A brand-new venue in partnership between Paradise Palms and Gilded Balloon

A Mind Full is the story of one man's healing journey, from chasing dopamine and dreams to moving into a Buddhist community and trying (badly) to meditate. Blending stand-up, storytelling and theatrical moments, A Mind Full explores what happens when a wide boy with ADHD and impulse issues goes full mindfulness. Along the way: spiritual bypassing, compulsive behaviour and the ongoing tension between craving peace and needing the spotlight. A raw, funny and painfully relatable look at what happens when you try to heal... and your brain has other plans.

Steve Whiteley: A Mind Full

Story Platform was created to uplift Scottish artists through comedy, music and more! Starting on Monday of every show week, our writers and comedians choose a theme, create a show and perform it the following Friday. Come see our Fringe show which combines the Best Of sketches from 2025's monthly live shows.

Story Platform Comedy Show

Award-winning (nearly) rising star Raj Poojara (BBC New Comedy Awards finalist, So You Think You’re Funny? finalist) brings his WIP to the Fringe! Fresh from supporting Jamali Maddix, Milton Jones and Laura Smyth, Raj reflects on his Indian upbringing in the UK, the pressure of being the family’s last hope, and the wild career choices that made his parents question everything. Expect sharp stand-up, big laughs and stories his mum wishes he’d kept quiet. If you’ve ever disappointed your family but still wanted applause – this one’s for you.

Raj Poojara – Dice (Work in Progress)

Award-nominated work-in-progress stand-up show from So You Think You’re Funny winner, BBC New Comedy Award finalist and Chortle Best Newcomer nominee Omar Badawy. After a sell-out run in top London comedy clubs, Omar shares stories about dating for his mum, getting a free nose job and the absurdity of kebab shops. Omar makes these unique experiences both relatable and hilarious. 'A veritable gag-machine, with tightly packed zingers' (Chortle.co.uk). 'The slick routine boasts distinctive jokes and is delivered with a winning poise' (Chortle.co.uk).

Omar Badawy: Culture Cuck (WIP)

Step into a daring night of secrets, stories and transformation. Each evening, an iconic Scottish artist opens The Cabinet – unveiling a never-before-told, deeply personal confession. From this raw revelation, the performer creates a one-night-only piece: powerful, emotional and impossible to repeat. Born in Berlin’s infamous cabaret scene and a sensation at Tipsy Bear’s legendary SCHWEINHAUS nights, this electrifying experience produced by Make It Happen Studio, makes its Fringe debut. Led by the winner of the 2024 Binge Fringe Queer Performers Award, The Cabinet invites you to witness the intimate, the unpredictable, and the unforgettable.

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