ROSIE JONES

With her infectious laugh and high energy Rosie Jones brings "huge laughs" Chortle and has quickly become a must-see act on the comedy circuit. The ex-television researcher was awarded second place in the Leicester Mercury’s New Comedian Of The Year 2018, and hasn't looked back since, appearing on big hitting shows 8 Out of 10 Cats, The Last Leg and Live at the Apollo. She is warm, mischievous and unafraid to initiate gasps of shock as well as laughter from audiences with her taboo-busting routines. In her own words, she is a triple-threat gay, disabled and a prick and in ours she never leaves a room before dismantling its roof with laughter. A must-see.

"Smart, mischievous, laugh-out-loud funny." Chortle

"Fresh, mischievous and utterly charming." The List

"Genuinely masterful." The Skinny

ESTHER MANITO

An Arab Essex girl who will challenge every single preconception of what that means. Esther has supported Alan Davies, Shappi Khorsandi, Sindhu Vee, Jason Mansford, Jo Brand and Al Murray. This year she took that experience and splashed it all over the airwaves, making her debut appearance on Live at the Apollo. She has also appeared on BBC sounds Russel Kane’s Evil Genius, Radio 4 Extra's Newsjack Unplugged, Drunk Women Solving Crime and Russell Kane’s Boys Don’t Cry. She is also a published writer in the satirical collection, “Don’t Panic I’m Islamic” and blazed a trail as the first female comic to play the Dubai Opera House.

“A lot of hair and a lot of talent." Beyond the Joke
“An adept and assured performer.” Chortle

ALEXANDER KEALY

Alex Kealy is a stand-up comedian who mixes smart political material with self-deprecation and relatable observations. 

An in-demand joke writer, Alex has written for shows including Mock The Week, The News Quiz and The Now Show, whilst his solo shows have been listed in the top Jokes of the Edinburgh Fringe by The Guardian, The Telegraph, The Mirror, The Evening Standard, The Independent, iNews, The Scotsman and The Huffington Post.

“A storming show from the whimsical funnyman.” The Sunday Times

“Rising star of the British stand-up scene…a reservoir of memorable gags.” The List

AND YOUR RESIDENT HOST:

BEN VAN DER VELDE

One of the quickest wits around and a much-loved compere, he always brings a jam-packed back of nonsense, silliness and wisecracks to every gig he hosts.

"Wonderfully improvised riffs showcasing his impressive spontaneity and sharp tongue." Edinburgh Festivals Magazine

“The perfect comedy club host – he is a master of audience interaction. The audience weren’t just warmed up, but pretty hysterical even before the first act of the night hit the stage.”  Huffington Post