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Jack J Harris
Comedy Director and Writer
Want to book me for a gig? Email jackjharris@me.com
TEACHING TEACHERS HOW TO TEACH
I took my debut stand up show to the Edinburgh Fringe in 2022. The premise is that in the time it takes to teach a lesson, I can teach the audience how to become a teacher.
In 2023 I did two sold out runs of the show at the Soho Theatre.
Here's what people had to say about it:
★★★★★ - Metro
‘spiky and hilarious… this jam-packed course earns an A*’
★★★★ - Scotsman
‘Jack Harris’ brilliant debut is a gem of a show… effortlessly funny’
‘elicited the deepest collective laugh I've heard at this year's Fringe’
★★★★ - Telegraph
'enjoyably silly… delightful Fringe debut'
★★★★ - Arts Desk
‘scathing political comment… quirky, funny'
★★★★ - Three Weeks
'comic truths hit like a hurled board-rubber’
★★★★ - Broadway World
‘brilliantly silly… doesn't drop pace for a second'
★★★★ - Wee Review
‘he will have you laughing for an hour’
I've also done the show for primary and secondary school staff rooms, at teaching union meets and for EdTech companies. People in education seem to really love it. But don't take my word for it - read these words from some of the people who booked me:
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The show was perfect – precisely what we asked for. The feedback he received was incredible “Very funny and a reminder about things that need to change in Education” Jack was the perfect introduction to our evening after a day full of workshops; “I haven’t laughed that much in forever! A fab start to the evening.”
The show was pitched perfectly for our audience and Jack’s warmth and personality, combined with a sharp satirical take on life in schools, made him a real hit with everyone who was there. We would have no hesitation in recommending Jack, and in particular Teaching Teachers how to Teach, to any event organiser considering a comedy slot. The added value made the fee worth every penny.
Vin and Helen, National Education Union Organisers
Jack came to finish off our Cyber Security event in front of a room of teachers and school leaders. He was absolutely amazing, the feedback we got afterwards was fantastic and really made the event memorable and enjoyable. He also weaved in gags about our company which was both funny and gave a personalised feel to his routine. Would recommend to any organisations who are running events for their clients to book him to add that bit of fun, loosen people up and get them talking afterwards!”
Matt, MD of Partnership Education
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