Class Clown ROSS NOBLE (Pt 2): Becoming Fearless, Gigging With Lee Evans & Rolf Harris
Nov 10, 2025
Ross Noble, an award-winning British stand-up comedian known for his surreal style, shares hilarious tales from his early days as a street performer. He recounts the time he accidentally set someone on fire during a juggling act and how bullying shaped his resilience. Ross also dishes on his early gigs with Lee Evans and a revealing car ride with Rolf Harris. Meanwhile, Seann Walsh shares a funny bonding story with Jack Dee, adding to the whimsical narrative of the comedy world.
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From Kite Stall To Street Performer
- Ross learned juggling and street performance as a teen after discovering a kite maker and the Ugly Juggling Company at local festivals.
- By 14 he was performing half-hour street shows, earning significant money and refining his comedy-juggling act.
Find Your Tribe Outside School
- Ross says find your tribe outside school because school forces everyone into the same box and hides individual strengths.
- He argues performing and niche communities become refuges for those who don't fit conventional schooling.
Dangerous Stunts Built The Show
- Ross recounts dangerous bits in his teenage act, including juggling fire while on a friend's shoulders and accidentally setting his friend's hair alight.
- He used risky stunts and audience interaction to build a comedic spectacle and end with bucket collections.
