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Comedy Night
Doors 7:30pm, first act on 8pm.
Join us for a night of hilarity and laugh out loud with our hand picked comedians.
This months acts are:
STEPHEN CARLIN, CLOSING
Scottish-born Stephen Carlin is an acclaimed stand-up and writer whose credits include Comedy Central’s The Alternative Comedy Experience and writing for BBC Radio’s The News Quiz and The Now Show. He has toured with Stewart Lee, Stephen Merchant and Tom Stade, with Stewart Lee naming him among his “Ten Best Comedians In The World Ever”.
DAVE CHAWNER, OPENING
Dave Chawner is an award-winning stand-up, number one bestselling author, presenter and mental health campaigner. His thoughtful comedy has explored subjects including anorexia, mental health, veganism and adult circumcision, alongside appearances on BBC Breakfast, Good Morning Britain, Lorraine and radio.
HOWARD SMITH, MC
Former thrash metal frontman Howard Smith brings two decades of stage experience and bags of energy to his role as MC. Known for quick wit, crowd work and commanding stage presence, he keeps the night moving and the audience involved.
CONNOR YEATES
Connor Yeates tackles taboo topics, identity and the trials of life in his “mid” twenties with an unfiltered perspective. His comedy mixes sharp observations with a willingness to head straight towards subjects other people prefer to avoid.
JOEL WALKER
Runner-up in the 2025 So You Think You’re Funny? competition, Joel Walker delivers tightly written deadpan observations with a surreal edge. Expect stories involving his family, everyday life and an 18-year-old car.
Lineup subject to last minute change.
The event is being held on the first floor of the Southern Maltings building. Please check with the event organisers if using stairs is problematic. Southern Maltings is the trading name of Ware Arts Centre Limited and is a registered charity (Registered charity no. 276998). All events are run by volunteers and proceeds go towards developing the Southern Maltings into an amazing creative arts centre which will enable us to put on a wider and more frequent range of events and activities for the whole community.