Comedian - Otter Lee - Comedy in Your Eye

Comedian - Otter Lee - Comedy: The Queer NYC Talent Taking on London

Meet Otter Lee, a queer actor, writer, comedian, and voiceover artist hailing from New York City. A multi-talented performer with a background in theatre and improv, Otter has brought their unique comedic voice from the stages of NYC to the UK, completing successful stand-up runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and touring London's top venues.   

From NYU to Stephen Colbert

Born and raised in New York, Otter is a graduate of NYU's Gallatin School of Individualized Study, with a degree in acting, playwriting, and history. This diverse academic background is complemented by extensive training in classical theatre, improv, and voice acting, making them a truly versatile and skilled performer.   

This versatility has led to an impressive career in the US. Otter has performed stand-up, sketch, and improv at renowned venues like Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB), Buzzfeed, and The Magnet Theater. Their projects have even been written up in The New York Times and Time Out New York, marking them as a significant talent in the competitive NYC arts scene.   

A Voice for Political Satire and Animation

While the specific style of the Comedian Otter Lee comedy is not detailed, their credits point to a sharp, intelligent, and satirical wit. Their most high-profile work has been as a performer on 'Stephen Colbert Presents: Tooning Out the News', a two-time Emmy-nominated political satire cartoon where they played the character Otter Lin. This role on a show executive produced by one of the biggest names in US political comedy speaks volumes about their talent for sharp, topical humour. They have also lent their voice to the animated sitcom 'Fairview' on Comedy Central, further showcasing their skills as a voiceover artist.   

A CV of Chuckles: Achievements and Accolades

Otter Lee's career is packed with high-calibre achievements. Their work on 'Tooning Out the News' places them in the upper echelon of satirical performers, contributing to a show nominated for two Emmy Awards.   

Their successful run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and subsequent UK tours demonstrate their ability to translate their American comedic sensibilities for a British audience. They have performed at some of the best clubs in the UK, including Vauxhall Comedy Club, The Top Secret Comedy Club, Angel Comedy, and the Birmingham Glee Club, proving their appeal on the international stage.   

The Digital Stage

You can keep up with Otter Lee's work and performances on their social media channels. They are active on Instagram with the handle @otterleemoy and on Twitter as @OtterLeeMoy. Following them is the best way to catch this transatlantic talent when they are next in the UK.   

A Comic in Your Eye

Otter Lee is a supremely talented and versatile performer with a CV that includes Emmy-nominated shows and rave notices from the biggest publications in New York. Their success in bringing their unique queer, American perspective to the UK comedy scene is a joy to watch. They have performed at Comedy in Your Eye before, and we are always excited to welcome this international star to our club.

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