Two comedy acts to perform Fringe preview shows in Alloa

Both Ryan Cullen and Kate Hammer will be performing at The Royal Oak <i>(Image: Substate)</i>
Both Ryan Cullen and Kate Hammer will be performing at The Royal Oak (Image: Substate)
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Alloa is set to host exclusive pre-Edinburgh Festival Fringe comedy shows next month.

Substate Comedy Club is bringing Ryan Cullen and Kate Hammer to The Royal Oak on Friday, June 12.

The stand-up acts will be performing their brand-new shows for local audiences ahead of their Edinburgh Fringe appearances.

Cullen, who organisers say is known for his sharp one-liners, will present his show Cullen Me Softly.

Fresh from performing at LA's Comedy Store, his act is known for 'tackling everything from global chaos to the darker corners of everyday life with precision and biting wit'.

His show also delves into his own upbringing, offering a mix of personal and universal themes.

Hammer will also perform in Alloa with her new Work in Progress show.

Organisers say her high-energy storytelling and sharp punchlines cover topics like her fight to stay in the UK, navigating online marketplaces, and recovering from a breakup with an identical twin.

Hammer has appeared on BBC Scotland’s Breaking the News, Channel 4, and Roast Battle League, earning praise for her on-stage presence and delivery.

With tickets priced at £10, organisers are encouraging locals to enjoy top-tier stand-up on their doorstep while supporting the local comedy scene.

Tickets are already selling quickly and can be purchased at substate.co.uk.

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