Markus Birdman
- Writer and stand-up comedian
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Review: Edinburgh previews, Jacob Nussey and Markus Birdman
The Real Chrisparkle, 28th July 2024Comedy picks to help you get the best out of the Fringe
Every year, Paul Levy asks me for a list of the top ten 'must-see' comedy shows at Edinburgh Fringe. This year there are 1,520 comedy shows to see. Working through the list, it is clear that ten isn't going to do it.
Fringe Review, 21st July 2024Edinburgh Fringe 2024: Unmissable Acts and Shows
One of the great joys of the Edinburgh Fringe is the return of great artists and wonderful shows. It's a chance to catch fabulous talents you've missed before or to see performers you love rustle up something new. In no particular order, here's a list of acts theQR loves heading back to Edinburgh this year.
WJ Quinn, The Quintessential Review, 2nd July 2024Comedy shows cancelled amid concrete crisis
RAAC found in theatres, prompting fears of crumbling ceilings.
Chortle, 4th September 2023Markus Birdman - Veteran comedian unveils new stage of his career
"My favourite kind of art is that 'opening of the chest'. Where a real person talks about their real life," Markus Birdman tells me. "They're not showing off, trying to get one over on you or be clever. I'm quite good at being funny, and I've an interesting story to tell."
Stuart Rolt, BN1 Magazine, 1st September 2023Edinburgh Fringe 10x10: Top Marks
Ten shows by comedians called Mark. Simple as that.
Chortle, 18th July 2023Markus Birdman announces 2023 tour
Fresh from his appearances on Britain's Got Talent, stand-up Markus Birdman is to head out on a new tour titled Platinum.
British Comedy Guide, 2nd June 2023Markus Birdman misses out on the Britain's Got Talent final
The 52-year-old stand-up appeared on tonight's live semi-final but was beaten by dance group Ghetto Kids and singer Travis George.
Chortle, 31st May 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 2023Chortle Awards 2023 nominees announced
Shortlisted nominees for the 2023 awards run by comedy website Chortle have been announced. Bob Mortimer, Alasdair Beckett-King and Jordan Gray have secured two nominations each.
British Comedy Guide, 24th January 2023