Headline: Scott Bennett
Scott is a Yorkshire-born comic who was crowned Comedy Cellar New Act of the Year 2011, and runner-up of English Comedian Of The Year 2014. After starting out in comedy 9 years ago, Scott Bennett has firmly established himself as one of the biggest rising stars on the UK comedy circuit. Scott delivers great observations on the absurdity of modern living. His sharply written routines have been delighting audiences across the country. His first Edinburgh show ‘About a Roy’ was nominated for the prestigious Amused Moose Comedy Award, and was also one of the top 10 shows at the Fringe that year. Bennett was recently chosen to support TV comedian Michael McIntyre for his work in progress show in London, and most recently has supported his comedy hero Rob Brydon on his 2017/18 tour.
Andrew Bird
Andrew appeared on “The Russell Howard Hour” and supported Russell on tour including Bristol’s Ashton Gate Football stadium and six shows at The London Palladium. He’s also supported Rhod Gilbert, Rob Brydon, America’s Brian Regan and Michelle Wolfe on their only London shows and Michael McIntyre on an entire arena tour including Wembley and the O2. He’s written on the TV shows Jon Richardson’s Ultimate Worrier and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Andrew is one of only seven comedians to perform for Banksy at Dismal Land, and supported Russell Howard as the first comedian ever to play the main stage at Kendal Calling festival.
Javier Jarquin
Javier Jarquin is an extremely experienced and highly respected, multi-skilled performer. Having performed his critically acclaimed show Card Ninja in 27 territories, Javier has established himself as a masterful entertainer.
Javier was raised in New Zealand with Latin-American/Chinese parents, and skilfully weaves his unique perspective into every performance and delivers sharply executed insights on life as an immigrant. In addition, Javier’s joke rate is something to be envious of, a witty quick-hitter.
His alias The Card Ninja has been a smash hit at Fringe Festivals everywhere since 2010 with a show bursting with mind-blowing tricks, incredible precision and theatrical virtuosity, as he pushes live performance to the absolute limit.
The perfect all-round entertainer with an abundance of skill, comedic flair and excessive likability, Javier is one to watch.
Kathryn Mather
Kathryn Mather is a British comedian originally from Rochdale, known for her dark humor and unique, cynical style.
“The ultra-cynical Kathryn Mather… used to be a children’s entertainer, and now seems to relish the chance to explore darker thoughts her old job would never allow. Her black humour certainly hit a chord with the room.” – Chortle
“Her delivery is very downbeat in style, but this comes across as naturalistic. The material was well written and it had a fresh feel to it. No one else is doing anything on welding or shipping losses and so this was a welcome change.” – Notts Comedy Review
Awards:
★ Winner – The Frog and Bucket World Series (2017) ★ Finalist – Max Turner Award (2018) ★ Finalist – Funny Women Regionals (2018) ★ Nominated – Leicester Square New Comedian Award (2017) ★