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Seven questions with... Tom Allen
Tom Allen is rapidly growing in popularity on the stand up circuit, having recently supported the likes of Josie Long and Sarah Millican on nationwide and international tours. Tom's unique blend of the sinister and the playfully cheeky makes for a very interesting performer, with the comic bringing his latest hour, Indeed, to 2016's Edinburgh Festival.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 8th August 2016The 50 best shows to see at the 2016 Edinburgh Festival
From Alistair McGowan to Youssou N'Dour - our critics pick the 50 gigs guaranteed to make Edinburgh rock.
The Telegraph, 30th July 2016Tom Allen: Indeed interview
Growing up feeling as if he didn't fit in gave Tom Allen a head start when it came to comedy.
Jay Richardson, Fest Mag, 25th July 2016Dapper laughs: comedians with a sense of style
Some of the Fringe's top comedians reveal why they dress to impress on stage.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 12th July 2016Comedy Central raises awareness about mental health problems
Comedy Central has teamed up with the charity Mind to help raise awareness about anxiety and other mental health problems. They've filmed a number of stand-up sets about the topic.
British Comedy Guide, 19th April 2016Interview: rarely asked questions - Tom Allen
Smart stories? Check. Smart suit? Check. Household name? Why not? The eloquent, erudite Tom Allen has been on the cusp of breaking through for most of the decade and it finally looks as if he is having his moment.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 2nd February 2016Interview: Tom Allen
An articulate comic with some great twists on the English language and some sharp observations on modern life, Tom Allen plays the Comedy Box this month. But will Bristol find him in festive, or frankly fastidious form?
Steve Wright, Bristol 24/7, 15th December 2015Brighton Comedy Festival Gala review
The star of the show was the camp and classy Tom Allen - "these pocket handkerchiefs don't wear themselves, you know".
Joel Adams, Brighton Argus, 12th October 2015Tom Allen: How to get round the Fringe in a hurry (Link expired)
You've got to be streetwise to cram in the shows, writes Tom Allen. How will you do it? You are stuck in Bristo Square and you've got to get to The Stand in just under seven minutes!
Tom Allen, WOW247, 12th August 2015Tom Allen: Getting to Fringe can feel like a long trip
Taking a solo hour of comedy to the Edinburgh Fringe starts well in advance. My experience has felt like a long journey - one which is best compared to the actual journey I have made from London to Edinburgh on the train every year for the past 10 years.
Tom Allen, The Stage, 6th August 2015