Triple Award winning show at the Midlands Comedy Awards The Canalhouse Comedy Night features a mixture of established acts trying new material and new acts. You never know what you're going to get but it's always a great laugh. Come see top acts practising their new material and support the up-and-coming acts as they start their careers, you never know who may become the next big star! Best Small Club at the 2018 Midlands Comedy Awards. Best Open Mic Night at the 2016 Midlands Comedy Awards. Best East Midlands Open Mic Night at the 2015 Midlands Comedy Awards.

He's supported fellow Geordie Chris Ramsay in the past and now Carl presents his own show about his (self-confessed) stubborn nature.

Somewhere in a parallel universe little Alfie’s natural comedic performance skills were recognised by his doting parents who encouraged and developed his blossoming talent. After several years as a stage school brat Alfie’s angelic face was launched on stage and screen and the rest is history. Meanwhile, in this universe Alfie Moore was told to stop messing about in class before being ‘encouraged’ into the grinding, grimy world of an apprenticeship in the Sheffield steelworks. When recession hit he traded steel for copper by joining Humberside Police. In his 40s the two universes collided when Alfie made a bid for showbiz success – but unfortunately 30 years of shift-work and being punched in the face quite a lot, had left him with ‘a face for radio’. A face not so much ‘lived in’ as inhabited by a settlement of squatters with little regard to property maintenance and repair. This is the true story of ‘Fair Cop’ Alfie’s big plan to transition from the BBC radio waves to TV star. Could it be done? Or had Father Time decided that his time had passed?

Recently described by the Evening Standard as "Live Comedy's best kept secret" Scott Bennett has been blazing a trail through the stand-up circuit for the best part of a decade. He's written for many high profile acts such as Chris Ramsey and Jason Manford, and recently recorded his debut on BBC Two's Live at the Apollo. In massive demand as a comedy writer and with regular appearances on BBC Radio 4's The News Quiz and The Now Show, Scott is an act on the verge of breaking through into the big time.

Like all women who literally just celebrated their 35th birthday five years ago, Hayley Ellis is obsessed with true crime. Sure, it's not the most feminist of passions - but since when do we ever do what's best for ourselves, however old we get Join Hayley as she navigates middle age - and as everyone agrees, the middle of anything is always the most delicious part (excluding Donuts, Avocados or plane seats), the joys of remaining (mostly) happily unmarried and the truly horrific journey of later-in-life contraception Something for everyone. As seen as tour support for Sarah Millican and Jason Manford "Sharp, clever, and very funny" - THE SUNDAY POST Ellis is a talent" - FEST MAG Winner Best Show - NW Comedy Awards 2023

Hailing from the Black Country, Jonny has become a beloved figure in the Midlands comedy scene, bringing a local flavour to his performances that is both relatable and hilarious. Jonny Cole's rise in the comedy world is marked by his ability to blend music and humour seamlessly.

Yorkshireman and stand up comedian Rob Mulholland is known for his intricately woven, gag-packed stories. After reaching the finals of the prestigious Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year competition, he went on to win English Comedian of the Year.

A brand new show from award-winning comedian, star of Live at the Apollo, and co-host of award-winning podcast Trusty Hogs - Helen is back and is struggling. She has spent the last year being forced to hang out with someone she doesn’t like and who honestly does not like her. It’s tense, it’s uncomfortable, they won’t leave.

Stevie Martin has built a significant following and acclaim for her prolific online output which includes a series of regular viral sketches with Lola-Rose Maxwell which have amassed over 20 million views (3 million of which on Tiktok) two hit podcasts (Nobody Panic with Tessa Coates and Might Delete Later with Gina Martin) which collectively receive over 100,000 downloads a month, and a regular long-form improvised comedy book club on Twitch. A writer published everywhere from Vice to the Guardian, Stevie’s first book, Nobody Panic, was published by Hodder Studios and adapts her hit podcast.

Edinburgh Comedy Award "Best Show" nominee Glenn Moore is one of the best joke writers of his generation and is back on tour.

You already know comedian Desiree Burch, but isn't it time to really find out? The breakout star of Netflix's Flinch, The Mash Report and Live At The Apollo (BBC).

Grace Petrie is a folk singer, songwriter and activist from Leicester, UK, she has been writing, recording and touring relentlessly ever since. Her unique takes on life, love and politics, and the warmth and wit with which they are delivered, have won over audiences everywhere, across the alternative, folk, political and comedy scenes She has racked up tour supports with Emmy the Great and Billy Bragg, and has also made her mark in the comedy scene supporting comedians Robin Ince and Josie Long. She’s appeared at Glastonbury four time at the invitation of Billy Bragg, as well as an eclectic genre-crossing mix of festivals Latitude, Musicport, Blissfields, Shrewsbury Folk Festival, Greenbelt and more including of course Cambridge Folk Festival. She has collaborated with some of the most respected names in folk, including Leon Rosselson, Roy Bailey and Peggy Seeger.

Cop-turned-comedian Alfie returns with a brand-new show ahead of recording his BBC Radio 4 comedy It's a Fair Cop. The audience are sworn in as cops before Alfie shares a real-life scenario from his own casebook. He playfully challenges them to say what they would've done with often unexpected and entertaining results. Policing decisions are easy in hindsight, aren't they? Now you can experience the thrills, spills and laughter of making high-risk calls in the moment. Fair Cop Live is challenging, thought-provoking and fun. That would be a crime to miss!

Stand-up about mental health (NOT mental illness). Celebrating good mental health by having a laugh. For people sick of all the sob stories and pity porn. As seen on BBC, ITV and Channel 5. As heard on BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 4. Warning this show doesn't mention ADHD - Arts Award Voice - Bunbury Magazine - Voice Mag - The List - Edinburgh Festival Magazine - Three Weeks - Broadway Baby - Broadway World - Wee Review - On The Mic - Entertainment Now - Ed Fringe Review - Fringe Explosion - Theatre & Art Reviews Thank goodness for Dave; he tells his invaluable story with humour and tongue in cheek charm...hilariously entertaining - Mail On Sunday 'quirky, moving & hilarious' - Indy 100 This is one comic you have to make the effort to see - The Scottish Herald

After an incredible sold-out debut run, the man who asked us “do you ski?” is leaving his home in the Tower of London (for good). Catch him as he departs on a second triumphant tour across our nation armed with even more outrageous takes, unbelievable tales, and biblical chat to leave you bowled over with laughter. Having amassed a loyal fan base of over a quarter of a million followers the multi-viral, social media sensation is delving even deeper into his ludicrous life as he tries to smarten up the not so honourable aspects of himself. Take a look at the pitfalls of online celebrity, the perils of post-palace living and find out that, in an age where everyone is so obsessed with the veneer of virtual contentment, maybe it takes crashing back down to reality to discover where happiness truly lies. As seen on Comedy Central and tour support for Milton Jones.

Multi-award winning comedian Mark Nelson embarks on his first ever nationwide tour. A hugely sought after headliner throughout the UK and abroad, Nelson brings a distinctive mix of cutting observations, social commentary and hilarious one liners.

Harriet has been a full time comic since 2013. Shes had numerous critically acclaimed shows, works for the majority of big clubs and festivals, regularly gigs overseas, and prides herself in being totally original an experience to behold, if you will! Harriets other tv credits include Jokes Only Neurodivergent People Can Tell on Channel 4 and Movie Megastars: Made In The 80s on Sky Max, as well as Elephant In The Room, The Fringe Comedy Showcase, The 13 Million Club, and The Good, The Bad & The Unexpected, all on BBC Radio. Harriet was a main writer for both seasons of Jon Richardsons Channel Hopping on Channel 4, and she wrote for and starred in Meet the Richardsons on Dave. In 2024, Harriet won The Channel 4 Sean Lock Comedy Award and she won the Neurodiverse Reviews Neurodivergent Representation Award at the 2022 Edinburgh Fringe.

Join multi award winning comedians Barry Dodds and Hayley Ellis, for a live recording of their hit podcast The Worriers

It's always HAPPY HOUR when youre in good company; and with the award-winning duo of Kevin Daniel (Leicester Silver Standup Winner 24) and Henry Michael (Southport Festival New Comedian 24) teaming up for an hour of their finest stand-up, you cant fail but go home smiling. Two great acts for £5, a whole night of memories, and still back home in time for bed. Beautiful. KEVIN DANIEL Scottish and well-aged like most good whiskies, Kevin Daniel is a regular performer at many of the UK's most prestigious comedy clubs. In 2023 he reached the semi-finals of British Comedian of the Year, and won the prestigious Silver Stand-up Competition in 2024. He has also supported Fiona Allen (2023), Nathan Caton (2022), and Jack Gleadow (2021) on their UK tours. Devastatingly funny - Juice Comedy Headline-quality hilarious - Buzz Comedy HENRY MICHAEL Fast becoming one of the UK's leading medical comedians who isnt published or even remotely famous, GP and Leicester Mercury Prize Nominee Henry Michael brings his unique brand of sharp and self-deprecating humour to a venue near you (if the venue's near you). Irreverent, insightful, and a welcome chance to actually see a GP for a change. As seen on NextUp, MTV and 999: Critical Condition. Winner - Southport New Comedian '24 Winner - Hotspots New Act '23 Nominee - Leicester Mercury Prize '24

Sony Award Winner, Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee, Chortle & Time Out Award winner and Star of Radio 4 and BBC 2.

Joe and his wife are having a baby. He's autistic so statistically it's quite likely the baby will be too. In this new show, critically acclaimed comedian Joe Wells explores fatherhood through the lense of neurodiversity. Plus, there's a really good joke about a parrot. As seen on: Rosie Jones Disability Comedy Extravaganza, BBC Two's Ouch Storytelling Live and Channel 4's Jokes Only a Neurodivergent Can Tell.

Following three sell-out shows, Chloe Petts (Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News for You) returns with a brand-new tour, and she’s delving where she’s never delved before: this is a show about sex. The problem is that she blushes every time she says that word. Expect routines about Page 3, lad culture, and most importantly, big, fat naturals.

Award winning and doubled divorcee comedian Jon Pearson brings his new hour long show to you. He is looking for happiness but at the expense of who or what else? Can he find it within himself? What other factors can stop him from achieving it, or can anyone actually ever be truly happy?

The noughties called...and it said you're invited to "the most fun night of comedy" (MCR Wire), hosted by "viscerally relatable" (Meteor) and chronically online comedian, Charlotte Cropper!

Jacob Nussey spills the secrets of Amazon life with his trademark sharp jokes and a deadpan delivery. Chortles one to watch 2023 and winner of Bury Met Comedian of the Year, he dives into the absurdities and chaos of warehouse life, exploring preconceptions, job interviews, stealing, and why things could always be worse.

With the help of Comedy Central UK we set up a fake OSCE exam at QMC with hidden cameras, patient actors and absolute chaos. This hour show will show all that unfolded along with award winning stand-up and musical comedy in the annual GEM Comedy show from Michael McKenzie in association with Nottingham University. All profits go to Bristol Children's Hospital.

A revolving lineup of disabled comedians and friends present an irreverent comedy show for your enjoyment. We're not brave, we're not inspiring, we're just here to make you laugh and park in the disabled bays. Wonderfully relaxed and friendly The Scotsman ★★★★★ The most accessible, friendly and inclusive show Ive ever seen - Neurodiverse Review WINNER Disability Champions Award 2023 "Searing political rants, baited breath and a spit full of laughs " LeftLion" Age Recommendation: 16+

Its always HAPPY HOUR when youre in good company; and with the award-winning duo of Kevin Daniel (Leicester Silver Standup Winner 24) and Henry Michael (Southport Festival New Comedian 24) teaming up for an hour of their finest stand-up, you cant fail but go home smiling.

Following three sell-out shows, Chloe Petts (Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News for You) returns with a brand-

Join Scott and Jemma and become part of the Brew Crew with a very special live edition of their hit Podcast "Brew with the Bennetts" (bwtbpod)

In her debut hour, BBC New Comedian of the Year finalist 2024 and Pleasance Reserve 2025 alum Maia Tassalini guides the audience through an odyssey of power, shame, gossip, sex, public humiliation and being the worlds number one Monica Lewinsky stan.

How do you recover from heartbreak or loss when you are an autistic depressed little slug? This triple-A comic (Alternative, Autistic and Award-winning (Keep It Fringe 2023)) reflects on this conundrum like the irredeemable clown that he is.

Having won the WOW Award for Best Debut Show at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe, Sachin returns with a new banger of a show for Nottingham Comedy Festival 2025.

Life half lived is a life half wasted so come and waste some time with me to figure out how I do it.

Too naive to understand their own title, feisty fun makers Meyers and Hughes unite to create a new hour of unravelling minds. Juliet smart and very funny independent Devilish, on-the-edge gags The Scotsman

Life is all about, cooperation, shopping and birds, basically. A double hander show about coo operating! Let these two birds of a feather; Martin Westgate (BGT, BBC Radio) and Hazel Donovan (Award Winning Comedian) entertain you with their extended sets about their take on life. Jokes, chat and some dark silliness.

At the time of writing (June 23rd), I have absolutely no idea what this show will be about. But rest assured, by the time November 4th rolls around, itll be a rigorously structured, fastidiously finessed, highbrow, erudite, thought-provoking, profound work of art. It might even be funny. Based on where I am with it now, itll almost certainly involve me banging on about being blind (still milking that), getting the accordion out (because I know how to whip a crowd into a frenzy), and singing a few silly songs possibly one about a misunderstood pigeon. I might tell you about my first ever gig at a Teddy Bears Picnic (aged five I absolutely smashed it), talk a bit about meditation, Catholicism, and 1950s radio detectives; do some Dalek impressions; and recount the time I judged a childrens talent show and things got awkward. I might even play you a recording of a song I wrote when I was seven about a boy in our street who pissed himself. My last show won multiple awards, so I was clearly pretty good at comedy in 2024. That means its statistically likely this one will at least surpass mediocrity maybe even approach adequacy! If my scintillating sales pitch hasnt quite sealed the deal, I should probably mention that Ive done stand-up on Rosie Joness TV show, and made multiple appearances on BBC Radio 4 comedy programmes. And here are a few nice things that more successful comedians have said about me: David is brilliantly clever, musical, moral. Brilliant/nuts. Heartily recommend! Rufus Hound My God, David Eagle makes me laugh. A ludicrously amusing gentleman. Miles Jupp David's a unique and very funny comedian. This debut hour comes highly recommended. Paul Sinha Just seen the future of stand-up comedy, and his name is David Eagle. Boothby Graffoe AGE RECOMMENDATION: 16+ Part of the 2025 Nottingham Comedy Festival VENUE: Canalhouse (Main Stage) VENUE ADDRESS: 48 - 52 Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1 7EH DATE: Tuesday 4th November TIME: 8pm (Doors open 7.40pm) TICKETS: £5

Hannah Byczkowski digs into death in her hilarious and compelling style exploring everything from craft projects for loved one's ashes, funeral faux pas and why she's not running from serial killers.

Liz is appearing with her late grandmother, Slightly Psychic Cynthia, a character comedy puppet who makes silly, psychic, rude predictions. This puppet is definitely not for kids!

It's a crazy world am I right. With all stuff what happens. An hour of phew! Comedy. Let's unlearn the human condition and shout high octane, seat-of-the-pants, absurd nonsense.

Join BBC New Comedy Award Nominee and Co-writer of Chicken Shop Date Dom McGovern as he refuses to engage with any form of self acceptance and instead yaps at you for 45 minutes about rock climbing, Miss Piggy, and the TV show Glee. Previous praise: Unstoppable - Jamali Maddix Infectiously upbeat - Chortle Undeniable Charisma - Wee Review Bloody Brilliant - Rosie Jones

Will Duggan (The Russell Howard Hour, BBC Fresh from the Fest) has returned to the format of hour long comedy shows with definitely the best show he's ever written and quite possibly the greatest show ANYONE has ever written. Big claim Yes. Accurate claim Yeah, sure. ★★★★ The Scotsman ★★★★ London Theatre Review ★★★★ The Skinny ★★★★ EdFest ★★★★ The List

With the help of Comedy Central UK we set up a fake OSCE exam at QMC with hidden cameras, patient actors and absolute chaos. This hour show will show all that unfolded along with award winning stand-up and musical comedy in the annual GEM Comedy show from Michael McKenzie in association with Nottingham University. All profits go to Bristol Childrens Hospital.

Two masters of the microphone, Alex and TJ, will bathe you in a warm comedic glow of oddball observations, smart social commentary and an ill-fated trip to Nepal.

Join hairy Indians Tharun Chelley and Hitz Unadkat as they join forces to provide you with pure laughter for an hour! Theyre a bit like the Hairy Bikers but theyre not allowed to ride motorbikes as their mums say motorbikes are too dangerous. So basically, theyre not like the Hairy Bikers at all.. Theyre just a bunch of hairy Indians doing stand-up comedy!

2020 I was spat at for wearing makeup. 2025 I'm monetising off it through stand-up. As seen on Comedy Central, Dave, UKTV. 'Killer lines' (Chortle.co.uk). 'Put the X in X factor' (York Press). A show that aims to find the root cause of homophobia and how more understanding from both sides can help create a better world for everyone to live in. 'Serrano is a distinctive, likeable act' (Scotsman). It's a lot of penis jokes with a few big words so I seem like I know what I'm talking about. I promise it's very funny

Adele uses her gag-heavy style and penchant for silliness to tackle the topic of lying and why we do it (or does she) 'Master of comedy' ★★★★★ (Theatre Matters), 'Truly funny' ★★★★★ (TLA, Adelaide), 'Guaranteed laughs' ★★★★★ (The Student). 'A consummate jokesmith' (Comedy.co.uk). 'A sophisticated and intelligent comic with oodles of talent' (FringeReview.co.uk). 'Absolutely charming' (Scotsman). 'Knows how to keep an audience enthralled' (SquirrelComedy.co.uk). Dave's Funniest Jokes of the Edinburgh Fringe 2019, 2018, 2017 and 2016. UK Pun Champion 2020. Leicester Comedy award nominee Best New Show 2023.

Award-winning comedian Hasan Al-Habib presents an hour of new material. Hasan's debut hour, Death To The West (Midlands), a love letter to his Iraqi heritage and Birmingham upbringing, was nominated for Best Debut at the 2025 Leicester Comedy Festival Awards. He has also been awarded the 2023 Birmingham Comedy Festival Breaking Talent Award and was a finalist at the 2022 Chortle Student Comedy Awards.

Songs, gags, stories and poems from award-winning musical comedian Duncan Oakley providing big laughs from your inner oaf.

Phil has been getting better at comedy since March 1987. One of these days he may just get it right. Until then Phil just keeps trying. If at first you dont succeed, try and try your best. This is a tour of Phil, trying his best!

Brand new stand up show from multi award winning comedian. In a world of cancel culture what can you still make funny without offending! Part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival

With millions of views online, Phil Chapman has made his name as one of the top MCs in the country, combining killer topical jokes with his razor sharp wit. Following on from his debut tour and two sell out shows, Phil brings his new show FIGURES to Edinburgh and Glasgow Stands. Come spend an hour with El Chapo An instant hit - Liverpool Echo One of my favourite acts to watch - Paul Smith "I've a really dark sense of humour but you crossed a line mate" - Janet Cove Part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival

Two-time Leicester Comedy Festival Award Nominee, The People's Choice and Best New Show, Jon Hipkiss continues his tour after Edinburgh. Quickly rising to become one of the UK's most hyperkinetic and crowd-pleasing live performers on the circuit the show saw an electrifying, sold out and TV making appearance at the first ever Rik Mayall Comedy Festival in June. Tour support for Jack Whitehall. "Laugh out loud funny," - Jon Richardson. "Hilarious," - Larry Dean Part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival