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LAUGH THERAPY Creatures Comedy Club

LAUGH THERAPY Creatures Comedy Club

13 May 2026 - 22 Jul 2026

Ready for a dose of comedy to cure what ails you? Join us for a night where comedians become your "therapists," offering hilarious insights and advice to brave audience members who share their personal problems. Whether you're in the hot seat or just there to enjoy the show, laughter will be your best medicine!
Friday Night Showcase Creatures Comedy Club
Welcome to Friday Night Showcase, a highlight of Manchester's premier comedy club! Every Friday, our stage comes alive with top-tier humour, featuring a mix of rising stars and international headliners. Our bar is open and we offer fresh popcorn for you to enjoy as you soak in the vibrant atmosphere. With first come, first served seating, arrive early to get the best spot. As the only seven-night-a-week club in Manchester, we pride ourselves on our diverse lineup, but our Friday shows are a standout. Join us for a night of laughter and unforgettable fun!
Emily Catalano Quiet Is The New Loud Tour
Emily Catalano is a Los Angeles-based comedian who made her late night stand-up debut on CONAN and has gained recognition through viral clips on social media. Known for her slow pace and dry humor, Emilys talent for crafting jokes out of everyday situations has received attention from Time Out LA, who named her a Comic to Watch. Vulture praised Emilys punchlines, saying, They hit especially hard because they surprise you twice.
Thursday night Comedy Creatures Comedy Club
Welcome to our Thursday Night Showcase at Manchester's premier comedy club! Every Thursday, our stage is packed with brilliant stand-up, featuring a handpicked mix of rising stars, circuit favourites, and exciting new acts performing their best material. It's the perfect way to kick off your weekend early with a full-strength comedy lineup.
Wyatt Feegrado and Luke Abranches: Sibling Rivalry Tour
Social Media Sensation Wyatt Feegrado started comedy at 16 years old in his home of San Francisco, California before moving to the Big Apple. Know for his one liners and dark comedy, Wyatt tours nationally and internationally. After moving to New York, Wyatt starred as Vinnie Corrales in the TV show Bettor Days on HULU, played the lead antagonist Jones Valencia in the A&E series Chicano Squad, and depicted Jesus on the History Channel. Wyatt is also the hosts the Gen Zenophobic Podcast with his brother Luke Abranches.
Friday Comedy Kick-Off Creatures Comedy Club
Friday Comedy Kick-Off is the perfect way to start your weekend at Creatures Comedy Club, one of the homes of Manchester Comedy. This fast, fun Stand Up Comedy show runs for one hour and features a rotating line-up of up-and-coming stand up comedians who gig regularly on the Manchester Comedy circuit. Each week brings a completely different bill, with big comedians sometimes dropping in, Manchester mainstays, and small Frogs from big ponds so whether youre a regular or its your first visit to this Manchester Comedy Club, youll always see something new. This is a pay-what-you-think show. Your Comedy Night Tickets get you in, and at the end of the show youre invited to contribute whatever you feel the comedy was worth by putting cash in the bucket. Simple, fair, and it keeps the show accessible while supporting the performers. If youre looking for great Stand Up Comedy in Manchester, a lively crowd, and a brilliant way to kick off your weekend, Friday Comedy Kick-Off at Creatures Comedy Club is for you.
Secret Taskmaster Star: WIP Creatures Comedy Festival
Straight off the back of the latest season of Taskmaster, our secret comic is working up a new tour show. Some jokes might work, some might not. It will be obvious which ones are which, to you and to her, but that's part of the fun. Right? RIGHT? You might've seen her in 2024 at her SOLD OUT Creatures Comedy Festival show but if you missed out on tickets, now's your chance. Trust us when we say, you DON'T want to miss this.
Catherine Bohart: Work in Progress Creatures Comedy Festival
This show is a 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, shes certainly thinking about beginning a new show. Certainly shes 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. Content Warnings: Swearing.
Dan Tiernan: Quartz and All - (WIP) Creatures Comedy Festival
Dan returns to the Creatures Comedy Festival and this time hes got magic rocks in his pocket. From QI, Live At The Apollo & The Last Leg. A double-Edinburgh award nominee with countless five-star reviews. One of the most compelling voices in stand up to have emerged in years Daily Mail Content Warnings: Swearing and audience interaction.
Sashi Perera Pear Tree Creatures Comedy Club
Sashi is a Sri Lankan Australian comedian, writer and recovering lawyer. After working with refugee organisations around the globe, she moved to Melbourne to do her masters and fell arse backwards into comedy. Shes now one of Australias fastest rising comedians, known for her sharp wit, unique international tales and bizarre insights. In 2023, she was nominated for Best Newcomer at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Since then, shes sold out shows in six countries, opened for Hannah Gadsby and made a slew of television appearances including Channel 10s Have You Been Paying Attention and ABCs Guy Montgomerys Guy Mont Spelling Bee. Her memoir Standstill was published by Penguin Random House in August 2025.
Kyle Lucey Get My Good Side Creatures Comedy Club
Get my Good Side is a stand up comedy show about overcoming the horrible hand life can deal you. Kyle Lucey grew up around violence, hatred and fear. Stand-up comedy let him cash in every humiliating moment and turn it into art. Pain into punchlines. Forcing him to confront his conditioning and rewire his mind. This show is for anyone who is haunted by their past or enjoys watching a car crash - and laughing a little too hard. Living somewhere between darkness and hope, Kyle Lucey says the quiet parts out loud and pushes them as far as theyll go, finding the funniest and most ridiculous angle possible. Get My Good Side will make you laugh at things you swore you never would and enjoy it more than youre comfortable admitting. "Kyle Lucey is a powerhouse stand-up comedian whose deeply personal style draws from a life of chaos, resilience, and relentless self-reflection. Known for his fearless honesty and razor-sharp writing, Kyles comedy cuts straight to the core-turning pain into punchlines." - Toronto Guardian "Kyle Lucey is a successful comedian... brave, sincere, candid and hopeful on many levels." - Bookmarks and Stages Stand-Up comedy veteran Sirius XM Canada "Keeping comedy alive" - CTV News "Fantastic" - The Wee Review
Easy Comedy Creatures Comedy Club

Easy Comedy Creatures Comedy Club

12 May 2026 - 21 Jul 2026

Hiya! Can you remember your last really exciting Tuesday? Of course not, it's a nothing day where nothing happens. Until now. Let's turn the tables on terrible Tuesdays! Easy Comedy is a freewheeling, goofy showdown of top headliners and newer acts all set on bringing the hilarity. All on the backdrop of Creatures Comedy Club's brand new venue with the hottest happy hour deals in town! Come along! Tell a friend. Make yourself at home. Easy Comedy is hosted by Alfie Carter (@alfiecartergold) and Michael Mannion (@michaelmannioncomedian)
Comedy Striptease Creatures Comedy Festival
The best, most daring stand-up comedians from the festival showcase their skills but if they can't make you laugh... then they must strip! Come along for an hour of high-caliber comedy mixed up with loose, wild and sexy late-night antics hosted by Kyle Legacy!
Milo Edwards: Work-in-Progress Creatures Comedy Festival
Milo Edwards is a professional comedian with two dead parents. What remains of them are two boxes filled with ashes and a third, larger box filled with hundreds of letters they exchanged during the 1980s. Milo decided it would be a good idea to read all of these letters and write a show about the 1980s and life and love and death and what remains of a human life and what happens if that happens to be really, really horny. Content Warnings: Swearing.
Horatio Gould: Work in Progress Creatures Comedy Festival
Join acclaimed comedian and hit podcaster Horatio Gould as he cooks up a brand-new hour of standup. Horatio Gould is unequivocally excellent The Skinny Horatio is the funniest, freshest act out there Frankie Boyle Mervyn Stutters Pick of the Fringe EdFestMag.com Content Warnings: Audience Interaction and Swearing.
Micky Overman: WIP Creatures Comedy Festival
A brand-new work-in-progress show from Dutch stand-up and sketch comedian Micky Overman. With 50M+ views online, she burst onto the UK scene in 2016 as a Funny Women and Leicester Square finalist, later receiving a Chortle Best Newcomer nomination. Her acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe shows include Role Model, Small Deaths, The Precipice, and Hold On, which toured to sold-out shows across the UK and Europe, including Amsterdams Royal Theatre Carré. Shes also written and performed for ITV2, Channel 4, BBC Three, and co-hosts the podcast Thank F For That. Content Warnings: Swearing.
Rosie Holt: Preview Creatures Comedy Festival
Rosie Holt and her MP alter ego are back but this time fighting their biggest foe yet. Labour are trying to continue the Tories work of stopping the boats, while also still appearing left wing," but they have an even bigger problem when unwanted UFOS threaten to invade the UK. Will the Labour government stand strong and protect the British people? Or will it insist they are just waiting for the facts as Aliens start to abduct and eat the British public? Can Holts comedy career survive the advent of a Labour government? On this evidence, youd fancy her chances. - The Guardian. The Thick of It levels of writing and performance applied to a very current flavour of political bullshit - The Times Tightly crafted and brutal political satire with Orwellian flourishes - The Evening Standard. Content Warnings: Swearing.
Hump Night Comedy Creatures Comedy Club
Hump Night Comedy is your midweek comedy fix a fast, fun stand-up show designed to shake off the workday, reset your brain, and get you laughing again. Every Wednesday, a lineup of brilliant comedians bring sharp jokes, fresh material, and big energy to help you power through the week. No gimmicks, no pressure just great comedy, good vibes, and the perfect excuse to do something fun on a Wednesday night. Because if youre going to be stuck in the middle of the week, you might as well be laughing through it. Reserve your seat for a pound - Pay what you think the night is worth at the end.
All Made Up Podcast LIVE! Creatures Comedy Club
Join hosts Harry Stachini, Ben Hart and Lewis Coleman as a special guest comedian takes the reins as lead writer, crafting a story like youve never heard before. No scripts, no safety nets just pure, off-the-cuff hilarity. With past guests like Netflixs Daniel Sloss, Jason Byrne, Emmanuel Sonubi and Sooz Kempner, this is where stand-up meets storytelling in the most unpredictable way. If you love quick-thinking comedy and laugh-out-loud chaos, dont miss it! Each show starts with nothing but audience suggestions and spirals into fast-paced scenes, characters, callbacks, and glorious nonsense. The trio have performed all over the UK and built a dedicated following for their quick wit, playful chaos, and ability to turn even the smallest suggestion into something unforgettable.
Harry Stachini & Clementine Bogg-Hargroves
Harry Stachini is a writer, stand-up comedian and podcaster based in Manchester. A regular at some of the UKs top comedy clubs and festivals, including The Comedy Store. Internationally, Harry has headlined at The Laughter Factory in Dubai and The Comedy Lounge in Perth, Australia, as well as touring the Adelaide, Melbourne, and Brisbane Comedy Festivals as part of Mary Tobin Presents Best of The Edinburgh Festival 2025. Harry's stand-up solo shows have enjoyed success at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with his debut Fringe show, Tigers Dont Cry, in 2019, followed by his second solo show, Grenade, which achieved a completely sold-out run at the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, earning a Best Show nomination and glowing 4- and 5-star reviews. Critics praised it as modern observational storytelling at its best (On The Mic) and comically tight with relentless pace and quick delivery (Ed Fest Mag). Furthermore, his latest 2025 Fringe show, Lobster, achieved a sellout run and received a 4½-star review, described as British comedy at its best (One4Review). Clementine Bogg-Hargroves is (not so) fresh off her 2025 Edinburgh Fringe run and gearing up for new work at EdFringe 2026. She unleashes Shaun Guff - "Yorkshire-based robustness and sunny charm" ★★★★ (The Scotsman) - in a dangerously stupid seminar brimming with joyful audience interaction. A Times Critics' Choice (2021), she's praised for "Winning humour and infectious irreverence" ★★★★ (The Stage), "Infectious wit" ★★★★ (The List) and is a prime example that - "Nothing is perfect" ★★★★★ (Broadway Baby).
Sandro Ford: Lager Than Life

Sandro Ford: Lager Than Life

22 Sept 2026 - 27 Oct 2026

Stand-up comedian Sandro Ford is heading out on his first ever UK and Ireland tour, and its a big one. Titled Lager Than Life, this debut run brings Sandros unmistakable voice, sharp observations, and pub-bred storytelling to stages across the country. Co-Host of the smash hit Problematic Pub Podcast and as seen on Have A Word, Dead Men Talking, and Hot Water Green Room, Sandro has quickly made a name for himself as a comic who tells it how it is. His comedy is rooted in real life growing up, getting older, bad decisions, worse hangovers, and the sort of characters you only ever meet in or around a pub. Honest, self-aware, and unapologetically funny, his material feels lived-in and instantly relatable. Lager Than Life is a celebration of nights that spiral, mates who never change, and the quiet chaos of everyday British life. Sandros relaxed delivery and natural crowd connection allow his punchlines to land effortlessly, turning familiar situations into moments of pure comedy. One minute hes dissecting modern masculinity, the next hes deep into a story that probably shouldve stayed off record but youre glad it didnt. This tour marks the next step for a comic firmly on the rise, bringing his most personal and hard-hitting material yet to live audiences. Whether youve followed his podcast appearances or are discovering him for the first time, expect big laughs, brutal honesty, and stories that hit close to home. So get a drink in, find your seat, and brace yourself. With Sandro Ford, its always Down the Hatch. Lovelyyy
Chantel Nash & Jen Nolan: Split Hour Creatures Comedy Festival
Join two rapidly rising stars of comedy for a shared work in progress show! Chantel Nash started performing stand-up comedy half way through 2022 and her effortless charm is winning over audiences one postcode at a time. She has won regional heats and reached the finals of both the So You Think Youre Funny and BBC New Act competitions last year. Chantel has featured on Comedy Central Live and Mo Gilligans Spotlight on Audible, as well as her own podcast Making Friends with Chantel Nash where she is on the hunt for the creme de la creme of friends. She's thinking big, she's thinking aspirational, she's mostly thinking Michelle Obama but she'll take whoever she can get. Jen Nolan is an up and coming working class comic hailing from east London. Jen, confident and energetic with big laughs (Broadway World), will be bringing you tales from her life growing up on the breadline with that cheeky cockney attitude. She was part of Edinburgh Fringes Best In Class run in 2023, and has since reached the semi finals of Leicester Square Theatre New Comedian of the year, and LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the year. Now, fresh from being hand-picked to perform in the highly acclaimed Pleasance Comedy Reserve show at Edinburgh Fringe 2025, Jen is working on her first solo show Content Warnings: Swearing.
Chris Grace: 88% Creatures Comedy Festival
Chris Grace (Superstore, Dropout) brings a new hour of stand-up comedy for a UK world premiere tour. Whether it's politics, religion, AI, or The Traitors... can you get along with someone if you only mostly agree with them?
Kieran Lawless' Complete History of Ireland Creatures Comedy
Kieran Lawless is an award-winning Irish comedian with a Masters Degree in History a qualification he is now shamelessly trying to justify. In this show, Kieran dives headfirst into the wonderfully chaotic, wildly improbable, and occasionally absurd story of Irish history. From baffling invasions to heroic disasters, he asks the important academic questions, such as: Is Irish history a story of heroic struggle, or a masterclass in chaotic decision-making? and How can a country be simultaneously oppressed, rebellious, and wildly optimistic? Kieran has performed extensively in comedy clubs across Ireland and the UK, supported Patrick Kielty at Dublins Olympia Theatre, and has made multiple appearances on Irish television as a stand-up comedian. Reviews Kieran Lawless exudes effortless wit and lovable charm in equal measure, winning over audiences to genuinely make them feel like part of the show. Dublinks Rip-roaringly funny, and a dark horse for the festival season. Le Cool
Comedian of the Year Heat Creatures Comedy Club
The Creatures Comedian of the Year competition begins with 12 weeks of heats, showcasing rising stand-up talent from across the circuit. Each heat features a line-up of comedians performing their best material in front of a live audience and judges, all hoping to secure a place in the semi-finals. Expect a night packed with fresh voices, big laughs and the excitement of competition as the next wave of comedians battle it out on the Creatures stage. Come along and discover new acts early and help cheer them on as they take their shot at Creatures Comedian of the Year.
Comedian of the Year Semi-Final Heat Creatures Comedy Club
The Creatures Comedian of the Year Semi-Finals bring together the standout comedians from the heats for the next stage of the competition. Only the strongest acts have made it this far, and now they return to the Creatures stage to compete for a place in the grand final during the Creatures Comedy Festival. Expect a packed night of sharp stand-up, big moments, and comedians raising their game as the competition tightens. The stakes are higher, the laughs are bigger, and only a handful of acts will make it through.
Kristin Key: 2026 Ca-Caw Tour Creatures Comedy Club
Kristin Key is an internationally headlining, queer, musical comedian with sold-out shows worldwide. Her hilarious viral videos -- including the iconic Lesbian National Anthem -- have garnered over 100 million views from more than one million dedicated followers across social media. Using comedy to uplift her community and create safe spaces for comedy fans from all walks of life, Kristin also supports local nonprofits with every tour date. She is honored to be the North County LGBTQ Resource Centers Award of Merit Recipient as well as a Curve Power List Recipient in recognition of her impact. More than a fandom, this is a movement! Kristin's got 6 full-length comedy albums and 1 DryBar comedy special, and has also appeared on NBC'S Bring the Funny & Last Comic Standing, VH-1, SiriusXM, and more. Her debut feature-length comedy special -- Lesbian Army -- is available to stream on Apple TV, Amazon, and more. Join Kristin for her latest headlining tour, Ca-Caw, on sale now! Learn more at kristinkey.com
Rob Auton: JUPITER Creatures Comedy Festival
Multiple award winning writer and performer Rob Auton has written 12 critically acclaimed comedy/theatre/spoken word shows. This is his 13th. His podcast The Rob Auton Daily Podcast won the gold award at the British Podcast awards 2020 and 2024.
Comedian of the Year Final Creatures Comedy Club
After weeks of heats and semi-finals, the best comedians in the competition go head-to-head in the Creatures Comedian of the Year Grand Final. These finalists have impressed judges and audiences alike to make it this far, and now theyll perform one last time to compete for the title. Expect a huge night of stand-up as the finalists bring their strongest material to the stage in front of a live audience and judges. Join us for the final chapter of the competition and see who will be crowned Creatures Comedian of the Year.
Off The Page Creatures Comedy Club

Off The Page Creatures Comedy Club

18 May 2026 - 13 Jul 2026

Off the Page is a new-material comedy show where comedians from across the UK bring jokes that are brand new, freshly written, and still warm from the notebook. This isnt a polished showcase or a greatest-hits night. Off the Page is about ideas in motion new jokes, fresh takes, and bits that havent fully found their final form yet. Comics use the show to experiment, rewrite, and see what happens when a joke leaves the page and meets a live audience for the first time. Youll hear comedy inspired by anything and everything: everyday observations, half-formed thoughts, personal stories, cultural moments, and ideas that might still be figuring out what they are. Some jokes land instantly. Some evolve on stage. Some surprise everyone in the room including the comedian. The focus is smart, playful, and curious comedy. Not shock for shocks sake. Not polished perfection. Just comedians thinking out loud, testing angles, and discovering what works in real time. For audiences, its a chance to see comedy being made jokes in their raw, early form that might one day become part of tours, specials, or viral clips. For comedians, its a space to take creative risks, sharpen instincts, and write without overthinking it. Every show is different, because every page is blank until the pen hits it. New jokes. Fresh takes. Monday nights. What could possibly go wrong?
Saturday Night Showcase Creatures Comedy Club
Welcome to Saturday Night Showcase! Our flagship show features four amazing comedians with one of our resident hosts, presenting a mix of up-and-coming talent and international headliners. Enjoy our cocktail bar and fresh popcorn in a vibrant atmosphere. With first come, first served seating, arrive early to get the best spot. As the only seven-night-a-week club in Manchester, we pride ourselves on offering 14+ shows weekly, but our Saturdays are truly special. Join us for an unforgettable night of laughter and fun with our intimate comedy experience!
Saturday Afternoon Showcase Creatures Comedy Club
Welcome to Saturday Afternoon Showcase! Featuring four amazing comedians with one of our resident hosts, presenting a mix of up-and-coming talent and international headliners. Enjoy our cocktail bar and fresh popcorn in a vibrant atmosphere. With first come, first served seating, arrive early to get the best spot. As the only seven-night-a-week club in Manchester, we pride ourselves on offering 15+ shows weekly. Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of laughter and fun with our intimate comedy experience!
Spin The Set Creatures Comedy Club

Spin The Set Creatures Comedy Club

12 May 2026 - 21 Jul 2026

Welcome to Spin the Set a fast, unpredictable night of stand up comedy in Manchester where anything can happen. Comedians take a spin on the fruit machine and are given a three-word prompt on the spot. No prep, no safety net just raw ideas, quick thinking, and big laughs as they build jokes, stories, or wild bits right in front of you. Every show is completely different, with a new line-up every week, featuring some of the most exciting acts on the Manchester comedy circuit alongside fresh faces trying something bold. Expect chaos, creativity, and moments that will never be repeated. In the heart of the Northern Quarter Live stand up comedy Manchester New prompts. New acts. New show every time. If you love live comedy that feels spontaneous, risky, and genuinely unique this is it.
Stage Invaders - The Interactive Karaoke Comedy Show Creatures
Do you ever go to a gig and think "Oh wow wouldn't it be sick if they brought someone on stage like Taylor Swift or Bruce Springsteen does except it's in a tiny little club with sticky floors?" Maybe you think "I wish it was me up there playing the triangle." If any of these things are true, or you just want to watch people lose their inhibitions and throw caution to the wind, this show is for you. The premise is unusual, but not that crazy. Our host, musical comedian Alex Camp, will get you warmed up and find out who has the urge to get on stage that night. Whoever gets picked has ONE MINUTE to plead their case to the audience; did your grandma pass away? Are you suffering from the mental health? Do you just think you are so talented you have to be seen? Tell us! If you convince the audience you get to choose your instrument. If not, you might get a chance anyway. It's karaoke. It's a jam band. It's stand up comedy. It's a talent show. There's fun to be had, prizes to be won, and at the end of the night you'll go home buzzing your nut off, whether you got on stage or not. It's just an hour so perfect for a pre-game or getting your appetite up before dinner. This is the WORLD PREMIERE of this brave experimental show so come along and support something that could end up really big down the line.
Eric Rushton: Innkeeper

Eric Rushton: Innkeeper

14 May 2026 - 26 Jul 2026

In 2004, Eric Rushton was cast in his primary school Nativity. Despite absolutely smashing it, he immediately retired from being a child actor. Now he’s found the correct antidepressants to give showbusiness another go.
Limahl Germain: Work In Progress Creatures Comedy Festival
Join a rapidly rising star of comedy as he tests new material. Limahl Germain is a hilarious British-Caribbean comedian hailing from East London. Known for his quick wit and ability to blend personal experience with insightful social commentary, hes earned a reputation as one of the most exciting young voices in British comedy. He seamlessly navigates topics like race, class, identity, and the often absurd nature of contemporary life. His razor-sharp observational skills and silky smooth delivery invite audiences to laugh while also challenging their assumptions and broadening their perspectives. Having already appeared on the BBC and Comedy Central, Limahl continues to captivate audiences with his candid, clever, and consistently hysterical performances. Content Warnings: Swearing.
Paul Foot: The Future [WIP] Creatures Comedy Festival
Hello and OMG. Everythings 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 dont have fun visions for the future like that anymore, do we?
Michael Shafar: "INAPPROPRIATE" STAND UP COMEDY TOUR Creatures
Leicester Comedy Festival Best Show Nominee Edinburgh Fringe Sold Out Season Edgy. Dark. Hilarious. Since Moving To The Uk From Australia, Michael Shafar Has Quickly Become One Of The Most Exciting New Acts On The Uk Comedy Circuit. He's Opened For Jim Jefferies And Sammy Obeid, And Has Amassed 200,000+ Followers And 150+ Million Views Online. In This Unfiltered And Unapologetic Hour, Michael Will Weigh Into The Topics That Most Comedians Are Smart Enough To Avoid. "Shafar Circumnavigates The Line Between Edgy And Offensive With Beautiful Finesse." ½ The Age "Shafar Has A Disarmingly Relaxed Approach And An Intelligent Sense Of Humour With A Wildly Inventive, Darkly Comic Imagination." The Edinburgh Reporter "Hes A Brand Of Comedian That Is Getting Rarer And Rarer To Come By These Days, And If Youre Among Those Who Fear Comedy Has Gotten Too Politically Correct, This Show Will Put Those Fears To Rest." Timeout
What the Heckle? Creatures Comedy Club
Come watch fresh, hungry talent from the Manchester comedy circuit looking to cut their teeth and make a name. What the Heckle offers audiences the chance to put comedians through their paces on a night like no other. Normally heckling is discouraged but not here. We want you to shout out. Come down and get involved!
So You Think You Want Funny Creatures Comedy Festival
Step into the hilarity of love with our comedy twist on the classic 90s show Blind Date! Hosted by Comedian Natalia Schwartz. Join us for an unforgettable night of laughter, awkward flirting, and spontaneous fun as comedians compete for a blind date with brave audience members! How it works: One round featuring female comedians vying for a male audience member, and a second with male comedians impressing a female audience member. Between rounds, we'll "send" our couples on a mini-date and hear all the juicy details in the second half of the show. Hilarious pre-prepared and improvised questions keep the laughs rolling. Content Warnings: Audience Interaction and Swearing.
Evan Desmarais: Work In Progress Creatures Comedy Festival
Evan Desmarais brings a brand new hour to the Creatures Comedy Festival. Originally from Canada, Evan is a sharp, energetic and highly engaging performer, known for his quick thinking, strong crowd work and confident stage presence. His style blends punchy material with instinctive in-the-moment interaction, making every show feel alive and unpredictable. He has performed at major international festivals including the Edinburgh Fringe, Adelaide Fringe and Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and was nominated for Best Comedy at Fringe World Perth. In Canada, he has appeared at Just For Laughs 42, Toronto Sketchfest and the Dark Comedy Festival. Now based in the UK, Evan is the resident host of Creatures Comedy Club, where he regularly performs to packed crowds and has become a key part of the clubs voice on stage. This is a chance to see a seasoned international comedian in full flow, bringing a fresh hour to one of Manchesters best comedy audiences. Content Warnings: Sexual content, Audience Interaction and Swearing.
Sam Serrano: Mars Creatures Comedy Club
'mars' is the debut tour from star of comedy central & dave, Sam Serrano. In 2020 Sam was the victim of a hate crime and in 2026 they're monetizing on it through the show. Talking about what it means to be unapologetically yourself, where bigotry stems from, and how experiencing hatred can make you a significantly stronger person at the end (there's also a lot of penis jokes, but i wanted to make myself sound like an artist) You can expect an hour of "killer lines" (chortle) from a "game changer of an act" (concept comedy) who has built a reputation on the circuit for being one of the most unique voices in recent years. Tour Support for Tom Stade, Brennan Reece, and Stephen Bailey
Alfie Brown THE ENTERTAINER Creatures Comedy Club
A show so entertaining you can scarcely believe it. Written and performed (both!) by a man in crisis, desperate to find meaning in life. As technology makes life easier, where do we find value? What is stand-up comedy for? Buy a ticket and find out, let me amuse you like youve never been amused before, I doubt youll ever need amusing again.
WAP: The Variety Show Creatures Comedy Club
The return of WAP back by popular demand and onto the stage where it belongs. Hosted by the incomparable Kat Ronson, this anything-goes variety night serves up a tantalising mix of comedy in all its wild and wonderful forms. Expect an unpredictable line-up of character acts, poetic ramblings, musical comedy genius and classic stand-up. Previous WAP shows have been packed with genuinely standout moments, and we cant wait to add many more. Past highlights include Creatures Comedian of the Year winner Charlie Ashton teaming up with the brilliant Alex Camp for an exclusive (and hilarious) duet, as well as comics stepping out of their comfort zones to try poetry for the first time. A particular highlight was Jack Woods 'Big Tesco' poem, which has firmly earned its iconic status. Were thrilled to be bringing The WAP back. Join us for big laughs, standout acts and new moments to add to WAP lore.
LITBM : Saves The World Sketch Comedy Creatures Comedy Club
This sketch show will feature music, a variety of characters and bizzare scenes in order to satisfy a higher force. So come along and watch us save the world with the power of laughter, after all it is the best medicine. LITBM is a sketch comedy group, which consist of four friends who love to create and entertain. Constantly experimenting with music, driven characters and improvised scenarios. Not one sketch show is the same.
Yvette Segan: Guy's Girl Creatures Comedy Festival
Yvette is coming directly from your phone to the United Kingdom to perform standup comedy! Shes going to talk about boys but dont worry, shes a girls girl. You may know Yvette Segan from The Internet, but she also performs standup comedy where she lives in New York City and also all over the world. She hosts a comedy interview podcast called Friend Crush The Podcast. Her sarcastic, dark sense of humour and witty social commentaries have amassed her a following of over 400k across platforms and honestly we think youll really like her. Yay! Content Warnings: Sexual References
Ben Silver Work in Progress Creatures Comedy Club
Hot Water Comedian of the Year and British Comedian of the Year finalist Ben Silver tries out various new jokes in a work-in-progress show that contains no real theme or direction but with the help of audience members like you could be given some structure and/or coherent thrust.
Comedy Debate Show Creatures Comedy Club
Comedy Debate is a fast, silly, argument-fuelled stand-up show where the audience sets the agenda. Before the show, you drop your debate topics into a bucket. During the night, theyre pulled out at random and two comedians go head-to-head, each arguing opposite sides of the debate. No prep, no scripts just quick wit, big opinions, and trying to be the funniest in the room. After each round, you decide the winner by applause. Simple. Brutal. Very funny. Expect ridiculous topics, chaotic arguments, and comedians doing everything they can to win the crowd over. This is a Pay What You Think show reserve your seat for a pound and put whatever you think it was worth in the bucket at the end. Come for the debates, stay for the nonsense.
Pride Comedy Showcase Creatures Comedy Club
Join us at Creatures Comedy Club for a special Pride Comedy Showcase a night of stand-up celebrating LGBTQ+ voices, queer joy and the best of Manchesters comedy scene. Expect a fun, welcoming and high-energy show packed with brilliant comedians, big laughs and a proper Pride atmosphere. Whether youre part of the LGBTQ+ community, an ally, or just looking for a great comedy night out, this showcase is all about celebrating identity, connection and laughter. Come for the comedy, stay for the chaos, and celebrate Pride with us at Creatures Comedy Club. Before You Arrive - Please Read Arrive on time - late entry may not be permitted Sell-out shows use guided seating - arrive with your full party to sit together Bar closes when the show starts and reopens during breaks. Drinks from the upstairs bar are not permitted in our venue No photography or videos during the show - feel free before and after No heckling or chatting during acts - please be respectful to performers and those around you Thanks for helping us create a great show for everyone!
Anthony Locascio - The Divine Comedy Creatures Comedy Club
With his heart in ruins, desperation (and destiny) pushed him into a Vipassana meditation retreat. The Divine Comedy is the story of ten gruelling days of silence, where Anthony journeyed to the depth of his mind and battled the hive of evil clowns behind his lifelong misery, and somehow returned with his soul intact.

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