Michael Odewale is taking the comedy world by storm. A performer with commanding stage presence and a comedy style that cleverly intertwines social commentary, with current affairs and of course quick wit, it’s no wonder Michael was named on the BBC New Talent Host List of 2017. Equally at ease performing to sold-out theatres as he is with small corporate functions, Michael is the ideal choice for private events, offering side-splitting one-liners, everyone can enjoy.
Taking to the stage, full of swagger, Michael is a clever comedian. The type of comic that gets an audience thinking with his accurate social commentary, no topic is off-limits for Michael who is known to address politics, economics, and racism. Starting his comedy career whilst still studying at university, Michael first took to the stand-up scene in 2014 and was an instant hit with crowds. From one-liners to jokes that slowly build to an eruption of laughter, his versatility and talent for the craft led to demand and he began taking his act on tour in 2017.
A prestigious event for any performer, it was only a matter of time before Michael Odewale made his Edinburgh Fringe debut. With his highly anticipated comedy hour show, titled ‘Black Bears Matter’ Michael’s 2019 debut was a sell out event, met with critical acclaim. In recognition of the success of his frank and fast-paced comedy act, he was nominated for the Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer 2019.
As a comedian with a refreshingly new approach to comedy, Michael has been in high demand to appear at famous venues and at televised events. From the Top Secret Comedy Club to London’s Up The Creek Comedy Club, Micahel is a regular at stand up venues, especially in the capital. Additionally, his work can be heard on BBC Radio 4 and Michael can be seen on Chris Ramsey’s Stand Up Central on the Comedy Central channel.
Recognised across the UK for his comic abilities, Michael Odewale has been nominated for a number of awards. Even as a fresh face on the scene, Michael won the Chortle Student Comedy Award in 2016 and in the same year he was a finalist for the BBC New Comedy Awards. In 2018 he was handpicked alongside three others to perform in The Pleasance Comedy Reserve Edinburgh Fringe slot. After his debut solo show at the Edinburgh Fringe, he received the award for the Best New Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival in 2019.
How to hire Michael Odewale
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