Cardiff based Harpist Sam Hickman has recently been highly regarded in the Musical Comedy Awards 2026. Awarded third place, and beating out 45 other acts, Hickman has been a fixture of the South Wales Cabaret scene for over a decade and is breaking through to mainstream success.
Marking a major milestone for Wales, becoming the first Welsh based comedian and Harpist to ever place on the podium of this competition.
Chortle, a well regarded comedy publication said “clearly destined for big things, Hickman is equipped with a voice filled with operatic drama”
Her success at the Musical Comedy Awards underscores the strength of Cardiff’s creative scene and shines a spotlight on Welsh performers breaking through on a national stage. With this latest recognition, Hickman continues to build momentum as a rising force in British comedy.
Previous praise for Hickman:
‘The Sensational Sam Hickman’ – British Comedy Guide
‘Yr showgirl ar y delyn’ – BBC Cymru
‘The musical and comedic ability of Victoria Wood’ – Broadway Baby
https://www.bbc.co.uk/cymrufyw/erthyglau/clyzw952ej1o
Hickman continues touring her solo show First Woman, returning to Cardiff on 12 June at Chapter Arts Centre. You can find tickets here https://www.chapter.org/whats-on/sam-hickman-first-woman