Sarah Bishop is a multifaceted Australian comedy actor, writer, and director, renowned for her versatility and extensive body of work. She has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry, particularly in the realm of sketch comedy.
As a member of the popular sketch comedy group Skit Box, Sarah has contributed to the creation of numerous viral videos, including the hit video "Activewear," which has garnered over 140 million hits online. The group's work has been recognized with several accolades, including the Genre Excellence Award at the 2015 Sydney Comedy Fringe Festival and a spot at the prestigious Just for Laughs Festival at the Sydney Opera House in 2019.
Sarah's work with Skit Box has also led to collaborations with prominent figures, such as British pop star Ellie Goulding, and the creation of a sketch comedy TV series, Wham Bam Thank You Ma'am, which premiered on NBC Universal's Seeso and ABC Australia in 2016.
In addition to her work with Skit Box, Sarah has written, performed in, and/or directed sketches for various TV shows, including The Moth Effect on Amazon, Kinne Tonight on Ten, Black Comedy on the ABC, and The Slot on the Comedy Channel.
As a director, Sarah has worked on several TV commercials through Revolver, including Isowhey starring Celeste Barber and Tourism Australia starring Luke Hemsworth. She was also a directors' attachment to Peter Duncan on the TV series Operation Buffalo, which premiered in 2019.
Sarah's most recent projects include co-directing and starring in the web series Ding Dong I'm Gay, which was funded through Screen Australia and received an AACTA Award nomination for Best Online Series in 2020. She has also continued her training at the Second City Film School and has been a part of the Second City Conservatory in Chicago, as well as taking classes at The Annoyance.
Sarah holds dual citizenship in Australia and the United Kingdom, reflecting her diverse cultural background and global perspectives.
