Comedy at the Pit!
On Thursday September 11th, we’re bringing Stand up comedy back to The Pit in newstead with a fantastic line-up of acts that we’ve carefully curated from the stand-up circuit.
Headlining: Jon Pearson
Jon's laid back, relatable, and hilarious storytelling is a guaranteed crowd pleaser; and has made him a regular face on the circuit, from his regular repeat performances at prestigious clubs such as The Glee, The Boat Show, Up The Creek, Last Laugh, Laughterhouse. You might have even caught him overseas with performances in Spain, Norway and even Wigan!
Jon is also a familiar face on at comedy festivals across the UK having taken three solo shows to the Leicester, Nottingham & Edinburgh festivals with the highlight of the all coming in the form of a sold out show at his home town Melton Theatre in Melton Mowbray.
Jon has also provided tour support for Darren Harriot and Lucy Porter
"Very tall and hugely funny" - Lucy Porter
"Brilliant" - Shropshire Star
"A natural ability for working an audience" - EdFringeReview.com
Supporting act: Alex Mitchell
Alex reached the finals of Britains got talent in 2024 after winning his semi by public vote (the only comic to do so). All three of his Britain’s Got Talent performances have individually amassed tens of thousands of views online.
A queer, autistic, disabled comic who uses self-deprecating humour and observational material to create a hilarious but heart-warming atmosphere wherever he performs. Laughing at himself, his neurodivergence, disability and sexuality – to reflect on some of the most difficult subjects within his own life and wider society, Mitchell is a truly “Funny and fearless” comic.
"Funny and Fearless" - Simon Cowell
"Absolutely sensational" - Alesha Dixon
"A natural, friendly energy" - Chortle
Supporting act: Kate Robb
A rising star on the circuit, Kate began her comedy career in 2023 and quickly gained recognition for her sharp writing and relatable material, becoming a semi-finalist in the Funny Women Awards just months after her first performance.
“Talented and going places.” - Notts Comedy Review
“A star in the making” - Den of Laughs Comedy
“Definitely one to watch” - Gag n Bone Man Comedy
MC: Patrick Draper
Your MC for night is the dry, witty, and extremely funny Patrick Draper,
English Comedian of the year finalist
"Consistently Funny - 4 stars, highly recommended" Fringe Review
"A Bulletproof Act" Stagefright Comedy
Ticket Price includes Chilli Nachos / Vegan Chilli Nachos
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