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Rod Woodward
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Rod Woodward Biography
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Rod Woodward is one of the most versatile comedians, and is equally at home with professional, round-table, sports and business audiences, as he is in a cabaret environment, a theatre, a comedy club or even a students' union.
Traditional & Alternative Comedy Mix
Critics rave about Rod Woodward, from Cardiff. The judges, stars, audiences and newspapers alike love this young and fast-rising comedian. Winner of the ‘Encore Comedian of The Year’, Rod completed the 110-night sell-out Dark Side Tour of the UK and Ireland with Patrick McGuinness of Phoenix Nights and Road To Nowhere.
He puts his rave reviews down to his act which is a mixture of traditional comedy, alternative and the down right zany – a style that appeals right across the board.
“The comics that are making the big waves in Britain at the moment are the ones who are bridging the gap between alternative and traditional comedy. I tend not tell too many jokes; it is mainly observations – whimsical stuff with a touch of the surreal. I have great respect for comedians like Billy Connolly, Frank Skinner, and Ben Elton and I am carrying on that tradition.”
His exceptional delivery and material have attracted the praise of some of the business' most respected names and critics. Tipped for great things, Rod prides himself on the original and topical content of his performances. Rod's professionalism goes before him - literally. He always tries to be a step ahead by planning each individual performance to suit the occasion, therefore bringing a unique personal touch to his speeches.
Televison & Radio
Rod has written and performed in his own Radio Wales Comedy series, "Doing It For A Laugh" - 3Series. He has also written and presented the ten-part series, "A Bit Off The Fringe" for BBC2 Wales. He also appeared as the subject of the BBC documentary, "Am I Talking To You", which followed Rod on his journey to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. He wrote and performed his own one man show for a 25-night run at The Pleasance at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, for which he earned the following reviews.
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Jonathan Ross hosted the British Comedy Awards 2009, presenting the Lifetime Achievement Award to Terry Wogan
15th December 2009Jonathan Ross once again hosted the British Comedy Awards 2009 on Saturday night. Terry Wogan received a standing ovation when he was presented with The Lifetime Achievement award and Outnumbered staring Hugh Dennis & Claire Skinner won 3 awards including best comedy sitcom. Other winners included Harry Hill and Michael McIntyre, and Peter Kay received an Outstanding Contribution to Comedy award
15th December 2009Jonathan Ross once again hosted the British Comedy Awards 2009 on Saturday night. Terry Wogan received a standing ovation when he was presented with The Lifetime Achievement award and Outnumbered staring Hugh Dennis & Claire Skinner won 3 awards including best comedy sitcom. Other winners included Harry Hill and Michael McIntyre, and Peter Kay received an Outstanding Contribution to Comedy award
Outnumbered picks up 5 nominations for the British Comedy Awards
18th November 2009Jonathan Ross is returning to host this year's British Comedy Awards, with BBC Comedy Outnumbered picking up 5 nominations. All three of the show's child stars are up for an award, as well as Claire Skinner who plays the mother in the family comedy. Alan Carr and Michael McIntyre also have high hopes for awards with three nominations apiece.
18th November 2009Jonathan Ross is returning to host this year's British Comedy Awards, with BBC Comedy Outnumbered picking up 5 nominations. All three of the show's child stars are up for an award, as well as Claire Skinner who plays the mother in the family comedy. Alan Carr and Michael McIntyre also have high hopes for awards with three nominations apiece.
Alan Carr wins British Comedy Award
10th December 2008Alan Carr won the award for Best Comedy Entertainment Personality of 2008 at the British Comedy Awards. The British Comedy Awards regularly attract of audiences of around ten million, and was hosted this year by Angus Deayton.
10th December 2008Alan Carr won the award for Best Comedy Entertainment Personality of 2008 at the British Comedy Awards. The British Comedy Awards regularly attract of audiences of around ten million, and was hosted this year by Angus Deayton.
Graham Norton to take over the Friday Night with Jonathan Ross slot
1st September 2010The BBC One controller, Jay Hunt has confirmed that Graham Norton's chat show will switch to friday nights in October to replace Friday Night with Jonathan Ross.
1st September 2010The BBC One controller, Jay Hunt has confirmed that Graham Norton's chat show will switch to friday nights in October to replace Friday Night with Jonathan Ross.
The Reading Comedy Festival gets underway weekend, with performances from Jimmy Carr & Rhod Gilbert
2nd October 2009The 6th annual Reading Comedy Festival has once again attracted a host of big name comedians as well as some up and coming acts to produce an impressive two week line up. Jimmy Carr and Rhod Gilbert's dates have sold out. Other big names at the festival include Tim Minchin, Simon Amstell, Andy Parson, and Alastair McGowan. The event closes not with a headliner but with Reading’s hugely popular open mic contest, where the stars of tomorrow will get their moment in the spotlight – but only one of them will be crowned Reading’s best new comic.
2nd October 2009The 6th annual Reading Comedy Festival has once again attracted a host of big name comedians as well as some up and coming acts to produce an impressive two week line up. Jimmy Carr and Rhod Gilbert's dates have sold out. Other big names at the festival include Tim Minchin, Simon Amstell, Andy Parson, and Alastair McGowan. The event closes not with a headliner but with Reading’s hugely popular open mic contest, where the stars of tomorrow will get their moment in the spotlight – but only one of them will be crowned Reading’s best new comic.
Triumphant night for 'Gavin and Stacey' at comedy awards
6th December 2007The simple premise of boy meets girl resulted in three prestigious British Comedy Awards last night.
6th December 2007The simple premise of boy meets girl resulted in three prestigious British Comedy Awards last night.
Third Time Lucky for Comedy Award Winner Russell Kane
31st August 2010It is the third successive nomination for Russell Kane and he has finally been awarded the Fosters Edinburgh award for Best Comedy Show at the Fringe. Bo Burnham received the prestigious Panel Prize and Best Newcomer went to Roisin Conaty.
31st August 2010It is the third successive nomination for Russell Kane and he has finally been awarded the Fosters Edinburgh award for Best Comedy Show at the Fringe. Bo Burnham received the prestigious Panel Prize and Best Newcomer went to Roisin Conaty.
Best Comedy Show nominations have been announced at The Fringe
26th August 2010The stars Greg Davies and Russell Kane have been joined by the rising talent Bo Burnham in nominations for Best Comedy Award at the Edinburgh Fringe festival.
26th August 2010The stars Greg Davies and Russell Kane have been joined by the rising talent Bo Burnham in nominations for Best Comedy Award at the Edinburgh Fringe festival.
Tim Vine Wins Best Joke Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival
23rd August 2010Comedian Tim Vine beat the likes of John Bishop and Jack Whitehall to win the best joke award at the Edinburgh Fringe festival, so what did he say?
23rd August 2010Comedian Tim Vine beat the likes of John Bishop and Jack Whitehall to win the best joke award at the Edinburgh Fringe festival, so what did he say?
Edinburgh Fringe Festival Kicks Off
6th August 2010The world’s largest arts festival is in its 64th year, and John Bishop, Kevin Eldon, and Jason Byrne will be among the established and rising stars taking part in some of the 2,453 performances on show.
6th August 2010The world’s largest arts festival is in its 64th year, and John Bishop, Kevin Eldon, and Jason Byrne will be among the established and rising stars taking part in some of the 2,453 performances on show.
Rod Woodward Reviews
Rod Woodward has spoken and appeared at a number of recent corporate events. Please find some client speaker testimonials and reviews for Rod Woodward for a number of these events and conferences. If you would like some additional information as to how to book Rod Woodward for your corporate event, then please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0) 208 365 3200 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
"Rod picked on detail of certain people during dinner to use in his performance which gave it that personal touch. Absolutely fantastic."
"Rod Woodward was the best entertainer of all our 24 conferences. His average score from 200 delegates was an incredible 4.95 out of a maximum of 5! Words like brilliant?, fantastic? & incredible? were commonplace on the feedback."
"A brilliant young comic with great style and repose."
Q & A with Rod Woodward
Speakers Corner interviewed Rod Woodward to give you a bit more insight as to the type of performance and delivery you would expect from Rod Woodward However for more information on Rod Woodward or details as to how to book Rod Woodward for your corporate event, then please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0) 208 365 3200 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
Speakers Corner: How did working in the corporate sector all start?
Rod Woodward: I was speaking at an event in South Wales some ten years ago when a fellow speaker took my details and forwarded me to several after dinner speaking agencies. The rest is Geography
Speakers Corner: Can you remember your first corporate event?
Rod Woodward: It was the Variety Club Annual Ball – proper showbiz!
Speakers Corner: And the last?
Rod Woodward: The Sparkes Charity Annual Golf Dinner at the Chancery Court Hotel, London. They raised 80 grand for charity and the chicken was nice – a great night all round!
Speakers Corner: Which has been your favourite event so far and why?
Rod Woodward: The Long Lunch which kicks off the Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament
Speakers Corner: If you could perform at any event, past or future, what would it be?
Rod Woodward: The Royal Variety Show. One would be honoured
Speakers Corner: Which comedian do you most admire?
Rod Woodward: Robin Williams and George Carlin – I have been fortunate to see both live?
Speakers Corner: Who would you most like to share a stage with?
Rod Woodward: Frank Sinatra – the greatest entertainer of all time
Speakers Corner: On average, how many corporates do you do per year?
Rod Woodward: Between 75 and 100
Speakers Corner: Are you as happy performing to 50 as to 1000 people?
Rod Woodward: My only criteria is that the audience is up for a laugh
Speakers Corner: How do you like to be introduced?
Rod Woodward: I like the MC To get perfect order and introduce me with a little energy and enthusiasm
Speakers Corner: Do you have any funny/embarrassing anecdotes you care to share?
Rod Woodward: I often perform in the guise of my alter-ego, Italian comedian Mario De Niro and was recently approached by four Italian waiters (after a speech at the Park Lane Hotel) who wanted to have a chat about my Azzurri roots. Telling them I was a born and bred Welshman was like telling them there was no Santa Claus and I still worry about waking up with a horse’s head on my pillow.
Speakers Corner: Do you normally have dinner with the client before appearing on stage?
Rod Woodward: I am perfectly happy to do this as long as the venue has no environmental health history
Speakers Corner: Have you heard any memorable speakers whilst at any events?
Rod Woodward: Sir Ranulph Fiennes was superb. I remember the tale of an Arctic expedition during which one of his companions lost several fingers to frostbite and began to irritate the great man by “starting to whinge.” Classic.
Speakers Corner: Your favourite film?
Rod Woodward: The Adventures of Robin Hood with Errol Flynn (1938). Awaiting the Russell Crowe revamp with interest.
Speakers Corner: Favourite book?
Rod Woodward: Crying with Laughter by Bob Monkhouse
Speakers Corner: Favourite holiday destination?
Rod Woodward: Albir, Spain
Speakers Corner: What’s your tipple – wine, beer, champagne?
Rod Woodward: Red wine – I am particularly partial to Ugandan Beaujolais
Speakers Corner: Country or townie?
Rod Woodward: Originally a townie, born and bred in Cardiff, but now very much a country convert living for some six years ago in the rural and slightly incestuous village of Machen
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"Funny and funny! I'm a tough customer in the world of comedy and Rod had me in stitches"
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