John Oakes – Rapscallion

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Comedy (improv)

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Join comedian John Oakes for 50 minutes of improvised hilarity! Featuring entirely extemporized Shakespearean style sonnets, raucous unrehearsed rap recitals and guest appearances from some of the best improvisors at the fringe! 'A joy to behold' ***** (Shakespeare4Breakfast). 'The future of improv' (Mike McShane, Whose Line Is It Anyway?).

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James Masser 15 days ago

My favourite improv comedian of the fringe so far, John was awesome, had great energy with his guest and the audience, and had us laughing the whole way through!

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John Bates 20 days ago

I saw John Oakes’ solo show on the back of seeing him at the Comedy Brunch, where he was introduced as one of the best improv performers on earth; having now seen his show, I tend to agree. I’m not sure how it’s possible to be so funny for an hour without a plan?!

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Kyle Duffy 23 days ago

Absolutely one of the best improv comedians I've seen! Even with tricky suggestions, he put on an incredible show and he made everything funny! Plus..great marketing, rapping on the street

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Chris Andrews 24 days ago

John is so talented, his improv from some tricky audience suggestions was outstanding, his special guest differs (I went twice for this very reason) but adds to the show & was fantastic to have a full on rap at the end.
Great audience involvement, but there's no pressure so don't be intimidated, if you're shy or haven't seen improv before, it's a great introduction!

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Lucy Weston 26 days ago

I was completely taken aback by the level of talent and skill at this show! I’ve never seen anything like it! Definitely worth a watch if you want to be impressed by unique and clever comedy!!

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Nicky Proud 26 days ago

John is amazing! So clever and funny. Really recommend this show! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Theresa Jones 27 days ago

What a genius - so clever and very funny!

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Mitchell B 28 days ago

Really great improv, he's very gentle/polite with the audience participation (although there is a lot so be prepared for that). Hidden gem, free entry but you'll want to pay a tenner on the way out.

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Katie Marsden 29 days ago

Watched John last night and be was really really good. Quick on his feet, very funny and with a really kind energy about him. Go see him!

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Ben 30 days ago

I just happened to pass by and I thought, OK, I'll check out the show. The show is really funny. There is interaction with the audience and improvisation. I can only recommend everyone to come along.

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Heather McCauley 33 days ago

Absolutely the best improv I've ever seen + great crowd work! He's so funny and on the night we went, he brought his wife on stage to improv with him a bit and they are hilarious together. Can't wait to see her show next!

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