William Thompson

(BBC New Comedy Awards Finalist 2021) is a stand-up comedian and rising star from Belfast. From his political musings to anecdotes about how his Cerebral Palsy has affected his life, William’s quick-witted, hard-hitting act has seen him perform in some of the biggest venues in Northern Ireland, such as the SSE Arena and the Waterfront Hall.

As seen and heard on Dave & Channel 4, BBC Scotland.

William is co-host of The Mudblood Podcast, regular guest on Tea With Me, and has supported Shane Todd & Paddy McDonnell on tour and sold out shows across the UK.

Live:
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023 – The Hand You’re Dealt
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023 -Best of Northern Irish
UK Tour 2023 – The Hand You’re Dealt
Glasgow Comedy Festival
Th Stand – Best of Irish
SSE Arena Belfast – The Hand You’re Dealt
Waterfront Hall – The Hand You’re Dealt
Ulster Hall – The Hand You’re Dealt
Tour Support Shane Todd
Tour Support Paddy McDonnell

TV/Radio:
William of Orangedale – Channel 4 Blap
BBC New Comedy Awards – Finalist
Rosie Jones’ Disability Extravaganza – Dave
The Blame Game – BBC

Podcasts:
Tea With Me
The Mudblood Podcast
General Banter Podcast
Sly Guy Podcast
Here’s the Craic