Ben Norris (comedian)

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Ben Norris is a British stand up comedian who has been performing on the comedy circuit since 1993. He has appeared on a range of different television shows such as Mock the Week and Never Mind the Buzzcocks. He was the warm-up man for the 7th series of Mock the Week on which he also appeared three times as a guest, on one occasion standing in for Frankie Boyle, who became ill moments before filming started and had to be taken to hospital.[1] A regular at The Comedy Store, in recent years Ben has become a member of the Tuesday night 'Cutting Edge' team.

Ben has twice been Ed Byrne's support act on national tours, He is also the cousin of actor Martin Freeman.

"The term circuit legend is overused, but Norris is one of a handful that have been headlining for more than two decades and rarely departs a stage without leaving it torn to shreds in his wake. A master of the craft, this will be an hour of the most polished stand-up you are likely to see."

GQ Magazine

References

  1. ↑ "Mock the Week: Frankie Boyle, Get Well Soon - TV.com".

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