Michael Brunström: William Tell versus the Algorithm
22 February 2026
Swiss folklore meets Artificial Intelligence in this surreal take on the William Tell legend. Meet a reluctant freedom-fighter who accidentally challenges the systems that threaten to divide and oppress us.
Michael Brunström is a surrealist comedian, whose numerous shows include 'Parsley', 'The Great Fire of London', 'One Thousand New Ideas before Bedtime' and 'Copernicus Now', which was nominated for the Best Show award at the 2024 Leicester Comedy Festival. Malcolm Hardee Award Winner. ★★★★ 'A joy' (Scotsman). ★★★★ 'An artistic genius' (Skinny). 'Hilariously silly' (Chortle).
Michael Brunström is a surrealist comedian, whose numerous shows include 'Parsley', 'The Great Fire of London', 'One Thousand New Ideas before Bedtime' and 'Copernicus Now', which was nominated for the Best Show award at the 2024 Leicester Comedy Festival. Malcolm Hardee Award Winner. ★★★★ 'A joy' (Scotsman). ★★★★ 'An artistic genius' (Skinny). 'Hilariously silly' (Chortle).

