Christmas Comedy Nights
11th, 18th December
£45 per person
6:30 Welcome drinks and pre tapas
Host 11th December Jim Hooper | 18th December Mel Byron
11th Matt Adlington |18th December Stylophobia
Selection of tapas and pizzas served to your tables
11th Steve Ward | 12th December Sam Day
Dessert board
11th Chris Walker | 12th December Pat Smith
10:30 Close
Drinks will be served at the tables between acts.
Tables of two may be joined with other tables, depending on numbers.
Please note allergens are not advertised. If you have any allergies and book to attend this event, please contact The Grove directly
11th December
Host Jim Hooper
Jim Hooper is a midlands based comedian known for his self depreciating style, sharp jokes and one liners. He was recently a Semi Finalist in Brighton Komedia New Act Award and Bath New Comedian competition.
Matt Adlington
Matt Adlington is a stand-up comedian, radio presenter, and events host from Southend, Essex. Known for his “easy rapport and animated delivery,” (Chortle) Matt performs at comedy clubs across the UK and has showcased his solo hour “Welcome Matt” at the Leicester and Edinburgh Comedy Festivals. In addition to his stand-up career, Matt is a regular podcast host and radio presenter and has hosted and closed shows in his hometown of Southend.
As seen/heard on: The Comedy Arcade Podcast, Soccer PM on Radio Essex, The Hero’s Breakfast on Radio Essex, BBC New Comedy Show on BBC Radio, Desert Island Dicks Podcast, Pranks & Firth Podcast, Soccer PM Extra Time Podcast, The Comedians Tea Party Podcast, Fill My Gaps Podcast.
Steve Ward
Steve started performing comedy in 2011 and has since performed at, and hosted, comedy nights all around the country. Following on from a successful show at the Cambridge Fringe Festival, Steve will be sharing tales from his forty something years of blagging his way into and out of embarrassing situations. After the show you’ll be surprised (and concerned) to know that he has never undergone therapy…..
Winter Foenander
Winter has been performing in the UK for over 11 years and has recently toured internationally including Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Ireland, Japan, and continues to make waves into the Asian markets.
His fearlessness on stage coupled with devastating punchlines make him an excellent addition to any comedy night. His crowd work ability has been compared to fellow Irishman Andrew Maxwell. When Winter’s not touring he is London based.
He has appeared on Channel 4 in the UK, TV3 in Ireland and most recently heard on BBC Radio.
“A Joy to Watch”
ADAM BLOOM
“Bloody Funny”
MARK DOLAN (BALLS OF STEEL)
“A Machine Gun of Improvisation”
LUTON COMEDY CLUB
“A Masterclass of Mirth”
TREE TOP COMEDY
18th December
Mel Byron
Mel Byron dispenses her crowd-pleasing middle-aged banter far and wide across the UK and beyond. She is in-demand as a host and MC and has taken solo comedy shows to Festivals in, among others, Edinburgh, Manchester, Brighton and Luxembourg.
‘May just make your day’ (The Scotsman)
‘Inspired Comedy’ (Lancs Post)
Stylophobia
“Stylophobia will take you on a musical journey, but only to a burger van off the A1 . His tonal exertions and absurd assertions will have you chortling and guffawing despite yourself ! “
Utterly delightful, The Scotsman
Sam Day
High octane hilarity with a dash of ginger. Interactive, silly, and haphazard moments from a cheeky boy.
“Sam’s unique mix of high energy with a low status vibe make the audience engage with him instantly.”
West End New Act of the Year
Pat Smith
He also claimed victory on Laughter Class, comedy’s answer to X-Factor, run by Ustreme TV. His success led to Pat Smith: LIVE, a 30-minute stand-up special commissioned by Ustreme TV, as well as a spot supporting Jim Davidson on tour and subsequent appearances on Ustreme’s Friday Night Comedy Live.
Pat’s online skits have gone viral, amassing millions of views and earning features on Voxi mobile and BBC Upload on Radio Essex.