Quench
Russell Howard
By Rebecca Child
Russell Howard, recent star of Mock of the Week, is infectious. With a super-elasticised, improvisational mind and massive enthusiasm, his show was superb.
His act is largely positive and is based around real-life experiences. He blithely takes the mick out of human stupidity, discussing everything from falling in love five times every train journey to the guy in the front row that walked into a tree.
Russell uses his material magnificently, and cleverly changes and adapts it throughout his show. He keeps his audience attentive and laughing.
His stream of consciousness leaps are fascinating and his quick wit and magical improvisation is very impressive. With a healthy spattering of Welsh-themed jokes and some inspired physical comedy, Russell enraptured the audience throughout. His charismatic comedy genius and boundless confidence had the audience roaring for the whole two hours he was on stage. If you ever get the chance, go and see this guy.
This Week
Latest Edition
Mixtape 2
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