Ludwig Benecke

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Ludwig is a Swiss and German stand-up comedian based in Berlin whose energetic delivery, sharp wit, and clear-eyed observations have made him one of the most distinctive new voices in European comedy.

In just four years, Ludwig has performed over 2,000 shows across Europe and the United States, including the Edinburgh Fringe (2023), opening for Victor Petrășcan on his Poland Tour (2024), Rory Scovel in Berlin (2025), and Ashley Gavin, Shahak Shapira, and Reece Kidd in Berlin (2026).

Originally trained as an economic engineer, Ludwig now mines his analytical past and awkwardly polite nature for humor, exploring culture, identity, and the absurd contradictions of modern life. He has appeared in The New York Times and recently made his television debut on RBB’s Falsch, aber lustig (ARD), one of Germany’s leading comedy panel shows.

Described by audiences as “funny” and by friends as “still figuring it out,” Ludwig continues to perform relentlessly across clubs and festivals, crafting comedy that’s both intelligent and deeply relatable.