Comedy Act of the Month: David Innes

Age: 43

Based in: Perth

First gig: April 2009

Number of gigs: Around 50

Worst gig: Freshers’ Week!

How did you get into comedy? I’m showing my age here, but when the Funny Farm first came out in Glasgow, I got really quite into it, but it was more of a sporting interest. But then my life and circumstances changed over the last couple of years, and I got involved with a few courses and took it from there. 

How would you describe your comedy? I try to avoid the trend for just being shocking. I will mention shocking things in my act, but not as a cheap joke. I’ll write down something I find funny and revisit it, and think how other people would find it funny. I try and find a twist, and grow arms and legs off it. I like to talk about topical stuff as well; I think the audience does appreciate that, and it keeps me on my toes.

Who are your heroes on the Scottish comedy scene? Gus Tawse. I’ve done a couple of gigs with him and he had the place in absolute stitches.