“The whiskey [sic] in Scotland is worth the trip.”
WHO: Kevin James Doyle
WHAT: “After Endgame masterfully combines the strategic nuances of chess with the uproarious comedy of life. Doyle has a wealth of experience teaching over 6500 chess lessons in New York City. In this captivating hour filled with drama and intrigue, Doyle takes the audience on a journey across the world: flown to the vibrant city of Singapore at the behest of a mysterious investor, Doyle found himself imparting chess wisdom to some of the world’s wealthiest individuals. The tension rises as Kevin navigates these high-stakes players, both on and off the chessboard.”
WHERE: Just the Tonic at The Caves – Just Up the Stairs (Venue 88)
WHEN: 17:05 (60 min)
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Is this your first time to Edinburgh?
This is my third time at Edinburgh Fringe. I came in 2017 with a show called The 30 Year Old Virgin and it was the scariest experience to be on the flight heading over to this festival I had heard so much about. Wondering if anyone would come see my show, what reviews I would get, if I would make any friends. It turned out to be an incredible experience. Then 2019 was even better since I knew what to expect as far as flyering and how to get rest. Both of my shows have been filmed as comedy specials now, so I have found it a perfect place to perform, perfect material and then put it out into the world. And the whiskey [sic] in Scotland is worth the trip.
What are the big things you’ve learned since 2023 and have you absorbed any of the lessons yet?
My first Fringe I procrastinated the writing of the show so much out of fear. This time, I started writing my show in January and performing it in February and have already performed it 20 times. I am excited for day 1 of performances at Fringe, instead of finding my footing after 5 or 6 performances.
Tell us about your show.
I have been working as a writer and comedian in New York City for over a decade and that entire time I have also been working as a chess instructor. I have taught over 6500 chess lessons and so this show is bringing together my 3 jobs in an exciting way. To use comedy and storytelling to teach the audience about chess and take them on an adventure, because this story is pretty wild, is a dream come true. I have been developing the show in small work in progress shows around a chess board, in comedy clubs around the US and a short run at the Soho Playhouse in New York City but it’s all to get ready for Fringe. And after Fringe I’d love to perform it anywhere will people will have me. Chess is a universally beloved game and this is a universal story that anyone can learn from and laugh at.
What should your audience see at the festivals after they’ve seen your show?
I saw Natalie Palamides in 2017 and she changed my perception on what comedy could be. She is returning with a show called Weer and I already bought my tickets. Also my friend Kyle Ayer’s has a show called ‘Hard To Say’ about a nerve disease he has been living with, he’s able to bring incredible amounts of humor to a heavy subject. I took a comedy essay writing class back in 2010 in New York City with Sara Barron, she was a wonderful teacher and a brilliant comedian so I will of course be seeing her show ‘Anything for You’.
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