Comedian Shares WhatsApp Group Chat Messages From Female Comics Warning About Men in the Industry
Key Highlights: Kate Smurthwaite shared examples of women in comedy warning one another about alleged inappropriate and concerning behaviour. Messages described comedians as ‘beyond rude’, ‘mainly audience free’, ‘creepy’ and ‘sooooo creepy’, while urging others to ‘avoid him if you can’. Smurthwaite said freelance work, late-night performances and alcohol can create particular safety risks in ...