Hal is brilliant. To say it's formulaic does less than no justice to just how cleverly constructed his jokes are. He employs both the set piece gags and the observational in a way that is nothing short of sumptuous. The 'formula' for comedy is making people laugh. Hal does it superbly
Andy, March 2005
OK so may not be the most cutting edge of comedians, but sometimes I don't want to have to think, sometimes I just want to laugh - and laugh I did. Until I ached. He was fantastic.
Louisa West, January 2005
His skill as a performer and the superb quality of his material make him a must-see comic. One of the top five performances I have witnesed in the last three years.
Bentley, August 2004
What an incredible genius of a comedian is Hal Cruttenden, whom I have had the pleasure of watching from his first gig. His witty and sharply accurate take on politics, life and the stress and strain of being a middle-class, Straight (allbeit a little girlie in voice) white father really hits the mark. I know that he will go on to great things. Best of luck, cap'n
[Anon], July 2004
Very funny guy. Sharp political comments and even impressions. He is also very happy to mock himself which I always appreciate. Best act of the night by many many miles.
Olie, May 2004
I didn't see the resemblance between him and Tony Blair till he mentioned it but some very interesting political views shared.
Bailey, May 2004
The guy is fantastic. Won't be long before he's on television regularly
Uah Needashet, May 2004
Very good indeed. Nice laid back style which hid the sharpness of some of his one-liners. Recommended.
