In the kinda language he'd probably use, rather a curate's egg... The nervy 'stance' may be a valid persona or just a Woddy-Allenesque excuse to turn a negative into a positive. The desperate gag-explanations may be a neat postmodernist swipe at the genre or just a cop-out to pad out the set. The poncey language can be jolly silly, or it can just get on your tits and distract your attention from the meat of what he's actually trying to say. I enjoyed Paul's set, but it isn't for everyone.
Michael Monkhouse, July 2008
Subversive and strange. You will love it or hate it. I love it. If you hate it, you are wrong. I have seen entire audiences crying with laughter whilst he's on stage. More daring and inventive than seven other comedians put together
Adam Montgomery, September 2007
I saw Paul Foot last night in Edinburgh, and I was enthralled. Beautifully crafted and with a lovely style, if he doesn't hit the big time there's no justice.
White Rabbit, August 2007
I saw Paul on Edinburgh and Beyond on Paramount TV talking about You've Been Framed and the rising cost of Chinese takeaways. He was fantastic - made me a fan in an instant.
Neil, August 2007
I know Paul is not everyones cuppa, but you either get it or you don't. I first saw him several years ago and the jokes, about nothing really, were superb. I shall make a point of visiting him soon.
David, July 2007
Paul's humour was schoolboyish and immature.I felt I was in the middle of a playground row having to listen to the embarassing barrage of insults thrown at a heckler; which seemed to consume most of his act.Perhaps Paul is a scripted comedian who is easily thrown by interaction. For that reason, I would perhaps give him another chance, but I was frankly embarassed for him based on last night's performance.
Noel Potter, November 2006
Saw Paul Foot the other night, was the highlight of the evening! The brilliance of his frustrated rants on small talk, cake, early morning fascists and other such absurdies are absolutely hilarious. Paul Foot is a fantastic individual, and his individuality is something that makes his performance work so well. I love him!
Fiona Kenny, October 2006
Paul Foot brings so much joy into my life! He is such a true individual character. I think that if your expecting the usual sort of standup comedian, then you probably wont get it. I love the way that there is nobody else like him in the whole world. I think he is hilarious and love him eternally. Magic and joy
