Mandy Williams
Best of Hollywood Fringe 2024
The Funny Thing About Men
written and performed by
Mandy Williams
Synopsis
Mandy Williams’ one-woman show, The Funny Thing About Men, is a witty, laugh-out-loud exploration of the dynamics between men and women in everyday life. Packed with sharp observations, clever musical numbers, and personal anecdotes, Mandy offers a relatable and humorous take on everything from relationships and household responsibilities to societal expectations placed on women.With her signature British charm, Mandy guides the audience through the trials and triumphs of balancing a career, love life, and the unspoken "mental load" that often falls on women’s shoulders. Songs like "Ain’t No Thing a Woman Can’t Do" and "Things I Know Against My Will" hilariously capture the essence of modern womanhood, while heartwarming moments remind us of the enduring power of love and self-discovery.Brimming with insightful humor and catchy tunes, The Funny Thing About Men will leave audiences smiling, reflecting, and singing along as they recognize themselves in Mandy’s hilarious journey.
Bio
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Originally from Essex, England, Mandy attended the Italia Conti Academy of Performing Arts in London. She began her career as a dancer, traveling the world before transitioning into comedic acting, singing, and audiobook narration, for which she has won numerous awards. She is also a published children’s book author, with two early reader books available on Amazon: Oh Charlie and Oh Charlie: A Day at the Beach.
British-born playwright Mandy Williams returned to the Hollywood Independent Theater Festival in October 2024 with her one-woman show, The Funny Thing About Men which played in Edmonton, AB, Canada in August and won the "Best of Asylum" Award in the 2024 Hollywood Fringe Festival.