Esther Manito

Biography

Esther Manito began her career as a stand-up while on maternity leave from her teaching job, where she quickly developed a reputation as an exciting new voice on the comedy scene. In her first year, she was heard on BBC Radio 4’s New Comedy Awards, as well as being a finalist in the So You Think You’re Funny Awards. She has maintained this momentum, becoming a familiar face on TV, having appeared regularly on ITV’s Stand Up Sketch Show, as well as appearing on BBC’s Live at the Apollo - and making appearances on hit shows like Hypothetical and Celebrity Pointless, as well as Comedy Central. 

She has also continued to make regular appearances on the Radio, where she has contributed to BBC Radio 4’s News Quiz, Mark Watson Questions Everything, and Frank Skinner’s show Someone Found This Helpful, as well as being a series  regular on BBC Scotland’s Breaking The News. 

As a sharp writer, Esther’s satirical book Don’t Panic I’m Islamic was recognised as the best humour book of the year by The Sunday Times - as well as making contributions as a writer to Radio 4 shows including News Quiz and Newsjack. 

For her solo show #NotAllMen, Esther was recognised with the Best Show award at the Leicester Comedy Festival. Her first solo show Crusade is available to stream on ITVX. Her first touring show, Hell Hath No Fury, was acclaimed - with the Radio Times comparing Esther to Victoria Wood.