James Roque: Mano Po
Tue 6 Oct · 20:30
Monkey Barrel Comedy
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The comedy show *James Roque: Mano Po* takes place at Monkey Barrel Comedy in Edinburgh on 6 October 2026 at 19:30. The event explores themes of ageing and cultural expectations through Filipino traditions.
Getting older can be confronting. Especially when your culture can't stop reminding you. In Filipino tradition, a mano po is a gesture where an elder places their hand on a younger person’s forehead to offer a blessing. It’s a sweet, respectful custom... unless you’re the one suddenly expected to be the “elder.” In 2025, award winning Filipino-Kiwi comedian James Roque received his first request for a 'mano po' from a teenager, which sent him spiralling into a full blown existential crisis. Has he really done all he can to earn the right to give a "mano po"? A show about wrestling with getting older, finding solace from unexpected places and the funny stories that happen along the way. A new hour from the Kiwi-Pinoy Comedy Boy, served with his signature sweet-and-salty storytelling.
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James Roque: Mano Po takes place on Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 20:30.
James Roque: Mano Po is held at Monkey Barrel Comedy in Edinburgh (9 - 12 Blair Street , Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1QR).
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The comedy show *James Roque: Mano Po* takes place at Monkey Barrel Comedy in Edinburgh on 6 October 2026 at 19:30. The event explores themes of ageing and cultural expectations through Filipino traditions.
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Getting older can be confronting. Especially when your culture can't stop reminding you. In Filipino tradition, a mano po is a gesture where an elder places their hand on a younger person’s forehead to offer a blessing. It’s a sweet, respectful custom... unless you’re the one suddenly expected to be the “elder.” In 2025, award winning Filipino-Kiwi comedian James Roque received his first request for a 'mano po' from a teenager, which sent him spiralling into a full blown existential crisis. Has he really done all he can to earn the right to give a "mano po"? A show about wrestling with getting older, finding solace from unexpected places and the funny stories that happen along the way. A new hour from the Kiwi-Pinoy Comedy Boy, served with his signature sweet-and-salty storytelling.
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When is James Roque: Mano Po?
James Roque: Mano Po takes place on Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 20:30.
Where is James Roque: Mano Po taking place?
James Roque: Mano Po is held at Monkey Barrel Comedy in Edinburgh (9 - 12 Blair Street , Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1QR).
How do I get tickets for James Roque: Mano Po?
Tickets for James Roque: Mano Po can be booked via booking.monkeybarrelcomedy.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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