Marty Gleeson
- Irish
- Comedian
Press clippings
BBC New Comedy Award 2024 review
Given all the opportunities the BBC can afford, it's no surprise that their New Comedy Award attracts the cream of emerging comedians.
Chortle, 14th November 2024Sean 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 2024Comedy Bloomers LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the Year results
Marty Gleeson was last night crowned winner of the Comedy Bloomers LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the Year, with Maple Zuo and Sallyann Fellowes receiving special recognition as runners up in the competition.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 13th June 2024The UK's first LGBTQ+ comedy contest is changing the industry
"People laugh with you, not at you".
Marcus Wratten, Pink News, 10th June 2024Leicester Square Theatre New Comedian Of The Year Final review
Sallyann Fellows had a lot of charm, and don't underestimate the power of charm - along with her gags it helped her to win the top prize on the night.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 18th December 2023Leicester Square Theatre New Comedian Of The Year 2023 review
It was a fairly open field that contested the 14th Leicester Square Theatre New Comedian Of The Year competition.
Chortle, 4th December 2023Blank Peng wins Rising Star New Act 2022 final
Comedian Blank Peng won the Rising Star New Act 2022 competition at the weekend, with Marty Gleeson also picking up a prize.
British Comedy Guide, 6th June 2022