The Comedy Social (£17.50)

17th May £15 - £17.50

15th May 2024 update. The event has now sold out.

If you’ve booked a ticket and haven’t ordered a pizza, you get still get one delivered directly from Captain Pizza in Cowes  for 7.30pm when the team will be delivering our pre-ordered pizzas.

Just call 01983 300141 to order and pay, but please ask that the pizza is clearly labelled with you name.

https://www.captainpizzacowes.com/

 

 

 

Great news for comedy fans following on from our latest SOLD OUT show! The Comedy Social is back at Northwood House…so grab some friends, prime your giggle muscles and get ready for our next instalment….and what a line up we have for you! So without further ado we welcome the following belly busters.

 

The Acts

Headline Act: ALAN FRANCIS 

After winning Channel 4’s So You Think You’re Funny? at the Edinburgh Festival, Alan became a regular performer on the UK and international comedy circuits and has performed stand-up on TV a number of times.

He has appeared on TV in Psychoville and Mid Morning Matters with Alan Partridge and has been in Knowing Me Knowing Yule, Alistair McGowan’s Big Impression, Ancona and Co, Alas Smith and Jones, The BBC Stand Up Show, the Alan Davies Show and Alexei Sayle’s Stuff.

Alan has also appeared in TV dramas, Between the Lines and Taggart, and has sustained a successful theatre career, working in the West End, The Royal Court, The National Theatre of Scotland, the RSC and a number of regional theatres.

Quote:

‘’Brilliant observational stand-up’’ THE SCOTSMAN 

 

JAMES ELLIS

Award-winning comedian James Ellis is a rising star in the UK comedy scene.

His sharp observational humour and clever punchlines have won him rave reviews from critics and audiences alike.

James’ comedy is rooted in everyday life, and he has a knack for finding the funny in the mundane. A gifted writer, his jokes are well-crafted and delivered with precision.

In 2021, James was named South Coast Comedian of the Year, and was a regional finalist for the BBC New Comedy Award. He is currently on tour supporting Angela Barnes on her “Hot Mess” Tour

Quotes:

“A talented comedy craftsman” CHORTLE 

 

TREVOR BICKLES 

Trevor is one of the fastest rising acts on the comedy circuit, his cheeky Cockney nature warming him to audiences and bookers alike. ​Trevor mixes his comedy work with being a black-cab driver in London, and has just launched his new YouTube series “Real Taxi” where he interviews a variety of funny people from the luxury of his very own black cab! Not to be confused with “Fake Taxi” (please don’t Google that!)

A finalist in the prestigious Get-Up, Stand-Up new act competition in 2019, Trev is now being booked by many clubs across England and Wales.

‘’His material was sharp and funny’ JO BRAND

 

PAUL COX

He has supported Hal Cruttenden, Paul McCaffrey and Esther Manito on tour and continues to set himself apart as one of the best hosts on the circuit

”Very funny and warm” – Evening Standard

 

Show Format

Doors: c19:00

Live Music: c19:15

Comedy Show Start Time: c20:00

MC: Paul Cox – 10 mins

Opening Act: James Ellis – c20 mins

Break: 20 mins

MC: Paul Cox – 5 mins

Middle Act: Trevor Bickles – c15 mins

Break: c20 mins

MC: Paul Cox – 5 mins

Closing: Alan Francis – c25 mins

Comedy Finishes : c22:30

Live Music – till late

 

Don’t forget to add our fantastic pizza and drink deal option to your ticket bundle, pizzas will be delivered by our good friends at Captain Pizza for 7:30pm.

All seating is unreserved 
The seating is arranged in various configurations of sofas/tables and theatre style seating, these are available on a first come first served basis. We recommend groups of 3 or more people arrive early to get seats together as we cannot guarantee seats together for groups or parties. You may have to seating and tables with other guests, but that’s how we role at the comedy social!

Age suitability and restrictions
The comedy social  is strictly for 18 year old’s and over only due to the possible adult-themed content of the comedy. We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone without valid ID/proof of age whom the staff management deem to appear to be underage.

Comedy content warning
We have no control over the content of the comedian’s routines (and what would be the fun of that if we did?) but as with all adult comedy you should expect to hear some rude and offensive language and listen to content with strong adult and controversial themes.  If you are likely to be offended by such content then you should not book, as no refunds can be given.

Disclaimer: The material and opinions shared by the comedians are their own and are not representative in any way of  the venue and organisers (Northwood House Charitable Trust Company Ltd).

Photography

We allow photography during performances  (except in specific circumstances if requested in advance by a comedian), but any video or sound recording via a mobile phone or other recording device  is strictly prohibited.

Heckling/disruption during the event
We have a strict policy of no heckling whilst the comedians are performing their routine. This is disruptive to audience members surrounding you and also to the comedians on stage. Remember, people have paid to listen to the acts, not to you! Anybody repeatedly talking loudly/heckling/shouting out/acting in a disrespectful manner will be asked to leave immediately without a refund…you have been warned!

Cancellations/Refunds

Unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled in advance, all tickets for The Comedy Social  are non refundable…sorry.

So are you up for a laugh? Then get booking below. Seats are limited (and that’s not a joke)..so don’t leave it too long!