Comedian
James Beckett
Artist profile
James Beckett is a Derbyshire based comedian with a stammer, having debuted his first ever solo show 'Stutter Island' at Edinburgh Fringe 2025 James will spin you tales of his experiences as a 40 year old man with a stammer, how he had to deliver his own child & a strange run in with the theme tune from Ducktales. James is starting to appear on bills with some the best promoters in the country and is a wonderful addition to any line up!
"Brimming with wit and invention " ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - One4Review -
"Well thought out performance" Notts Comedy Review
"Imperfectly perfect, unpredictably punchy" edinburghmagazine.com
"An engaging and memorable performance" Rockcentral Promotions
"Fast, scattergun & very funny" Buxton Festival Fringe
Winner of Beat the Frog
Winner of Mr Bens in Leeds
Winner of a Funhouse Comedy Gong
Semi-Finalist for Laughing Horse New Act of the Year
Semi Finalist for So You Think Your Funny
Audience Reviews from Edinburgh Fringe 2025
"Must watch, hidden gem of the Fringe" - Emma
"I'll be recommending this show to anyone" - Rei
"James is a gem!" - Gillian
"Please go and see him, you will not be disappointed." - Gordon
"Very funny man. Like... very funny. Will make you laugh out loud." - Jordan
"What a delightful way to spend an hour" - Nicola
"A wonderfully written and excellently delivered show" - Matthew
"James is absolute class" - Harriet
