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Phil blends Welsh charm with observational, sometimes slightly surreal humour, often riffing off social justice themes and audience interactions. He stands out with his unique mix of storytelling, sharp wit and a relaxed yet engaging demeanor.

TV/Viral
BBC Sesh - various sketches
“Stand Yp” 1hr solo comedy special - S4C
“Heno” - S4C
"Gwerthu Allan" (showcase for Welsh comedians) - S4C​
Warm-up for Six Nations Rugby - BBC Wales
“Y lle” culture show - S4C
“Giggle” (stand up showcase) - S4C
“Sam on the Screen” - S4C
Warm-up for "Jonathan" - S4C​

Radio:
Arthur Smiths 'Comedy Club' - BBC Radio 4 Extra
New Act Competition - BBC Radio 4
Wynne Evans Show - BBC Radio Wales
"The Jamie Owen Show" - BBC Radio Wales
"Noel's toughest gig" - BBC Cymru
"Tommo" - BBC Radio Cymru

Competitions:
Winner - Stand Up Cider
Winner - Frome’s Funniest
Finalist - Bath New Act
Semi-Finalist - So You Think You’re Funny
Semi-Finalist - BBC New Act
Semi-Finalist - Welsh Unsigned Act Award
Finalist - Bath New Act

Testimonials:

“I enjoy seeing a “Work in Progress” show, seeing what jokes land and what miss target. I have to say in Phil Cooper’s show “And Such (WIP)”, there are way more hits than misses.”
“Absolutely brilliant.”
“His pace and delivery are very good indeed, and his material hits the spot with the crowd. Well constructed stories merge into one another rather seamlessly”
“Definitely one for the diary for next year’s Fringe, I’m keen to see how this show develops and grows” - One4Review (Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025)

"Makes comedy look simple, a true talent" - Fosters Comedy

​"Impossible not to be drawn into his expertly delivered dialogue as he riffs off audience interactions - Top class comedian" - Ministry Comedy

"Very impressive. Had everyone in stitches. We will certainly be having him back again and again" - Eminent Comedy