ABOUT

Marcel Blanch-de Wilt is an award-winning comedian, director, and producer. He started his career in Adelaide before moving to Sydney (2014 - 2023) and is now based in Melbourne.

Marcel has found an audience for his comedy in every capital city across Australia. Internationally he has performed in the UK, USA, and NZ. He has produced work for the Adelaide Fringe almost every year from 2008 - 2024 along with runs at Sydney Fringe, Sydney Comedy Festival, Bondi Festival, Melbourne Fringe, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and Perth Fringe. He is also the founder of hit Sydney comedy rooms; Best Mates Comedy and Big Swings Open Mic.

An accomplished improviser, Marcel has trained at iO Chicago, taught at Improv Theatre Sydney and performs with the ITS Ensemble and his two-prov team, The Newlyweds. He has also trained in clowning under the legendary Dr Brown and cult-fave Zach Zucker.

Marcel is an in-demand director. He has worked with Lizzy Hoo, Steph Broadbridge, Beth McMullen, Eleanor Stankiewicz, and Maryellen George. In 2019 he directed Nanna-stasia which won two awards at the Sydney Fringe. He is a regular podcast guest, having appeared on Fitbet, Don’t You Know Who I Am?, Do Go On, Who Knew It with Matt Stewart, Wax Quizzical, and Confessions.

On screen Marcel has appeared in several independent productions including the award-winning Evicted! which appeared at the Sydney Film Festival. He works regularly with the Sydney Opera House’s digital education team to produce work for young people.

Marcel loves to pass his experience onto his community and has been teaching stand-up since 2017 at NIDA and Improv Theatre Sydney. He also teaches improvisation and a variety of specialty subjects and takes these workshops around to interstate and international improv communities. 

Marcel works directly with comedians and writers as a mentor and coach. He has received a great deal of praise for his work as a teacher, mentor, and director. 

Marcel’s goal has always been about creating community and connection, on and off-stage.

To book Marcel for a show, punch up a script, or to host your next event, e-mail: marcelblanchdewilt@gmail.com

WHAT PEOPLE HAVE SAID

★★★★
“Marcel Blanch-de Wilt was born to be a performer.” - What’s On in Adelaide

★★★★
"I can tell you now that you simply cannot and will not be able to get through the show without having to break out into roaring laughter every 30 seconds." - Weekend Notes

★★★★
"... brutally honest; describing long distance relationships, depression, and relationships with equal measure of realism and humour. " - Kryztoff

"... But that’s not what is most impressive. Rather, it’s Marcel’s ability to be completely funny and relateable while weaving his musical and acting training so effortlessly into the show." - The Plus Ones

"Marcel’s comedy took up the whole stage with flare and cheeky mischief that had the audience barely able to catch their breath before the next laugh." - Newcastle Mirage

★★★★
"Blanch-De Wilt’s childhood tales are not only laugh-out-loud funny, but told with great authenticity and heart. A great many thumbs up!" - Great Scott

"Marcel managed to truly captivate everyone with finesse and charm." - Yewth Mag

★★★★
"...sharp,  witty and full of heart." - Funny Tonne

"I’m not sure what it is about him but Blanch- de Wilt makes everything flow and seem so effortless; almost as though he’s not trying to make you laugh, just telling you a story but delivered in the most hilarious way. His ability to turn any story into something funny is one you definitely shouldn’t miss!" - The Clothesline

"...one of the most entertaining shows this Fringe. Blanch- de Wilt has a natural confidence on the stage, creating a show with a campfire feel to it. The audience spent the show leaning in to hear more and pushed back in their seats in laughter, completely under the charm of this skilled comedian. A must see stand up show." - TREv

★★★★
"The man is a multi-talented performer...  A hilarious hour of dance-fuelled comedy." - The Clothesline

★★★★- Dirt and Candy

"Marcel took control of the stage as soon as he walked on. His piece was flawlessly written... His confident choice of getting the crowd singing was testament to his comedic aptitude.” -Hecker.com.au

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