British Comedy Guide

Ellen Robertson

  • Actor, writer, comedian and producer

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Britney review: A masterclass in turning trauma into joy

Charly Clive and Ellen Robertson's adaptation of their stage comedy is a surreal, sensitive triumph.

Ellie Harrison, The Independent, 30th November 2021

Britney, BBC3, review

The first time a brain tumour has ever been funny.

Bruce Dessau, i Newspaper, 30th November 2021

The story behind a new BBC comedy show about cancer

When Charly Clive was diagnosed with a brain tumour, she and her best friend Ellen Robertson found solace in humour - and went on to create a stage and TV show, too.

Sophie Gallagher, i Newspaper, 25th November 2021

Comedy Slices revealed as BBC marks female representation milestone

Four Comedy Slices pilots have been confirmed - Dinosaur, Britney, Ladybaby and Amicable - as BBC Three reveals it has reached a "watershed moment" in broadcasting history with most of its comedy now starring, written by or created by women.

British Comedy Guide, 16th April 2021

Love letters from comedians to comedy clubs

Jamie Demetriou, Ellie Taylor, Phil Wang and more talk about their favourite stand-up venues.

Ellie Harrison, The Independent, 16th August 2020

The stars catapulted to TV fame from the fringe

Lily Savage, The League of Gentlemen, Fleabag and a host of telly sensations started out on tiny stages at the extravaganza. In its absence, who will be next?

Ryan Gilbey, The Guardian, 10th August 2020

Britney review

Razor-sharp wit and humour delivered with real heart and flawless accents.

Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 26th April 2019

Britney, Soho Theatre review

Finding the funny in a brain tumour.

Veronica Lee, The Arts Desk, 22nd April 2019

Edinburgh interviews: Charly Clive & Ellen Robertson

Charly Clive and Ellen Robertson make up Britney and they are now bringing us John, an exploration of American stereotyping entertained by us Brits that sees the pair hunt down John Hancock; an apparent epitome of the typical American man. They will be performing this new show at Bedlam Theatre throughout August.

Moody Comedy, 4th August 2017

Ellen Robertson interview

Spoiler: Ellen dies.

My Theatre Mates, 6th July 2017

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