andré de freitas: what if

What If is a hilarious and heartwarming journey of resilience, dreams, and wild detours—a unique take on the American Dream, as told by Portuguese comedian André de Freitas. In his critically acclaimed debut show, André shares the outrageous and poignant moments that shaped his path, from living in a car in California to nearly becoming a male escort in London. With raw honesty and wild true stories, he delves into themes ranging from the audacity of chasing your dreams to the complexities of mental health, including his family's experiences with schizophrenia. Who said becoming a comedian was fun?

“Leaves them howling with laughter”

★★★★★

Sunday Express

“Combination of quirkiness and intelligence. A pleasure”

★★★★

The Telegraph

“A winning presence from the first word to the last”

★★★★★

The Recs

“Hugely entertaining storytelling”

★★★★★

Three Weeks

“Gut bustlingly funny”

★★★★★

Mumble

“Brilliantly funny; a firecracker of a performer”

★★★★

Broadway Baby