# Event Details - **Event Name**: WAVES OF LAUGHTER With JAMES ELLIS! - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Potts Comedy and The Waverley brings you: WAVES OF LAUGHTER!!!! JAMES ELLIS James Ellis with his sharp observational humour and clever punchlines have won him rave reviews from critics and audiences alike. Winner of Best Debut Show at the 2026 Leicester Comedy Festival, James Ellis is an award-winning comedian and rising star in the UK comedy scene. As heard on BBC Radio 4’s Live from the UK and seen on BBC One in the BBC New Comedy Award, his sharp observational humour and clever punchlines have won him rave reviews from critics and audiences alike. James’ comedy is rooted in everyday life, and he has a knack for finding the funny in the mundane. A gifted writer, his jokes are well-crafted and delivered with precision. Since being named South Coast Comedian of the Year and reaching the regional finals of the BBC New Comedy Award in 2021, James has gone on to build a strong reputation on the UK circuit. He is currently on tour supporting Angela Barnes on her “Angst” tour. Ellis is a “talented comedy craftsman” (Steve Bennett, Chortle) with a bright future ahead of him. If you’re looking for a good laugh on a night out, be sure to catch James live! STEVE BENNETT, CHORTLE “A talented comedy craftsman” ANGELA BARNES "James Ellis is a triple threat, he’s really very bloody funny, has a great stage presence and has the best hair in the business" PAUL MCCAFFREY "A frightening amount of brilliant punchlines, delivered by a genuinely funny guy. I was laughing the whole time James was on and so was everyone else. Top stuff" LAURA LEXX “Wonderful, wonderful jokes. James has a relaxed confidence, his set is well themed and thought out and most important of all: the gags are just funny. Really funny.” Opener: NATHAN EAGLE Nathan Eagle is an engaging storyteller who can win over and take any crowd with him has he explores growing up working class; life as a care home nurse, and even showing off his surprisingly gymnastic party trick. Having quickly established himself as one of the most exciting comedy prospects in the country, Nathan has gained praise from established pros like Zoe Lyons, Paul Tonkinson, and Tom Deacon. Nathan is a unique firecracker of a performer and an unmissable addition to any comedy lineup. Alongside success on the comedy circuit, he took a 5-star reviewed split bill show, 'Stranger Friends' to the world-famous Edinburgh Fringe in 2018. Nathan is also an accomplished actor and sketch writer having been a regular feature in sketch/film group Broken Bricks. He has appeared in many videos across the years including in many successful film festival films. In fact, Nathan won DV Mission's prestigious Best Actor award for his stellar on-screen performances. Competitions Include: Winner "Best Comedian, Guide Awards 2017" Winner "Portsmouth Comedian of the Year 2018" Finalist "Bath Comedy Festival New Act 2019" PLUS SUPPORT MICHAEL CAMPUZANO POTTS COMEDY ONE2WATCH! Your MC will be POTTS himself! Tickets £15 in advance! (£17 OTD) (Comedy Line-ups are subject to change, However if they do, you will get the standard you paid for.) Secure your tickets by popping into THE WAVERLEY bar or give them a message on our socials to pay via bank transfer. Get them before it’s too late, not many left.. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bognor-regis/waves-of-laughter-with-james-ellis/200030542948604 - **Event Categories**: comedy, entertainment, art, festivals, theatre, literary-art, performances, workshops, raves, parties, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 22 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Bognor Regis - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Waverley - Bognor Regis - **lat**: 50.779903082727 - **long**: -0.68801085231405 - **full address**: The Waverley - Bognor Regis, Marine Drive West,Bognor Regis, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: WAVES OF LAUGHTER With JAMES ELLIS! - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/56c199427e5a0e02ac6836d6c6bff9afe76a16fdf2ce11d22aa5132cb36ca6b5-rimg-w1200-h1697-dc080808-gmir?v=1787793093 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is WAVES OF LAUGHTER With JAMES ELLIS! being held? - **A:** WAVES OF LAUGHTER With JAMES ELLIS! takes place on Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm at The Waverley - Bognor Regis, Marine Drive West,Bognor Regis, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing WAVES OF LAUGHTER With JAMES ELLIS!? - **A:** WAVES OF LAUGHTER With JAMES ELLIS! is organized by Potts Comedy. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** WAVES OF LAUGHTER With JAMES ELLIS! 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 Bognor Regis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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