Northampton BID

Live Comedy at The Malt Shovel
2026-05-24 19:00 - 21:30 (Europe/London) | Northamptonshire
Live stand up comedy at the Malt Shovel
Show 7pm
Kevin Daniel
A breakout star from the Midlands circuit, Glasgow-born Kevin Daniel has quickly transitioned from the corporate world to become one of the UK’s most sought-after storytellers. Winner of the 2024 “Silver Stand Up” at the Leicester Comedy Festival, his comedy is defined by a commanding stage presence and a warm, honest style. He masterfully navigates the trials of daily life, delivering “outrageous storytelling” that has seen him support the likes of Nathan Caton and Fiona Allen on tour.
Gerry K
Born in the East End and raised in rural Essex, Gerry Kyei offers a refreshingly honest and unique perspective on the British experience. A former winner of The Comedy Store’s “King Gong,” he is a seasoned headline act known for his infectious energy and beaming stage presence. Beyond stand-up, he is an accomplished actor (The Bill, Angelo’s) and a sharp presenter, often blending observational wit with a truly feel-good atmosphere.
Tim Biglowe
A rising talent with a penchant for high-energy narrative comedy, Tim Biglowe is a 2024 BBC New Comedy Award shortlister and a 5-star Fringe favorite. His recent work, including the acclaimed show Landlubber, hilariously chronicles his transition from living on a canal boat to the “real world” of mortgages and mechanics. Described as a “rare breed” of comic, he combines immaculate timing with tightly-woven, relatable stories.
Andy Gleeks
Hailing from Northern Ireland, Andy Gleeks is a master of self-deprecating humor and sharp ad-libs. Recently crowned the winner of the 2025 “Dave Joke of the Fringe,” he is a natural MC who flits seamlessly between topical commentary and anecdotal storytelling. His style is characterised by a “great turn of phrase” and a searingly honest approach to his life across Ireland and England, making him an instant hit with any audience.

Live Comedy at Sixfields Stadium
2026-06-05 20:00 - 22:30 | Sixfields stadium, Sixfields Stadium,, Northampton, Northants, NN5 5QA, United Kingdom
Live comedy at Sixfields Stadium Northampton – Doors 7pm – Show 8pm
Josh Pugh
A former English Postman’s Game Footballer of the Year and multi-award-winning comedian, Josh Pugh is known for his uniquely quirky observations and “very online” relatability. A master of the mundane made hilarious, he has appeared on Mock the Week and The Last Leg, delivering a style that is as charmingly offbeat as it is impeccably written.
Paul Sinha
Broadly recognized as “The Sinnerman” on ITV’s The Chase, Paul Sinha is a qualified GP and one of the most accomplished stand-ups on the UK circuit. His comedy blends high-level intellect with brutal self-deprecation, covering everything from his medical career and sexuality to his life as a professional competitive quizzer.
Eleanor Tiernan
Hailing from Ireland, Eleanor Tiernan is celebrated for her sharp, cynical wit and masterful command of awkwardness. A regular at the Edinburgh Fringe and a frequent guest on BBC Radio 4, her comedy often dissects the complexities of modern life and national identity with a dry, sophisticated edge that keeps audiences on their toes.
Justin Panks
Justin Panks is a powerhouse performer known for his uncompromising, high-energy delivery and “pro-club” sensibility. Unafraid to delve into edgy territory, he commands the stage with a mix of gritty honesty and unpredictable storytelling, making him a firm favorite for audiences seeking comedy with a bit of bite.

Comedy Crate Festival 2026 - Part One
2026-06-06 14:00 - 21:30 | Northamptonshire
3 Venues – The Charles Bradlaugh, The Black Prince and The Lamplighter

15 acts in total across the day. You’ll get to see a maximum of 5 shows, choosing between the 15 acts. It will be wristband entry. Collection of wristbands will be on the day, giving you access to all venues. All the shows will be Edinburgh Previews or Work in Progress shows. These are great opportunities to see acts try out some new stuff in preparation for their Edinburgh runs and upcoming tour shows. Each show will be roughly 1 hour long. There will also be half hour intervals between each show, with a 1 hour interval after the 2nd show to allow for a decent food break.

Rhys James: Chop Logic
Rhys made a discovery that could fix everything. It’s been staring him in the face this whole time, in a mirror held behind his head. If he can somehow ignore his own problems, he might just be able to solve yours. A fast, forensic hour of big ideas and gag-dense overthinking from one of Britain’s sharpest stand-ups. Star of Mock the Week, also seen furrowing his brow on QI and Live At The Apollo. ‘Scintillating stand-up’ **** (Times).

Paul Foot: The Future
Hello and OMG. Everything’s wrong in the world. When did optimism end? Remember years ago when people were excited for the future, with predictions of people flying around on jet packs, friendly robots that wheeled themselves round the kitchen making tea, and solar powered bidets? Well, we don’t have fun visions for the future like that anymore, do we?
In this show, which, much like human civilisation, is a Work-in-Progress, Paul tries to find a way forward for humanity that isn’t environmental collapse, war and pointless arguments. His medium is stand-up comedy, his allotted time is 58 minutes to one hour, his message is hope (hopefully).

Chortle Awards 2024 Best Show Nominee
(ISH) Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2023 Best Show Winner
Next Up Biggest Award in Comedy 2023 Nominee

Lucy Porter: Let Yourself Go
Festival favourite Lucy returns with a brand new work in progress show about the power of letting yourself go – in every sense. Whether that means embracing your wrinkles and love handles whilst living in a slanket, or having a couple of babychams and dancing like nobody’s watching (and if you’re a middle-aged woman, they’re probably not). It’s also about letting go of the person you’ve always thought you are, and using your midlife crisis to pursue new goals and reinvent yourself.

Stuart Goldsmith: Canary
Stuart was as scared about the climate crisis as you are. But he did the reading, and now he’s terrified. Come and watch him do something about it. In his most honest, hilarious, and hopeful hour yet, Stuart Goldsmith (Live At The Apollo, Netflix is a Joke, Conan) applies his ‘expert stand-up’ (Sunday Times) to the apparent collapse of absolutely everything. ‘The funny side of climate change… No, really!’ (Times). *****

Glenn Moore: Work In Progress
The best showcase of pure joke-writing skill on the Fringe” (Guardian). Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Glenn Moore has written too many jokes again. As seen on Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You, Mock The Week, Cats Does Countdown. As heard on The Dave Berry Breakfast Show on Absolute Radio, The News Quiz, Just A Minute, and his own Radio 4 series Glenn Moore’s Almanac.
“An absolutely brilliantly-crafted joy from start to finish” Mail On Sunday (5 stars)

Ed Night: We’ll Be Alright, Darling
Underrated stand-up and asthmatic wretch Ed Night lumbers back to the Fringe with yet another new show. Prepare to have your ribs tickled to the max with material about all sorts of different topics and subjects. 2025 Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Show nominee (it’s not a science). ‘A singular talent who very much deserves a place on everyone’s must-see list’ (Skinny). ‘This is comedy as poetry… so good it seems effortless’ (Standard).

Rob Kemp: Beatlesjuice
Cult comedy horror movie, Beetlejuice, retold through the songs of not-even-remotely cult band, The Beatles. A multimedia mashup tribute to the Fab Four and the Ghost with the Most by the award-winning creator of The Elvis Dead. So clap your hands or rattle your jewellery, cos it’s showtime!

Sara Barron: SLOP
Sara has planned a series of high kicks, insults for your average-looking granny, and thoughts on Jeffrey Dahmer’s Netflix special. Then – separate but adjacent – some thoughts on Gary Barlow.
Sara Barron is one of the fastest-rising comedians of her generation. Since her 2018 debut at the Edinburgh Fringe, she’s starred on shows including Live at the Apollo (BBC), Would I Lie to You? (BBC) and Frankie Boyle’s New World Order (BBC).

Ross Smith: Told You So
Building my next show so here’s some work in progress shows. Watch as I give birth, suckle, raise and nurture new jokes and send them off into the world trying not to cry. Come along- tell your friends, tell your enemies. As seen on Apple TV’s Slow Horses and Karl Pilkingston’s Sick Of It.

Sooz Kempner: Imposter
Award-winning comedian Sooz Kempner (Doom in Doctor Who’s Doom’s Day, The Now Show) has always felt a little like an imposter. Except in one area: singing! She could always rely on THAT. But when Sooz’s voice suddenly stopped working the way it always had before, she had to face her imposter syndrome head-on and find out once and for all: is it imposter syndrome, or is she truly an imposter? A stand-up show about finding your voice, silencing trolls and Princess Diana.

Mad Ron Presents Identity Theft – The Gameshow
Expect the absurd as Uxbridge’s third hardest man and multi award-winning Mad Ron presents a hilariously surreal game show, where he tries to guide his comedy apprentice as a glamorous game show host. ‘Keeps the onslaught of jokes coming, contributing to the rowdily fun atmosphere’ (Steve Bennett, Chortle.co.uk). ‘The funniest most inventive nut bag show I think I’ve ever seen I love it love it love it!’ (Terry Alderton)

Andy Field: Giddy Up
A new hour of stand up comedy from Chortle’s Student Comedian of the Year (11 years ago). As an ambitious young stand-up, a Pleasance Fringe run felt like the start of something great, but all these years on, missed opportunities feel like they outnumber the successes, and a question hangs in the air, stubbornly growing with each passing birthday, ‘have I wasted my life?’ So he’s back to decide, in the same room as before. Only this time, instead of a kooky young upstart, he’s a middle-aged eccentric man.

Fiona Allen: White Lies
After a sellout debut Edinburgh 2023 show, Fiona Allen star of Smack The Pony returns with her new show White Lies. Fiona needs a perfect lie to avoid her pet hate of social gatherings. Running out of time and patience she encounters every obstacle a day can throw at her. It all threatens to derail her quest to find the perfect lie. She must confront her worst fear: her neighbours party. It’s a fate worse than death and the clock is ticking. She’s going to have to war-game it. Honestly. ‘Punchlines delivered with cutting execution’ (Scotsman).

Darren Harriott: Activated
New house, new life, new outlook?…dunno about that, Double Edinburgh award nominee Darren Harriott’s had a brand new show. It’s all about coming to terms with certain things in life… death, dads, and…. dancing? Yeah.
As seen on Live at the Apollo (BBC), Would I Lie To You (BBC), Dancing on Ice (ITV), Love Island: Aftersun (ITV2), Bake Off: Extra Slice (C4) as well BBC’s Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel, Richard Osman’s House Of Games, and The Apprentice You’re Fired. Twice nominated at the Edinburgh Fringe for Best Show, as well performing at the Melbourne Comedy Festival, in 2023 he was named “Pick of the Fringe”. Darren presents his own BBC Radio show from his home city of Birmingham.

Catherine Bohart: Work In Progress
Catherine Bohart – as seen on Live at the Apollo, QI and LOL Ireland is back with a new show. Well, the beginnings of a new show. Well, she’s certainly thinking about beginning a new show. Certainly she’s certain she should be. Come watch this Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee humble herself before you while she tries new jokes as you give her real time feedback.
Venues:
The Charles Bradlaugh – 1 Earl St, Northampton NN1 3AU
The Black Prince – 15 Abington Square, Northampton NN1 4AE
The Lamplighter (Saturday only) – 66 Overstone Rd, Northampton NN1 3JS
Please note, all venues have a limited capacity, if there is an act you really want to see, please get to that venue in plenty of time.
*Line ups are always subject to change for reasons out of our control. We always try to book the best acts around the country, however with that comes the risk of last minute cancellations due to TV work, corporate events etc. Comics are also human, so ill health also plays its part.

A Star Wars Improv Show - The One-man Made-up Movie
2026-06-11 20:00 - 21:15 | The Charles Bradlaugh, 1 Earl St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AU, United Kingdom
Times: Doors 7:30pm – Show 8pm
Run time: 1 hour
Price: £12 Plus booking fee
Ages 14+
Fresh from a sell-out residency at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the new and acclaimed show embarks on its 2026 tour. Award nominated stand-up and improviser Jon Hipkiss brings together the ultimate celebration of comedy and fandom. Based solely on your suggestions, Jon will improvise an entirely new Star Wars film all by himself. He’s all the trailers, all the characters, all the music, the ships, everything. Expect beautiful chaos! “Very funny, clever and totally entertaining” – “I was doubled over laughing for the whole show” – “Fantastic show for Star Wars fans or not” – “Genuinely brilliant. Clever and inclusive, whole family loved it” – “Fantastic show, we laughed all the way through” – “Hilarious and fun with a highly skilled performer” – “A complete delight” – EdFringe.com Audience Reviews.

“One of the best improv/comedy shows I’ve seen” – Edinburgh Review
“His set was on fire – 4 Stars” – The National (Scotland)
Leicester Comedy Festival Award Nominee – Audience Choice 2024
“Hilarious” – Larry Dean
Leicester Comedy Festival Award Nominee – Best New Show 2019
“Great work” – Jack Whitehall
“Laugh out loud funny” – Jon Richardson
“High energy word wizard” – Rock Central Promotions
‘Wish he’d have stayed on stage longer’ – The Scotsman
Alumnus and graduate of Chicago’s The Second City (Writing/Improv)

Nathan Caton & Hasan Al-Habib: Work In Progress
2026-06-15 20:00 - 22:30 | The Lab, 95-97 Charles St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3BG, United Kingdom
Live Stand Up Comedy at The LAB. As part of the Northampton Comedy Festival 2026 in association with Northampton BID.
Doors 7pm – Show 8pm

Nathan Caton: Work In Progress
Nathan Caton is bringing a brand-new work-in-progress show to the stage, offering a first look at fresh material from one of the most reliable and charismatic voices on the UK circuit.
Known for his seamless blend of personal storytelling and sharp political commentary, Nathan has established himself as a household name with appearances on Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week, and The News Quiz. This performance finds him in an intimate setting, stripping back the polish to test out new ideas, observations, and anecdotes. It is a unique opportunity to see a master craftsman at work, navigating the trial-and-error process of building a new hour of stand-up.
Expect the same high-energy delivery and razor-sharp wit that have made him a multi-award-winning comedian, now with the added spontaneity of a show still in development.

Hasan Al-Habib: Stuck in the Middle (East) With You
Extended sold-out run, Edinburgh Fringe 2025. Funniest Jokes of Edinburgh Fringe (Telegraph, Times 2025). NextUp Biggest Award in Comedy: nominee 2025. ‘Deliciously funny’ (Guardian) Hasan Al-Habib is back with a brand-new stand-up hour. His agent told him it needs to be more relatable for white British people, so it’s all about growing up as a child of divorce. ‘There’s material for Live at the Apollo’ **** (Scotsman). ‘Seamless callbacks, crowd-winning call and responses, and impeccable timing’ **** (Skinny).

Lindsey Santoro & Felicity Ward: Work In Progress
2026-06-25 19:30 - 22:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Live stand up comedy at V and B Northampton. As part of the Northampton Comedy Festival 2026 in association with Northampton BID.
Work in progress shows from Lindsey Santoro and Felicity Ward
Show start time 7:30pm

Lindsey Santoro: It Was Like That When I Got Here
Lindsey returns following the huge success of her Fringe debut, which won NextUp’s Biggest Award in Comedy and earned her an Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nomination. Seen on Live at the Apollo, Mel Giedroyc’s Unforgivable and Comedy Central Live. Heard on The Jon Richardson Show, Sarah Millican’s Elephant in the Room and Russell Kane’s Evil Genius, plus her own BBC Radio 4 comedy series, The Lively Life of Lindsey Santoro. Tour support for Joe Lycett. ‘Surely only a matter of time before she becomes a television fixture’ **** (Scotsman)

Felicity Ward: I Wish I Could Come Out of My Shell
Best International Act 2025 Nominee at the NZ Comedy Festival. In 2025 Felicity Ward (Live at the Apollo,The Office – Australia) was the happiest she’s been in a decade. What happened? Divorce, Bisexuality, and Dancing with the Stars. And this bonafide showpony’s greatest gift is that she simply cannot shut tf up. ‘Great big snorting exhortations of comic laughter’ (List). ‘The strongest single hour of solid jokes comes from Felicity Ward… in a rolling, ballsy, crazy show that draws near-standing ovations’ ***** (Times).

Andrew Bird & James Ellis: Work In Progress
2026-07-08 20:00 - 22:15 | Albion Brewery Bar, 54 Kingswell S, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1PR, United Kingdom
Live Stand Up Comedy at The Albion Brewery. As part of the Northampton Comedy Festival 2026 in association with Northampton BID.
Doors 7pm – Show 8pm
Andrew Bird
Andrew Bird is a seasoned headline act on the UK comedy circuit, known for his effortless charm and relatable storytelling. He has supported comedic heavyweights like Michael McIntyre and Micky Flanagan on arena tours, earning a reputation as one of the most reliable and naturally funny performers in the business. His style blends astute observational humor with a warmth that makes even his most cynical rants feel like a chat with an old friend.

James Ellis
James Ellis is a rising star in the stand-up world, lauded for his sharp writing and distinctive delivery. A winner of the South Coast Comedian of the Year, Ellis specialises in well-crafted jokes and clever wordplay that often takes the audience by surprise. His comedy is characterised by a dry, understated wit and a knack for finding the absurd in everyday situations, making him a standout performer across the UK’s top comedy clubs. James also won Best Debut show at this years Leicester Comedy Festival.

Comedy Crate Festival 2026 - Part Two
2026-07-18 14:00 - 21:30 | Northamptonshire
3 Venues – The Charles Bradlaugh, The Black Prince and The Lamplighter
15 acts in total across the day. You’ll get to see a maximum of 5 shows. It will be wristband entry. Collection of wristbands will be on the day, giving you access to all venues. All the shows will be Edinburgh Previews or Work in Progress shows. These are great opportunities to see acts try out some new stuff in preparation for their Edinburgh runs and upcoming tour shows. Each show will be roughly 1 hour long. There will also be half hour intervals between each show, with a 1 hour interval after the 2nd show to allow for a decent food break.

Brennan Reece: Work In Progress
Star of Live At The Apollo, Roast Battle and BBC Radio 4. With over 100 Million Views online, and tour support for Joe Lycett, Micky Flanagan and Nick Offerman…Brennan is back with a brand new hour of funny thoughts, daft stories and the occasional swear word. Soz.

Abandoman: God is a DJ
Abandoman is back – and this year, it’s a party. Blending hip-hop with euphoric dance music, Rob Broderick’s award-winning improvised comedy show turns your suggestions into original bangers, live and unrepeatable every single night. Razor-sharp wit, genuine warmth and unstoppable audience interaction make this one of the festivals most joyful, unpredictable shows. ‘Clever, quick-witted and audacious’ **** (Scotsman).

Andrew White: What a Life!
An only child with two siblings, Andrew White enjoyed a precocious childhood befriending retirees and penning self-indulgent poetry, until a literal circus clown warned him of imminent death on his 18th birthday. All the jester foretold came to pass, and now Andrew must reflect on life without three close loved ones and do his best to honour their memories. A hilarious, raw and heart-warming stand-up show all about living right, dying happy and appealing parking fines with a 76% success rate. ‘Very funny’ (Joe Lycett). ‘Outrageously funny’ (BroadwayWorld.com). ‘A plethora of memorable gags’ **** (Chortle.co.uk).

Spencer Jones: Dogs
BAFTA-nominated and double Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee brings his brand-new show to Edinburgh. As seen on Cats Does Countdown, Mind Of Herbert Clunkerdunk, Ted Lasso, Mr Winner, Live at the Apollo. A show for people who love dogs and for people who don’t. They’ll be all new characters, stupid songs, visual comedy, stories and maybe an answer to the question: Are dogs better than humans?

Andrew Maxwell: Work In Progress
As seen on I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here (ITV1), Live At The Apollo (BBC One), Have I Got News For You (BBC One), Qi (BBC2), Celebrity Juice (ITV2), Mock The Week (BBC Two), Roast Battle (Comedy Central) and Winner of Celebrity Mastermind (BBC One).

Esther Manito: Work In Progress
Fresh off the back of her acclaimed specials and seen on Live at the Apollo, The Stand Up Sketch Show, and Hypothetical, Esther Manito is heading back to the stage to test out brand-new material.
Expect Esther’s signature blend of sharp wit, observational storytelling, and a hilariously blunt look at family life, identity, and the chaos of the modern world. This is a rare chance to see a world-class comic in an intimate setting, refining new jokes and exploring fresh ideas before they hit the big stages.

Alex Kitson: Now Look Here
It’s nice to do things in real life isn’t it? After two critically acclaimed shows in 2024 and 2025, multi award-winning comedian Alex Kitson has a brand-new hour of stand-up comedy to show you. He’s talking about attention so if you could direct yours his way he’d be very grateful. One of the best reviewed shows of the Edinburgh Fringe 2025. ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer nominee. Dave’s Funniest Joke of the Edinburgh Fringe nominee ‘The future of British comedy’ ***** (ThreeWeeks).

Horatio Gould: The Boogie Man
More ‘original, probing wit’ (Scotsman) from voice of a generation comedian, hit podcast co-host (Fin vs History, Boys Gone Wild) and Fin vs The Internet co-creator. ‘Unequivocally excellent’ **** (Skinny). **** (Scotsman).

Lou Wall: Where Are All The Tall Grandmas?
Where are all the tall grandmas? Be honest, you’ve never seen one, have you? So where the f#%k are they? Do they shrink? Die young? Are short kings eating them? In this hilariously unhinged new hour, Lou dives head first into the disappearance of tall old women everywhere. A comedic investigation into height, heritage and what it truly means to live large. ‘Wall is a comedy whirlwind’ (New York Times). Nominee: Most Outstanding Show, Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2025.

Dee Allum: Raumdeuter
Football is, of course, gay. Common knowledge, but important, nonetheless. But could it also be – transgender? In a show about mortality, transformation and genitals, comedian Dee Allum asks the big questions. What is purpose? Who is Britain? And why pick a show title that people won’t understand? Some of these questions will be answered in this sophomore stand-up show following Dee’s award-nominated debut Deadname. ‘More than impressive; it’s damn near perfect’ ***** (EdFringeReview.com).

Toussaint Douglass: Work In Progress
Tired of being seen as ‘odd’ by his peers, family, close friends, agent, fellow beekeepers and long-term partner, award-winning comedian Toussaint Douglass is out to prove he can be just as mainstream as all the big successful comedians.
Star Of: Late Night Mash (DAVE) Outsiders (DAVE) Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled (DAVE), Stand Up Sketch Show (ITV)

Dan Tiernan: Quartz and All
Dan Tiernan is back at it again: and this time he’s got magic rocks in his pocket. With a hat trick of sold-out Edinburgh shows, Dan’s a double Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee, who has received countless five-star reviews. No wonder the Guardian has named him ‘one of comedy’s most distinctive new voices’. Dan returns to the Fringe armed with an amethyst, a bucketful of sage and a rose quartz the size of his impossibly large head. As seen on Live at the Apollo, 8 Out of Ten Cats Does Countdown, The Last Leg, and QI.

Marty Gleeson: Dog Ear
Hello, Irish comedian Marty Gleeson whispers gently but sternly, her hand outstretched, one eye lit like a spark, the other dead behind it. Come on. Unnerved but excited, you take her hand. Gleeson begins to buck and screech; her sparky eye glows brighter. The other falls right out of her head. Leave it, she growls, pulling you headfirst into her debut hour, Dog Ear. You’ll see magpies like you’ve never seen, news reporters in unexpected places and flaw-filled moments of humanity. BBC New Comedy Award finalist and Channel 4 Sean Lock Award 2024.

Amelia Hamilton: Moral Support
Amelia Hamilton, ‘the rapping comic you instantly adore’ ***** (One4Review.co.uk) and 2025 ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer winner, returns with Moral Support – a show that is unpredictable, sharp and surprising at every turn. Featured on BBC Radio 4 and BBC iPlayer, Hamilton skewers modern morality, joyfully dismantling everything from bad men with excellent manners to competitive happiness, gravedigging’s inevitable rebrand and why we should absolutely re-stigmatise mental health. Smart, subversive and gloriously off-beat. ‘You do not want to miss the talent that is Amelia Hamilton’ ***** (EdFestMag.com).
Jamie Allerton: Work In Progress
Venues:
The Charles Bradlaugh – 1 Earl St, Northampton NN1 3AU
The Black Prince – 15 Abington Square, Northampton NN1 4AE
The Lamplighter (Saturday only) – 66 Overstone Rd, Northampton NN1 3JS
Please note, all venues have a limited capacity, if there is an act you really want to see, please get to that venue in plenty of time.
*Line ups are always subject to change for reasons out of our control. We always try to book the best acts around the country, however with that comes the risk of last minute cancellations due to TV work, corporate events etc. Comics are also human, so ill health also plays its part.

Mark Thomas & Andrew O'Neill: Work In Progress
2026-07-22 20:00 - 22:30 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
Live stand up comedy at the King Billy. As part of the Northampton Comedy Festival 2026 in association with Northampton BID.
Doors 7pm – Show 8pm
Featuring:
Mark Thomas
Mark Thomas is a multi-award-winning comedian and investigative journalist. His landmark Channel 4 series, The Mark Thomas Comedy Product, ran for six series and became famous for high-stakes political stunts that successfully influenced UK arms trade legislation and tax laws.
TV & Radio Credits:

The Mark Thomas Comedy Product (Channel 4)
The Mary Whitehouse Experience (BBC Radio 1)
The Manifesto (BBC Radio 4)
Dispatches (Channel 4)

Awards:

Amnesty International Freedom of Expression Award
Time Out Comedy Award
Sony Radio Award for Comedy
Scotsman Fringe First Award (multiple winner, most recently for England & Son)
Guinness World Record holder (formerly) for the most political demonstrations in 24 hours.

Andrew O’Neill
Andrew O’Neill is a surrealist stand-up, musician, and best-selling author. They are a fixture of the alternative comedy scene, frequently performing at major festivals like Glastonbury, Download, and the Edinburgh Fringe.
TV & Radio Credits:

Good Omens 2 (Amazon Prime/BBC) – acting alongside David Tennant and Michael Sheen.
Never Mind the Buzzcocks (BBC)
Saxondale (BBC) – acting opposite Steve Coogan.
Pharmacist Baffler (BBC Radio 4)
Damned Andrew (BBC Radio 4)

Awards:

Victoria Wood Edinburgh Comedy Award (2025 winner)
Transgender Television Award (for Pharmacist Baffler)
Best Comedy Show – Latest 7 Magazine

Larry Dean & Finlay Christie: Work In Progress
2026-07-27 20:00 - 22:30 | The Lamplighter, 66 Overstone Rd, Northampton, northamptonshire, NN1 3JS, United Kingdom
Live stand up comedy at The Lamplighter Northampton. As part of the Northampton Comedy Festival 2026 in association with Northampton BID.
Work in progress shows from Larry Dean and Finlay Christie
Doors 7pm – Show 8pm

Larry Dean: Hellbent
Recently married, emotionally feral. The gallus Glaswegian goon returns with a riotous show about refusing to grow up. As seen on SNL, Live at the Apollo, QI and The Royal Variety Performance. ***** (Telegraph).

Finlay Christie: Champagne Casanova
Finlay misguidedly believes that his muggers fancied him, that being a f*ckboy is cool and that Kim Jong Un would love him. Funny, self-aware and internet-brained, this is an hour about the myths constructed by incels, billionaires and even human people, that mean we don’t have to admit we’re ordinary, rejected or wrong. There’s also a strong section on air fryers. As seen on social media (1M+ followers), Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. ‘The voice of a generation’ **** (Chortle.co.uk).

Phil Nichol & Paul Tonkinson: Work In Progress
2026-07-30 19:30 - 22:00 | Cheyne Walk Club, 2 Cheyne Walk, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5PU, United Kingdom
Live stand up comedy at Cheyne Walk Club. As part of the Northampton Comedy Festival 2026. In association with Northampton BID.
Phil Nichol and Paul Tonkinson work in progress shows

Phil Nichol: Aren’t We Lucky
Lou Reed. The lottery. Ecstasy. Prince Andrew. Punk. Barenaked Ladies. Crisps. Terry Jones. Leukaemia. Butterflies. Dizzy Gillespie’s cheeks. Chance. Scat. Sunshine on Leith. Boo-bee-dee-do. Wasps. Double helix. Comedy. Dennis Hopper. Scrotums. Life. Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner, Phil Nichol is back with a brand-new show. An acclaimed actor, award-winning comedian, producer, presenter, writer and musician, there is no end to his talent. As seen on The Graham Norton Show (BBC One) and Never Mind the Buzzcocks (BBC Two).
Paul Tonkinson: Work In Progress
Paul Tonkinson is a mainstay of the UK comedy circuit, renowned for his infectious energy, physical comedy, and sharp observational wit. Originally from Yorkshire, he is a double Time Out Comedian of the Year winner and has a long history in broadcasting, including stints hosting The Big Breakfast and The Sunday Show. A frequent tour support for Michael McIntyre, Tonkinson is a master of mimicry and often draws on his Northern roots and family life for his material. Outside of stand-up, he is an avid runner, co-hosting the popular Running Commentary podcast and authoring the book 26.2 Miles to Happiness.
