Marina Rollman facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Marina Rollman |
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Rollman on stage at the Zoofest festival in Montreal in July 2015
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| Born | August 9, 1988 Geneva, Switzerland |
| Medium | Stand-up, radio |
| Genres | Observational comedy, surreal humor, satire |
Marina Rollman (born 9 August 1988 in Geneva) is a talented comedian from Switzerland. She is well-known for her stand-up comedy shows and her appearances on radio and television. Marina has a unique style that combines funny observations about everyday life with a touch of surreal humor.
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Marina Rollman's Journey
Marina Rollman was born and grew up in Geneva, Switzerland. She studied architecture and then classic literature in Switzerland and Paris. Marina was inspired to become a comedian after watching Jerry Seinfeld's show, "I'm telling you for the last time." In 2009, she tried out for a comedy contest in Paris. Even though it didn't work out that time, she didn't give up on her dream. Before becoming a full-time comedian, she worked different jobs, including in advertising, with a food truck, and as a babysitter.
Starting Her Comedy Career
In 2013, Marina decided to try comedy again. She was encouraged by another Swiss comedian, Thomas Wiesel. That year, she performed at her first open mic night in Switzerland. Soon after, she started appearing regularly on radio and TV shows. In 2014 and 2015, she created her own web series and shows. She also performed at the "festival du rire de Montreux" and the Jamel Comedy Club. She even opened shows for famous comedian Gad Elmaleh.
Her Unique Comedy Style
Marina Rollman is part of a new group of female comedians. She is known for her clever and sometimes dark humor, along with a gentle irony. People often notice her voice, which critics have described as both "playful" and strong. Her comedy often involves observing the world around her in a very funny way.
Radio and TV Appearances
Since 2016, Marina has been a regular guest on the "Les Beaux Parleurs" show. This show is on the Swiss radio station, RTS La Première. From September 2017, she also had a regular segment on the French radio show, "La Bande Originale." This popular show is presented by Nagui on France Inter.
"Spectacle drôle" Stand-Up Show
Since 2019, Marina Rollman has been performing her stand-up show called "Spectacle drôle" (which means "Funny Show"). She performs this show at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre in Paris. The show has received great reviews from both French and Swiss critics. It has been praised for being very funny and smart.
Television Appearances
Marina Rollman has also appeared in several television shows:
- 2015: Presque Normal as Marina
- 2017: Funcorp as Chloé Quinta
- 2018: Roi de la vanne as Pauline
- 2019: Double vie as Ruth
- 2020: Dix pour cent as herself
