James Sherwood
Imaginative musical jokes and beautifully crafted original comedy songs...the material he offers is fresh, contemporary and pin-sharp original.....The Guardian
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James Sherwood has been dragging his piano around the UK Comedy Circuit for over 20 years. From packed comedy clubs and theatres to intimate private parties and corporate events, James's understated wit finds the laughs in unexpected places. James will take your favourite song, slightly ruin it for ever and, to make matters worse, the rest of the room will be laughing and applauding.
For special events, James can provide the perfect musical comedy experience. Writing a song specially for your event is just the start: he can perform it live with his piano; he can record it with a rock band, or orchestra, or anything in between; he can bring a barbershop group of singers to perform it a capella. He could even put on a mini-musical depicting your favourite guests/friends/employees/hostages. If you want your music funny, or your funnies musical, James can provide the answer.
He has appeared extensively on BBC Radio 5 Live and Radio 4. To show his musical comedy versatility, he has written and performed comedy for Radio 1 AND Radio 3. He once spent the day writing songs for Duncan from Blue to sing in the shower (he's 80% sure he didn't dream this). He's written jokes for Sandi Toksvig, Rory Bremner, and Jo Brand. He's taken several shows to the Edinburgh Fringe and the Leicester Comedy Festival, and won 'best show' awards at the Buxton Fringe and the Hollywood Fringe (US).
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"If you ever wondered what would happen if Bill Bailey and Marcus Brigstocke had a child..." Chortle
"Quite brilliant" ......The Scotsman
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"Savage satire" ....Sunday Times