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Edinburgh Fringe venue admits unlawful discrimination against Jewish comedian after cancelling show
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The Independent
Edinburgh Fringe venue admits unlawful discrimination against Jewish comedian after cancelling show
Philip Simon’s show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe was cancelled in 2025
17 Aug, 12:21
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Edinburgh Fringe Festival venue admits discriminating cancelled Jewish comedian
A venue has admitted discriminating against a Jewish comedian when it cancelled his show at least year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Philip Simon, a stand-up comedian, was set to perform his show "Shall I Compere Thee In A Funny Way" at the Banshee Labyrinth, on the city's Niddry Street.
But the venue cancelled his show, claiming it was because of his views on the Gaza conflict.
In a statement given at the time to i…
18 Aug, 04:55