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Why Women Comedians Make a Difference
Women comedians — including trans and non-binary performers — do far more than make people laugh. They challenge stereotypes, open minds, and bring fresh perspectives to comedy that audiences may never have heard before. For years, mainstream comedy often reflected … Continue reading
Alun Cochrane: The Master of Thoughtful Comedy
Alun Cochrane is one of Britain’s most respected stand-up comedians, known for his intelligent humour, relaxed delivery, and unique way of looking at everyday life. With a style that blends sharp observations and philosophical thinking, Cochrane has earned a loyal … Continue reading
Paul Campbell: Low-Key Chaos, Big Laughs
Paul Campbell might not be the loudest comic in the room – but give him a microphone and a few minutes, and you’ll see why audiences lean in. His comedy is built on sharp observations, dry delivery, and the kind … Continue reading
Justin Moorhouse: Comedy Built on Craft, Warmth, and Proper Skill
There’s a particular kind of comedian who doesn’t just tell jokes — they build a room, shapes a story, and carries an audience with them like an old mate leading you down the pub. Justin Moorhouse is exactly that kind of comic. On the … Continue reading
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
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
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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