Wondering when you’ll catch a break? Wondering when the hard work will pay off? This is a (WIP) show for you.

★★★★★ “A surprisingly powerful show that, even with a dark theme, manages to bring some light into the world - will leave you in tears of laughter" BROADWAY WORLD

★★★★★ "Hugely talented with a captivating stage presence, and the comedy comes thick and fast during this ​emotional-risk-taking roller coaster" THREE WEEKS

★★★★★ "Take a risk. See this show" BROADWAY BABY

Alexander Bennett is a ​Chortle and Leicester Comedy Festival Award nominated comedian. He is the creator and co-host of the award nominated cult podcast Born Yesterday. His solo shows have received rave reviews, been recommended by the British Comedy Guide, featured in The Times Top Jokes of the Edinburgh Fringe and performed on the West End at London's prestigious Soho Theatre. He has been featured in the Guardian, Metro and IPaper and has been heard on BBC Radio 4 and 5 Live.

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★★★★★ "A courageous and powerful hour of comedy… Bennett has created a Fringe classic for years to come with this show. Take a risk and see it" ED FRINGE REVIEW

★★★★ "A testament to the power of comedy to illuminate the human experience - Bennett clearly knows what he's doing" THE REVIEWS HUB

★★★★ "Balances hilarity with poignant themes,often taking unexpected turns" EDINBURGH FESTIVALS MAGAZINE

★★★★ "Brilliantly moving, hilarious and singular - There’s no getting away from Bennett’s sheer charm, wit, and intrepid courageousness and this show is a wild ride worth undertaking" ENTERTAINMENT NOW

★★★★ “Dark, biting, deeply cynical humour is part of his comedic DNA, but it’s a blade he’s tempered with time, talent, and hard work” THE QR

★★★★ “Genuinely hilarious” ONE4REVIEW

★★★★ "This really is a show that needs you to go in blind but open-minded. Take a risk. I'm sure you’ll have a good time" THE VOICE

★★★★★ “A breakout show for an intimidatingly skilful performer” MUMBLE

★★★★★ "They say that there’s no genius without a touch of madness and Alexander Bennett has both in barrels" PEPPER AND SALT

"A working class boy with the dry, arch wit of a bard. He holds the audience in the palm of his hand, pulling big laughs from every quadrant - His act doesn’t get the attention it should do" CHORTLE

"Bennett is undoubtedly a funny man - self deprecating stories that leaves his audience in stitches" THE LIST

"Well crafted, acutely observed stand up from a mind constantly at war with its host - Bennett's storytelling skills refresh every routine" FEST

"Dark soul bearing comedy mixing laughs with honesty - evokes the spirit of early Johnny Vegas" BEYOND THE JOKE

"distinctive, daring, and empathetic - well worth anyone's time"

THE WEE REVIEW