Paul Hilleard Debuts GROGG at Edinburgh Fringe

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The solo show runs at Monkey Barrel Studio, exploring Hilleard's working-class Welsh roots in Pontypridd.

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Comedian and podcaster Paul Hilleard (BBC New Comedian of the Year 2024, Chortle Hotshot Winner 2026, Channel 4 Sean Lock Award Finalist 2025) debuts Grogg at the Edinburgh Fringe at the Monkey Barrel Studio.

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Named after the unique figurines made in his hometown of Pontrypridd. 'Grogg' is a show about leaving his dying market town in The Rhondda to chase success on the other side of the Severn. At a time when the individual is king, Paul is determined to make something of himself, relentlessly attempting to blossom into, well ... what? A yoga instructor? Someone who can afford therapy? The third in a polyamorous relationship? Only time will tell. In 'Grogg', Paul considers how the figurines can't survive anywhere but The Valleys... but can he? Will leaving his working-class roots for a middle-class town allow Paul to finally feel comfortable? Or will he always be ... A grogg?

Hailing from Pontypridd in South Wales, Paul Hilleard is an oddball stand-up. BBC New Comedian of the Year 2024, Chortle Hotshot Winner 2026 and Channel 4 Sean Lock Award 2025 Finalist, Paul is one of the UK's best emerging talents, having showcased his daft and dry humour on BBC Wales and Comic Relief. Paul co-hosts the 'Has It Got Legs' and 'Union of Scum' podcasts. He also hosts the monthly Scumbag Comedy Club at The Gaffe in Bristol.

Performances will take place from August 3-30th at Monkey Barrel Studio located at 51 Niddry Street EH1 1LG. Tickets can be purchased at the Edinburgh Fringe's website. Please note: the performance is for ages 18+.

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_Originally reported by [BroadwayWorld](https://www.broadwayworld.com/scotland/article/GROGG-To-Be-Performed-By-Paul-Hilleard-At-Edinburgh-Fringe-20260610)._