sequel to 'Fylm-Makker' is as inventive as ever
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Sophisticated, beautifully written misanthropy from a superb newcomer
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MOR observations about rage from a mild-mannered comic
An ambitious slow-burner that just about pays off
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Honesty and heart behind self-loathing silliness
A smart, assured debut from a refreshingly nonchalant, deadpan talent
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