Veteran Entertainer Gyles Brandreth Announces Swindon Date for Live Show
By Barrie Hudson – 14 May 2025
According to a report from Swindon Link, veteran entertainer and former MP Gyles Brandreth has announced a forthcoming Swindon date for his live show. The novelist, actor, ex-MP, podcaster, and best-selling biographer is known for his non-stop talking and has been touring the UK with his show, which originated with a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Festival.
As quoted in Swindon Link, a spokesperson said: "The award-winning raconteur, wordsmith and verbivore, who holds the world record for the longest-ever after-dinner speech (12 and a half hours!) suffers from logorrhea and in his hilarious new one-man show he is trying to work out why…" This forthcoming show promises to be an entertaining evening with Gyles Brandreth regaling the audience with stories of his life and career.
Gyles Brandreth’s career has been extensive and varied, as reported by Swindon Link. A former Oxford Scholar, President of the Oxford Union, and MP for the City of Chester, he has held numerous roles, including being a Whip and Lord Commissioner of the Treasury in John Major’s government. He has also starred in his own award-winning musical revue in London’s West End and has appeared on various TV shows, including QI, Have I Got News For You, Would I Lie To You?, Pointless, and The One Show (BBC 1).
In addition to his television appearances, Gyles Brandreth has also made a name for himself on stage, recently appearing in Hamlet and The Importance of Being Earnest, as mentioned in Swindon Link. He is also a prolific author, having written seven Victorian murder mysteries featuring Oscar Wilde as his detective, which have been published in 22 countries around the world. His Sunday Times best-sellers include a biography of Elizabeth II, Word Play, The 7 Secrets of Happiness, and his autobiography, Odd Boy Out.
As reported by Swindon Link, Gyles Brandreth has received numerous accolades for his work, including the Audience Award for Most Popular Show on the Fringe and multiple five-star reviews. His shows at Edinburgh have consistently sold out, and he is also the Chancellor of the University of Chester and a columnist for The Oldie.
Tickets for Gyles Brandreth’s live show in Swindon are available at https://www.gylesbrandreth.net. With his impressive career and entertaining stage presence, this promises to be a show not to be missed. Fans of Gyles Brandreth will be eagerly anticipating his forthcoming performance in Swindon, and according to Swindon Link, it is set to be an evening of laughter and entertainment.
Gyles Brandreth’s Swindon date is just one of his upcoming shows in the UK, and fans can expect an evening of hilarious storytelling and entertaining anecdotes from the man himself. As quoted in Swindon Link, it is clear that Gyles Brandreth’s passion for talking and entertaining will shine through in his live show, making it a must-see event for fans of all ages.
