Philip Simon

Description

Working with Philip Simon means that you are provided with a variety of options, including:
Solo comedy performance at your private/corporate event or fundraiser
Full line up of comedians for a longer comedy show at your venue
Comedy host for your corporate event, awards ceremony, etc
Comedy writing support for speeches

Biography

Having graduated as an actor from the Guildford School of Acting, Philip worked in a variety of stage, TV and film roles before starting out as a Stan up comedian in 2011. He was most famous for having played Daddy Pig in the UK theatre tour and West End production of Peppa Pig's Party and even appeared as a Muppeteer in The Muppets: Most Wanted.
As a stand up comedian he is one of the most sought after acts and hosts on the UK comedy circuit today. He gigs all over the world, on land and at sea, and is well known for working with individuals or organisations to arrange professional comedi ... an nights. Read More

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Experience

During Lockdown Philip launched his own online kids’ comedy club called School’s Out Comedy Club. All episodes can be found on YouTube, and a children’s joke book is available also.
He is also co-host of a new comedy chat show podcast called Jew Talkin’ To Me? that has previously been listed as one of the 20 Best UK Comedy Podcasts of 2021.
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TV/Film/Radio Appearances include Sunday Morning Live (BBC 1), The Sunny & Shay Show (BBC Radio London), My Family, Muppets Most Wanted, Rose & Maloney and Any Human Heart.
TV Production roles include Mock the Week, Taskmaster and The ... Imitation Game.
Comedy Writing jobs include Mock the Week, NewsJack & NewsRevue.
Since starting out on the comedy circuit Philip has achieved the following:
WINNER Best Kids’ Show at the Morecambe Fringe 2022
NOMINEE Best Kids’ Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival 2021
RUNNER UP (2nd) in the Leicester Comedy Festival UK Pun Championship 2020
WINNER of the Jewish Comedian of the Year 2015
WINNER of the Lastminute Comedy/Kill for a Seat Comedian of the Year 2015
'Philip Simon is never less than hilarious' (The Stage)
'With Philip Simon as compere comedy is guaranteed.' (The Jewish Chronicle)
‘He’s good!’ (Kate Copstick)
'Solid, strong stand-up. A Comedy Store act...Definitely one to be reckoned with.' (Hils Jago, Amused Moose)
“The comedy world’s Joe Wicks” (Jason Rosam, BBC) Read More

Previous Clients

Previous clients include:
School PTAs
Banking Firms
Accountancies
IT Companies
Media Companies
Start Up Companies
Private Parties - Birthdays, Weddings, Bar Mitzvahs

Suitable for

Anniversary Party Awards Ceremony Baby Shower Bachelor / Stag Party Bachelorette / Hen Party Bar / Bat Mitzvah Birthday Party (Adult) Birthday Party (Child) Birthday Party (Teen) Bridal Shower Casinos Charity / Fundraising Event Christening Christmas Party Club Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Community Event Concerts / Tours Conference / Meeting Corporate Event Cruise Ships Dinner Party Engagement Party Festival / Outdoor Event Funeral/Memorial Service Graduation Party Grand Opening Party Halloween Party Hanukkah Celebration High School Reunion HM Forces/Army/Navy/Military Event Holiday / Theme Parks Hotel Event Jewish Wedding New Year's Eve Party Nightclub Event Nursing / Care Home Event Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Prom Night Quinceañera / Sweet 16 Party Restaurant / Bar / Pub Event Retirement Party School Event Social Club Theaters / Stage Trade Show / Exhibitions University / College Event Virtual Event Wedding Ceremony Wedding Cocktail/Drinks Reception Wedding Reception

Acting Experience

Here is a link to my Spotlight Profile - https://www.spotlight.com/0755-0165-4617

Modelling Experience

Old Speckled Hen Commercial

Physical Characteristics

Meet the Act

Philip Simon is a London-based Jewish comedian, actor and writer, most well known for playing Daddy Pig in the UK theatre production of Peppa Pig. He has toured the UK and performed on cruise ships around the world.

Additional Information

Equity member and holder for full Public Liability Insurance

Virtual Services Offer

Comedy writing

Looking to add some humour to a speech you're giving? This is idea for weddings/toasts or even corporate environments that you feel just need a little pepping up. Working remotely (if not available in person) Philip is able to talk through the subject matter with you and help create or add to a speech that will have your audience laughing.