Nina Conti
- 52 years old
- English
- Actor, writer, ventriloquist and director
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When live comedy was illegal... 10 memorable gigs of 2021
Twelve months ago it seemed uncertain whether it would be possible to produce this annual list of my ten most memorable gigs. But lockdown eventually eased, and the resilience and sprightliness of the comedy world meant live gigs sprung back instantly. Even the Edinburgh Fringe took place - albeit in a slimmed-down version, more chilled and friendlier than normal, barely recognisable without its usual intensity.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 29th December 2021Nina Conti: The Dating Show review
Aided by audience volunteers, the fleet-footed comic balances several difficult tricks at the same time before a finale set in an erotic fire station.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 6th December 2021Nina Conti, Warwick Arts Centre, review
A head-spinningly clever show. The veteran comic breathes new life into ventriloquism with her brilliant new act.
Dominic Cavendish, The Telegraph, 21st November 2021Nina Conti: The Dating Show - Review
Review of the comedy impressionist's ambitious new tour.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 16th November 2021Nina Conti and Monkey to write a memoir
Nina Conti is writing a memoir - with her puppet Monkey.
Chortle, 4th November 2021Nina Conti interview
"Monkey is a weapon against my father, a version of me who can stand up to him".
Alice Jones, i Newspaper, 3rd November 2021Live at the Globe with Dara O Briain review
The Mock The Week man clearly enjoys his turn on the prestige stage, and Jen Brister, Athena Kugblenu and Nina Conti are able supporting players.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 14th September 2021Nina Conti interview
The actor, writer and ventriloquist gets to the heart of the things that make her laugh the most.
The Guardian, 27th August 202130 best shows to watch at Edinburgh 2021
This year's festival is smaller than usual but there is still much to enjoy - in person and online - from comedy, theatre and dance to music and books events.
Alice Jones and Gwendolyn Smith, i Newspaper, 5th August 2021Nina Conti at Latitude 2021
Having the wrong audio track play at a crucial moment might have derailed some comedy sets, but today's snafu at Latitude's comedy arena seems perfectly in keeping with Nina Conti's well-managed chaos.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 25th July 2021