Hannah Platt is a British stand-up comedian and writer from Merseyside known for her candid, acerbic observational comedy that blends personal storytelling with sharp social commentary. Her debut solo show Defence Mechanism (2024) received strong critical attention and multiple award nominations, including recognition for its exploration of body dysmorphia, mental health, class, and queer identity.
17th August, 2026
The Alternative Comedy Memorial Society
Monkey Barrel, Edinburgh
With Alex Franklin, Darryl J. Carrington, Georgina Musgrave, Hannah Platt, Henry Whaley, Reuben Solo, Rob Kemp, Sharlin Jahan, Thom Tuck, Will Spence.
1st March, 2026
Hannah Platt: work in progress
Queer Comedy Club, London
6th December, 2024
Troy Club Comedy
Black Heart, Camden
With Andrew O’Neill, Cheekykita, Faye Treacy, Hannah Platt, Leslie Ewing-Burgesse, Luke Rollason, Michael Brunström.
18th August, 2024
Alternative Comedy Memorial Society
Monkey Barrel, Edinburgh
With Al Lubel, Ben Volchok, Edy Hurst, Hannah Platt, Leslie Ewing-Burgesse, Mel McGlensey, Nate Kitch, Rob Kemp, Ross Purdy, Thom Tuck, Tim Reeves.
18th August, 2024
Hannah Platt: Defence Mechanism
Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh
18th June, 2024
Hannah Platt: Defence Mechanism (WIP)
Camden Comedy Club, London
5th June, 2024
Hannah Platt: Defence Mechanism (WIP)
West End Comedy Club, London
12th February, 2024
Hannah Platt: Defence Mechanism (WIP)
Peter Pizzeria, Leicester
Rising star Hannah Platt has a rare talent for dark humour which is ironically an absolute joy. Her opening witticism laments the fact that her suicidal following limits the longevity of her audience numbers and so sets the tone for what is to come. She uses themes of depression, body dysmorphia, and suicide, creatively navigating these difficult subjects to hilarious effect, and is clearly adept at manipulating her audience with an entertaining blend of creative storytelling and observational humour, while keeping them teetering on the edge of discomfort – something she obviously relishes. Yet to debut, Platt is building a significant presence on the circuit, and is positioned high on this reviewer’s one-to-watch list
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