Reading Comedy Festival opening event featuring Matt Price and hosted by Rhodri Buttrick. Features a selection of the best established and emerging comedians from the Reading area, organised by Stand and Deliver Comedy. Doors from 7pm, show at 8pm. More details of the Reading Comedy Festival: thereadingcomedyfestival.co.uk
Jonathan Elston is a fresh, punchy, gag-driven comic who combines sharp joke writing and quirky observations with a youthful likability that charms his audience and endears him to any room. However, as with many top comics, success means is Jonathan rarely to be found out of a coach or car. The carbon footprint that Jonathan […]
Eight new comedians will battle it out to win a paid spot at Mates Rates Comedy Club and a cash prize.
Abi is a Berlin-based comedian. Born in India, she didn’t go far from the stereotype of being a software engineer. While that fills her pockets, comedy fills the void in her heart. Her comedy is a powerful blend of satire and raw honesty, shedding light on the often-taboo subjects of religious dogma and the psychological […]
Nick Byard takes the stage with Carl Richard.
Harriet is an award-winning comedian, writer and actress. She has starred in the Viceland reality sitcom Bobby and Harriet: Get Married to huge critical acclaim. She can also be seen on Dave's Hypothetical, ITV's Hey Tracey, Comedy Central’s Roast Battle, and is a recurring guest on 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and 8 […]
Rob Moriarty is an Irish comedian who has performed all across Europe and the UK. In Germany, he won the Berlin New Stand Up Award in March 2022. In London, he won the infamous and coveted “King Gong” show at The Comedy Store.
Darius is a seasoned performer first cutting his teeth in 2007 in the comedy clubs of New York city. Success quickly followed as Darius won an MTV New Talent contest, opening the door for Darius to strut his stuff on MTV america. Alas due to “visa irregularities” Darius soon found himself back, and uncelebrated in […]
Four headline comedians battle for the prestigious title of Master Hater, roasting audience suggestions. From pop culture to daily gripes, no topic is safe. Expect interactive chaos – no show is ever the same twice. Prepare to be offended, amused and part of the ultimate roast! Warning: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing.
Mad Monkey Improv and What's the Game are teaming up to present the Reading Improv Comedy Festival Showcase! Improv comedy, created spontaneously by the performers... anything can happen. Experience the very best of the Reading improv scene! Hosted by veteran improvisers Alexander McWilliam and Seamus Allen.
A phenomenal stand-up comic, Garrett’s breakout television performance was on the hit US late-night talk show Conan (TBS). The performance came off the back of his breakthrough live show Sunflower which became one of the best reviewed and most talked about shows of Edinburgh Fringe 2018. Garrett has since followed up the show with three […]
Social Darts venue is a ‘spectacular activity bar that is jam-packed with unexpected, ridiculous joy’
Free Comic Book Day returns for 2026 and fans can get free comics
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Reading Walks Festival returns with more than 40 guided tours taking in the town’s heritage and natural beauty
See Mike d’Abo, Dozy Beaky Mick and Tich, The Trems and The Fortunes live in Reading
Comedy duo to return to Reading this Christmas for Aladdin
Date set for junior ensemble auditions – cast to star with Justin Fletcher and Paul Morse
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