Comedian - Fiona Ridgewell - Comedy in Your Eye

Comedian - Fiona Ridgewell - Comedy: The Relatable Queen of No-Nonsense Humour

Fiona Ridgewell is an extremely likeable and relatable comedian who has been making waves on the UK circuit with her warm stage presence and an arsenal of "actual gags". With a style that is both cheeky and full of self-deprecating humour, she has a rare ability to make an entire room feel like they're having a chat with their funniest mate. It's almost impossible to watch her perform without leaving with a massive grin on your face.

Background and Comedy Style

Fiona's comedy is rooted in her own life experiences as a thirty-something woman navigating the modern world. Her debut Edinburgh Fringe show in 2023,

No-Nonsense, explored the fallout from a recent break-up, the trials of moving back in with her passive-aggressive mother, and her enduring obsession with Disney Princesses. She has a knack for finding the humour in everyday situations, from Percy Pigs to the "toxic positivity" of her best friend.

Critics praise her easy warmth and effortless ability to build rapport with an audience. As Julia Chamberlain of the So You Think You're Funny? awards noted, "Fiona has funny bones," a quality that makes her a natural on stage. Her conversational style is a key part of her charm, making her material feel both authentic and universally relatable.

A Decorated Comedian

Fiona Ridgewell has an impressive track record in some of the UK's toughest comedy competitions. She is a five-time winner of the infamous 'The Blackout' at Up The Creek and has also won the 'Beat The Gong' at the Comedy Store London—two notoriously difficult gong shows that are a rite of passage for up-and-coming comics.

Her talent has consistently placed her in the final stages of major awards. She was a semi-finalist in the prestigious So You Think You're Funny? competition in 2014 and a finalist in the Funny Women Awards in 2020. Her first show,

Contender, was nominated for Best Debut Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival, and her Edinburgh show No-Nonsense won the (Ish) Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Newcomer in 2023. With a cabinet full of awards and nominations,

comedian Fiona Ridgewell is a master of relatable and charming comedy.

Social Media Presence

Beyond the stage, Fiona connects with her audience through the world of podcasting. She is one-third of the podcast 3 girls 1 pod, where she continues to share her witty and relatable takes on life. More recently, she launched the

Be Fairy Afraid Podcast with fellow comedian Louise Atkinson, a show that explores fairy tales, folklore, and myths. Her Instagram (@fiona_ridgewell) is the best place to keep up with her live dates and podcast news.

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