Alexander Bennett
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Comedian/Writer/Director/Creative
Firebug, Leicester • Friday 5 February 2027 • 21:00
Wondering when all your hard work will pay off? Wondering when you’ll catch a lucky break? This is a show for you. Expect songs and strong feelings.
‘Surprisingly powerful - will leave you in tears of laughter’ ★★★★★ Broadway World
Alexander Bennett is a Chortle and Leicester Comedy Festival Award nominated comedian. His solo shows have received rave reviews, been recommended by the British Comedy Guide, featured in The Times Top Jokes of the Edinburgh Fringe and performed at London's prestigious Soho Theatre. He has been heard on the Always Be Comedy, Comedian’s Comedian, and Jokes with Mark Simmons podcasts, on the BBC (5 Live, Radio 4), Virgin Radio and his own award nominated podcast Born Yesterday. He has been featured in the Guardian, Observer, Metro and the iPaper.
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‘See this show.’ ★★★★★ Broadway Baby
‘Hugely talented with a captivating stage presence' ★★★★★ Three Weeks
‘A courageous and powerful hour of comedy.’ ★★★★★ EdFringe Review
‘His raw honesty, instincts and commitment to the bit ensures the audience stays firmly on his side throughout’ ★★★★ The Skinny
‘A high-caliber show that makes a strong case that comedy, done well, can be an art form with something substantive to say’ ★★★★ Edinburgh Reporter
‘A testament to the power of comedy to illuminate the human experience - Bennett clearly knows what he's doing.’ ★★★★ Reviews Hub
‘Balances hilarity with poignant themes, often taking unexpected turns.’ ★★★★ Edinburgh Festivals Magazine
‘Brilliantly moving, hilarious and singular’ ★★★★ Entertainment Now
‘Dark, biting, deeply cynical humour is part of his comedic DNA, but it’s a blade he’s tempered with time, talent, and hard work.’ ★★★★ The QR
Comedian/Writer/Director/Creative
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