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Balancing the Books… and the Jokes: James Tricky Brings Don’t Count On Me to the Fringe

Join James Tricky at the Fringe with his debut show, Don’t Count On Me. Discover how James Tricky balances comedy and accountancy.

14 July 2025·1 min read
Balancing the Books… and the Jokes: James Tricky Brings Don’t Count On Me to the Fringe

In his debut solo hour Don’t Count On Me, comedian and chartered accountant James Tricky explores what happens when you trade spreadsheets for spotlights - and why sometimes the riskiest choice is the one you can’t ignore. Ahead of his Edinburgh Fringe run, he talks to Hinton Magazine about his unlikely path from finance to funny, the reactions of family and colleagues, and what he hopes audiences take away (besides a newfound love for tomato purée).

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