Actor Keith Allen slams Edinburgh and Geordie comics for not being funny.

The Trainspotting star, 63, kicking off his new search for comedy talent around the UK, admitted he was glad to be avoiding the festival north of the border. Allen, father to singer Lily and actor Alfie, who plays Theon Greyjoy in Game of Thrones, said: “Thank God we’re not going to Edinburgh – I just couldn’t bear that.” He also revealed comedians from Newcastle don’t make him laugh and said: “I have a problem with Geordie comics. I don’t really know why because I really like Newcastle.” However, the Vindaloo singer was full of praise for the West Midlands: “I feel awful we’re not going to Birmingham.