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 August 9, 1988) is a funny comedian from Geneva, Switzerland. She is known for her stand-up comedy and her work on radio shows.
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Early Life and Career Beginnings
Marina Rollman grew up in Geneva, Switzerland. She studied architecture and then classic literature in Switzerland and Paris. A stand-up show by Jerry Seinfeld really inspired her to become a comedian.
In 2009, Marina tried out for a comedy contest in Paris. It didn't go as planned, but she didn't give up on her dream. After that, she worked different jobs, like in advertising and even running a food truck. She also babysat for actress Natalie Portman's child!
Becoming a Comedian
In 2013, Marina decided to try comedy again. She was inspired by another Swiss comedian, Thomas Wiesel. That year, she performed at her first "open mic" show in Switzerland. Soon, she started appearing regularly on radio and TV.
In 2014 and 2015, Marina created her own web series and shows. She also performed at big events like the "Festival du rire de Montreux" (a comedy festival) and the Jamel Comedy Club. She even opened shows for famous comedian Gad Elmaleh.
Her Unique Style
Marina Rollman is part of a new group of female comedians. She uses a style called "dark humor" and "soft irony." This means she makes jokes about serious topics in a clever, gentle way. People often notice her voice, which critics describe as both "playful" and strong.
Radio and Stage Work
Since 2016, Marina has been a regular on the "Les Beaux Parleurs" show. This is on the Swiss radio station, RTS La Première. In September 2017, she started a regular segment on the French radio show "La Bande Originale" on France Inter.
Since 2019, Marina has been performing her stand-up show called "Spectacle drôle" (Funny Show). She performs it at the Théâtre de l'Œuvre in Paris. Critics from both France and Switzerland have praised her show a lot!
Television Appearances
Marina Rollman has also appeared in several TV 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
