Liam Williams

Edinburgh Comedy Awards – Best Newcomer Nominee 2013, LIAM WILLIAMS, brings his self-titled solo debut to London. During this year’s Edinburgh Fringe, the show galvanized his position as British comedy’s bright young thinker, and marked Williams’ arrival as a new comic voice very much worth listening to. His is an hour of soul-smithied jokes and negative energy.

“We predicted this debut was going to be a cracker, and it feels good to be proved right” **** – TIME OUT

Following two frequently lauded shows as one third of cult sketch group SHEEPS – “One of the most exciting sketch acts to emerge in years” (TIME OUT), Liam’s solo work is set for the London run that’s he’s been due for some time. His stand-up combines caustic criticism with playful one-liners, a measured and subdued method of delivery, and a heavy dose of the absurd.

“An exceptional talent with language” **** - CHORTLE

There is a distinct level of lyricism to Williams' lament, as he explores themes of self- doubt and emotional insecurity whilst discussing the moral and political quandaries of modern living. A furrowed brow of comedic invention, Williams performs stand-up which is intelligent, literate, and wholly unpatronising.

“Such mastery of language and economy of wit” **** - SCOTSMAN

Recently, Liam has appeared as the stand-up guest on Russell Howard’s Good News (BBC3), took the lead in comedy short Cake On The Desk (BBC Online), and featured in Jamie Demetriou’s Comedy Blaps (Channel 4). In 2012 he appeared in Doctor Brown’s Channel 4 pilot, as well as performing solo as part of BBC Comedy presents. At this year’s Fringe, in addition to his solo offering, Liam starred alongside Phill Jupitus, Sara Pascoe, Suki Webster and Hal Cruttenden in Robert Khan and Tom Salinsky’s play Making News (Pleasance Courtyard). He continues to write and perform as part of SHEEPS.

“Who knew that melancholy could be so enjoyable?... an assured piece of work that demonstrates an impressive command of tone” **** - FEST

“Intelligent and inventive” **** - THE LIST

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