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Lloyd Langford

A prolific writer and performer, Lloyd Langford is proving himself to be a highly sought after act with his striking combination of natural wit undercut with a playful curiosity. Born in Wales but currently living in London, Langford's act is an ever-evolving mixture of personal anecdotes, memorable one-liners and topical material.

 Press Quotes:

“One of the sharpest comedic minds on the circuit.” The Guardian

“A rich tapestry of jokes at his command.” The Independent

"The sharpest of comedy instincts and an innate grasp of timing and pace…Makes stand-up look deceptively simple." Chortle

“His laidback, charming approach to comedy makes him instantly likeable.” Time Out

"Some really fine gags…A lovely contrast of this very benevolent delivery with some quite edgy material." Stephanie Merritt, The Observer

"The new Prince Charming of comedy...Might well be the find of the year." Paramount Comedy

"An expertly executed set." BBC Oxford

“A quick and instinctively funny mind.” Metro

“A born banterer, Langford handles swerve balls with ease.” The Stage

 Competitions and Awards:
Nominee – Breakthrough Act in the Chortle Awards 2008
Semi-finalist - BBC New Talent Competition 2005
Winner - Chortle Student Comic of the Year 2004

Television:
The Comedy Store (Paramount Comedy) 2006 & 2008
Never Mind The Buzzcocks (BBC 2) – writer on series 22

Warm-up:
Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Radio:
Team captain on BBC Wales’ Jest A Minute - 2008
Regular guest and co-presenter on BBC Wales' The Rhod Gilbert Show – 2007/2008
Writer for BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz - 2007
Regular writer for BBC Radio 4's The Now Show - 2006/2007/2008
Appearances on The Fred McCauley Show (BBC Scotland) and The Jon Richardson Show (BBC 6 Music) - 2008

Festival Appearances:
Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2008 – Lloyd Langford: Not a Lover, Not a Fighter
Carling Leeds and Reading Festivals 2007
Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2006 - Part of Avalon's Comedy Zone


Live Performances:
Lloyd gets regular paid work for The Comedy Store, Off The Kerb and Avalon amongst others and can be seen gigging in venues all over the UK and beyond. In 2006 he provided a few support dates for Alan Carr and was the main tour support for Rhod Gilbert's "Knocking on Heaven's Door" show. In 2007 Lloyd again provided support for Rhod's national tour and could also be seen opening for Russell Brand on his "Only Joking" national tour. As well as gigging extensively around the United Kingdom, Lloyd has also performed in Abu Dhabi, Doha, Dubai, the French Alps Munich and Singapore.