Comedian, Only an Excuse? · 5 October 2026
Jonathan Watson
Jonathan Watson Only an Excuse
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Watson recalls beginning television work as a child and choosing performance over college. He describes City Lights growing from a pilot, the collaborative work behind its characters and impressions, and learning to write comedy. The conversation covers Scottish football impressions, recording and live performance, including audience interaction. Watson also talks about Two Doors Down, changing routes into acting, auditions and self-tapes, and the uncertainty of sustaining a performing career.
Key topics
- Child acting and career choice
- City Lights develops from a pilot
- Impressions and comedy writing
- Recording and live performance
- Two Doors Down
- Acting, auditions and self-tapes
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