Terse and intense Stephen Carlin holds the bottom of a dirty whisky glass to his eye and sees the world through its filthy clouded prism reporting his findings in the tight brutal patois of the Scottish Snooker Club. Herald *****
Chosen as one of Stewart Lee’s “Ten Best Stand Up Comedians Ever”, Carlin has supported Stewart Lee, Stephen Merchant, Felix Dexter, Tom Stade on their national tours. Carlin has acquired a growing fan base and critical acclaim for his original, insightful material and accomplished delivery. This married with his exceptional turn of phrase and brilliantly opinionated broadsides make for memorable routines. All skilfully delivered in trademark deadpan Scottish brogue. His popularity is growing internationally with a recent international tour across South East Asia and the Middle East.
“Announcing the arrival of a new comedy original” Herald ★★★★★
“Laconic laced with Red Bull, material so thoughtful you would put your house on (him) reinventing the knock knock joke” Herald
“One of the most distinctive, and funniest, comedians in Britain” - Chortle ★★★★
“If this man isn’t a household name in five years time, the world is even more lacking in justice than we could have feared” - Scotsman
“A cult favourite among fans at the sharper end of stand-up” - Guardian
"A quality comedian. Recommended!" Kevin Bridges