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James Cann

James Cann...an intelligent-simpleton, an oxymoron?! No...just a moron, who's not afraid to ask the stupid questions that society ignores.

James started performing stand-up comedy in late 2005 and has quickly chalked-up over 100 gigs. His easily accessible stories, delivered with his child-like mentality in a melancholy-surrealist style has captivated audiences.

Journalist & radio presenter James started stand-up comedy to try and explain-away his manic depression but audiences can't help but laugh at his misfortune. His day job keeps his mind fresh with the latest news but with most news being bad news, this doesn't help his mental state.

Throughout August 2006 James performed stand-up in the sell-out show HERESY at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. (www.freefringe.com), (www.edfringe.com).

Press:
"An enjoyably varied act" - Three Weeks
"Spontaneous laugh-out-loud funny" - Gigreviewscotland.net
"impressed from upfront" - Newburytoday.co.uk

What comic's say:
"Really good set, excellent" Alun Cochrane
"Fucking excellent material." Joe Wilkinson
"Powerful delivery that captivated the audience. Book him!" Mike Manera
"He should be headlining." Logan Murray
"Very funny. Better than that guy...you know...with the hair." John Lane
"He's an hilarious Owl, looks bird-like. Not sure Owl's the right one." Caroline Clifford

Where he has performed:
Has performed throughout London, the south East & at the Edinburgh Festival.
Comedy Store
Comedy Café
Downstairs at the Kingshead
Laughing Horse (various)
Mirth Control (various)
Electric Mouse (various)
Outside the Box
Amused Moose
Queens Head
The Bedford
Camden Head
Bath House
Red Lion

Competitions:
Finalist Newbury Comedy Festival "Only Joking" competition.