Since winning the 2007 `So You Think You`re Funny` competition in Christchurch, New Zealand, Javier Jarquin has spent his time working as a professional comedian. He's played and headlined in some of the biggest clubs in NZ and Melbourne, appeared on television and was a core member of New Zealand`s longest running comedy show: Scared Scriptless. Since moving to London in August 2010 he has established himself as a UK circuit regular and headline act. He has performed on the same bill with top names such as Jimmy Carr, Stewart Lee, Jo Brand and Paul Daniels. He was a finalist (4th place) in the prestigious 'Hackney Empire New Act of the Year' Competition and has also performed in Croatia, Romania, Poland, Czech Republic and Slovenia. Jav shares his quick-thinking, fast-talking attitude with his audience in a way described as "slick, professional and completely approachable". Being a professional improviser, we're never sure if he's making it up as he goes along - neither is he.
Next appearance at The Funny Side
To Be Announced
What People Said
"Sharp observational mind" - The Independent
"Brilliantly entertaining performance" - The Edinburgh Reporter
Great night. My jaw was aching from laughing so much.
A firmly established favourite on the London comedy circuit.An evening of original, laugh-out-loud comedy.
Just a quick one to say how much we all enjoyed the show on Saturday; in my mind a comedy gig is at it's best in a small, intimate place where the focus is on the performance - it didn't disappoint. The acts were excellent and the atmosphere fantastic.
The booking process went smoothly, and we had an excellent night out. Great value entertainment, highly recommended