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Monthly Archives: February 2026
Eshaan Akbar: Smart, Fearless, and Laugh-Out-Loud Sharp
Eshaan Akbar is one of those comedians who makes you laugh and think — often at the same time. His comedy is bold, politically switched-on, and delivered with a grin that says he knows exactly where the joke is landing. … Continue reading
Operation Mincemeat – The Musical That Outsmarts History
If you think war stories are all grit, mud and stern faces, think again. Operation Mincemeat turns one of World War II’s most audacious espionage missions into a riotously clever, high-energy musical – and somehow makes it both hilarious and … Continue reading
Posted in Arts and Theatre, comedy, musicals
Tagged arts and theatre, comedy, musical, Operation Mincemeat, tour
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Sam Hickman: Harp, Heart & Hilarious
There aren’t many comedians and performers who walk on stage with a harp. And that’s exactly why Sam Hickman is such a joy to watch. Yes, she sings.Yes, she plays the harp. Yes, she is a cabaret performer and a … Continue reading
Posted in Arts and Theatre, comedy, music
Tagged Cardiff, comedy, Manchester, performer
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Hatty Preston: Subtle and Seriously Funny
If you’ve seen Hatty Preston live, you’ll know the first thing she brings to the stage isn’t noise — it’s control. There’s a quiet confidence about her. No frantic pacing. No desperate grab for attention. Just sharp writing, deliberate delivery, … Continue reading
Rob Rouse: Chaos, Heart and Proper Northern Nonsense
If you’ve ever seen Rob Rouse live, you’ll know one thing immediately: this is not a man who does comedy gently. Rob doesn’t so much tell jokes as detonate them. He barrels onto stage with the energy of someone who’s … Continue reading
Stephen Bailey: Where Wit Meets Warmth
If comedy had a glitter cannon, Stephen Bailey would be the one pulling the trigger. Loud, proud, and gloriously himself, Stephen’s comedy is bursting with warmth, camp confidence, and razor-sharp observations about life, love, and growing up gay in the … Continue reading
Lulu Simons: Comedy That Knows Exactly What It’s Doing
If you like your comedy sharp, surreal, and delivered with a grin that says “yes, I know exactly what I’m doing”, then you’ve probably already watched Lulu Simons. Lulu’s comedy lives in that delicious space between chaos and control. One minute she’s … Continue reading
Kathy Rivett: Quietly Wonderful, Relentlessly Funny
There’s something wonderfully disarming about Kathy Rivett. She doesn’t shout for attention or batter you with big gestures — she just wanders on, opens her mouth, and before you know it, the room is absolutely hers. Kathy’s comedy is sharp, … Continue reading
Toby Hadoke: The Man, The Cardigan, The Comedy Glue
If Manchester comedy had a central nervous system, Toby Hadoke would be right there, quietly (and sometimes not so quietly), making it all work. Toby isn’t just a comedian or a host — he’s the connective tissue. The calm in … Continue reading
Posted in Arts and Theatre, comedy, Manchester
Tagged 53two, arts, comedy, Manchester, TV, XS Malarkey
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Josh Jones: Big Energy, Bigger Heart
Josh Jones doesn’t just walk on stage — he arrives. Bursting with colour, confidence, and pure Northern joy, Josh is the kind of comedian who fills a room in seconds and keeps it buzzing. His comedy is bold, personal, and … Continue reading