Forget your troubles, cancel your plans, and prepare for an evening of pure hilarity. We're bringing together a killer lineup of comics ready to unleash their sharpest gags, silliest stories, and most side-splitting observations.
Expect the unexpected, from laugh-out-loud one-liners to gloriously unhinged tales - all served up in the cosy chaos of BT Social Club in Cosham.
Bring your mates, bring your laughter, and bring a spare pair of socks - just in case the jokes knock the first pair clean off!
Event Details 🎤
Doors Open at 7:00PM
Starts at 8:00PM
Location 📍
BT Social Club, 82 High St, Cosham, Portsmouth, PO6 3AJ
Venue Information 🍻
Guests can enjoy a selection of beer, wine, spirits, and soft drinks from the on-site bar.
This venue does not offer step-free or wheelchair access at this time.
Line-up 🎭
Mark Simmons
Mark is a master of the one-liner. He is crisp, clever, and fast. Since launching his comedy career in 2008, he’s become one of the UK’s most celebrated pun merchants. A constant presence at the Edinburgh Fringe, Mark clinched Dave’s prestigious 'Best Joke of the Fringe' prize in 2024.
His debut tour, Quip Off the Mark, sold over 16,000 tickets across 100–130+ dates, with multiple sell-outs in venues like Leicester Square Theatre, Leeds City Varieties, and Bristol Tobacco Factory Theatre. He’s no stranger to TV, appearing on Mock the Week and ITV’s Out There.
Mark also fronts the popular podcast Jokes With Mark Simmons, where he invites fellow comedians to dissect jokes they just can't get to work.
What the critics say:
“One of the UK’s pre-eminent pun merchants… the quickest quipster in show business.” - Evening Standard
“A talented comic with an artisan’s grasp of joke-writing.” - Chortle
Julian Deane
Celebrated for his razor-sharp wit and deadpan precision, Julian Deane's punchlines land with surgical accuracy. Julian has showcased his talents on television, appearing on The Russell Howard Hour, and bringing his compelling stage presence to sold-out arenas while supporting Paul Chowdhry on his global “Live Innit” tour - including a standout date at Wembley Arena. Behind the scenes, his writing credits span acclaimed shows like Mock the Week, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, and Morgan Spurlock’s New Britannia.
Critics have been consistently glowing:
“Deliciously twisted. A stream of seriously good gags. Quick, sharply written and endlessly repeatable lines.” - The Guardian
“Assured and brilliant. Deane is a class apart. A master of hilarious twists and turns.” - Chortle
“It’s just a matter of time before Julian Deane gets a boost up the comedy rankings. His trick is to make you think you’re watching standard stand-up fare, then twisting expectations with sharp, original punchlines.” - The Independent
Natalie Bryce
Natalie Bryce is a Scottish storytelling and observational comic with a knack for finding the funny in the everyday - and making it feel like you’ve known her forever.
A Scottish Comedian of the Year Finalist and South Coast Comedian of the Year Semi-Finalist, Natalie has brought her quick wit and relatable tales to stages across the UK, including tour support for Joe Wells. Her friendly personality draws audiences in, while her sharp, original material keeps them laughing long after the lights go up.
“Her gregarious personality engages.” - Chortle
“I expect to be seeing a lot more of her as she rises through the circuit. A very good act.” - Paul McCaffrey
“Natalie Bryce is one of the best new comics on the circuit, great material, original ideas and a superb performer.” – Joe Wells
Natalie is quickly becoming a favourite on the live comedy scene — a natural storyteller with the punchlines to match.
Andrew Fox
Fresh off a council estate in Kent, Andrew Fox is Maidstone’s own Cheeky Chavvy - bringing big laughs and the occasional gold chain of wisdom to stages across the UK.
Winner of the Komedia New Comedy Award 2024, and Leicester Festival Comedian of the Year Runner Up 2025, Andrew blends sharp writing with a warm, playful presence, offering an authentic world view that’s ripe for affectionate mockery. His punchline-packed sets are delivered with the charm of someone you’d happily share a pint (or an ASBO) with.
“A surfeit of punchlines and a clear authentic world view, ripe for affectionate mockery.” - Steve Bennett, Chortle
“A clever and accessible set.” - Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke
“Hugely relatable, funny, warm and engaging! Go see him!” - Esther Manito
Andrew is fast becoming one of the most exciting and original voices in UK comedy.
Travis Booth-Millard
Your host for the evening, Travis Booth-Millard, was once a budding actor, but swapped the stage lights for a microphone in a mission to make audiences laugh so hard they question their bladder control. With his warm, cheeky charm, Travis makes audiences feel instantly welcome - before leading them into his surreal, absurdist, and deadpan world. He’s the winner of the Coggeshall Comedy Cup 2025, Runner-Up in the Norwich Comedian of the Year 2025, and was shortlisted for the BBC New Comedy Awards 2024.
*Please note: line-up may be subject to change owing to production commitments, scheduling, or other unforeseen requirements.
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