Louise Reay
- Stand-up comedian
Press clippings
Arrest that joke! A history of gags so offensive that punters called the cops
Stand-up Joe Lycett has revealed that he was reported to police for one of his routines. From Sacha Baron Cohen to Jo Brand, Brian Logan looks at what happens when laughter and the law collide.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 28th June 2022Settlement reached over Lousie Reay defamation case
Comedian Louise Reay has issued a statement regarding the defamation case she has been facing.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 14th December 2018What''s it like to be the butt of the joke?
We asked three comedians' familes.
Jay Richardson, i Newspaper, 16th August 2018The comics turning tragedy into laughs
A former alcoholic, a cancer survivor and a man who lost all his money in a Bitcoin crash are among the comics coming back from the brink at the Edinburgh fringe.
Ben Williams, The Guardian, 1st August 201815 free comedy recommendations for the Fringe
Laugh Out London brings you a list of some of the best free comedy shows you will see at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2018.
Laugh Out London, 16th July 2018Louise Reay: Eraserhead review
While the show might not be what Louise had envisaged, the result is an engagingly raw and ramshackle show that allows Louise to showcase her quick wit and charm.
Kate Stone, Funny Women, 22nd May 2018Louise Reay: Eraserhead review
The whole show is just Louise Reay trying to make a pity party for herself. She is making herself a victim, but because the audience is not given any background on on her life, it makes it hard to sympathise.
Louisa Lord, Broadway Baby, 22nd May 2018Gala fundraiser for Louise Reay raises over £13,000
Berk's Nest, Rabbit Rabbit and Amy Annette are delighted to announce that over £13,000 was raised at the Ex Appeal gala fundraiser held at the Lyric Theatre tonight in support of comedian Louise Reay.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 21st May 2018Review - Louise Reay: Eraserhead
I applauded her prowess and stamina as much as her amazing physical commitment and awesome presence.
Enna Andrews, The Latest, 9th May 2018Comics to hold gala to support Louise Reay
A comedy gala will take place on Monday 21 May in support of comedian Louise Reay at the Lyric Theatre in London. Comedians confirmed to perform include Aisling Bea, Sara Pascoe, Nish Kumar, Josh Widdicombe, David O'Doherty, Josie Long, Rachel Parris, Ed Gamble and Lolly Adefope, with more names to be announced in due course.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 23rd March 2018