Biography
David James joined the London stand-up circuit in 2008 at age 60 and after two open spots Downstairs at the King’s Head was nominated for 2009’s New Act of the Year award at the Hackney Empire where he won 3rd place. He appears mostly in London, with frequent slots Downstairs at the King’s Head and at the Funny Side of Covent Garden where he hosts the Bonanza comedy sketch evenings.
David returned to the Hackney Empire in July 2009 for the best of New Act of the Year with compère Jo Brand and made his first appearance at the Comedy Store in April 2009. Among favourites with whom he has appeared are Jo Brand, Rich Hall, John Gordillo, Logan Murray, Phil Nichol and Andi Osho.
David gives talks on stand-up comedy to pass on to others what he has learnt about writing and performing.
Press Quotes
London Is FunnyTaut, meticulous material delivered with highly effective pauses - the sort of king-sized pauses that only men, not boys, ever have the balls to attempt.
Julian Chambers, Chortle.co.ukGreat, world-weary composure and an irritable pedantry worthy of Jack Dee.
Spoonfed LondonA dead-pan and slow delivery, not dissimilar to Stewart Lee but with a style totally of his own... surreal... intelligent... masterfully told.