James Dowdeswell - My Grandad Was A Clown And Those Are Big Shoes To Fill (UK)
Synopsis
What happens when you find a clown in your family tree? James' great grandfather was a comic actor, clown, and worked with Charlie Chaplin. Well, that explains the hair.
James is a storytelling comedian who has performed his stand-up all around the world from Shanghai to Dubai. This is his sixth full-length show.
As seen on Extras (BBC), Edinburgh And Beyond and The World Stands Up (Paramount Comedy Channel). He can currently be seen prancing about in the latest Jamie Cullum video.
"James Dowdeswell is a real master of the comedian's craft. It's a genuine pleasure to be in the company of this master gag-smith for an hour, an experience that few should really pass up." Chortle (UK)
"Intelligent and inventive." The List (UK)
"An excellent line in comedy." Pick Of The Week, The Guardian (UK)
http://myspace.com/jamesdowdeswell
Reviews
"Historical re-enactment comedy! Wow, two of my favourite things brought together at last."
Australian Comedy Review
Date
6 - 18 April
Times
Tue-Sat 8.15pm, Sun 7.15pm
Duration
60 minutes
Venue
Trades Hall - Allende
Cnr Lygon & Victoria Sts, Carlton
Wheelchair access
Prices
Full $22
Concession $15
Group (5 or more) $15
Preview $15
Tightarse Tuesday $15
Laugh Pack $15
Bookings
- Ticketmaster 1300 660 013
- At the door

