Luke McQueen
- Actor, writer, stand-up comedian and producer
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The Luke McQueen Pilots: review
Such uncomfortable hidden-camera pieces are what defines this first Luke McQueen Pilot, but they are rare moments in a show that can otherwise feel anaemic, with dubious ideas stretched thin.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 5th September 2018After Sacha Baron Cohen and Philomena Cunk, academics such as Exeter's Dr Nick Groom should surely smell a rat when a TV crew arrives wanting to talk about vampires. The Luke McQueen Pilots purports to be the near-unusable documentary footage filmed by the eponymous comedian. While investigating Britain's Hidden Vampire Crisis, McQueen stands awkwardly outside Parliament berating Theresa May's inaction, strips off at a Goth gig to invite passing fangs, and identifies bloodsucking celebs.
Suzi Feay, The Financial Times, 31st August 2018Laugh Out London's Edinburgh Fringe Awards 2018
It's been another amazing Edinburgh Festival Fringe full of great comedy, captivating drama and too many chips. The Edinburgh Comedy Awards have made their decision on who won this year's festival, but we now bring you the only awards that truly matter - Laugh Out London's Edinburgh Fringe Comedy Awards, also known as the LOLlies.
Laugh Out London, 26th August 2018Brian Logan: I saw a man die on stage. It was me
He's been derided by Daniel Kitson, shamed by Stewart Lee - and now our comedy critic has been depicted having his brains blown out by Sam Campbell. Just as well he can take a joke.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 21st August 2018Comedian protests about his own BBC show
Comedian Luke McQueen has been staging a series of fake protests in London and Edinburgh, urging people not to watch his forthcoming BBC Three show.
Chortle, 20th August 2018The best comedy to see in Edinburgh, part two
The tricky subjects of identity politics, consent and mental health make for electric shows.
Michael Hogan & Ralph Jones, The Guardian, 22nd July 201825 stand-up comedy recommendations for the Fringe
One again Laugh Out London brings you a list of some of the best stand-up comedy shows you will see at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2018.
Laugh Out London, 25th June 2018Luke McQueen interview
Prankster comic takes on a 'new' identity and raises the stakes on mischief-making comedy at the Fringe.
Jay Richardson, The List, 1st August 2017#EdFringe17: Luke McQueen
Enjoy 15 minutes of comedy and chat with Luke McQueen, who at the year's Edinburgh Fringe, will attempt to perform stand-up without the use of his forehead. Featuring exclusive clips from The Frankie Boyle Show.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 1st July 2017Heroes of Fringe: Launch Show review
Last night's showcase packed in 20 eclectic acts performing the briefest of samples of their wares (and fans of such a pacy format should be aware of Chortle's own Fast Fringe coming up on the 25th). As Simon Morley, co-creator of Puppetry of the Penis, pointed out: 'I've travelled the world getting my cock out, and I'm the most normal person on the bill', as his practised storytelling seemed a poor fit with the other oddballs.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 13th June 2017