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SUMMARY:Andrew Bird & James Ellis: Work In Progress
DESCRIPTION:Live Stand Up Comedy at The Albion Brewery. As part of the Northampton Comedy Festival 2026 in association with Northampton BID. \nDoors 7pm – Show 8pm \nAndrew Bird\nAndrew Bird is a seasoned headline act on the UK comedy circuit\, known for his effortless charm and relatable storytelling. He has supported comedic heavyweights like Michael McIntyre and Micky Flanagan on arena tours\, earning a reputation as one of the most reliable and naturally funny performers in the business. His style blends astute observational humor with a warmth that makes even his most cynical rants feel like a chat with an old friend. \nJames Ellis\nJames Ellis is a rising star in the stand-up world\, lauded for his sharp writing and distinctive delivery. A winner of the South Coast Comedian of the Year\, Ellis specialises in well-crafted jokes and clever wordplay that often takes the audience by surprise. His comedy is characterised by a dry\, understated wit and a knack for finding the absurd in everyday situations\, making him a standout performer across the UK’s top comedy clubs. James also won Best Debut show at this years Leicester Comedy Festival.
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/andrew-bird-james-ellis-work-in-progress/
LOCATION:The Albion Brewery\, 54 Kingswell St\, Northampton\, NN1 1PR
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:Mark Thomas & Andrew O'Neill: Work In Progress
DESCRIPTION:Live stand up comedy at the King Billy. As part of the Northampton Comedy Festival 2026 in association with Northampton BID. \nDoors 7pm – Show 8pm \nFeaturing: \nMark Thomas\nMark Thomas is a multi-award-winning comedian and investigative journalist. His landmark Channel 4 series\, The Mark Thomas Comedy Product\, ran for six series and became famous for high-stakes political stunts that successfully influenced UK arms trade legislation and tax laws. \nTV & Radio Credits: \nThe Mark Thomas Comedy Product (Channel 4)\nThe Mary Whitehouse Experience (BBC Radio 1)\nThe Manifesto (BBC Radio 4)\nDispatches (Channel 4)\nAwards: \nAmnesty International Freedom of Expression Award\nTime Out Comedy Award\nSony Radio Award for Comedy\nScotsman Fringe First Award (multiple winner\, most recently for England & Son)\nGuinness World Record holder (formerly) for the most political demonstrations in 24 hours.\nAndrew O’Neill\nAndrew O’Neill is a surrealist stand-up\, musician\, and best-selling author. They are a fixture of the alternative comedy scene\, frequently performing at major festivals like Glastonbury\, Download\, and the Edinburgh Fringe. \nTV & Radio Credits: \nGood Omens 2 (Amazon Prime/BBC) – acting alongside David Tennant and Michael Sheen.\nNever Mind the Buzzcocks (BBC)\nSaxondale (BBC) – acting opposite Steve Coogan.\nPharmacist Baffler (BBC Radio 4)\nDamned Andrew (BBC Radio 4)\nAwards: \nVictoria Wood Edinburgh Comedy Award (2025 winner)\nTransgender Television Award (for Pharmacist Baffler)\nBest Comedy Show – Latest 7 Magazine
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/mark-thomas-andrew-oneill-work-in-progress/
LOCATION:The King Billy\, 2 Commercial St\, Northampton\, NN1 1PJ
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:Larry Dean & Finlay Christie: Work In Progress
DESCRIPTION:Live stand up comedy at The Lamplighter Northampton. As part of the Northampton Comedy Festival 2026 in association with Northampton BID. \nWork in progress shows from Larry Dean and Finlay Christie \nDoors 7pm – Show 8pm \nLarry Dean: Hellbent\nRecently married\, emotionally feral. The gallus Glaswegian goon returns with a riotous show about refusing to grow up. As seen on SNL\, Live at the Apollo\, QI and The Royal Variety Performance. ***** (Telegraph). \nFinlay Christie: Champagne Casanova\nFinlay misguidedly believes that his muggers fancied him\, that being a f*ckboy is cool and that Kim Jong Un would love him. Funny\, self-aware and internet-brained\, this is an hour about the myths constructed by incels\, billionaires and even human people\, that mean we don’t have to admit we’re ordinary\, rejected or wrong. There’s also a strong section on air fryers. As seen on social media (1M+ followers)\, Live at the Apollo\, Have I Got News For You and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. ‘The voice of a generation’ **** (Chortle.co.uk).
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/larry-dean-finlay-christie-work-in-progress/
LOCATION:The Lamp Lighter\, 66 Overstone Rd\, Northampton\, NN1 3JS
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:Phil Nichol & Paul Tonkinson: Work In Progress
DESCRIPTION:Live stand up comedy at Cheyne Walk Club. As part of the Northampton Comedy Festival 2026. In association with Northampton BID. \nPhil Nichol and Paul Tonkinson work in progress shows \nPhil Nichol: Aren’t We Lucky\nLou Reed. The lottery. Ecstasy. Prince Andrew. Punk. Barenaked Ladies. Crisps. Terry Jones. Leukaemia. Butterflies. Dizzy Gillespie’s cheeks. Chance. Scat. Sunshine on Leith. Boo-bee-dee-do. Wasps. Double helix. Comedy. Dennis Hopper. Scrotums. Life. Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner\, Phil Nichol is back with a brand-new show. An acclaimed actor\, award-winning comedian\, producer\, presenter\, writer and musician\, there is no end to his talent. As seen on The Graham Norton Show (BBC One) and Never Mind the Buzzcocks (BBC Two). \nPaul Tonkinson: Work In Progress\nPaul Tonkinson is a mainstay of the UK comedy circuit\, renowned for his infectious energy\, physical comedy\, and sharp observational wit. Originally from Yorkshire\, he is a double Time Out Comedian of the Year winner and has a long history in broadcasting\, including stints hosting The Big Breakfast and The Sunday Show. A frequent tour support for Michael McIntyre\, Tonkinson is a master of mimicry and often draws on his Northern roots and family life for his material. Outside of stand-up\, he is an avid runner\, co-hosting the popular Running Commentary podcast and authoring the book 26.2 Miles to Happiness.
URL:https://discover-northamptonshire.co.uk/event/phil-nichol-paul-tonkinson-work-in-progress/
LOCATION:Cheyne Walk Club\, 2 Cheyne Walk\, Northampton\, NN1 5PU
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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