Marjolein Robertson
- Scottish
- Actor and stand-up comedian
Press clippings
Sean Lock Comedy Award 2024 review
It's an impossible task, of course, finding the next Sean Lock. But while he is inimitable, kudos to Channel 4 for keeping his spirit alive with their award highlighting comedians who strive to be off-the-wall but maintain a broad appeal.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 23rd October 2024Edinburgh Fringe show with graphic period detail is actually causing men to faint
"We've had three men faint at shows and another nine people leave," says Marjolein Robertson.
Kitty Chrisp, Metro, 18th August 2024NextUp's Biggest Award in Comedy announces nominees
Twenty Edinburgh Fringe shows have been longlisted for streaming platform NextUp's Biggest Award in Comedy.
British Comedy Guide, 14th August 2024Marjolein Robertson on turning folklore and menstruation into comedy gold
Combining Shetland myths with personal stories.
Marjolein Robertson, The Big Issue, 4th August 2024Three with menstrual themes
Three shows with menstrual themes at the Edinburgh Festival 2024...
Caro Moses, ThreeWeeks, 2nd August 2024On the Mic Picks: Marjolein Robertson
Shetland's own and a soon to be massive star, Marjolein Robertson, presents her latest hour.
On The Mic, 2nd August 2024How Fringe shows have "the time and space to give hope" with Marjolein Robertson
The first time I met comedian Marjolein Robertson, an interview in which she was showing me the contents of her bag became completely derailed by a reusable menstrual pad.
Megan Merino, Snack Magazine, 31st July 2024Tim Harding reveals his most anticipated Edinburgh shows
Recommendations are a mixture of shows I've already seen and loved its works in progress, hot tips from operatives on the ground, and scryings from the tea leaves.
Tim Harding, Chortle, 30th July 2024Marjolein Robertson interview
"I used to do the Fringe every year doing five minutes, then doing ten - then I realised I would never be a comedian unless I moved south to Edinburgh so I could tour the country."
Caroline Whitham, Edinburgh Festivals, 29th July 2024Edinburgh festival 2024: six of the funniest comedians at the fringe
Looking for rising stars this summer? Try gossipy stand-up, an end-of-the-pier homage and a "gay witch sex cult".
Rachael Healy, The Guardian, 24th July 2024