BLACK SOCIAL HISTORY : AFRO-BRITISH " RUDI LICKWOOD " IS A TOP BLACK COMEDIAN ON THE UNITED KINGDOM COMEDY CIRCUIT : GOES INTO THE " HALL OF BLACK GENIUS "

BLACK  SOCIAL  HISTORY                                                                                    Biography

As a top black comedian on the UK comedy circuit, Rudi Lickwood is far more than just a stand-up. Rudi’s recent achievements including earning his status in the ‘Black 100+’ awards for the greatest Black British Achievers, picking up a BECA award for outstanding contribution to comedy, and taking up a high-profile request for Rudi to host an exclusive Brit Awards after-show party.
With a super confident playful personality oozing charisma, Rudi’s infectious charm has made him a desirable commodity. Using his sense of humour and razor-sharp material, Rudi has built an outstanding list of Radio and Television projects with  his headline performances at esteemed venues across the UK. Recent television and media projects include; Get me the Producer (Ch4) and Funny Business (BBC2), plus a nationwide project with Mediatheme hosting the most comprehensive comedy entertainment system to date. Rudi is currently working the series ‘Lickwood’ with BAFTA award-winning writer Sharon Foster.

Working closely with the Combined Forces Entertainment (CSE), Rudi has toured in Afghanistan, Iraq and Bosnia, keeping the troops entertained all over the world. A charming character, Rudi is loved wherever he performs.Rudi has also presented awards and performed at high-profile events for companies such as American Express, British Telecom Heinz, Diageo and Coca-Cola.

PRESS QUOTES
‘Irresistible…he’s going to be massive’ The Guardian
“Wembley should just about contain him” The Stage
‘Easily the funniest new comic I’ve seen this year’ GLR
“Observant engaging interactive comic whose routines roll out like warm custard over Spotted Dick.” The Independent

CORPORATE QUOTES

“Rudi Lickwood was fab on Friday, the audience loved him, so did we he was hilarious and so topical! We were extremely pleased with your service and Rudi’s performance…Thanks again, I hope to work with you again in the future!” Ethnic Minority Business Awards

“Rudi was awesome, would highly recommend him…Thanks for helping us out last minute”Trend Micro EMEA GB LTD

“Rudi Lickwood is an absolute Gentleman, not only a great comedian he gave us his time and did not just rush off. He is absolutely fabulous and I would recommend him to anyone else. There were lots of influential people and don’t be surprised if they get in contact to book him in the future.” Barnet FC

“Rudi was amazing and made the night great success and your services where outstanding and would recommend the service. Once again thank to you and your team for making the Peros party a night to remember.” Peros Ltd (Fairtrade Food Service)