Katie Green
One of the most exciting new voices to hit the UK comedy scene, Katie Green was born and raised near San Francisco, in a British and Salvadoran household. She was first introduced to stand-up when she was taking an acting class and a classmate told her, “You aren’t that good at acting, but you should try stand-up.” Little did she know this backhanded compliment would start her comedy career. She moved to Los Angeles to attend UCLA and pursue comedy. After getting a Master’s Degree in Latin American Studies, she decided to move to the city where her degree would be most useful; London.
Prior to moving to the UK, Katie has been featured in HBO’s Women in Comedy Festival, LaughFest, the Funny Women Fest, the San Diego Comedy Festival, and Limestone Comedy Festival. Katie was a Funny Women Finalist in 2020, and in 2022 beat 100’s of applicants to secure a place in one of Edinburgh Festival’s most prestigious new-comic showcases, ‘The Pleasance Comedy Reserve.’
Katie Green – A Rising Star in UK Comedy
A Multicultural Upbringing and a Serendipitous Start
Katie Green, a dynamic and promising talent, has emerged as one of the most exciting new voices in the UK comedy scene. Born and raised in a British and Salvadoran household near San Francisco, her multicultural background lends a unique perspective to her comedic style. Katie’s journey into stand-up comedy began unexpectedly during an acting class, where a classmate’s backhanded compliment sparked her comedic career.
From California to London
After completing her education at UCLA, Katie decided to pursue her passion for comedy and relocated to the city where her degree in Latin American Studies would be most useful: London. Her move to the UK opened up new opportunities and allowed her to showcase her comedic prowess on both sides of the Atlantic.
A Comedy Portfolio of Success
Before making her mark in the UK, Katie Green garnered recognition in the US comedy circuit. She has been featured in esteemed events such as HBO’s Women in Comedy Festival, LaughFest, the Funny Women Fest, the San Diego Comedy Festival, and Limestone Comedy Festival. Her talent and stage presence have impressed audiences and critics alike, propelling her career forward.
A Finalist and Festival Success
Katie’s comedic talent earned her the distinction of being a Funny Women Finalist in 2020, further solidifying her position as a rising star in the industry. In 2022, she triumphed over hundreds of applicants, securing a coveted spot in one of the Edinburgh Festival’s most prestigious new-comic showcases, ‘The Pleasance Comedy Reserve.’ This achievement showcased Katie’s ability to captivate audiences and marked a significant milestone in her comedy journey.
As a versatile comedian, Katie Green continues to entertain and connect with audiences through her distinctive style and multicultural perspective. Her ability to blend humor with insightful observations sets her apart, promising an exciting future for this emerging comedy talent.