Sam Michael: The World's Oldest Man

Presented by: Cambridge Comedy Fringe

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0	CAMBRIDGE: The Waterman
P	Saturday 23rd May, 2026
N	3:50pm

Event information

What life advice did the Guinness World Records’ Oldest Man give Sam Michael — and why did it make him rethink everything from love, to his health, to Butlins Big Weekenders?

Forever failing to live in the moment, this lad-turned-tired-dad takes a hilarious, nostalgic look at missing his chance to seize the day in youth — less Carpe Diem, more It can wait until tomorrow (Potest donec cras!) — and his increasingly tragic attempts to make up for it before he hits 40.

The World’s Oldest Man is Sam Michael’s debut solo show: warm, self-deprecating, and packed with relatable regret.
Chortle calls it “An enjoyable hour in easy-going company” and “Cheekily self-deprecating... engagingly told by a natural, relaxed performer.”

Sam Michael is fast becoming one of the most exciting voices on the UK comedy circuit. With performances described as a “comedy masterclass” on BBC Bristol, he has also supported Al Murray, Dom Joly, Matt Richardson, and others on their national tours.

Quotes:

"Cheekily self-deprecating... a nicely packaged, story, engagingly told by a natural, relaxed performer" - Chortle

"Very good, very funny" - Dom Joly

"A comedy masterclass" - BBC Radio Bristol