The Oxford English Dictionary describes a corpse as (1) a body or (2) spoiling a performance by laughing. Jonathan Oldfield will be using both definitions in his critically-acclaimed debut show of exquisitely silly character comedy.
Creator and star of BBC Radio 4’s award-winning Time of the Week.
BBC New Comedy Awards finalist.
Director of Lorna Rose Treen and Joe Kent-Walters.
You also may have seen him in Star Wars: Andor or online in those sketches someone sent to you.
Directed by John-Luke Roberts.
“Brilliant” (Observer).
“Always funny” (Chortle).
“Left me snorting with laughter” (BroadwayWorld).
‘A masterclass in surreal character comedy… This debut solo show marks the arrival of a major performing talent on the Fringe circuit’ ★★★★★ Edinburgh Reviews
‘Brilliantly realised… undeniable craft, wit and playfulness’ ★★★★ Chortle
‘On the strength of this hour, he’ll be getting a lot more attention very soon’ ★★★★ Telegraph
‘A captivating hour… This character-comedy effort is a real eye-catcher’ Guardian
★★★★★ EdFest Mag
★★★★ Scotsman, Fest, Skinny, Comics Comic, Butterwort, Corr Blimey
Next Up Biggest Award in Comedy nominee 2026
British Comedy Guide recommended show
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