Rob Broderick
- Composer and musical comedian
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Comedy review: Abandoman Presents Pirate Radio
Having built a loyal following for his alter-ego Abandoman, [pRob Broderick's challenge has become keeping his unique brand of improvised rap comedy fresh. His skill at crafting witty rhymes off the cuff remains as impressive as ever, and the Irishman retains a garrulous charm that makes him easy to warm to. Yet after existing in a niche of essentially one for almost a decade, for returning audiences he no longer enjoys the degree of novelty he once did.
Jay Richardson, The Scotsman, 27th October 201812 of the best Fringe comedians to see on tour
Catch these 4 and 5 star rated shows around the UK in 2018/2019.
Becki Crossley, The List, 20th August 2018Music takes a funny turn at this year's Fringe
Edinburgh's Fringe has long been a platform for musicians who have morphed into comedians. We look at a few appearing this year.
Si Hawkins, The Emirates National, 4th August 201810 musical/cabaret comedy recommendations
Laugh Out London brings you a list of some of the best musical/cabaret comedy shows you will see at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2018.
Laugh Out London, 23rd July 2018Abandoman: Life + Rhymes review
This is incredibly skilled, feel-good stuff, and it comes from a place of gleeful creativity and genuine warmth. What a delight to witness it live.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 2nd November 2017Abandoman interview
After a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Irish hip-hop comedy freestyle duo Abandoman take their hit fictional autobiography Life + Rhymes on tour this autumn.
Bristol 24/7, 11th October 2017My comedy hero: Rob Broderick on Jason Byrne
As adlibbing rap duo Abandoman take their Life + Rhymes across the UK, Rob Broderick picks another Irish improviser as his comic idol.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 6th October 2017Abandoman interview
If you had to describe Abandoman in two words, it would be 'infectious enthusiasm'. If you had to describe them in six, it would be 'Irish Hip Hop improvised comedy legends'.
Ben Baruch, Impact Magazine, 28th September 2017Abandoman star Rob Broderick fractures knee on stage
Freestyling comedi hip-hop master Rob Broderick has fractured his knee performing in Australia.
Stuff.co.nz, 18th April 2017Voice's pick of the Edinburgh Fringe 2016
We announce, in no particular order, the best shows from our time at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2016. The cream of the crop, only the best.
Voice Magazine, 23rd August 2016