Live Stand Up Comedy at the Fox & Grapes

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This show has an exciting change in lineup! Unfortunately, Jon Wagstaffe can’t make it but we’ve hit the jackpot with our new headliner – the uproarious Barry Dodds! ??

Barry, a four-time winner of the ‘Best MC’ at the Midlands Comedy Awards, effortlessly entertains with his down to earth observational humour and unique charm. He’s also a co-creator of the successful podcast ‘The Parapod,’ which explores all things paranormal!

That’s not all! Barry’s ‘Parapod Movie’ hit the Apple Movie Top Ten chart and is now available on Amazon Prime, gathering high praises from both fans and critics alike.

With regular appearances at top UK comedy clubs like The Glee Club, Frog and Bucket, Manford’s and Hifi, Barry’s talent for storytelling is renowned. He’s even been supporting Jason Manford on his ‘Like Me’ tour and has a podcast with fellow comedian Hayley Ellis called ‘The Worriers.’

So gear up for a night of incredible laughter and come join us for what promises to be a night to remember! Save the date and be there tomorrow!

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Join us for a fantastic night of live comedy, featuring some of the brightest and best comics in the country. Enjoy hours of laughter with these incredible acts :

Ian Whitcombe (MC)

Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week, Taskmaster and Britain’s Got Talent are just a few of the programmes Ian’ has never appeared on. The list is literally endless!

Groan-inducing puns, sparkling one-liners and stories about where doctors like to put their fingers mean that this act is a must-see.

“Ian’s one-liners are well thought out, clever and genuinely laugh out loud” – Oli Clarke, Toolmakers Comedy Club

Ian has a natural & likable stage presence with good pacing and nice jokes” – Greg Phillips – Laffa Cake Comedy

Jon Wagstaffe (Headliner) – Jon can no longer make this event and has been replaced by Barry Dodds

Alex Camp (Opener)

Alex Camp is an upbeat musical act, blending sharp, absurd and sometimes dirty jokes with catchy irreverent songs and combining his flair for crowd work with guitar skills to generate unique, hilarious sets that are a little different every time. Starting out in Tokyo, Japan with the renowned Stand Up Tokyo crew, opening for Aziz Ansari, Phil Wang, Lou Sanders, Neal Brennan and many more, he moved to Manchester just before the pandemic but has racked up spots at the Frog and Bucket, Hot Water Comedy, Alexander’s and more. A talented MC as well as an act, he runs nights in Manchester at Matt and Phred’s and the Dulcimer and recently came off a sold-out Edinburgh split hour. Alex also runs Lay Down Comedy and Full Swing Comedy in Manchester

“Alex is an immensely promising voice with an eye both for a great joke and a great song” Paul Sinha

Harry Jenkins

Our youngest comedian tonight is Harry Jenkins, who is absolutely ripping the comedy scene apart with his irreverent take on life. His stage craft and audience work is incredible and this has shown as he’s romped to victory in numerous comedy competitions. Harry is certainly one to watch and we’re delighted he could join us. 

“A natural at working with the energies of a room” – Notts Comedy Review

Kirsty Munro

Kirsty is a force of nature on stage, with her high energy storytelling and subjects from cringe to pure genius, this lady has it all! You will absolutely love her!

‘Wow brilliant, Kirsty’s energy is infectious and you’re hooked from the start, proper solid jokes too.’ Jack Gleadow.

‘With her naughty but nice comedy style, Kirsty is storming it.’ Doug Carter.

‘Feisty, Funny and Genuine’ FD2D.com

Winner, Best New Act, Crumblin Cookie Comedy Cashback, 2011.

Eric Max Powers

Eric Max Powers is an African story telling comedian but British when he needs to be, Eric talks about growing up in England and becoming a dad, a bit silly, somewhat serious overall funny “The absolute highlight of the night. Well-crafted material, comfortably delivered.” Kung fu pug comedy Solid material – Notts comedy review