NIVEA Funny Women Awards

2008 finalist Elaine Malcolmson

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Started comedy in June 2007 and reached the finals of the Funny Women competition the following year.

Elaine at Eden Court Inverness seemed awkward on stage and just disorganised in her use of material. As if no thought was put in to what was going to be said that night. If nothing else she put her home town on the map and gave a potted history of the place, and the famous people who lived there. Good PR for the tourism of Banbridge. Plan ahead but make it seem spontaneous when confronted with your audience, it will be polished and professional and more enjoyable for both parties. Only a handful of comedians have the natural ability to -'go out on a limb' and have nothing planned, and make it seem effortless. Takes years of experience to achieve and the confidence to pull it off.

Douglas Thomson, February 2011

Elaine is a top drawer act with a charming awkwardness that does her well.

Kim Griffin, July 2008

Elaine has generated a lot of enthusiasm in the Scottish comedy scene, and is making a steady climb up the ladder with charm and wit.

Sian, June 2008