After an epic adventure at the Edinburgh Fringe that has culminated in a nomination for Best Show at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards, Chris Cantrill is to embark on an another intrepid trail as he sets off on his debut UK tour. Heading to Manchester, Leeds, Aberwystyth, Bristol, Leicester and back to Edinburgh (with North East and London dates to follow shortly).
“Easily Swayed” is the tale of a reluctant adventurer and an unlikely fellowship converge in this epic tale of an overdue reunion gone awry. Join Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Chris Cantrill as he wrestles with the consequences of exile, middle-aged friendships, and the best way to admit you wear a cape sometimes. As seen on Alma's Not Normal (BBC 2) and Don't Hug Me I'm Scared (Channel 4). Thrice-nominated for the Edinburgh Comedy Award (Best Show). Co-creator of BBC Radio 4 series Icklewick FM.
Chris Cantrill hails from from West Yorkshire. He’s been twice nominated for ‘Best Show’ at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival as half of the award-winning double act, The Delightful Sausage, and nominated once for his solo show Easily Swayed in 2024.
As an actor, he has popped up in cool shows like Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared (Channel 4), Avoidance (BBC One) and the BAFTA-winning Alma’s Not Normal (BBC 2). He has also written for BBC One, Dave, Channel 4, Cbeebies and CBBC.
Key dates
- Aberwystyth Comedy Festival | 5th October 2024
- Monkey Barrel, Edinburgh | 12th February 2025
- Hyde Park Book Club, Leeds | 19th February 2025
- GRUB, Manchester | 20th February 2025
- Bristol, Alma Theatre | 21st February 2025
- Leicester Comedy Festival | 22nd February 2025
