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Hypothetical. James Acaster
James Acaster

James Acaster

  • 40 years old
  • English
  • Actor, writer and stand-up comedian

Press clippings Page 32

James Acaster: 'Normal people perv solo'

An offhand comment on a night out about infidelity led me to this routine about apples, orchards and dismal nightclubs.

James Acaster, The Guardian, 31st July 2014

Edinburgh Fringe 2014 interview: James Acaster

Since 2011, James Acaster has put on one of the Edinburgh Fringe's few 'must-see' shows of the year, capturing two Fosters Comedy Award nominations in the process.

Laugh Out London, 24th July 2014

The Stuart Laws three minute interview

Stuart Laws is English. He's also writes and performs sketch and stand-up comedy. According to his website his stand-up involves boundless energy and telling stories that weave material in with improvised audience interaction. Observational and surreal, Stuart is James Acaster's regular tour support. Martin Walker asks about his Edinburgh Festival Fringe show.

Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 11th July 2014

Edinburgh Fringe preview: James Acaster

No pressure on James Acaster, but I've been hearing really good things about his Edinburgh show, Recognise.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 8th July 2014

Paul Kerensa: Back To The Futon Part II, preview

The show was imperfect, but it was a preview after all and the flaws in the production helped maintain the friendly atmosphere that James Acaster had established an hour earlier. I have no doubt that the finished product will delight Back To The Future fans and general comedy enthusiasts in equal measures.

Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 22nd June 2014

James Acaster studies comedy at the Melbourne Town Hall

James Acaster is annoyed with himself for getting into a bit of to-and-fro with a grouchy-looking member of his audience.

Stephanie Bunbury, Sydney Morning Herald, 12th April 2014

UK tourists good for a laugh at Melbourne Comedy Fest

Rule Britannia as comedians Joe Lycett, Nish Kumar, John Kearns and James Acaster take tea with Doc Brown and Shappi Khorsandi at Madame Brussels in the city.

Sally Bennett, The Herald, 2nd April 2014

Australian Comedy Festival review: James Acaster

Don't expect fireworks when James Acaster steps on stage - the gangly British comedian is unusually calm and detached as he delivers his musings on life.

Sydney Morning Herald, 2nd April 2014

Comedians attempt a record-breaking 83-hour gig

More than 60 comics, including Al Murray, James Acaster and Stuart Goldsmith are attempting to set a new record for the longest ever stand-up gig.

Chortle, 26th February 2014

Glee star Kevin McHale to host E4 panel show pilot

Kevin McHale, the star of US series Glee, is to host a new E4 panel show pilot called Virtually Famous. Jessica Knappett and James Acaster are team captains.

British Comedy Guide, 31st January 2014

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