MISTRANSLATED! Buxton Fringe Standup Comedy

Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sun, 26 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm UTC+01:00

Buxton Conservative Club | Buxton

Erica Jean Comedy
Publisher/HostErica Jean Comedy
MISTRANSLATED! Buxton Fringe Standup Comedy
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Ever deploy your school French - with disastrous consequences? Laugh about your language fails and learn pro tips from a polyglot comedian
About this Event

Show

Have you ever accidentally told a colleague you like her tiger? Or tried to show off your secondary school French - with disastrous consequences?

“MISTRANSLATED” is a stand-up comedy show about the absurd and hilarious side of speaking (and mis-speaking) languages. Part travelogue and part master class in getting fluent fast, it features tales of languages mistakes and the perils of relying on Google Translate. Because who needs AI when you can show off your basic Mandarin to steal the heart of someone else’s grandmother?

Got your own mistake stories from that one time in Italy you accidentally said "ano" instead of "anno"? Audience members are invited to share their stories to remind us all of the hilarious pitfalls that befall every language learner.

MISTRANSLATED debuted at the Tallinn Fringe and since then has been toured in Southeast Asia and around Europe where audiences have described the show as --

"A breath of fresh air"

"Full of countless laughs!"

"She'll have you laughing in languages you didn't even know you understood"

"She charmed the audience with her librarian-esque persona to the point where even the Bulgarians couldn't remember a single swear word."

Comedian

Erica Jean (@ericahatesfun) is a travelling polyglot comedian from the US who has made her share of mistakes in 12+ languages and counting. Erica performs in SEVEN different languages and has showcased her witty and quirky comedy in 25 countries, or everywhere from Albania to Mongolia.

Reservations & Tickets

Good news - this is a pay-what-you-want show! That means you are welcome to enjoy the show totally for free. Contributions at the end are encouraged, if you had some good laughs and learned something.

Reserving in advance helps us plan the show properly to ensure you have the best experience

Venue

The Buxton Conservative Club is just outside the main Fringe foot traffic. There is a staffed bar open for those who wish to grab a drink before the show.

Running Time

The show will last for 60 minutes – just long enough for a good laugh in between a late lunch and a night out!

Doors open 20 minutes before the start time. Please arrive promptly

Good to Know

  • If you reserve a ticket, please do come – or cancel if your plans change
  • Late entry may not be possible
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Buxton Conservative Club, 3-5 Concert Place, Buxton, United Kingdom

Tickets

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