Comedian - Barnaby Slater - Comedy in Your Eye

Comedian - Barnaby Slater - Comedy: The Veteran Gag-Smith and Creative Powerhouse

Barnaby Slater is a name that might be more familiar to comedy insiders than the average punter, but his influence and talent have been shaping British comedy for years. A versatile and quick-thinking performer, Barnaby is a sharp gag-smith, a natural storyteller, and a spontaneous MC who has graced stages on both sides of the Atlantic, from The Comedy Store in London to the Upright Citizens Brigade in New York.

Background and Comedy Style

As a performer, Barnaby's strength lies in his ability to endear audiences to his material with a poise and charm that makes them feel instantly comfortable. He is described as a "sharp gag-smith" and a "naturally spontaneous MC," capable of weaving together well-written jokes and engaging stories. This versatility has made him a reliable act at top-tier clubs like Avalon, Up The Creek, and Komedia for years. His talent was recognised early in his career when he reached the final 12 of the prestigious BBC New Comedy competition.

A Prolific Writer and Creator

While his stand-up is top-notch, Barnaby's most significant achievements lie in his work behind the scenes as a writer and producer. He has a long and impressive list of credits, demonstrating his creative prowess in developing formats for television and radio.

One of his most notable credits is co-writing the Channel 4 comedy Sit.Com with David Baddiel, a significant achievement that places him in the upper echelons of comedy writers. He also created the ITV1 comedy panel show

Do You Follow, which was hosted and produced by Jonathan Ross, and co-created and wrote on two series of the BBC Radio 4 panel show Don't Make Me Laugh. A true industry veteran,

comedian Barnaby Slater has an extensive list of writing credits that showcase his versatile comedy talent. His CV also includes writing for shows like 8 out of 10 Cats does Countdown and developing TV formats for fellow comedian Lou Sanders.

A Modern Media Maven

Barnaby has successfully transitioned his skills into the digital age, becoming a British Media Award and CIPR Award-winning creative specialising in comedy and sport content. He has produced content for major agencies and brands, including M&C Saatchi, Netflix, Sky Bet, and McDonald's.

This digital savvy is reflected in his own social media presence. He has cultivated an incredibly engaged following of over 30,000 across platforms like Instagram and TikTok, where his content generated over 50 million views in 2023 alone. This impressive online footprint shows that whether he's on stage, in a writer's room, or creating viral content, Barnaby Slater remains a formidable and relevant force in British comedy.

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