
Patrick Monahan: I’m Not A Terrorist – I’m Freddie Mercury
Wed 5 Aug · 01:00
Gilded Balloon Patter House
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Patrick Monahan brings his show *I’m Not A Terrorist – I’m Freddie Mercury* to the Gilded Balloon Patter House on Wednesday 5 August 2026. The comedian, who arrived in England from Iran in 1980, explores the absurdity of being mistaken for a terrorist by drawing parallels with Freddie Mercury. His set blends personal anecdotes about visa checks and restricted access with a warm, playful energy that the Scotsman has described as an irresistible force. Running for 60 minutes, the performance delivers a sharp, witty take on identity and prejudice. Ticket prices are available on the venue’s website.
The show blends personal anecdotes about visa checks and restricted access with a warm, playful energy. Patrick Monahan's set delivers a sharp, witty take on identity and prejudice, drawing parallels with Freddie Mercury. The performance lasts for 60 minutes.
Patrick Monahan is a comedian who has been praised for his unique brand of humor. He has been described as "clever, very funny and hugely likeable" by the Scottish Field, and has been praised for having audiences in stitches from the start by One4Review.co.uk.
Ticket prices are available on the venue's website.
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Patrick Monahan: I’m Not A Terrorist – I’m Freddie Mercury takes place on Wednesday, 5 August 2026 at 01:00.
Patrick Monahan: I’m Not A Terrorist – I’m Freddie Mercury is held at Gilded Balloon Patter House in Edinburgh (3 Chambers Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1HT).
Tickets for Patrick Monahan: I’m Not A Terrorist – I’m Freddie Mercury can be booked via whatsoninedinburgh.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Patrick Monahan: I’m Not A Terrorist – I’m Freddie Mercury
Editorial Summary
Patrick Monahan brings his show *I’m Not A Terrorist – I’m Freddie Mercury* to the Gilded Balloon Patter House on Wednesday 5 August 2026. The comedian, who arrived in England from Iran in 1980, explores the absurdity of being mistaken for a terrorist by drawing parallels with Freddie Mercury. His set blends personal anecdotes about visa checks and restricted access with a warm, playful energy that the Scotsman has described as an irresistible force. Running for 60 minutes, the performance delivers a sharp, witty take on identity and prejudice. Ticket prices are available on the venue’s website.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
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The show blends personal anecdotes about visa checks and restricted access with a warm, playful energy. Patrick Monahan's set delivers a sharp, witty take on identity and prejudice, drawing parallels with Freddie Mercury. The performance lasts for 60 minutes.
Patrick Monahan is a comedian who has been praised for his unique brand of humor. He has been described as "clever, very funny and hugely likeable" by the Scottish Field, and has been praised for having audiences in stitches from the start by One4Review.co.uk.
Ticket prices are available on the venue's website.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Patrick Monahan: I’m Not A Terrorist – I’m Freddie Mercury?
Patrick Monahan: I’m Not A Terrorist – I’m Freddie Mercury takes place on Wednesday, 5 August 2026 at 01:00.
Where is Patrick Monahan: I’m Not A Terrorist – I’m Freddie Mercury taking place?
Patrick Monahan: I’m Not A Terrorist – I’m Freddie Mercury is held at Gilded Balloon Patter House in Edinburgh (3 Chambers Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1HT).
How do I get tickets for Patrick Monahan: I’m Not A Terrorist – I’m Freddie Mercury?
Tickets for Patrick Monahan: I’m Not A Terrorist – I’m Freddie Mercury can be booked via whatsoninedinburgh.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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