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Kathy Rivett: Quietly Wonderful, Relentlessly Funny

Posted on February 11, 2026 by Fy Mywyd

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 →

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Toby Hadoke: The Man, The Cardigan, The Comedy Glue

Posted on February 11, 2026 by Fy Mywyd

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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Simon Naylor at 53two: The Quiet Force Behind the Magic

Posted on February 8, 2026 by Fy Mywyd

Some people are loud champions of the arts. Others get on with it quietly, relentlessly, and with a level of care that holds entire creative ecosystems together. Simon Naylor is very much the latter — and Manchester is better for … Continue reading →

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