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El Purnell's Story
El Purnell is a whirlwind and unique crowd-pleasing comedy act. His energy and gags per minute are off the scale delivering many belly laughs and much fun for the audience.
He has a unique and clever spin delivering his set in both Spanish and English. Audiences LOVE the interaction, jokes and actual realisation they can understand him.
El started performing his unique brand of comedy back in 2009 and now has well over a decade of experience as a professional comedian.
Following a successful run at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2026 with his solo show "Mi Casa es su Casa", he also made the final of the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Comedian of the Year.
Other highlights include TV show pilots for both BBC and Sky TV. International shows in Ecuador, Ireland, Germany, New Zealand and Thailand.
He is best known in Comedy clubs across the North, Midlands, South West of England and Edinburgh.
El will also bespoke comedy shows for Corporate and Wedding events adding a unique personal touch with great success.
Some recent reviews from comedy promoters.
"El Purnell absolutely smashed my gig. Real breath of fresh air! if you want something totally different but super crowd pleasingly efficient and gag heavy book him for your gig! You won't be disappointed!" - Jay Handley, @fatpenguincomedy
"Instantly immediate but still rather nuanced character act with a seemingly endless procession of thigh slapping mirth moments. Lovely chap too." - Anthony J Brown, @anthonyjbrown71
"Comedy Promoters: if you're looking to mix up your shows from down the barrel stand up - would highly recommend El Purnell a very funny act from Ecuador." - Ryan Mold, @ryanmoldcomedy
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