The Front List: Alan Cumming & Forbes Masson in conversation with Jackie Kay

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Turns out the rumours of their deaths have been greatly exaggerated because Victor and Barry are coming to the Book Festival. Or, that is, Alan Cumming and Forbes Masson are: the comedy geniuses behind the iconic Scottish double act and a hilarious new book, Victor and Barry’s Kelvinside Compendium.

The friends – who shot to fame in the 1980s – are now both giants of the stage and screen. Tonight, Jackie Kay leads us down memory lane – and up the garden path via their brand new book – as the pair reunite, and reveal how they went from a cult double act to kings of culture. 

Copies of Alan Cumming & Forbes Masson’s new book Victor & Barry's Kelvinside Compendium are available to purchase with your ticket (£12.99 RRP - £10.99 when purchased with a ticket). Pre-purchased books can be picked up at the time of the event. There will be a signing with Alan Cumming & Forbes Masson after the event.

BSL interpretation is available on request.

Please note this event takes place at McEwan Hall, Teviot Pl, Edinburgh EH8 9AG. The Front List is presented in partnership with Underbelly.

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