2019 Edinburgh Fringe
Michael Odewale: #BlackBearsMatter
Michael Odewale is selfish. And apathetic. And so are you. Join the fast-rising star as he tries to figure out what matters, and what's just noise, in his highly anticipated debut show. A fresh new voice known for delivering sharp, slick and beautifully executed stand-up, Odewale is set to take the comedy world by storm. Winner Best New Show Leicester Comedy Festival 2019. As seen on Stand Up Central for Comedy Central. As heard on BBC Radio 4. BBC New Comedy Award finalist. Pleasance Comedy Reserve 2018. 'Smooth, assured, more-ish' **** (Scotsman).
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Michael Odewale interview
Michael Odewale is selfish. And apathetic. And so are you.
Keira Brown, The Fountain, 22nd August 2019Edinburgh Comedy Awards shortlist 2019
The nominees for the Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2019 have been revealed.
British Comedy Guide, 21st August 2019Michael Odewale says #BlackBearsMatter
Michael Odewale is presenting his debut Fringe show at this year's Edinburgh Festival, #BlackBearsMatter.
British Comedy Guide, 9th August 2019Fringe 2019: 12 best comedy shows
Here for the lols? From buzzy newcomers to stand-up giants, these are the best comedy shows at Edinburgh Fringe 2019.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 1st August 2019Michael Odewale speaks ahead of the Fringe
To tell the truth, I was actually quite reluctant to write this article.
Michael Odewale, The Scotsman, 26th July 2019Fringe 10x10: The BAME game
Ten black and minority ethnic British comedians.
Chortle, 16th July 2019Interview with Michael Odewale
"The honest answer is I don't know. I've realised that's one of the smartest answers you can give sometimes apart from on exam questions."
Tom Inniss, Voice Magazine, 15th July 2019Recent award-winning acts to see at the Fringe
Including winners of Adelaide, Melbourne and Brighton Fringe awards.
Megan Forsyth, The List, 9th July 2019I talk to Michael Odewale
"All I can do is write in my own voice and if people resonate with it then you've done a great thing."
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 7th July 2019Michael Odewale Q&A
BWW catches up with Michael Odewale to chat about bringing #Blackbearsmatter to the 2019 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 5th July 2019Fringe: 32 must-see Edinburgh shows
The Edinburgh Fringe is just around the corner and that means two things: performers everywhere are having nervous breakdowns trying to get their shows ready in time, and we're awash with previews telling us who and what to go and see.
Nooruddean Choudry, JOE, 2nd July 2019Three to see 2019: three comedy debut hours
This time three comedians doing their first full hour at the Fringe this year.
Caro Moses, ThreeWeeks, 28th June 2019+3 interview: Michael Odewale: #BLACKBEARSMATTER
"My show is essentially about me taking to task my selfishness and feelings of apathy when it comes to social issues."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 27th June 20198 of the most exciting debuts at Edinburgh Fringe 2019
Take note now, before you struggle to get tickets.
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 17th June 2019Performances
Date | Time | Venue |
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31st Jul 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
1st Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
2nd Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
3rd Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
4th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
5th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
6th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
7th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
8th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
9th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
10th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
11th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
13th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
14th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
15th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
16th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
17th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
18th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
19th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
20th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
21st Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
22nd Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
23rd Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
24th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |
25th Aug 2019 | 17:30 | Pleasance Courtyard (Bunker Two) |