the line up for the evening is these fantastic acts
🎤 Catherine Young
Winner of Hilarity Bites New Act of the Year 2019, Catherine Young brings a whirlwind of wit, warmth, and working men’s club charm to the stage. With a background in mental health and a knack for connecting with audiences, she’s a powerhouse of empathy and punchlines. Whether she’s navigating tilted theatre stages or leading all-female comedy galas, Catherine’s performances are heartfelt, hilarious, and unapologetically human.
🎤 Big Lou (Lewis Jones)
A modern twist on old-school joke telling, Big Lou is like Jimmy Carr meets Les Dawson—if they were Mancunian, big-hearted, and armed with a mic. Winner of the Lass O’Gowrie New Comedian Of The Year and a regular on BBC Radio Manchester, Lou’s rapid-fire gags and commanding stage presence make him a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. From comedy clubs to after-dinner gigs, he’s the laugh-a-minute legend who always delivers.
🎤 Eddy Brimson
From EastEnders villain to international comedy headliner, Eddy Brimson’s journey is as colourful as his punchlines. A bestselling author and festival favourite, Eddy’s “observational filth” has lit up stages from Shanghai to Sydney. With TV credits ranging from Absolutely Fabulous to Silent Witness, and a reputation for fearless, no-nonsense humour, he’s the unapologetic comedy maverick who leaves audiences howling—and occasionally blushing.
🎤 Ben Turner
Deliciously dark and lightning-fast, Ben Turner is a one-liner wizard with more twists than a bag of fusilli. His razor-sharp gags and cheeky delivery keep audiences on their toes, blending surreal punchlines with dry Yorkshire charm. Whether hosting or headlining, Ben’s killer timing and warm stage presence make him a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Smart, subversive, and laugh-out-loud funny—he’s the comic who always leaves them wanting more.
