Paul Fleckney
- English
- Journalist and reviewer
Press clippings Page 6
Katy Wix interview
'I've written women who swear and are allowed to be intelligent'
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 10th November 2015Robert Newman interview
The comedian on his odyssey into the human brain, why he never wants to play a stadium again - and the reason he turned down his comedy hero Bill Hicks.
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 20th October 2015Review - Sam Simmons, Spaghetti For Breakfast
Ultimately, I'm completely baffled by the appeal of this show. That happens sometimes.
Paul Fleckney, London Is Funny, 4th October 2015Review - Michael McIntyre, Happy and Glorious
Ultimately McIntyre has proved once again that he does what a lot of comics do, just much, much better. Sadly for those who can't stand him - and there a plenty of them - he's going nowhere in a hurry.
Paul Fleckney, London Is Funny, 4th October 2015How do you direct a standup gig? Meet the experts
On stage there's just a comedian and a mic. But behind the scenes, directors such as John Gordillo and Phil Nichol can make or break the show. What exactly do they do?
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 24th September 2015Who are the Edinburgh fringe's funniest newcomers?
Jonny Pelham, Tez Ilyas and Lolly Adefope aren't among comedy's big names - yet. But there is charisma, fresh material and young talent to spare at the festival this year. Here are eight of the acts to watch out for...
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 19th August 2015Jason and Ed Byrne on how the Fringe has changed
The comedy veterans - not related - sit down for a post-show drink and wonder what their 24-year-old selves would make of them now.
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 17th August 2015Funmbi Omotayo: Harrods porter turned Hackney gagster
After a storming five-minute spot on The John Bishop Show, Funmbi Omotayo is hitting Edinburgh with his debut solo hour, Legal Immigrant. It's the tale of his family's move from Hackney to Lagos - and back again.
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 30th July 2015British comedians set up UK Comedy Guild trade union
After endless disputes over non-payment, sexism and exploitation, leading players such as Sara Pascoe have joined forces to stamp out funny business.
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 22nd July 2015Michael Palin on his diaries
The comedian on how Monty Python baffled America, why he can't function without worrying - and his struggle to say something no one else will say.
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 14th July 2015