2019 Edinburgh Fringe
Pierre Novellie: You're Expected to Care
On a little more incendiary form this year (which does suit him), Pierre Novellie continues to be a bulletproof-reliable comedian with strong observations on society.
Existing is exhausting. Endless empathy and engagement is expected of everyone. You've got to be aware of all the complicated, horrific things in the world, don't you? Even if they're absolutely nothing to do with you? The only thing worse than trying is not trying, and vice-versa. Watch award-winning, five-star comedian Pierre Novellie bring some intellectual levity to various absolutely appalling subjects. This is a 'rather laugh than cry' show, not a 'laugh then cry' show. 'Brutally funny' (Chortle.co.uk). 'Hilarious' (Times). 'A stand-up masterclass' (List).
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Grace Dent, The Guardian, 12th August 2019Pierre Novellie interview
Existing is exhausting. Endless empathy and engagement is expected of everyone. You've got to be aware of all the complicated, horrific things in the world, don't you? Even if they're absolutely nothing to do with you? The only thing worse than trying is not trying, and vice-versa. Watch award-winning, five-star comedian Pierre Novellie bring some intellectual levity to various absolutely appalling subjects with new Fringe, You're Expected to Care. He also spoke with The Fountain about his show in more depth and his plans for this month.
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Alice Jones, i Newspaper, 2nd August 2019Comedy picks
Jay Richardson selects the very very best from across the comedy programme.
Jay Richardson, Fest Mag, 21st July 2019Interview: Pierre Novellie
In this interview Pierre Novellie talks about his new show, what he likes and dislikes about the Edinburgh festival, the funniest thing that's happened to him since he started performing, and how he envies certain elements of the American comedy scene.
Comedy To Watch, 19th July 2019Performances
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| 31st Jul 2019 | 19:15 | Pleasance Courtyard (Beside) |
| 1st Aug 2019 | 19:15 | Pleasance Courtyard (Beside) |
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