Press clippings Page 37
Seven questions with... Geoff Norcott
Geoff Norcott is a stand up comedian and writer, making a name for himself in recent years for being perhaps the only outspoken right wing comedian at the Edinburgh Festival, disguising thoughtful political comment within entertaining quips about Cameron, Corbyn, and the rest. Norcott has also written for many television shows including 8 out of 10 Cats and Live at the Apollo, and will be performing his latest show Conswervative at the Edinburgh Festival this year.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 2nd August 2016Seven Questions With... Stephen Bailey
Stephen Bailey has been busy lately, especially given his recent support slot on Katherine Ryan's latest tour. This comedian is cheeky, flamboyant and a prime example of someone who is destined to perform in some medium or other; his recent successes on the live stand up circuit prove this to be the case. Stephen is taking his latest solo hour, Nation's Sweetheart, to this year's Edinburgh Festival.
I asked Stephen these seven questions to learn a little more about him...
Seven questions with... Eric Lampaert
Recognisable from television shows such as Impractical Jokers and The Midnight Beast, Eric Lampaert is preparing to bring his latest hour, Alien of Extraordinary Ability, to Edinburgh. This new show explores how the comic views his place in society, and the world as a wider notion. Lampaert's act is a fascinating culmination of cultures, drawing on influences from different corners of the globe and performing in multiple languages.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 1st August 2016Onion at the Fringe: Lou Sanders
Next we have the force of nature that is Lou Sanders, in all her cheeky, brazen glory. Becca Moody explains why you should give her new show your attention...
Becca Moody, The Velvet Onion, 30th July 2016Onion at the Fringe: Tony Law
Next up for our soapbox is Tony Law, the absurdist once-Canadian-farm-boy with an interest in pirates, vikings and all things nonsensical. Becca Moody gives you the lowdown on why he's another must-see...
Becca Moody, The Velvet Onion, 27th July 2016Peter Brush preview
Peter Brush walks onto the stage at MAC in Birmingham to perform a preview of his new show Dreams With Advert Breaks with an air of apology about him.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 27th July 2016Lloyd Langford: Rascal, Edinburgh preview (2016)
Lloyd Langford is a comic of extensive television and stand up experience, and this shines through consistently in a preview of his latest show Rascal, performed at MAC in Birmingham.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 21st July 2016June: comedian of the month #29, Tom Lucy
Guildford-born stand up comedian Tom Lucy is only nineteen years old and has already supported the likes of Harry Hill, Simon Amstell and Russell Howard on tour.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 6th July 2016Ask the expert: Stefan Golaszewski
Stefan Golaszewski is the writer and Executive Producer behind BBC2's latest comedy success, Mum, as well as BBC3's Him & Her, which won the BAFTA for best sitcom in 2014. Stefan is soon to be working on a second series of Mum, which has already been recommissioned by the BBC. To learn more about the career of a comedy writer, I asked Stefan a few questions about his work...
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 30th June 2016Mum, series 1 review
This comedy is an exploration of a variety of humanity's biggest fears, spanning from bereavement and loneliness to relationships and family values. Humble and sympathetic, Mum presents a narrative that has plenty of scope to flourish within a second series.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 25th June 2016