James Beckett

James Beckett

ZFS Comedy Co-founder

James Beckett is a Derbyshire based comedian with a stammer, having debuted his first ever solo show 'Stutter Island' at Edinburgh Fringe 2025 James will spin you tales of his experiences as a 40 year old man with a stammer, how he had to deliver his own child & a strange run in with the theme tune from Ducktales. James is starting to appear on bills with some the best promoters in the country and is a wonderful addition to any line up!

"Brimming with wit and invention " ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - One4Review - Click here to read review

"Well thought out performance" Notts Comedy Review

"Imperfectly perfect, unpredictably punchy" edinburghmagazine.com

"An engaging and memorable performance" Rockcentral Promotions

"Fast, scattergun & very funny" Buxton Festival Fringe

  • Winner of Beat the Frog
  • Winner of Mr Bens in Leeds/li>
  • Winner of a Funhouse Comedy Gong/li>
  • Semi-Finalist for Laughing Horse New Act of the Year/li>
  • Semi Finalist for So You Think Your Funny/li>

Audience Reviews from Edinburgh Fringe 2025 - Click here to see more

  • "Must watch, hidden gem of the Fringe" - Emma
  • "I'll be recommending this show to anyone" - Rei
  • "James is a gem!" - Gillian
  • "Please go and see him, you will not be disappointed." - Gordon
  • "Very funny man. Like... very funny. Will make you laugh out loud." - Jordan
  • "What a delightful way to spend an hour" - Nicola
  • "A wonderfully written and excellently delivered show" - Matthew
  • "James is absolute class" - Harriet

Upcoming Events
March 2026
The Old Bell
The hunt for the best comedian and new acts begins! The competition that leads up to the Ram Comedy Festival 2026, with over 90 acts competing across 9 heats. Winners of each heading to the…
Wed, 25/03/2026,  07:30 PM - 10:00 PM
April 2026
Ram Comedy Club @ Derby Theatre
The Ram Comedy Club brings its trademark energy to Derby Theatre for a night of unforgettable laughs. At the top of the bill is Eric Rushton, one of the UK’s most exciting new voices. Winner…
Sat, 11/04/2026,  07:30 PM - 10:00 PM