Dave Johns
- English
- Actor, writer and stand-up comedian
Press clippings Page 5
Stars from comedy's punk past return to Fringe
They were at the vanguard of political comedy. Now Alexei Sayle, Craig Ferguson and Sue Perkins are heading back to the festival, as it celebrates its 70th birthday.
Vanessa Thorpe, The Guardian, 23rd July 2017Fringe 2017: Top picks and tips
With its 3,398 shows across 300 venues, we guide you through the world's largest arts festival.
Sarah Bradbury, The Independent, 18th July 2017Laugh a minute: Edinburgh festival's 2017 comedy lineup
Sara Pascoe looks at life after a breakup, Trygve Wakenshaw brings his baby on stage, and Alexei Sayle, Ruby Wax and talkshow king Craig Ferguson all return to the fringe this year.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 8th June 2017Filming underway on wrestling comedy Walk Like A Panther
Filming is underway on Walk Like A Panther, a new comedy film about a group of 80s wrestlers who come out of retirement. Stephen Graham and Dave Johns star.
British Comedy Guide, 31st May 2017Dave Johns wins major best actor award
Geordie comedian Dave Johns has won a major award for his role in the Ken Loach film I, Daniel Blake.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 4th December 2016Why do comedians make such good actors?
It is both a hard question to answer and an easy one. I think the best comedians are natural performers which would be suited for taking on a script. But they can also be uncontrollable show-offs, which might not go down too well with a hard taskmaster. By all accounts Ken Loach loved Dave Johns from day one.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 15th May 2016Review: Bank Holiday Special
Reviews of Michael Redmond, Iain Stirling, Jamie MacDonald, Loretta Maine and Dave Johns.
Stephen Watt, The Mumble, 26th May 2015Jesterval 2014: 5 paid shows you really ought to see
Previews of Gavin Webster, Lee Kyle, Jason Cook, Dave Johns and Tony Law.
Steve Drayton, Giggle Beats, 6th June 2014Review: Impro Comedy All Stars - Gateshead
Seasoned improv performers Andy Smart, Steve Frost, Steve Steen, Marcus Brigstocke and Dave Johns treat us to that rare phenomenon: a late night comedy show that isn't full of knob jokes.
John-Paul Stephenson, Giggle Beats, 8th October 2013