Scott Brennan (comedian)
Scott Brennan | |
|---|---|
| Born | Australia |
| Occupation(s) | Performer, comedian, writer, director, producer, voice over artist |
| Years active | 1999–present |
| Known for | skitHOUSE, Comedy Inc - The Late Shift, Neighbours |
Scott Brennan is an Australian performer and comedian, primarily recognized for his contributions to the television series skitHOUSE.
Early life and education
Hailing from Australia, Brennan enrolled at the University of Melbourne in 1990 where he pursued a B.Ed. degree.
Live
Since 1999, Brennan has been a frequent participant at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, presenting shows such as Spontaneous Broadway, Life - Get it up ya—which also featured at the Edinburgh Fringe—Code Beige, Glen Bush; Teenage Superstar (which was awarded a Moosehead grant), and Very Very Scary.
He performed as a member of the comedy trio "Granny Bingo," known for their monthly sold-out performances and appearances at various festivals. Their 2017 Melbourne Comedy Festival production, A visit with Nan in a caravan, earned the prestigious Golden Gibbo Award.
Television
In 2006, Brennan became part of the ensemble on the late-night sketch series Comedy Inc - The Late Shift broadcast on the Nine Network. He delivered a stand-up segment on Foxtel's Stand Up Australia reflecting on his experiences as a gay man and portrayed Dylan in the short film Outland. His television appearances also include roles in The Edge of the Bush, Upper Middle Bogan, both seasons of Lowdown, Judith Lucy's Spiritual Journey, Bogan Pride, Spicks and Specks, Rove Live, The Secret Life of Us, Blue Heelers, Stingers, and Welcher & Welcher.
Brennan has contributed as a writer to television productions including ABC’s Prank Patrol and Network Ten’s The Project. Beginning in July 2009, he took on the role of Josh Burns, a local newspaper editor, in the soap opera Neighbours.
Through his company Mashup Pictures, Brennan has been involved in writing, directing, and producing numerous projects. He co-produced both seasons of ABC’s documentary series Housemates. Additionally, he created and directed short-form content for ABC iview such as the horror-themed series Horror Housemates and the comedic documentary-style series What could go wrong?. In the lead-up to Australia’s marriage equality postal survey, he produced a collection of Sock Puppet Amateur Musicals addressing the topic. Other works include short documentaries like Life and Death in Vientiane and Busker Stories. He frequently participates as a podcaster on the show Talking Poofy.
Other activities
Brennan has acted as a mentor and director supporting emerging comedic talent through the Comedy Festival’s "LolSquad" initiative. He is also an established voice over artist, lending his voice to advertisements for brands such as Hungry Jack's and Coles Supermarkets.
Personal life
He holds an admiration for David Bowie.