Edinburgh Comedy Awards

Gareth Richards 2010 Best Newcomer Nominee

Stand Up Between Songs

Having done his first ever gig on Malcolm Hardee's boat the, The Wibbly Wobbly, Richards, it could be argued, had been influenced by a man who embodies the Fringe experience at a very early stage. Hardee's anarchic style itself did not rub off on Richards, however, who favours a cooler approach when meshing his comedy songs and stand up together. Among his work outside the live circuit, Richards is a guest host on Frank Skinner's Absolute Radio show.

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