Petfringe Comedian of the Year 2025 – South West Heat

Get ready for a night of unstoppable laughter, fierce comedy talent, and an electric atmosphere as the South West’s funniest rising stars take to the stage! Hosted at the iconic Sandy Park, this is your chance to witness the future of UK comedy — live and unfiltered.

The British Comedian of the Year / Petfringe Comedian of the Year 2025 – South West Heat brings together nine brilliant performers, each battling it out for a place in the grand final — and a shot at the £10,001 prize! Get to know the acts below:

Tom Rodgers
https://www.kernowcomedy.co.uk/about

Jo Frank
https://www.glee.co.uk/performer/joanne-frank/?location=2

Ben Ashurst
https://thestandupclub.co.uk/comedian/ben-ashurst/

Andrew Watts
www.glee.co.uk/performer/andrew-watts/
@andywattscomedy

David Hoare
www.glee.co.uk/performer/david-hoare
@davidhoarelol

Michael McKenzie
www.backstage.com/u/michael-mckenzie
@bed32_

Billy James -
https://thestandupclub.co.uk/comedian/billy-james
@billyjamescomic

Sean Phelan @phelankindafunny

Don’t miss the chance to be part of this hilarious and unforgettable evening!

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