Richard James

Based in Plymouth, Richard has been performing since 2012. He was a finalist in Foster's South Coast Comedian of the Year 2014. He has performed across the UK on pro-bills, from festivals to corporate functions. In Feb 2015 he performed in the USA in New York and Baltimore. He also co-runs a series of successful open Mic comedy nights in Plymouth as part of The Plymouth Comedy Avengers. He has a fondness for the absurd and the awkward details of life and is an unashamed nerd for history and science fiction. The material that he uses stretches from topical humour to bizarre family stories to films and history. His passion for writing comedy means that he is constantly coming up with new ideas, sketches and routines. Always on the look out for more gigs and new audiences he is keen to sharpen his comedic skills. '...coped with a 'excitable' crowd exceptionally well, engaging them with warming stories of his childhood and own personal geekery.' The Funny Fort: Plymouth '...continues to deliver brilliantly in front of audiences of any size. I've seen rooms captivated as he transports audiences back through nostalgic school days and his precarious experiences as a youngster. There's something for everyone as Richard's friendly stage presence facilitates the absurdity of the situations this rising star has found himself in over the years. ' Ministry Comedy Bournemouth. 'quick wit and hilarious anecdotes quickly endear him to an expectant crowd.' New Life Magazine '..once again proved to be "one to watch" with brilliantly crafted and delivered jokes that left the audience wanting more. If you get the chance to see him perform, then do it' Graham Wilkes. Comedy showcase organiser for Truro Festival 2015. Thank you for reading.