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.
Labels: comedy manchester 28th october, comedy manchester tonight, extra dates manchester comedy festival, mcf 2010, mcf daily round up, multitude media
MCF DAILY ROUND-UP - TUESDAY 26TH
There's another stellar line-up of shows this evening at the Manchester Comedy Festival 2010 and we've rounded them up for you here...
Laughter Yoga (The Comedy Store, 4pm-6pm)
We wouldn’t want to spend our afternoons doing yoga. Laughter yoga on the other hand… This playful participatory session is aimed at anyone who want to enhance wellbeing in the workplace. It is based on the idea that laughing is good for us, and rather than being based on jokes, it incorporates a willingness to laugh into gentle exercise, along with some yogic breathing. Trust us when we say that with a sense of playfulness, this will soon lead to real laughter! 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 Tuesday evening than with some top-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, but we're very proud to have him involved once again.
Richard Herring: Christ On A Bike – The Second Coming (Frog and Bucket, Door time 7pm, Show time 8pm)
Award winning comic, Richard Herring, is in Manchester following sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe. He’s had a handful of TV and Radio appearances on shows such as Never Mind the Buzzcocks, The Culture Show, and Imagine, as well as Matt Lucas and Charlie Brooker’s new Radio 4 shows. Get down to the Frog and Bucket to find out if Herring really is the second coming of Christ… Click here to buy tickets.
Russell Kane: Smokescreens & Castles (The Comedy Store, 8pm)
Multi-award winning comic, Russell Kane is in Manchester with some inspiring and brilliant stand up. This co-host of ITV2’s I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here NOW! explores self, family, and the consequences of his Dad buying his own council house. Don’t miss this! ‘One of the finest young performers around’ TimeOut. Click here to buy tickets.
XS Malarkey (The Queen of Hearts, Door time 7pm, Show time 8.15pm)
XS Malarkey has been awarded Best Comedy Club at the North-West Comedy Awards and Best Comedy Club (North) at the Chortle Awards, and this is reflected in its previous hosted appearances, including Jimmy Carr, Jimmy Cricket, and Alan Carr. Tonight’s guests include the hilariously funny Nige, Winner of Hull Comedian of the Year, Mick Sergeant, Chortle Best Newcomer 2010 Joe Lycett, and the witty Howard Whittock. You’d be a fool to miss this! MC'd by Toby Hadoke. Click here to buy tickets.
Mike Sheer & Kirsty Mac In Dog Bite – Comedy With Rabies (Simple Bar, 8.30pm)
This hilarious pair have come fresh off the international circuit. Toronto’s bright star, Mike Sheer, combines some colourful stories, strange truths, and on-the-money punchlines to create a light and dark comic experiences. Melbourne’s Kirsty Mac tackles the absurdities of being a woman today with an honest approach and is certainly on her way to cracking through the walls of the ‘boy’s club’. Click here to buy tickets.
Colin Manford Makes A Porno (Apotheca, 8.30pm)
Debutant Manford’s first gig at MCF sold out rapidly and as such he will perform again at Apotheca tonight! Manford asks the question, ‘What goes into making a good adult movie?’ Join him as he takes you through the ins and outs of making a porno, and with the use of multimedia, he will take you behind the scenes and up close and personal on the journey to making his first film. Click here to buy tickets.
The Lass O’Gowrie Comedy Pub Quiz (Lass O’Gowrie, 8.30pm)
Fancy testing out your general knowledge? Fancy having a laugh? Do both tonight at the Lass with the Comedy Pub Quiz. Hosted by the hilarious 1 Like Fish and with a host of celebrity guests, tonight is bound to be a winner! Click here to buy tickets.
Rob Rouse – The Great Escape (MCF @ The Engine House, Door time 9.15pm, Show time 9.30pm)
Rob Rouse is performing in Manchester tonight fresh from a national tour and a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe. This five-star comedian and star of 8 Out of 10 Cats provides the audience with a brilliant and uplifting show that is sure to cause sidesplitting laughter! Click here to buy tickets.
Nathan Caton: Rambling in the Hood (Apotheca, 9.45pm)
This critically acclaimed comic was a finalist in the Amused Moose Comedy Search, winner of Chortle Student Comedian of the Year, he’s had his own slot on Paramount Comedy and is currently working on his first show BBC Radio 4 - all making him one of the most up-and-coming stars. Click here to buy tickets.
Nik Coppin (Simple Bar, 9.45pm)
This London-based comedian makes his debut at the MCF after years on the international circuit. His confident, affable, and energetic style of comedy will have you charmed from the word ‘go’. Click here to buy tickets.
Laughter Yoga (The Comedy Store, 4pm-6pm)
We wouldn’t want to spend our afternoons doing yoga. Laughter yoga on the other hand… This playful participatory session is aimed at anyone who want to enhance wellbeing in the workplace. It is based on the idea that laughing is good for us, and rather than being based on jokes, it incorporates a willingness to laugh into gentle exercise, along with some yogic breathing. Trust us when we say that with a sense of playfulness, this will soon lead to real laughter! 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 Tuesday evening than with some top-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, but we're very proud to have him involved once again.
Richard Herring: Christ On A Bike – The Second Coming (Frog and Bucket, Door time 7pm, Show time 8pm)
Award winning comic, Richard Herring, is in Manchester following sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe. He’s had a handful of TV and Radio appearances on shows such as Never Mind the Buzzcocks, The Culture Show, and Imagine, as well as Matt Lucas and Charlie Brooker’s new Radio 4 shows. Get down to the Frog and Bucket to find out if Herring really is the second coming of Christ… Click here to buy tickets.
Russell Kane: Smokescreens & Castles (The Comedy Store, 8pm)
Multi-award winning comic, Russell Kane is in Manchester with some inspiring and brilliant stand up. This co-host of ITV2’s I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here NOW! explores self, family, and the consequences of his Dad buying his own council house. Don’t miss this! ‘One of the finest young performers around’ TimeOut. Click here to buy tickets.
XS Malarkey (The Queen of Hearts, Door time 7pm, Show time 8.15pm)
XS Malarkey has been awarded Best Comedy Club at the North-West Comedy Awards and Best Comedy Club (North) at the Chortle Awards, and this is reflected in its previous hosted appearances, including Jimmy Carr, Jimmy Cricket, and Alan Carr. Tonight’s guests include the hilariously funny Nige, Winner of Hull Comedian of the Year, Mick Sergeant, Chortle Best Newcomer 2010 Joe Lycett, and the witty Howard Whittock. You’d be a fool to miss this! MC'd by Toby Hadoke. Click here to buy tickets.
Mike Sheer & Kirsty Mac In Dog Bite – Comedy With Rabies (Simple Bar, 8.30pm)
This hilarious pair have come fresh off the international circuit. Toronto’s bright star, Mike Sheer, combines some colourful stories, strange truths, and on-the-money punchlines to create a light and dark comic experiences. Melbourne’s Kirsty Mac tackles the absurdities of being a woman today with an honest approach and is certainly on her way to cracking through the walls of the ‘boy’s club’. Click here to buy tickets.
Colin Manford Makes A Porno (Apotheca, 8.30pm)
Debutant Manford’s first gig at MCF sold out rapidly and as such he will perform again at Apotheca tonight! Manford asks the question, ‘What goes into making a good adult movie?’ Join him as he takes you through the ins and outs of making a porno, and with the use of multimedia, he will take you behind the scenes and up close and personal on the journey to making his first film. Click here to buy tickets.
The Lass O’Gowrie Comedy Pub Quiz (Lass O’Gowrie, 8.30pm)
Fancy testing out your general knowledge? Fancy having a laugh? Do both tonight at the Lass with the Comedy Pub Quiz. Hosted by the hilarious 1 Like Fish and with a host of celebrity guests, tonight is bound to be a winner! Click here to buy tickets.
Rob Rouse – The Great Escape (MCF @ The Engine House, Door time 9.15pm, Show time 9.30pm)
Rob Rouse is performing in Manchester tonight fresh from a national tour and a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe. This five-star comedian and star of 8 Out of 10 Cats provides the audience with a brilliant and uplifting show that is sure to cause sidesplitting laughter! Click here to buy tickets.
Nathan Caton: Rambling in the Hood (Apotheca, 9.45pm)
This critically acclaimed comic was a finalist in the Amused Moose Comedy Search, winner of Chortle Student Comedian of the Year, he’s had his own slot on Paramount Comedy and is currently working on his first show BBC Radio 4 - all making him one of the most up-and-coming stars. Click here to buy tickets.
Nik Coppin (Simple Bar, 9.45pm)
This London-based comedian makes his debut at the MCF after years on the international circuit. His confident, affable, and energetic style of comedy will have you charmed from the word ‘go’. Click here to buy tickets.
Labels: comedy manchester, extra dates manchester comedy festival, frankie boyle manchester, manchester comedy festival daily round up, mcf 2010, multitude media, russell kane
EXTRA DATES FOR MANFORD,BASNETT & JOHNSON
Extra dates have been added for Colin Manford and the double-header from Tony Basnett and Kahn Johnson at Manchester Comedy Festival 2010.
Debutant Manford's first gig at MCF sold out rapidly and as such he will perform again at Apotheca on Tuesday 26th October - tickets costing £3 can be booked here.
Similarly, Tony Basnett: Simon Says "Grow Up" & Kahn Johnson: Cakes and Violence can be seen again on Sunday 31st October at Apotheca after the success of their first show - tickets costing £2 can be booked here.
Debutant Manford's first gig at MCF sold out rapidly and as such he will perform again at Apotheca on Tuesday 26th October - tickets costing £3 can be booked here.
Similarly, Tony Basnett: Simon Says "Grow Up" & Kahn Johnson: Cakes and Violence can be seen again on Sunday 31st October at Apotheca after the success of their first show - tickets costing £2 can be booked here.
Labels: colin manford, extra dates manchester comedy festival, extra dates mcf, kahn johnson, mcf 2010, multitude media, tony basnett
FIVE QUESTIONS WITH...MATT TILLER
Matt Tiller's Awkward Situation was a critical success at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and the musical comedian brings his tales of cringe-worthy moments to the Manchester Comedy Festival 2010 for free! Here, he encounters our five questions...
What is your show about?
Awkward situations are an everyday occurrence for me. The show tackles these and the everyday awkward situations we all come across. It’s called Matt Tiller’s Awkward Situation, which says it all, apart from the fact that it’s set to my acoustic indie punk folk style of music. At least that’s what I think that’s what it is - I’ve got a guitar and a ukulele anyhow and play them a lot in the show. And I wear a red velvet jacket.
It had some lovely reviews in Edinburgh (Hilarious… has many in the audience crying with laughter’ **** Hairline, ‘‘Instantly likeable… engaging personality and fun musical style.’ British Comedy Guide). So I can guarantee that it is not an absolute stinker and who could ask for more than that for an entry fee of zero pounds.
What has been the highlight of your comedy career thus far?
Hmm. A few gigs stand out in the short time I’ve been performing. I had a great crowd at the Kendal Calling festival. When I got up there were just a few people, but quickly a huge crowd gathered – very satisfying. Outside of stand up I produce television comedy and the highlight has to be getting my first series commissioned – the BBC Three sitcom Lunch Monkeys, which has been recommissioned. I’m still working towards that level of highlight in my live career, but I enjoy almost every show I do.
Finish this sentence: "If you like an awkward man with glasses and a guitar, then you'll like my show"
What will you do in the hour before your show?
Intense yogic breathing exercises, a wheatgrass enema, pump iron. Awkward encounter with Lass O’Gowrie bar staff while ordering pre-show pint of ale (entirely my fault). Switch on guitar amp.
Name 3 other comics you would recommend seeing.
There are a huge number of excellent shows this year, so it’s tricky, but here goes:
Andrew O’Neill – saw this in Edinburgh and it is a very good stand up show
Slaughterhouse Downsized featuring Gary Morris – a brilliantly offbeat character comedian with incredible energy
Richard Herring – I’ve seen many of Richard’s shows, but hadn’t seen Christ on a Bike, which he resurrected this year. It’s brilliant
I’d also suggest checking out lesser know names too many of whom, like me, are putting there shows on for free or with very affordable ticket prices – (Mick Sergeant, Danny Pensive, George Cottier, Graham Goring & Chris Stokes, Joe Lycett & Andrew Ryan to name but a few excellent examples)
Matt Tiller's Awkward Situation is on at Lass O'Gowrie on 22nd October - it's a free show but the crucial details are here.
What is your show about?
Awkward situations are an everyday occurrence for me. The show tackles these and the everyday awkward situations we all come across. It’s called Matt Tiller’s Awkward Situation, which says it all, apart from the fact that it’s set to my acoustic indie punk folk style of music. At least that’s what I think that’s what it is - I’ve got a guitar and a ukulele anyhow and play them a lot in the show. And I wear a red velvet jacket.
It had some lovely reviews in Edinburgh (Hilarious… has many in the audience crying with laughter’ **** Hairline, ‘‘Instantly likeable… engaging personality and fun musical style.’ British Comedy Guide). So I can guarantee that it is not an absolute stinker and who could ask for more than that for an entry fee of zero pounds.
What has been the highlight of your comedy career thus far?
Hmm. A few gigs stand out in the short time I’ve been performing. I had a great crowd at the Kendal Calling festival. When I got up there were just a few people, but quickly a huge crowd gathered – very satisfying. Outside of stand up I produce television comedy and the highlight has to be getting my first series commissioned – the BBC Three sitcom Lunch Monkeys, which has been recommissioned. I’m still working towards that level of highlight in my live career, but I enjoy almost every show I do.
Finish this sentence: "If you like an awkward man with glasses and a guitar, then you'll like my show"
What will you do in the hour before your show?
Intense yogic breathing exercises, a wheatgrass enema, pump iron. Awkward encounter with Lass O’Gowrie bar staff while ordering pre-show pint of ale (entirely my fault). Switch on guitar amp.
Name 3 other comics you would recommend seeing.
There are a huge number of excellent shows this year, so it’s tricky, but here goes:
Andrew O’Neill – saw this in Edinburgh and it is a very good stand up show
Slaughterhouse Downsized featuring Gary Morris – a brilliantly offbeat character comedian with incredible energy
Richard Herring – I’ve seen many of Richard’s shows, but hadn’t seen Christ on a Bike, which he resurrected this year. It’s brilliant
I’d also suggest checking out lesser know names too many of whom, like me, are putting there shows on for free or with very affordable ticket prices – (Mick Sergeant, Danny Pensive, George Cottier, Graham Goring & Chris Stokes, Joe Lycett & Andrew Ryan to name but a few excellent examples)
Matt Tiller's Awkward Situation is on at Lass O'Gowrie on 22nd October - it's a free show but the crucial details are here.
Labels: manchester comedy festival, matt tiller, matt tiller's awkward situation, mcf, mcf 2010, multitude media
