Olga Koch: Please Respond (WIP)
Don't miss Olga Koch, a Russian-British stand-up comedian, writer, and actor when she comes to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 18th March!
About Olga Koch: Please Respond (WIP)
Star of Mock the Week, QI and Frankie Boyle's New World Order, Olga Koch, got a master's degree and she won't shut up about it (for an hour, tops).
★★★★ - The Guardian
20:00 (60min) - MB1
Venue Doors and Bar open up to one hour before show starts - Unreserved Seating - No standing - Table Service before the Show
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"Monkey Barrel’s stock is high" The Scotsman
"The Best Comedy Club in the World" Olga Koch
"Fringe Heroes" The Metro
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