Marcus Brigstocke is a British comedian, actor, and writer. He started his comedy career while studying at the University of Bristol, where he formed the comedy trio Club Seals, leading to appearances in “We Are History.” Marcus gained recognition in 1996 when he won the BBC New Comedian Award at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, which helped him launch his stand-up shows and television work. His first stand-up show, "Planet Corduroy," premiered in 2007, followed by the successful "God Collar" in 2009. He created and starred in three series of "Giles Wemmbley-Hogg Goes Off" and "The Museum Of Everything." His unique voice has made him a regular on BBC Radio 4, hosting shows like "The Late Edition," "The Brig Society," and "I've Never Seen Star Wars." On television, Marcus has appeared in popular shows such as "Have I Got News for You," "Live at the Apollo," and "Excuse My French," where he performed stand-up in French. He has also acted in films like "Love Actually" and "Beyond the Sea." His work has received critical acclaim, especially his debut play "The Red," which won the BBC Audio Drama Award for Best Single Drama in 2018. He also directed a stage adaptation of "The Red," which was well-received at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2019. Beyond comedy, Marcus advocates for non-violence and actively campaigns for CND and the Campaign Against Arms Trade. He has participated in environmental activism with Cape Farewell, documenting his experiences in the Arctic and the effects of climate change. Marcus is a figure in the UK comedy scene, known for his satirical humor and commitment to social and environmental causes.