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Chris Brooker
A gifted performer, Chris Brooker has taken his unique mix of comedy and improvisation to stages all over the world. After a decade on the UK comedy circuit Chris has forged a fine reputation for himself as a stand-up comedian and compère. His versatility has seen him play to audiences of all sizes and backgrounds, winning them over with his infectious enthusiasm, swift wit and immense likeability. Dubbed comedy's ginger Viking by a promoter, he really is a larger than life character! 'Very funny, very quick... On the spot humour' (BBC) 'A fitting finale, had the audience in stitches' (StudentOnline) 'The best act of the night, his quick wit silencing hecklers and getting plenty of laughs' (Manchester Evening News) 'The revelation of the night. Spot on' (Now Toronto) 'Well crafted jokes... Arguably the best routine of the night' (Giggle Beats) 'As fine an ambassador for British comedy as you could ask for. Absolutely brilliant, made it look so easy' (Tommy Nielson, Director of The Aarhus Comedy Festival) 'A truly touching, inspiring and hilarious show that provided heart felt laughter and moved many in attendance to tears. Absolutely absorbing and thoroughly recommended' (The Oregonian).
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Matt Richardson
One of the hottest and fastest rising comedians on the circuit, Matt has made a name for himself presenting some of the biggest shows on television, including The Xtra Factor, Celebrity Haunted Mansion and The Hangover Games, all whilst presenting the Drive-time Show on Virgin Radio. As well as all this presenting work he's been a guest on Roast Battle & The Chris Ramsey Show (Comedy Central), Celebrity Juice, I'm a Celebrity: Extra Camp, CelebAbility and Love Island: Aftersun (ITV2) as well as Celebrity Squares and The Chase: Celebrity Special (ITV1), as well as Big Brother's Bit on the Side and Lip Sync Battle (Channel 5) as well as hosting a brand new show on E4 and Channel 4. ‘One of the top comedians in Edinburgh this year’ Theatreweekly.com ‘An explosive show that left people with bellies aching from laughter’ Voice Magazine 'Mildly laddish, but self deprecating stories all delivered with an irresistible twinkle... This (extremely) young stand-up is poised to be the next bright, young sensation on the circuit - expect to hear a lot more of him' (The Guardian) 'Hilarious and charming' (The Daily Mirror).
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Nina Gilligan
WINNER COMIC'S COMIC 2025 BBC AUDIO AWARDS WINNER 2024 (Best Sit Com or Comedy Drama) CHORTLE AWARD BEST ACT WINNER 2023 NW COMEDY AWARDS BEST ACT WINNER 2023 YORKSHIRE COMEDY AWARDS BEST ACT 2023 LEICESTER MERCURY COMEDY AWARD WINNER 2021 YORKSHIRE COMEDY AWARDS BEST ACT 2022 WINNER – Liverpool Hot Water Comedian of the Year NOMINATED – Greater Manchester Fringe Best Comedy Play FINALIST – English Comedian of the Year 2016
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