Geoff Norcott is a comedy writer and standup who has forged a reputation not just as a popular live performer, but for setting himself politically apart from his comedian peers.
Describing himself as ‘right leaning’ Geoff is subverting the view that all comedians automatically take a left-wing view of politics and the world. Especially relevant in these politically unpredictable times, he delivers an alternative view, without being dogmatic or uncritical of all political persuasions. A working-class boy who grew up on a council estate to become an English teacher, Geoff contradicts many assumptions, looking at the difference between genuine beliefs and being controversial for the sake of it. The Telegraph has described Geoff as “objectively funny regardless of your politics.”
In addition to the likes of Live at the Apollo and 8 Out of 10 Cats, Geoff has featured on BBC2 satire show The Mash Report, and he has appeared on Question Time, Daily Politics, and Radio 4’s Today programme. He’s also written for the Telegraph and New Statesman and has been a part of the BBC’s diversity panel.
“We’re delighted to be able to confirm Geoff Norcott as this year’s TTJ Awards host and guest speaker,” said TTJ editor Stephen Powney.
“Geoff has a great track record, not just in comedy, but also as speaker on political shows and programmes like Question Time. I’m sure he will prove to be a great asset to the TTJ Awards this year.”
The TTJ Awards will take place on Friday, September 20, 2024, at the Hilton London Bankside. Table bookings and tickets for the evening are now available, for more information please contact Chidi Adilih-Osim. For more event information see the TTJ Awards website at TTJ2024
