Gareth Richards is a popular comedian, famed for his work as the co-host of The Frank Skinner Show on Absolute Radio. A talented comedian, Gareth has performed across the globe from locations in Qatar and Luxembourg to Bahrain and Dubai. After performing his first gig at the Wibbly Wobbly Boat, Gareth now has a plethora of top comedy clubs and festivals on his performance roster. Now also booked as a comedian to perform at corporate and private events, Gareth has been recognised as a ‘quietly clever craftsman’ by The Evening Standard and ‘truly memorable’ by Chortle.
After performing his first gig in 2004, Gareth has risen in popularity amongst the comedy circuit. He has now performed at events such as the V Festival, Machynlleth Comedy Festival, Larmer Festival and the Green Man Festival. He has also entertained audiences in some of the UKs famed comedy clubs, including The Glee Club, Komedia, The Stand and The Frog & Bucket. His comedy has caught the eye of top comedy critics, and he has also been a runner-up in the Amused Moose Laugh-Off 2007.
Providing tour support to Englebert Humperdink, Frank Skinner, Jenny Éclair, Lee Mack, Milton Jones and Rhod Gilbert, Gareth has left his mark on comedy enthusiasts across the globe. Becoming a favourite on the comedy circuit, Gareth has also appeared on Live At The Electric, The Dog Ate My Homework and Russell Howard’s Good News. In 2010, Gareth performed his debut show Stand Up Between Songs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and has been a regular at the festival ever since. Gaining a stellar reputation for his comedy, Gareth has also been a finalist in Hackney New Empire’s New Act of the Year 2007.
Nominated for The Fosters Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer in 2010, it is without a doubt that Gareth is a highly popular comedian perfect to perform his hilarious stand up at a range of events. With performance credits including the V Festival and Komedia, Gareth is a versatile comedian perfect for a range of demographics in a variety of locations. Named a ‘charming, engaging performer’ by The Scotsman and to have a ‘delicious otherworldly quality’ by Chortle, when looking for a comedian to perform at your next event, Gareth Richards is guaranteed to be a hit with your audience.
How to hire Gareth Richards
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Gareth Richards for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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"A delightful hour of comedy." - The Guardian
"Richards is a charming, engaging performer. " - Kate, The Scotsman
"A quietly clever craftsman with a big future." - Bruce, Evening Standard
"We laughed until we couldn’t catch our breath." - Grazia
"Assured writing, from silly wordplay to melancholic self-evaluation." - Steve, Chortle
"His Material has a delicious otherworldly quality." - Chortle
