Kicking off the 2025 Wells Comedy Festival, its the Friday Night Gala at Wells Little Theatre. Featuring a surprise line-up of acts, introduced by one of our favourite MCs. The weekend starts here. Please note: this is a two-half show with interval. A separate Friday Night Gala runs concurrently at Cedars Hall. If meeting others, please ensure youre booking for the same show as them! Age guidance: 18+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

Two hours. A surprise line-up of comedians. Its the Wells Comedy Festival Saturday Night Gala at the Wells Little Theatre. Please note: this is a two-half show with interval. A separate Saturday Night Gala runs concurrently at Cedars Hall. If meeting others, please ensure youre booking for the same show as them! Age guidance: 18+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

Life is gunna life and brains are gunna brain. Acclaimed stand up Kemah Bob brings their unmissable, critically acclaimed debut stand-up show to Wells after a sell-out Fringe run. (ISH) EDINBURGH COMEDY AWARDS 2024: BEST SHOW NOMINEE As seen on QI , Richard Osmans House of Games , Jonathan Ross Comedy Club , Comedy Central Live , Dont Hate The Playaz and Guessable . As heard on the Off Menu podcast, The Guilty Feminist, James Acasters Perfect Sounds, Springleaf and Brett Goldsteins Films To Be Buried With. Tour support for Hannah Gadsby, Nish Kumar and Desiree Burch. Host of the FOC IT UP Comedy Club and podcast. A rollicking debut from a comic who can now add fine fringe show to her many prior accomplishments Guardian Chest-achingly funny an exciting glimpse into the future of stand-up, with Kemah Bob at the helm Skinny Truly a rising star utterly charismatic a delight to witness on stage Fest Directed by Desiree Burch Age guidance: 14+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

EDINBURGH COMEDY AWARDS 2024: BEST SHOW WINNER Amy Gledhill Edinburgh Comedy Award 2024 Best Show winner, triple Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee, National Comedy Award nominee and 1/3 of cult double act The Delightful Sausage returns with a brand-new show about self-confidence, romance and bin bags. Amy is a multi-award-winning comedian, actor and writer, and is the only act ever to be nominated for the prestigious Edinburgh Comedy Award twice in the same year. Following her hugely successful debut show, The Girl Before The Girl You Marry, Amy Gledhill returns with another stand-up offering. (ISH) EDINBURGH COMEDY AWARDS 2024: BEST SHOW NOMINEE Remember Gledhills name, because its about to be everywhere Independent Magnificent ... a masterclass of comic storytelling Scotsman Jaw-droppingly good Times Telegraph Guardian Presented by Plosive Live in association with United Agents Age guidance: 16+. Includes strong language. The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

A brand new work-in-progress stand-up hour from professional little brother Rhys James. Possibly seen on QI (BBC), Apollo (BBC) and Mock (RIP), but more importantly these days, TikTok and Instagram. Rhyss Radio 4 series Rhysearch was nominated for a couple of awards and his live DVD Spilt Milk completely sold out in just 94 minutes. There was 1 copy. Age guidance: 14+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

The very early beginnings of a brand new show that miiiight be about fixing things from star of QI, Travelman and Live at the Apollo. Host and creator of two series of BBC R4s Sturdy Girls Club and podcasts Hoovering and The Guilty Feminist. Do NOT bring your broken items but broken hearts welcome, like always. Age guidance: 14+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

Join Chris Cantrill as he wrestles with the consequences of exile, middle-aged friendships, and the best way to admit you wear a cape sometimes. As seen on Almas Not Normal (BBC 2) and Dont Hug Me Im Scared (Channel 4). Co-creator of BBC Radio 4 series Icklewick FM . Thrice-nominated for Best Show at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards. Midlife distress call goes from one big laugh to another Guardian 'The wit and honesty of his show will resonate universally' .5 Chortle.co.uk Age guidance: 12+. Contains strong language. The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

Here he is. Yorkshires biggest bastard. For one night only. WINNER: Best Newcomer Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2024 Join owner and MC of The Misty Moon (working mens club in Rotherham/portal to hell) for a slap-up feast of laughs, tricks and mucky bitter. Can Frankie save showbiz? Can he protect his club from demonic ruin?? Can you touch his special trowel??? (NO WAY). Ghoulish absurdity at its classiest Standard One hell of a Host Guardian Age guidance: 16+. Contains strong language. The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee Mat Ewins comes to Wells with a laptop full of funny videos, some new ideas and maybe a couple of bespoke computer games for the audience to play. As seen on Channel 4s 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown . Guardian The Times 1/2 Chortle Age guidance: 16+. Contains strong language. The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

Chloe Petts returns with her follow-up hour. Everyone complimented her on how polite she was with big issues in the last show so now she's cashing in those points and plans on being really rude. Expect routines on Greta Thunberg, the footie and calling you all a bunch of virgins.

Join Rosie Jones, star of Taskmaster , as she road-tests new material ahead of her upcoming tour. As seen on Live at the Apollo , 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown , The Last Leg and Out of Order . Seldom can an hour in a pricks company have been more enjoyable Guardian Her jokes are beautifully crafted with no beat wasted and punchlines that take you by surprise iTalkTelly Age guidance: 14+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

Following his Biggest Award in Comedy nominated debut, the hugely entertaining ( Chortle ) Michael Akadiri brings his sophomore show, Trust Me, Im a Daddy , to Wells! Join the supremely talented ( Metro ) comedian and junior doctor as he navigates juggling medicine, comedy and now parenting! As seen on Comedy Central LIVE , ITVs Stand Up Sketch and Channel 4s Stand Up to Cancer . Age guidance: 16+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

Born and raised in Belfast to a Malaysian father and Irish mother, Peter is a comedian with hard hitting, punchy jokes and hilarious tales about his family, girlfriend, and growing up in Northern Ireland. As seen on Comedy Central Live , BBCs The Apprentice: Youre Fired , ITVs Sorry I Didnt Know , and BBC Northern Irelands Blame Game , Peter is also the winner of the London Comedy Store King Gong Competition. He also has his own podcast with fellow comedian and good friend Luke Craig, Luke and Pete Talking Sheet , which has featured in the top 50 comedy podcasts in the UK on Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Peter has been supporting Russell Kane, Seann Walsh, Kevin Bridges and Judi Love on tour around the country. Peters acting credits include Ted Lasso , Sky Movies Christmas feature The Heist Before Christmas starring Timothy Spall & James Nesbitt, and Alan Carrs sitcom Changing Ends . Age guidance: 14+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

After 10 years in comedy, Thanyia was set to do her long awaited, anticipated debut hour at the Edinburgh festival fringe. Everything was going to plan. Then August happened. A show about mental strength, the female body and how awesome the NHS is in Scotland! Comedy Breakthrough Award Winner - Vault Festival 2023 Best Show Nominee - Leicester Comedy Festival 2024 Age guidance: 18+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer Nominee and ISH Awards Best Newcomer Winner, Abby Wambaugh, brings her critically acclaimed debut show to Wells Comedy Festival. A masterpiece of construction Guardian After waking up in the hospital following a late miscarriage, Abby still high on anesthesia made an unexpected decision: to become a comedian. Now, in her uniquely goofy and heartfelt hour, Abby shares her 17 best ideas for her first show. From Old Man Learns Parkour to an absurdly long impression of the number nine, Abbys debut is packed with playful, surprising, and hilarious moments. A Funny Women finalist and co-host of the Help Hole podcast with Sofie Hagen, Abbys comedy is bold, original, and filled with unexpected twists. Dont miss Abbys rise to stardom in this unforgettable, deeply personal, and wildly funny performance. Utterly charming Telegraph Sheer genius I did not want this show to end Broadway World A joyous romp through the inner workings of a brilliant mind Theatre Weekly Bursts with creativity and unexpectedness Observer Age guidance: 16+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

Hot off the heels of her sold-out 2024 Fringe run, where she was nominated for NextUp's Biggest Award in Comedy and ranked as one of the best-reviewed shows at the festival, Shetland-born stand-up Marjolein is trying out new material for her next show. As seen/heard on BBC New Comedy Awards , Rosie Jones Comedy Extravaganza , Breaking The News and RHLSTP . Powerful, uncanny, and hilarious in equal measure. Marjolein Robertsons star isnt rising, it has risen 1/2 Quintessential Review Impish... upbeat, able to mine an everyday observation to almost absurdist lengths List Remember the name. This is a star in the making One4Review Age guidance: 14+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

Join PQA Wells, as they perform the smash hit Matilda The Musical Junior.

Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Show nominee and one of the greatest joke writers of his generation, Glenn Moore ( Live at the Apollo , Have I Got News For You , Cats Does Countdown , Mock the Week , Glenn Moores Almanac ) runs you through a few hundred new punchlines hes working on. This is classy, gag-driven comedy at its funniest Chortle Mail on Sunday Age guidance: 14+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

The smash-hit, critically-acclaimed debut solo show from an agricultural icon Katie Norris, likely to cause delight or distress to anyone who becomes involved with her, or her livestock.

Hal is back with a brand-new tour for 2025 with a show that promises to stick it to The Man, as long as The Man doesnt stick it back to him. With his trademark hard-hitting take no prisoners comedy (this is what Hal told me to write!!!) he will be hilariously pontificating on subjects like middle aged dating, social media, the insanity of modern politics and the fact that his daughters love him but dont respect him. He believes that, after youve seen the show, youll feel exactly the same way. His last tour was extended four times and hes one of a select number of comics to have done Live at the Apollo three times and the Royal Variety twice, TV also includes Have I Got News For You , The Apprentice Youre Fired , Bake Off Extra Slice and Would I Lie To You . Reminded me of how much I love stand up Times Go and see Hal Cruttenden, hes got something to say and hell make you laugh; a lot Daily Mirror Naturally funny challenging and provocative Daily Telegraph Age guidance: 14+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

Lucy Pearman is working out a new show and wobbling around as the moon. There will definitely be a song, a cow and in an ideal world, an audience. Interactive nonsense, optimism and lots of hats. NOMINEE: Best Variety & Cabaret show, Leicester Comedy Awards 2025 Spending an hour in Pearmans world is a true delight List Age guidance: 16+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

From Rob Newman comes a barnstorming new stand-up show about where we are and where were going. From future cities and philistine film directors to Dorothy Parkers Multiverse Diaries. Throw in Pythagorean gangsters, intellectual bingo callers and a crazy character called Arlo - and the result is a hilarious tour-de force utterly unlike anything else you will ever see anywhere ever! Age guidance: 14+ The ticket price includes a 1 restoration levy which goes directly towards the development of the festival Content advice [https://www.wellscomfest.com/content-advice]

Gearing up for his greatest tour yet later this year, join your all-time favourite comedian Nick Helm as he glides through an hour of new stuff and changes the very fabric of your being. He. Is. Your. New. God.