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Hannah George

Hannah grew up in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight and has since spread her wings into the world of comedy.

She kick-started her career with a degree in comedy from Southampton Solent University, finding herself labelled “officially Britain’s funniest woman” by The Sun newspaper. Performing a stack of stand up gigs, she honed her craft.

In more recent years, Hannah has focused on writing for TV and has picked up many awards.

hannah george and Tasha at the writers guild awards

14, January 2020·1 min read

Yet another prestigious award for Isle of Wight comedy writer, Hannah George

For the second year in a row, Hannah George, and her writing partner Tasha Dhanraj, were back at the Writers' Guild Awards

22, October 2019·1 min read

Isle of Wight comedy writer slips yet another BAFTA nominated show under her belt

Fingers are crossed once again as Class Dismissed - which Hannah wrote a series of sketches for - is nominated for a comedy award in the Children's BAFTAs

15, January 2019·1 min read

Another prestigious award for Isle of Wight comedy writer

Online comedy has meant she can do her own thing and make her own opportunities, says Isle of Wight writer, Hannah George, who last night picked up a Writers' Guild Award.

21, August 2018·2 min read

Isle of Wight comedian launches star-studded podcast collaboration

Somehow, it's not surprising to hear that the 'Drunk Women Solving Crimes' podcast series was conceived in a pub. Launching on 5th September, it features a range of guests including Katherine Ryan, London Hughes, Nerina Pallot and Carol Decker (T’Pau).

22, May 2018·1 min read

WATCH: Isle of Wight written and shot comedy sketch snapped up by BBC3

Anyone who's been to an elaborate wedding will relate to the sentiment behind this comedy sketch written, filmed and featuring Islanders which is now showing on BBC3 Facebook page.

14, August 2017·1 min read

Mark Steel’s in Town: Ventnor radio recording

Comedian Mark Steel's BBC Radio 4 show, 'Mark Steel's in Town' came to Ventnor in September to record. Now being Broadcast.

26, August 2016·1 min read

Isle of Wight homegrown Web series nominated for Raindance Film Festival award

Written and filmed on the Isle of Wight, this homegrown Web series has been nominated in the Best UK Web Series category of the Raindance Film Festival. Well done to Hannah and all involved.

22, October 2015·1 min read

Isle of Wight writers’ TV programmes nominated for two BAFTA awards

Congratulations to Hannah and James after two programme they write for have been nominated for BAFTA Children's awards.

19, October 2015·3 min read

Brand new Isle of Wight comedy Web series premieres online

If you didn't see the premiere of S-Band in person back in April, you can now watch the series online from the comfort of your office or home (or on the bus, train, beach, wherever you can connect to the Internet).

10, April 2015·1 min read

Some tickets available for premiere of sitcom by Somewhen Productions

Come along to the premiere of a sitcom pilot, written by a local television writer and shot entirely on the Isle of Wight using local people, local locations and all for under £400.

12, June 2013·1 min read

Hannah George releases first her comedy short film

First short comedy film released by award-winning Isle of Wight comedy writer, Hannah George.

28, May 2013·1 min read

Everything you need for a career in television and screen-writing

If you know a 16-26 year old with a passion for writing, this one day workshop in screen-writing might be just what they need to help them on their journey.

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