Next Comedy Night - 5th August

Well, we're into summer now as you can tell by the month if not the weather. Come along and shelter from the rain with us at our next comedy night on Tuesday 5th August. We have three quality acts on offer this time round. Our headliner is Mark Rough.

Mark Rough has been described as the most refreshing Comedian on the UK cabaret circuit. With his fast paced and gag filled set, Mark has been wowing audiences all over the world. Unusually for the mainstream comedy scene, Mark writes all of his own material and this, along with his chirpy manner has seen him perform over 2000 shows in his eight years as a professional Stand Up Comic.

Based in the North West of England, though hailing originally from Sunderland, he has seen his act work in everything from pubs and clubland and is now a big hit on the after dinner circuit. Mark's career has taken him to selling out small theatres throughout the UK and he is working on extending his fan base further south.

After his initial success on the comedy circuit Mark swiftly moved into more traditional venues, though modern and inventive, he is a joke teller.

In 2006 Mark, released his debut live DVD "Have You Ever Had It Blue" to critical acclaim. The show was filmed before a sold out crowd at Blackburn's King George's Hall.

Also appearing will be Richard Swan. Mr Richard Swan is an individual who writes and performs comedy.

Based in the North-West of England, Mr Swan has travelled the length and breadth of Britain playing such venues as The Stand Glasgow, The Frog & Bucket Manchester and numerous venues at the Edinburgh Fringe.

"Definitely a name to look out for." - BBC Lancashire

"Bizarre but very funny" - DerbyComedy.Wordpress.Com

Finally, a treat for those of you who, like me, enjoyed Rod Shepherd, Conspiracy Theorist, we have the latest character from the stable of Jeff Downs - Poxy, Urban Painter and Decorator. Poxy will be filling our special Showcase slot.

I look forward to seeing you all there.










The Fox

Slide Show 1st July

There are a few photos on the slideshow to the right that don't relate to the Comedy Night and I have no idea where they come from! If any one has any idea how to get rid of them let me know. They don't appear in the Picasa album.

The Audience - Let Us Know If You Are On Any!

Gary Delaney pt 2

MC Alan Donegan

Gary Delaney pt 1

Jay Ryan

1st July

Well, after the highs of last month's birthday celebrations there was a danger of it being a case of 'After Lord Ivan's show ...' but fortunately we were treated to another top class evening of entertainment (or should that be 'an evening of top class entertainment'?).

The unfortunate news greeting us last week was that Dave Twentyman had pulled out at short notice but our fixer, Mr Alan Donegan, had pulled out all the stops and managed to secure the services of a very capable deputy - Jay Ryan.

I'm not being unkind to Jay when I say he is on the large side and the fact has not escaped Jay himself whose act on the night relied heavily (pun intended) on the funny side of his weight. This went down well, although personally I would have liked a little more variety. Having said that there were many laughs to be had, which after all is what a comedy night is about isn't it?

Before I forget I think I should mention our MC, Alan. Alan has really got back to form recently and his pre-guest spots are a vital part of the evening's entertainment.

Headliner this month was Gary Delaney and he really hit the spot from the off. His act is basically a series of one-liners but delivered with such precision and impact that you have little time to think about it. If you don't like one then don't worry, there'll be another one along shortly. Listen, there it goes. Gary was excellent and handled the bloke who decided he was funnier than the comedian exceptionally well. Heckling is one thing but you need to know when to stop digging. Can I make a righteous plea for the acts to be shown the respect they deserve? I know heckling is supposedly a tradition at such events but I can't remember one occasion where it has added to the evening. The good thing is that it's only 1% of the audience but they can spoil it for the other 99%.

Anyway, rant over - I thought it was another fantastic evening and I can't wait for the next one, which will be on August 5th.

The Fox