Rory Bremner
- 63 years old
- Scottish
- Actor, writer, comedian and impressionist
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ITV orders impressions series The Imitation Game
ITV has ordered a series of The Imitation Game, a new comedy show based around impressions. Alexander Armstrong hosts.
British Comedy Guide, 19th October 2017Rory Bremner: 'A lack of satire caused Brexit'
Impressionist and comedian Rory Bremner has suggested that a lack of satirical comedy in mainstream entertainment is partly to blame for Brexit.
Finlay Greig, i Newspaper, 23rd August 2017Rory Bremner vs speech recognition software
The comedian and impressionist mimics people for fun. But he says the science behind speech recognition is deadly serious.
Rory Bremner, Radio Times, 9th August 2017Star-studded line-up for South Tyneside comedy festival
South Tyneside Comedy Festival, based at The Customs House in South Shields, is coming back after its first year in 2016.
ITV, 28th June 2017TV review: Host The Week, C4
But I have to be honest, I'm struggling to find something good to say about this.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 22nd June 2017ITV to pilot panel show featuring impressionists
ITV is to pilot a new panel show format involving comedy impressionists. Alexander Armstrong will host The Imitation Game.
British Comedy Guide, 9th June 2017Strong & Stable: no one's safe in Schneider's podcast
Launched for the general election, it's a shame this sharp slice of satire isn't sticking around for a bit longer.
Hannah Verdier, The Guardian, 8th June 2017Podcasts of the Week: Strong and Stable
As an extraordinary general election campaign draws to a close, Simon O'Hagan recommends two outstanding political podcasts.
Simon O'Hagan, Radio Times, 7th June 2017Review - Rory Bremner: Partly Political
It seems odd these days that most stand-up comedians have to introduce themselves before arriving on stage: so when the announcer heralds Rory Bremner's imminent entrance in a broad northern accent, you would be forgiven for thinking "wow Bremner is pushing the boat out tonight", but then you realize it's Bremner himself and a timely reminder at just what a talent this man has.
Matt Forrest, The Reviews Hub, 22nd February 2017Review: Slap Up Feast of Fun
Last night's Slapstick Festival fundraiser was a rare treat for comedy fans, as Bristol packed the hall to enjoy performances from Rory Bremner, Tim Vine, Barry Cryer, Neil Innes and the legendary John Cleese.
Bristol 24/7, 2nd October 2016