# Event Details

- **Event Name**: New Act Competition 2026 - Grand Final
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 10:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: The Bath Comedy Festival New Act Competition sees around 100 of the best up-and-coming comics in the UK compete for the title. After nine heats, twelve of the best acts battle it out in tonight's Grand Final at the splendid Old Theatre Royal - judged by a panel comprising comedy industry heavyweights including Jill Edwards, Alan Nixon, Mark Robson and Bath Comedy Festival Director Nick Steel, plus guest judge Angie Belcher - an award-winning facilitator, coach and stand-up comedian. The MC for tonight's final is Mark Maier - multi-talented award-winning writer, teacher and highly sought after stand-up performer on both the national and international comedy circuits, with many TV and Radio credits to his name. Winner of British Performer Of The Year with the highest paying prize for Comedy in the UK. "Playful, intelligent and very funny" - Rory Bremner. There will also be a performance from last year's winner Madeleine Brettingham while the judges deliberate! The winner will be presented with the coveted Bath Comedy New Act Of The Year Award, receive £250 and guaranteed paid gigs throughout the following year. Notable previous finalists include Madeleine Brettingham, Luke Richards, Mark Flynn, Kev Mud, Adam Flood, Bennet Kavanagh, David Eagle, Sunjai Arif, Tamar Broadbent, Archie Maddocks, Larry Dean, Garrett Millerick, Rob Beckett, Joe Lycett, Matt Richardson, Mickey Sharma, Lindsay Sharman, Harriet Kemsley and James Alderson.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bath/new-act-competition-2026-grand-final-tickets/200029558850538
- **Event Categories**: contests, performances, festivals, theatre, comedy, entertainment, art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 14

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 15, max: 17.5, currency: GBP
- **Ticket informations**: 
  - ticket_1 — 17.50 GBP
  - ticket_2 — 15.00 GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: Bath
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Old Theatre Royal Bath
- **lat**: 51.3799924
- **long**: -2.3578387
- **full address**: Old Theatre Royal Bath, 12 Old Orchard Street, Bath, BA1 1JU, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is New Act Competition 2026 - Grand Final being held?
  - **A:** New Act Competition 2026 - Grand Final takes place on Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 10:30 pm at Old Theatre Royal Bath, 12 Old Orchard Street, Bath, BA1 1JU, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for New Act Competition 2026 - Grand Final?
  - **A:** Ticket prices for New Act Competition 2026 - Grand Final range from GBP 15 to GBP 18 depending on the ticket type.
- **Q**: What is the refund policy for New Act Competition 2026 - Grand Final?
  - **A:** The refund policy for New Act Competition 2026 - Grand Final is as follows: In the unlikely event of show cancellation for any reason, you will receive a refund with seven days. If the event is rescheduled your ticket will remain valid or you can request a refund. Info email: mail@bathcomedy.com For any queries, contact the organizer or the ticketing platform directly.
- **Q**: Who is organizing New Act Competition 2026 - Grand Final?
  - **A:** New Act Competition 2026 - Grand Final is organized by Bath Comedy Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** New Act Competition 2026 - Grand Final is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bath, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If New Act Competition 2026 - Grand Final sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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