Fourteen-year-old Jack Carroll (now age 23) took ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ audiences, the judges and the public by storm on the seventh series where he became overall runner-up with his stand-up routine poking fun at his own disability. On walking onto the stage with the help of his infamous frame, he was asked to introduce himself to which he replied to the panel, “I’m a professional gymnast!” and gained a roaring laugh from all in the room. Since his appearance on the popular TV show, Jack has gone from strength to strength breaking the taboos around the subject of disability, refreshingly opening up the conversation with his edgy humour.
Enjoy a hilarious, and hysterical evening of entertainment, experiencing the lighter side of Jack Carroll’s observations on life coping with Cerebral Palsy in the modern world.‘Walking Funny’ is a much-needed funny, warm and carefree evening spent during these exceedingly difficult Covid times.
“A comedy genius”DAVID WALLIAMS
“It will be a specially fine calling card for comedian Carroll – previously best known for his stand-up performance on Britain’s Got Talent and recurring role in Trollied. He’s likeable, impish and funny, with his cerebral palsy incorporated into his character but in no way defining it” CHORTLE
“Carroll is terrific as Pete, the kid with CP, a deadpan sense of humour and a tendency to shoplift” PETER BRADSHAW, THE GUARDIAN.
“Carroll is the film’s most valuable asset, with comic timing and a screen presence that suggests there’s more to come from the young actor.” JAMES LUXFORD, RADIO TIMES
Details
Date: Saturday 12 November 2022
Time: 19:30
Running time: 100 minutes (including 20 minute interval)
Age suitability: 16yrs+ (contains strong language and adult themes)
Venue: Quarry Theatre