Alexis Dubus

Alexis Dubus

Alexis Dubus
Pseudonym Marcel Lucont
Born (1979-01-05) 5 January 1979
Buckinghamshire, England
Medium Stand-up, character comedy, spoken word
Nationality British

Alexis Dubus (born 5 January 1979) is an English alternative comedian and actor known for his French alter ego Marcel Lucont.

Born in Buckinghamshire, he studied Philosophy and Psychology at the University of Warwick, where he became part of the sketch troupe Ubersausage.

In 2003 he moved to London to perform solo on the UK comedy circuit and, with comedian Sy Thomas, set up Falling Down With Laughter Comedy Club in London Bridge (2003-2010).

He is a Board Member of The Alternative Comedy Memorial Society, at which he has appeared in various guises.

Dubus studied Le Jeu and Clowning at École Philippe Gaulier under master clown Philippe Gaulier.

His television acting roles include Nathan Barley (Channel 4), Pramface (BBC3), Derek (Channel 4) and Red Dwarf XI (Dave). As a stand-up comedian he's appeared on John Bishop's 2014 Christmas Show,[1] Set List,[2] Russell Howard's Good News and various stand-up shows on Comedy Central.[3] He was also a regular on series 2 and 3 of Live at the Electric.[4]

In New Zealand he has been a panellist on Best Bits and 7 Days.[5]

He has made radio appearances on BBC Radio 4 Extra in 4 Extra Stands Up[6] and BBC Radio 1's Phil And Alice's Comedy Lounge.[7]

In 2011, as Marcel Lucont, he wrote the book "What We French Think Of You British... And Where You Are Going Wrong,"[8] published by New Holland Publishers.

In 2013, also as Marcel Lucont, he released the album "Vive Lucont!" featuring 8 songs and 3 poems. [9]

Dubus hosts the Comedy Cul-de-Sac podcast, in which established comedians give accounts of their worst ever experiences on stage.

Edinburgh Fringe shows

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