Mark Simmons
- Actor, stand-up comedian and writer
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5 Guaranteed Laugh-Fests at EdFringe 2023
Here are 5 Guaranteed Laugh-Fests at EdFringe 2023.
WJ Quinn, The Quintessential Review, 30th July 2023Edinburgh Fringe 10x10: Top Marks
Ten shows by comedians called Mark. Simple as that.
Chortle, 18th July 2023Gareth Richards' Edinburgh show becomes fundraiser for his family
Gareth Richards' Edinburgh Fringe show has been turned into a benefit for his family, after the musical comic died following a car crash last month. A Show For Gareth Richards will feature Nick Helm, Iain Stirling, Jo Caulfield and many more and is being booked by his friends Mark Simmons and Danny Ward.
British Comedy Guide, 10th May 2023Mark Simmons named Comics' Comic 2022
One-liner stand-up Mark Simmons has been awarded the Best Comic title in the Comics' Comic awards. Cerys Nelmes was named Best MC, Stephen Grant took the Best Independent Promoter title, and the Outstanding Achievement to UK Comedy prize was given to Downstairs at the King's Head promoter Peter Grahame.
British Comedy Guide, 1st January 2023Mark Simmons interview
"I failed until I stopped failing as much."
Adrian Peel, Cambridge Independent, 3rd November 2022Dave's Funniest Jokes Of The Fringe 2022
Channel Dave has announced its list of the top 10 jokes of the Edinburgh Fringe. The top gag, on the topic of pasta, was written by Masai Graham.
British Comedy Guide, 22nd August 2022Mark Simmons announces debut tour
Master of one-liners' Mark Simmons has announced his debut UK tour, entitled Quip Off The Mark.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 7th March 2022New comedy club hits the road showcasing top talent
Artist management company RBM has announced a brand-new show that will tour England's regional art centres this summer. (Back) On The Road Comedy Club is a brand new show which will see a host of rotating comedians travelling around the country getting the nation laughing again in real life. No Zoom link required!
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 29th April 2021How Mark Simmons battled on through a power cut
When comic Mark Simmons performed a streaming gig last night, he had several obstacles to overcome. First his home in rural Kent was hit by a power cut, taking out the internet... so, ever the trooper, he drove 20 minutes to get a signal from the nearest 4G hotspot.
Chortle, 31st December 202025 funny jokes from comedians to cheer you up
If you're feeling in need of a bit of light relief, enjoy these one-liners from top stand-ups and rising stars of the comedy scene.
The Telegraph, 30th March 2020