The 24th edition of the Prague Fringe Festival kicks off today, bringing six days of English-language theatre, comedy, and storytelling to Malá Strana. 42 shows and over 130 individual performances from around the globe.
Prague’s original English-language theatre and comedy festival returns for its 24th edition this spring – and it’s shaping up to be a classic. From 26th–31st May, the Prague Fringe Festival will once again transform the iconic venues of Malá Strana into a lively, international stage packed with theatre, comedy, storytelling, and spoken word.
With 42 shows and over 130 individual performances, this year the festival is thrilled to welcome back beloved Fringe favourites including Pip Utton and Gareth Armstrong, whose critically acclaimed solo show Shylock opened the very first Prague Fringe in 2002. They’re joined by brand-new works, international premieres, and exciting newcomers from around the globe.
One of the biggest names on this year’s bill is none other than British comedian Mark Watson, known for his clever, quick-fire humour and appearances on the BBC’s Mock the Week, Taskmaster and beyond. He’ll be headlining a buzzing comedy programme presented in collaboration with Prague’s own Metro Comedy Club – a venue dedicated to stand-up and sketch throughout the week.
Festival Director Steve Gove says, “We’re immensely proud of what this year’s programme represents – a truly international celebration of creativity. From big names like Mark Watson to meaningful stories from India and unmissable Fringe classics, it’s a week that will surprise, provoke and entertain.”
Another major highlight of the 2025 line-up is the Festival of India, featuring four distinct productions from India that bring a vibrant mix of spoken word, comedy, and theatre to the Prague Fringe. Highlights include Love, Laughter & Longing, a poignant spoken word performance by Priya Malik and Simar Singh that delves into themes of identity and desire, and The Chai Queens – A Tale of Love & Longing, a theatrical exploration of love and familial expectations, weaving together narratives that resonate across cultures.
The full programme and tickets are now live at: praguefringe.com/programme
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