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Louise Young
Louise Young

Louise Young

  • Actor, writer, director and stand-up comedian

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Tim Harding's comedy diary

Louise Young was nominated for newcomer last year, and this is a very classic newcomer show - a whistle-stop tour of a biography and a preponderance of the local stereotype stuff that works as an intro when you've only got five minutes on a mixed bill.

Tim Harding, Chortle, 9th February 2024

Lindsey Santoro wins NextUp's Biggest Award in Comedy

Lindsey Santoro has been voted as the winner of NextUp's Biggest Award in Comedy, for her show Pink Tinge. Ian Smith, Tom Lawrinson and Louise Young are the runners-up.

British Comedy Guide, 25th August 2023

Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2023 nominations

The nominations for the Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2023 have been announced.

British Comedy Guide, 23rd August 2023

(ISH) Edinburgh Comedy Awards announce longlists

The (ISH) Edinburgh Comedy Awards - the alternative new Fringe-based awards run by volunteers - have announced their longlists.

British Comedy Guide, 14th August 2023

NextUp Biggest Award In Comedy 2023 nominees

The nominees have been announced for NextUp's Biggest Award in Comedy. 20 comedians are now in line to win a 2 metre inflatable trophy.

British Comedy Guide, 14th August 2023

Edinburgh Fringe 2023: The best shows to see, from Frank Skinner to Megan Stalter

As the annual festival returns, here are this year's best comedy, and theatre and dance shows.

Rachael Healy, i Newspaper, 4th August 2023

The 30 funniest jokes at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe

Brace to giggle... or groan - comedians headed to the Fringe give us their best gags.

The Telegraph, 2nd August 2023

Funny At The Fringe - interview - Louise Young: Feral

"Feral is about class, chaos and coming out."

Holly, Phoenix Remix, 28th July 2023

Interviews: Lindsey Santoro and Louise Young

Working class debutants Lindsey Santoro and Louise Young discuss the influence of their home cities on their comedy.

Ben Venables, Fest Mag, 27th July 2023

Louise Young interview

My show Feral is autobiographical and about 'class, chaos and coming out'.

Caroline Whitham, Edinburgh Festivals, 21st July 2023

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