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After starting comedy in late 2009, Scott Bennett has rapidly established himself as one of the fastest rising stars on the UK circuit. Likeable, with a warm and engaging delivery, he is a Yorkshire live wire with an undeniable no nonsense logic. In demand by many of the big clubs, Scott delivers wry observations on the absurdity of modern living.
Scott Bennett Stand Up
After starting comedy in late 2009, Scott is a standup comedian and writer who’s star is most definitely on the rise. His last two shows Leap Year and Relax were nominated for ‘Best Show’ at the Leicester Comedy Festival and has been named by Chortle as One To Watch for 2018 and 19.
His debut hour stand up show About a Roy was selected as one of the top ten shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2015.
He has appeared on Live at the Apollo BBC1, BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, The Now Show, The Likely Dads and Elephant in the Room with Sarah Millican, The Summer Festival with Daliso Chaponda, The Comedy Club with Arthur Smith, and Knock Knock with Helen Lederer. He also featured on the BBC One show, Live from The Edinburgh Fringe.
He also features on the new Nationwide adverts, released in 2020 and 2021.
Lockdown
During the lockdown of 2020, Scott pioneered the viral hit, Stand up from the Shed, a weekly topical live streamed stand up show from his actual garden shed. The show achieved national coverage in the press, Sky News, BBC News and Five Live and has had over 150,000 views.
At the end of 2020, in the Comics Comic awards Scott was voted “Best Act” a prestigious award decided by comedians and promoters in the industry. Previous winners include, Zoe Lyons and Ian Stone.
In 2017 and 18 Scott supported his comedy hero, Rob Brydon on his National UK tour dates for his latest show I am Standing Up and was selected to do a support slots for Jason Manford and John Bishop. He also worked alongside Michael McIntyre as part of his work in progress shows at the Duchess Theatre in London with Keri Godliman, Russell Kane and Ed Gamble.
Following big names
His sharply written routines have been delighting audiences across the country. In 2013 and 2015 Scott Bennett was selected to perform in the prestigious Big Value showcase show for Just the Tonic at the Edinburgh fringe; the show has previously been a springboard to success for many household names including Jason Manford and Sarah Millican.
Comedy Writing
In addition to his stand up work Scott is also a talented writer. He was a programme associate on First and Last with Jason Manford for BBC One, a writer for The Chris Ramsey Show on Comedy Central. He’s written stand up for big touring acts including Jason Manford and Rob Brydon and has worked extensively for BBC Radio 4, with writing credits including The News Quiz, and Citizen of Nowhere with Daliso Chaponda.He was also one of the main writers on the prime time BBC One Show, Little Mix – The Search hosted by Chris Ramsey.
As a filmmaker and writer of comedy shorts Scott has had his work officially selected for The Beeston Film Festival 2019 and the New York City Comedy Shorts Festival 2020.
Versatile & Confident Performer
A versatile and confident performer Scott regularly appears at many of established clubs and many other independents. He is a resident MC with Funhouse Comedy; and is also making a name for himself on the corporate and after dinner speaker circuit.
Scott Bennett At Festivals
- About a Roy (debut hour show) – Buxton Fringe, Nottingham, Leicester, Sheffield and Edinburgh 2013/15
- Big Value Comedy Showcase, Just The Tonic, Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2013/15
- True Bromance – Leicester Comedy Festival 2012
- Laughter Lines Showcase – Leicester Comedy Festival 2011
Competitions & Awards
- Amused Moose Comedy Award Finalist Top Ten Fringe show 2015
- English Comedian of the Year 2014 – Runner Up
- Best New Show, Buxton Fringe, About a Roy 2014 – Nominated
- Kill For a Seat new act of the Year 2014 – Finalist
- Loaded Laftas 2013 – Runner Up
- Comedy Cellar New Act of the Year 2011 – Winner
- Ten City Hull comedian of the year 2011 – Runner up
- Old Speckled Hen Comedian of the Year 2010 – Winner
TV & Radio Credits
- BBC Radio 4 extra – New Comedy Awards
- Notts TV 6.30 show – Regular Guest
- Francis Finn Radio Show – BBC Radio Nottingham – Regular Guest
- Voice over credits and script writer – Spool Media Nottingham
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Peter Harper, Macclesfield Rugby Club –
Scott did a 45 minute session of thoroughly entertaining stand-up comedy after a pre-match lunch at Macclesfield Rugby Club. Although the match was postponed due to a frozen pitch, nobody in the room missed the rugby at all as they were in stitches at Scott’s stories, jokes and friendly banter. His ability to change tack and then get back on track again was masterful. The mixed audience ranged from 20-80 in age, yet Scott had everyone’s attention for the full 45 minutes as he pitched it just right for the occasion. A thoroughly professional performance from a great comedian and we would welcome him back any time.
Richard Austin, ScanSource –
Scott Bennett delivered a comedy set at ScanSource’s POS and retail partner conference recently. He did an absolutely brilliant job and had my customers, colleagues and partners howling with laughter throughout his performance. Comedy performed to a corporate audience can sometimes be awkward but Scott was able to make parts of his set relate to our industry which, along with some hilarious interaction with the audience ensured that all of our guests were involved. To my knowledge Scott is the only comedian to have written a joke specifically about the Toshiba ST-A20 point of sale terminal. Following the event many of our customers were asking for his details and where else they can see Scott perform. I wouldn’t hesitate to book Scott again for another corporate event.
Alex Prytulak, Heaton Tennis and Squash Club –
Where do I start? I saw Scott a few years ago at the Alhambra Studios in Bradford. We were in stitches of laughter. He had great material, talking about all the things that get to us on a day to day basis. The second time Scott was even better, at our 90th birthday celebration for our tennis club. Scott Sat with some cub members and got a real feel for the place. People still say now where did you find this guy, he’s great. Thanks again Scott for making our celebration a memorable one.
Peter Kay, Ceda –
I booked Scott Bennett as after dinner entertainment for our industry technical conference and he was absolutely excellent and had the audience in stitches throughout his act, I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Francesca Horney, Water Industry Awards –
Scott was great, his stand up comedy at the beginning went down really well, with laughter from the whole room. The audience engaged with him very well throughout the whole evening.
Anthony Hawkins, Bauder PLC –
Scott was recommended to us to perform at our 40th anniversary and new product launch event. From the minute Scott took to the stage he had the room in the palm of his hand, performing a mixture of traditional stand up and bespoke material tailored to the night. His observational skills and interaction with our clients was fantastic. He was better than we could’ve expected and we would highly recommend Scott to any other business hosting a similar corporate evening.
Sam Handley, Director, Swiftool Engineering Ltd, October 2020 –
Our guys – and girls – have not stopped talking about Scott. They absolutely loved him. He did a Stirling job, it must have been really difficult as I chose to keep everyone in masks ( due to being inside the factory and not the soaking wet marquee). He basically delivered his set at the back of steel stocks next to a manual lathe and pallet full of parts for nuclear submarines : )! Just to make the day even weirder. I hope he enjoyed coming to see our guys, he is really talented and pitched it absolutely perfectly. Very very funny
Vicki Perrin, Show Director, Life Lessons Festival, February 2020 –
Scott acted as host and compere of the main stage at the Life Lessons festival, presented by the Sunday Times at the Barbican in February 2020. The care he took over his set lists was exceptional and it was clear that it was important to him to deliver thoughtful, relevant material. The festival was host to great stars and prominent authors but Scott was professional and unfazed by the celebrity. He was able to adapt to changing circumstances and did so with calm and enthusiasm. Big thanks to Scott.
Anthony Hawkins, Bauder PLC, May 2019 –
Scott was recommended to us to perform at our 40th anniversary and new product launch event. From the minute Scott took to the stage he had the room in the palm of his hand, performing a mixture of traditional stand up and bespoke material tailored to the night. His observational skills and interaction with our clients were fantastic. He was better than we could’ve expected and we would highly recommend Scott to any other business hosting a similar corporate evening
Peter Kay, Director of Techincal Support, Ceda, October 2016 –
I booked Scott Bennett as after dinner entertainment for our industry technical conference and he was absolutely excellent and had the audience in stitches throughout his act, I cannot recommend him highly enough
Richard Austin, ScanSource, Hemel Hemstead, November 2017 –
Scott Bennett delivered a comedy set at ScanSource’s POS and retail partner conference recently. He did an absolutely brilliant job and had my customers, colleagues and partners howling with laughter throughout his performance. Comedy performed to a corporate audience can sometimes be awkward but Scott was able to make parts of his set relate to our industry which, along with some hilarious interaction with the audience ensured that all of our guests were involved. To my knowledge Scott is the only comedian to have written a joke specifically about the Toshiba ST-A20 point of sale terminal. Following the event many of our customers were asking for his details and where else they can see Scott perform. I wouldn’t hesitate to book Scott again for another corporate event
TRANSFORMING LIVES EDUCATIONAL TRUST –
Scott was hilarious! His humour was relatable, responsive and inclusive – a perfect blend!
BAUDER PLC –
From the minute Scott took to the stage he had the room in the palm of his hand, performing a mixture of traditional stand up and bespoke material tailored to the night. His observational skills and interaction with our clients were fantastic. He was better than we could’ve expected and we would highly recommend Scott to any other business hosting a similar corporate evening