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Steve Bennett (I)

  • Journalist and reviewer

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Warren review

Curmudgeons have forever been a cornerstone of comedy, but the problem with Martin Clunes's Warren - well, one of many problems - is that he's not just grumpy, he's just an unpleasant shit.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 26th February 2019

Only Fools And Horses Musical review

The Only Fools And Horses musical might be as much hooky as it is cushty, but it's got an excellent cast, and if the show can appeal to the legions who love the sitcom, this time next year, the producers will be millionaires.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 20th February 2019

Jacob Hawley: Howl review

Hawley is a charismatic 27-year-old with a passion and a cause, and quite some performance chops (that 2:1 masters degree is coming in handy). Once he scratches deeper, and with more focus to his attitude, he could be a force to be reckoned with.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 19th February 2019

This Time With Alan Partridge preview

This Time With Alan Partridge an intriguing beat away from the normal rhythms of mainstream sitcom. Add a timeless comedy character at the helm, and a savvy, funny script and you have a triumphant return for Norfolk's most enduring broadcaster.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 14th February 2019

Catastrophe: the final episode

Such density of scripting, combined with the dark humour and embarrassing realities, both made palatable by the screen charisma of Delaney and Horgan, should cement Catastrophe's place as a landmark in Britain's comedy terrain.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 13th February 2019

Review - Young Corbyn: An Origin Story

There is something in this spoof, but it needs more focus on the political angle on which it's sold, rather than the easier jokes of young actors bickering.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 7th February 2019

Review: Hypothetical

This probably won't be such a mega-hit as Taskmaster, but everything Acaster touches tends to turn to gold, so it's easy to see this becoming an audience favourite.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 6th February 2019

Abigoliah Schauman review

Abigoliah Schauman brings a lot of swagger to her latest stand-up show, as its title surely suggests. And not just in the bold confidence of her performance, she sometimes comes right out and tell us how great she is.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 4th February 2019

The Stand Up Sketch Show preview

Oddly, ITV2's new way of presenting stand-up appears to have come from someone with no faith in stand-up at all.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 28th January 2019

Lost Voice Guy: I'm Only In It For The Parking review

'Don't expect the sweet and innocent comedian from Britain's Got Talent,' says Lost Voice Guy Lee Ridley, winner of last year's competition.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 26th January 2019

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