Russell Kane has undoubtedly become one of the most highly established comics in the UK. In the space of a year he has been nominated for an if.comedy award (formerly the Perrier award), had a string of sell out tours, and stole the show when he performed on ‘Live at the Apollo’. An all round performer, Russell is a regular on our TV, having presented a week long residency on Big Brothers big mouth, and appearing on various comedy panel shows. This month Russell’s ‘Human Dressage’ tour came to Wycombe, where excited fans packed out the town hall eager to see the self-confessed ‘shy pikey from Enfield’. Joined by long term girlfriend Sadie Hasler who warmed up the crowd nicely with her hilarious impressions, including a manic depressive Sylvia Plath and a Russian lady who told not-so-nice stories to small children. After a short intermission we were joined by the man himself. Russell Kane took to the stage to ask a series of questions about human nature. The audience joined in as he explained why kindness is really just a way of seeking approval; why we strut and fret, and why life is all ‘Human Dressage’, a meaningless dance. All, of course linked in with jokes, swearing and stories about getting in trouble with his Nan. At first glance, the show is fast paced, hilarious and entertaining; but delve deeper and you find the interesting comic twist that makes you feel like you’re actually learning something as you watch! Russell is undoubtedly a comic genius, and I’m confident we will be seeing a lot more of him.
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