Samira Banks
- Stand-up comedian
Press clippings
SYTYF 2024: We Can Be Heroes
As they bring their shows to Gilded Balloon's Patter House, the most recent So You Think You're Funny? alumni talk about their comedy heroes from the competition's illustrious history.
Fest Mag, 25th July 2024Gilded Balloon announces first Edinburgh Fringe shows
Gilded Balloon shows take place from 31st July - 26th August with tickets on sale from 12pm, Wednesday 21st February.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 20th February 2024Samira Banks: £2 Tuesday review
Okay, so full disclosure, this is not a straight review of Samira Banks, but after our most recent visit to 2Northdown, we thought we'd have a bit of fun.
Clownster, 1st February 2024Samira Banks: 'My stand-up comedy is just a representation of myself'
Eastern Eye caught up with the fearless young talent to talk all things comedy and the tour led by female comics.
Asjad Nazir, Eastern Eye, 22nd January 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 2023Sara Pascoe to headline Latitude as first festival acts are announced
Sara said, "Absolutely buzzing with excitement to be returning to the comedy arena. Instead of hibernating this winter I'll be glittering my face, tie-dying my socks, and getting festival ready!"
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 11th 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 2023Samira Banks wins 'So You Think You're Funny?' 2023
Samira Banks is the winner of the So You Think You're Funny? 2023 new act competition. ] was second, with Lizzie Norm third.
British Comedy Guide, 24th August 2023So You Think You're Funny? 2023 announces 10 finalists
Ten finalists, instead of the usual nine, have been announced for the 2023 So You Think You're Funny? new act stand-up contest.
British Comedy Guide, 16th August 2023