Vittorio Angelone
- Northern Irish
- Stand-up comedian and writer
Press clippings
Edinburgh Fringe costs a 'struggle' for NI performers
The Edinburgh Fringe is where many young artists from Northern Ireland go to make their name. However, some local artists have said the rising costs around performing there is a huge constraint.
Adam Mandeville, BBC, 4th August 2024Comedy picks to help you get the best out of the Fringe
Every year, Paul Levy asks me for a list of the top ten 'must-see' comedy shows at Edinburgh Fringe. This year there are 1,520 comedy shows to see. Working through the list, it is clear that ten isn't going to do it.
Fringe Review, 21st July 2024Vittorio Angelone: Who Do You Think You Are? I Am! review
The show, including an excellent support act by Liam Withnail, runs to two hours, and although Angelone looks as if he could go on for longer, the material has run a bit thin.
Jane Darcy, The Reviews Hub, 8th March 2024Vittorio Angelone: 'I used to run an open mic night in the basement of a kebab shop'
Belfast-born comedic virtuoso Vittorio Angelone has certainly hit the right note after starting his career in 2018. Since then, he has performed at the Edinburgh Fringe, created a popular podcast and is now preparing to go on the road with his brand-new tour.
Sophie Clarke, The Irish News, 31st January 2024Vittorio Angelone: "I am an idiot. Proudly."
Comedian and podcast host Vittorio Angelone sold out the Edinburgh Fringe last year, and was shortlisted for Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards the year before. He tells us the secrets to his success.
Square Mile, 10th January 2024Vittorio Angelone releases Translations stand-up show online
Vittorio Angelone has released debut stand-up special on YouTube. Translations was his 2022 show, which resulted in him receiving a Best Newcomer nomination in the Edinburgh Comedy Awards.
British Comedy Guide, 10th September 2023Channel 4's Jokes Only A ... Can Tell back with immigrants & NHS staff
Channel 4 has ordered an expanded second series of its diverse stand-up showcase Jokes Only A ... Can Tell, featuring immigrants, NHS workers, the neurodivergent, Muslim, Indian, Scottish and Northern Irish comedians.
British Comedy Guide, 18th March 2023Daniel Petrie wins Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year 2023
Daniel Petrie was picked as the winner of the Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year 2023 competition, with Vittorio Angelone second and Shalaka Kurup third.
British Comedy Guide, 26th February 2023Vittorio Angelone: Translations review - an eye-catching stand-up debut
The Irish-Italian comic, nominated for best newcomer at the Edinburgh fringe, delivers his show with a light touch and ample self-irony.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 25th January 2023Chortle Awards 2023 nominees announced
Shortlisted nominees for the 2023 awards run by comedy website Chortle have been announced. Bob Mortimer, Alasdair Beckett-King and Jordan Gray have secured two nominations each.
British Comedy Guide, 24th January 2023