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Review: Andy Parsons
Caution, argues Andy Parsons, inhibits the British public from making the type of changes needed to ensure a more just society. This isn't the type of thing one expects in stand up but then this is not a conventional show. Parsons makes clear, however, that his object is to get the audience to laugh rather than to murmur thoughtfully.
Dave Cunningham, The Public Reviews, 28th February 2015This week's new live comedy
Previews of Andy Parsons, Lucy Beaumont and Rich Hall.
James Kettle, The Guardian, 27th February 2015In time for the low-hanging comedic fruit of England's World Cup campaign, a return for the standard mix of mock-incredulity at everyday minutiae, repeated plunges into well-thumbed stand-up routines and hefty helpings of "epic" banter. This second episode of this new series has series mainstays Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis and Andy Parsons being joined by Rob Beckett, Gary Delaney, Josh Widdicombe and Sara Pascoe, the last possibly pressured to prove she's there on merit rather than due to a dictum from the BBC Trust.
Mark Jones, The Guardian, 19th June 2014Radio Times review
We're now a mighty 13 series into the topical panel show, and Dara O'Briain remains adept at shepherding his guests' reactions to the news - part effective quickfire puns, part Radio 4-friendly cleverness and, yes, part borderline offensive nonsense - into a cohesive whole.
For the comedians who stand in front of Mock the Week's lonely microphone, this isn't a bad summer in which to start a new series. As expectant silence falls around them, the World Cup, immigration rows and the build-up to the Commonwealth Games and Scottish referendum are all there to be clutched at. Tonight, regulars Andy Parsons, Hugh Dennis and our cerebral host are joined by Milton Jones, Ed Byrne and Romesh Ranganathan. Katherine Ryan is the solitary woman.
Emma Sturgess, Radio Times, 12th June 2014Andy Parsons is the new mock and roller
The Dorset-born comedian and writer, 46, is venturing out solo for a new show on Comedy Central called Slacktivist.
David Stephenson, The Daily Express, 14th March 2014Andy Parsons: I've never really liked Mock The Week
Andy Parsons promotes the TV broadcast of his Slacktivist show. He admits he doesn't enjoy filming Mock The Week.
Sharon Lougher, Metro, 13th March 2014Andy Parsons interview
With his dry wit and distinctive look Andy Parsons has become one of the most recognisable faces on Mock The Week - but admits it's 'criminal' there aren't more women alongside him.
Simon Boyle, The Mirror, 11th March 2014DVD review: Andy Parsons - Slacktivist
He's amiable enough, not nearly as grating flying solo as he appears in his role as panelist, but there's little here to rouse any real amusement; in fact it's difficult to recall anything from the hundred minute set once it's over.
Nic Wright, Giggle Beats, 19th December 2013Andy Parsons on the world's best comedy festivals
The comedian reveals the world's most side-splitting festivals.
Andy Parsons, The Telegraph, 25th November 2013Andy Parsons's top ten stand-up comedians
Andy Parsons is hitting the road with his new tour I've Got a Shed and has a new DVD, Slacktivist, released in November. We asked him to list his top ten stand-up comedians. He's actually chosen 12 (cheeky).
Time Out, 1st October 2013