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Comic Relief Originals online sketch series launched
Comic Relief has filmed a number of online sketches featuring emerging comedy talent. Stars involved include Nick Mohammed, London Hughes and Liam Williams.
British Comedy Guide, 16th February 2017Chortle Awards 2017 nominees announced
The nominees for the Chortle Awards 2017 have been announced. David Baddiel, Bridget Christie, Richard Gadd, Kieran Hodgson and Stewart Lee are shortlisted for best live show.
British Comedy Guide, 16th February 2017Interview: rarely asked questions - Nick Mohammed
Nick Mohammed is always busy, but he is particularly busy at the moment.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 15th February 2017Nick Mohammed interview
Nick Mohammed on the things that make him laugh the most.
Rachel Aroesti, The Guardian, 27th January 2017Whether he's warily trying a banana for the first time, or pointing out just how many gifts are involved in the 12 Days of Christmas (who has space for 22 calling doves, let alone 40 maids a-milking and, presumably, their many cows?) every encounter with Nick Mohammed's Mr Swallow is an absolute treat. But there is something particularly special about Houdini.
Known for learning new skills for his shows, often involving magic, this musical biography of the great escapologist's life and illusions feels like a culmination of everything we've seen from Mohammed so far. Mr Swallow's usual blustering buffoonery is thrillingly undercut by genuinely brilliant tricks that he apparently can't even fathom himself ("it's magic!" he says; and then, with a wink: "oh sorry, I mean science, obviously, science.")
From the gags, which come at a pace, to the songs, to the show-stopping final escape, everything about this show is carefully engineered to delight. I was so delighted, I might just have to go again.
Anna Lowman, 22nd January 2017Sky Arts reveals 7 Valentine's comedies
Sky Arts has announced 7 romance-themed short comedies. Stars include Rosie Cavaliero, Nick Mohammed and Liam Williams.
British Comedy Guide, 20th January 2017Nick Mohammed interview
'Magic in Vegas? I'd rather write a West End musical'.
Nick Awde, The Stage, 20th January 2017Mr Swallow - Houdini, review
A cult hit from Edinburgh Fringe makes its way to London and it's split-your-sides hilarious, says Bruce Dessau.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 13th January 2017Laughing gear: the best live comedy to start 2017
Hilarity to come this year includes Bridget Christie battering Brexit, Sue Perkins' post-Bake Off trip to Leicester comedy festival and a breathtaking bout of escapology.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 7th January 2017Review: Mr Swallow - Houdini, Soho Theatre
You'll have to see the show itself for all its daft, escapist fun, and all I'll say is that Nick Mohammed is alive and well.
Veronica Lee, The Arts Desk, 6th January 2017