MCF DAILY ROUND-UP - WEDNESDAY 27TH
What more could you want on a Wednesday night than a stellar line up of shows at Manchester Comedy Festival 2010? Here's our daily round-up...
Flecky Bennett’s Manchester Ghost Walk, (City centre, 7pm)
Having frightened victims in Manchester and London, Flecky Bennett returns to Manchester for the second year running with his popular ghost walk. Flecky’s mixture of history and performance in his one-man show has earned the walk a ‘Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction’ status. Click here to buy tickets.
An Audience With The Lomos (Apotheca, 7.15pm)
What better way to spend a Wednesday evening than with some quality FREE comedy? Comedy-pop duo, Pete Marshall and The Lomos come to Apotheca to give you some cracking comic entertainment. Don’t miss this! Click here to buy tickets.
Quentin Reynolds, Comedy Mindreader (Lass O’Gowrie, 7.30pm)
Winner of the Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year in 2005, this comedy mindreader explores the psychic and the paranormal to a comic backdrop of laughter and astonishment. Quentin's is also the only show to be running for every day of the festival, so he's also got stamina. Click here to buy tickets.
Frankie Boyle – I Would Happily Punch Everyone Of You In The Face (O2 Apollo Manchester, Door time 7pm, Show time 8pm)
One of comedy’s gurus, Frankie Boyle, comes to Manchester following his epic record-breaking tour in 2008 with some stellar stand up. Unfortunately if you're reading this today, tickets for one of Britain's best known stand-ups have sold out, and we're very proud to have him involved once again.
Jason Cook: The End (Part 1) (Frog and Bucket, Door time 7.30pm, Show time 8pm)
Following sell-out performances at the MCF last year, Jason is back with his most ambitious, soul-searching and personal show ever; where YOU decide 2011’s show. And if you come to this show, you can stay for the Late Night Asylum for FREE to witness an array of improvised comedy! Click here to buy tickets.
Jason Cook’s Late Night Asylum (Frog and Bucket, 10pm)
Five star reviewed comic, Jason Cook, hosts tonight’s special evening of comedy. Expect some amazing comics doing some amazing things – special guests, sketches, stunts, and much, much more… Click here to buy tickets.
Jimeoin (The Comedy Store, 8pm)
This incredibly talented comic has gained international critical acclaim over the years, and tonight he is in Manchester with some stellar stand up. Jimeoin is known and loved for his brilliantly funny wit and charming observations on the absurdities of every-day life. Get down to the Comedy Store to see this award-winning comedian in action! “Comedy of the highest order… inspired ramblings” The Independent. Click here to buy tickets.
Jonny Addy: No Idea (Pub Zoo, 8pm)
The brilliantly witty Jonny Addy does not have a clue what is going on, whether that be in life, love or liberty. But that’s not going to stop him from talking about it. Get down to Pub Zoo for a top evening of comedy that’ll have you laughing right from the start! Click here to buy tickets.
Shockingly Funny @ Electrik (Electrik Bar, 8pm)
Tonight, MC Chris Brooker, one of comedy’s heavy hitters, hosts a special evening of comedy. Featuring the quick and witty Alex Boardman, the hilarious Des Sharples and two comedy treasures that have been hunted down from the local area – Ruth E. Cockburn and James Hampson. And it’s free! What more could you want? Click here to buy tickets.
Jonathon Paylor: I Am A Friend Of Dorothy… But Does She Have An Older Brother? (Tiger Lounge, 8.15pm)
Paylor has performed up and down the country at all the big comedy clubs with some cracking material that has been well received by fellow comedians and promoters alike. Tonight he is in Manchester with some wonderfully crafted material that will have you laughing from the word ‘go’! Click here to buy tickets.
El Fun (Lass O’Gowrie, 8.30pm)
Ecuador’s number one comic El Purnell is in Manchester with a high octane performance that will have you in fits of laughter. Get down to The Lass tonight for some cracking comedy. And guess what… it’s FREE! Viva ‘El fun’! Click here for more info.
The Fall By Numbers (Apotheca, 8.30pm)
Critically acclaimed comic, Susan Vale, is in Manchester tonight with her show about her love of The Fall (the band that is, not the season or the Albert Camus novel). A finalist in the Hackney Empire New Act of the Year and having written extensively for TV and Radio, Susan is one not to miss. Click here to buy tickets.
Sean Moran: Wasted Youth (Tiger Lounge, 9pm)
Join Sean Moran as he stares into the barrel of fatherhood and laments a debauchery deprived youth. Expect some cracking intelligent observational stand-up. Tonight’s honest and hilarious show should not be missed. Click here to buy tickets.
Slap & Giggle: Regrets (Pub Zoo, 9pm)
Comedy duo Sid Wick and James Bennison’s distressingly unique brand of humour consists of bizarre character comedy, word play of the highest order, and astoundingly well orchestrated songs. Following sell out shows at last year’s MCF, they are back with their new show, Slap & Giggle. Click here to buy tickets.
Damion Larkin: Cuddly Laugher (Apotheca, 9.45pm)
Up and coming comic, Damion Larkin, is the ex-stockbroker who packed it all in to be a comedian. He explores why laughter is so essential and why comedy is more important than taking offence. This versatile and creative comedian will leave you wanting more! “One of the country’s top new comedians” BBC. Click here to buy tickets.
Happypotamus (Lass O’Gowrie, 9.45pm)
This weird and wonderful Geordie comes to Manchester with an act that asks, ‘Is happiness possible?’ The four star reviewed Seymour Mace recently appeared in a BBC3 show with Johnny Vegas, and shares with him a similar adult humour... Don’t miss out! Click here for tickets.
Patrick Monahan: I Walked, I Danced, Iran (Tiger Lounge, 9.45pm)
This award-winning Irish-Iranian comic is in Manchester on a national tour, with sell out shows at the Royal Albert Hall and appearances on C4’s Paul O’Grady. Get down to Tiger Lounge to see Patrick, with his versatility, likeability and engaging stage presence, in action! Click here to buy tickets.
Andrew Ryan: Bemused (Pub Zoo, 10pm)
Stuck for ideas on a Wednesday evening? Not quite ready for bed yet? Join Andrew at Pub Zoo for some cracking comedy. Only last year, Andrew was a finalist in the Laughing Horse New Act of the Year competition whilst also scooping up the title of the Hilarity Bites New Act of the Year. This hilarious Irishman is definitely one to watch! Click here to buy tickets.
Flecky Bennett’s Manchester Ghost Walk, (City centre, 7pm)
Having frightened victims in Manchester and London, Flecky Bennett returns to Manchester for the second year running with his popular ghost walk. Flecky’s mixture of history and performance in his one-man show has earned the walk a ‘Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction’ status. Click here to buy tickets.
An Audience With The Lomos (Apotheca, 7.15pm)
What better way to spend a Wednesday evening than with some quality FREE comedy? Comedy-pop duo, Pete Marshall and The Lomos come to Apotheca to give you some cracking comic entertainment. Don’t miss this! Click here to buy tickets.
Quentin Reynolds, Comedy Mindreader (Lass O’Gowrie, 7.30pm)
Winner of the Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year in 2005, this comedy mindreader explores the psychic and the paranormal to a comic backdrop of laughter and astonishment. Quentin's is also the only show to be running for every day of the festival, so he's also got stamina. Click here to buy tickets.
Frankie Boyle – I Would Happily Punch Everyone Of You In The Face (O2 Apollo Manchester, Door time 7pm, Show time 8pm)
One of comedy’s gurus, Frankie Boyle, comes to Manchester following his epic record-breaking tour in 2008 with some stellar stand up. Unfortunately if you're reading this today, tickets for one of Britain's best known stand-ups have sold out, and we're very proud to have him involved once again.
Jason Cook: The End (Part 1) (Frog and Bucket, Door time 7.30pm, Show time 8pm)
Following sell-out performances at the MCF last year, Jason is back with his most ambitious, soul-searching and personal show ever; where YOU decide 2011’s show. And if you come to this show, you can stay for the Late Night Asylum for FREE to witness an array of improvised comedy! Click here to buy tickets.
Jason Cook’s Late Night Asylum (Frog and Bucket, 10pm)
Five star reviewed comic, Jason Cook, hosts tonight’s special evening of comedy. Expect some amazing comics doing some amazing things – special guests, sketches, stunts, and much, much more… Click here to buy tickets.
Jimeoin (The Comedy Store, 8pm)
This incredibly talented comic has gained international critical acclaim over the years, and tonight he is in Manchester with some stellar stand up. Jimeoin is known and loved for his brilliantly funny wit and charming observations on the absurdities of every-day life. Get down to the Comedy Store to see this award-winning comedian in action! “Comedy of the highest order… inspired ramblings” The Independent. Click here to buy tickets.
Jonny Addy: No Idea (Pub Zoo, 8pm)
The brilliantly witty Jonny Addy does not have a clue what is going on, whether that be in life, love or liberty. But that’s not going to stop him from talking about it. Get down to Pub Zoo for a top evening of comedy that’ll have you laughing right from the start! Click here to buy tickets.
Shockingly Funny @ Electrik (Electrik Bar, 8pm)
Tonight, MC Chris Brooker, one of comedy’s heavy hitters, hosts a special evening of comedy. Featuring the quick and witty Alex Boardman, the hilarious Des Sharples and two comedy treasures that have been hunted down from the local area – Ruth E. Cockburn and James Hampson. And it’s free! What more could you want? Click here to buy tickets.
Jonathon Paylor: I Am A Friend Of Dorothy… But Does She Have An Older Brother? (Tiger Lounge, 8.15pm)
Paylor has performed up and down the country at all the big comedy clubs with some cracking material that has been well received by fellow comedians and promoters alike. Tonight he is in Manchester with some wonderfully crafted material that will have you laughing from the word ‘go’! Click here to buy tickets.
El Fun (Lass O’Gowrie, 8.30pm)
Ecuador’s number one comic El Purnell is in Manchester with a high octane performance that will have you in fits of laughter. Get down to The Lass tonight for some cracking comedy. And guess what… it’s FREE! Viva ‘El fun’! Click here for more info.
The Fall By Numbers (Apotheca, 8.30pm)
Critically acclaimed comic, Susan Vale, is in Manchester tonight with her show about her love of The Fall (the band that is, not the season or the Albert Camus novel). A finalist in the Hackney Empire New Act of the Year and having written extensively for TV and Radio, Susan is one not to miss. Click here to buy tickets.
Sean Moran: Wasted Youth (Tiger Lounge, 9pm)
Join Sean Moran as he stares into the barrel of fatherhood and laments a debauchery deprived youth. Expect some cracking intelligent observational stand-up. Tonight’s honest and hilarious show should not be missed. Click here to buy tickets.
Slap & Giggle: Regrets (Pub Zoo, 9pm)
Comedy duo Sid Wick and James Bennison’s distressingly unique brand of humour consists of bizarre character comedy, word play of the highest order, and astoundingly well orchestrated songs. Following sell out shows at last year’s MCF, they are back with their new show, Slap & Giggle. Click here to buy tickets.
Damion Larkin: Cuddly Laugher (Apotheca, 9.45pm)
Up and coming comic, Damion Larkin, is the ex-stockbroker who packed it all in to be a comedian. He explores why laughter is so essential and why comedy is more important than taking offence. This versatile and creative comedian will leave you wanting more! “One of the country’s top new comedians” BBC. Click here to buy tickets.
Happypotamus (Lass O’Gowrie, 9.45pm)
This weird and wonderful Geordie comes to Manchester with an act that asks, ‘Is happiness possible?’ The four star reviewed Seymour Mace recently appeared in a BBC3 show with Johnny Vegas, and shares with him a similar adult humour... Don’t miss out! Click here for tickets.
Patrick Monahan: I Walked, I Danced, Iran (Tiger Lounge, 9.45pm)
This award-winning Irish-Iranian comic is in Manchester on a national tour, with sell out shows at the Royal Albert Hall and appearances on C4’s Paul O’Grady. Get down to Tiger Lounge to see Patrick, with his versatility, likeability and engaging stage presence, in action! Click here to buy tickets.
Andrew Ryan: Bemused (Pub Zoo, 10pm)
Stuck for ideas on a Wednesday evening? Not quite ready for bed yet? Join Andrew at Pub Zoo for some cracking comedy. Only last year, Andrew was a finalist in the Laughing Horse New Act of the Year competition whilst also scooping up the title of the Hilarity Bites New Act of the Year. This hilarious Irishman is definitely one to watch! Click here to buy tickets.
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