Why did you get into standup?
I always liked performing. I did dance and piano when I was younger – to a mediocre extent – but standup was something I felt I could be really good at. Obviously if I looked back now at those performances, I’d be well embarrassed but standup requires delusional confidence. I had that when I first tried it and I’ve still got it now. It is also a way of connecting with people but completely, selfishly, on your own terms. Talking without interruption is great.
What is the best heckle you’ve had?
At my first ever gig I was heckled encouragingly. I can’t remember exactly what they said, something like: “You’re doing great, keep going!” Even though it was supportive, it’s still a disruption and you wouldn’t do that at the National Theatre now, would you?
