Whether it's a relationship problem, how to word a sensitive work email, or the best way to cook brisket, this Jewish mother has all the answers!
A joyously funny, interactive comedy show from Rachel Creeger — multi award-winning stand-up and the only Orthodox Jew on the UK comedy circuit. As seen on BBC One, Amazon Prime, NextUp Comedy and heard across the BBC Radio network.
Awards & Nominations
- Nominated Best Stand Up — Greater Manchester Fringe (2023 & 2024)
- ‘Keep It Fringe’ Bursary recipient (2024)
- Pegasus Comedy ‘Spirit of the Fringe’ award (2025)
Fresh from Edinburgh
Recently back from the Edinburgh Fringe, the show was:
Highly Recommended — Fringe Review
“One of the Fringe’s big talking points” — The Telegraph
“A warm, witty hug” — The Times
Praise
“There is a huge scope for humour around culture and religion. Rachel Creeger: Ultimate Jewish Mother is the pinnacle of this.” — FunnyWomen.com
“Like a Jewish Victoria Wood.” — Audience feedback
About Rachel
Rachel Creeger is a multi-award-winning stand-up comedian, writer and director. She has taken four critically acclaimed shows to the Edinburgh Fringe, including the interactive musical comedy Ultimate Jewish Mother, frequently earning comparisons to a Jewish Victoria Wood.
Broadcast & TV
- Regular topical guest on BBC One’s Sunday Morning Live and BBC Radio London
- A Believer’s Guide (BBC One)
- Being Jewish panel show with David Baddiel (NextUp Comedy)
- The Rabbi’s wife in Hapless (Amazon Prime Video)
Radio
- Featured on BBC Radio 4, BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Scotland and regional BBC stations
- Script associate on 2525 (BBC Radio 4 Extra)
Podcasts
- Co-host of Jew Talkin’ To Me? (international chat show podcast)
- Co-host of Leaving Erinsborough (Neighbours superfan podcast)
Live
- Resident MC at Upstairs at the Adam & Eve, Yours Faithfully, and the UK’s only regular Jewish Comedy Club at JW3. Rachel tours across the UK and abroad — and as an Orthodox Jew, doesn’t gig on Friday nights.
