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Comedy in the Caves

Attention all comedy lovers and cave enthusiasts! Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Ian Whitcombe Comedy brings you “Comedy in the Caves”!

You won’t want to miss out on 6 hilarious stand-up comedians performing live in an actual cave.

The caves are located beneath the beautiful Whistle & Flute pub on Derby Road, Nottingham, and offer the perfect blend of laughter and adventure in a truly unique environment.

Join us for a one-of-a-kind comedy show that you won’t find anywhere else!

Book your tickets now and get ready to have an incredible time!

Enjoy hours of laughter with these incredible acts :

Tommy Tomski (MC)

Midlands Comedy Awards best MC 2019 winner will be your host on the night with an affable style, an irrepressible charm and 5 years of experience making the audience part of the show. With expert interaction and some very well-crafted material woven in for good measure. Expect some top-quality crowd work!

Tommy Tomski – Midlands Comedy Award winning MC, expect some spicy audience interaction with a machine gun delivery.

“Visually interesting” – Notts Comedy Review

Masai Graham (Headliner)

Award-winning gag merchant (Dave TV UK Pun Championship winner 2016 & Dave TV Top 10 Edinburgh jokes Winner 2016)

Gags galore from clean to clever and smutty to dark so expect puns, one-liners and wordplay in this 3.3 laughs per minute bonanza.

‘Annoyingly good’ (Gary Delaney, Mock the Week).

‘Flashes of proper genius’ (Chortle.co.uk).

Henry Michael

Henry Michael joins us with stories from the NHS frontline. As an A&E doctor, he has seen some incredible sights and will regale you with stories of the frankly unbelievable state the general public can get in to. Never less than entertaining, and probably the only chance you’ll get to see a doctor this year!

Runner-Up – KFPC Comedian of the Year ’21

Finalist – Max Turner Prize ’20

Runner-Up – Rudi Lickwood’s Five Minutes to Shine ’19

Kirsty Munro

Kirsty Munro is a vibrant comedian hailing from Leicester. She delivers punchy stories, high-energy physicality and engaging crowd work. Winning Best New Act at Comedy Cashback in her first year of comedy in 2011, Kirsty has since performed solo shows at Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Leicester Comedy Festival and Brighton Fringe Festival. She is a natural MC, with her quick wit and naughty-but-nice style.

“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!” Who Knows Comedy.

“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.comWinner, Best New Act, Crumblin Cookie Comedy Cashback, 2011.

Captain “The Butcher” Reality

One of the most surreal and hugely entertaining acts on the circuit today. Stan Skinny’s character act, Captain “The Butcher” Reality brought the house down at one of our recent gigs with his crazy and hugely funny antics. Hold on to your seats for this one !

Please be advised that our comedy line-ups are subject to change. Our talented comedians are in high demand and, on occasion, may need to cancel at short notice for television or radio recordings, among other reasons. Rest assured, we will always provide a replacement act of similar quality to ensure that our guests receive a great overall show experience.

While most of our guests come for the entire show, we understand that some may be traveling to see a particular comedian. If that’s the case, we recommend checking our website on the day of the show or joining our mailing list to receive the latest updates on any changes to the line-up. We’re committed to providing our guests with the best possible experience, and we thank you for your understanding.

This event is a 18+ event and may contain strong language.

Mad Ron : Crime School

Multi award winning Mad Ron brings Crime school (nominated for “Best Show” at the Leicester Comedy Festival 2023) to the Nottingham Comedy Festival. We need to know when we are being ripped off, £1.50 for a bottle of water, dentists on pop star wages just for sticking a finger in your mouth. Huge swathes of our cities are no go zones which are money traps due to congestion charges and ULEZ zones. Before you know it, you’ve had to remortgage your house because you’re thirsty or you’ve misunderstood your SAT NAV.

Packed with gags…..Lucy Porter

Very Funny…….Paul Sinha

Date Night: Improvised History

What was your favourite date? Join Leicester’s own Adam & Hannah as they use their encyclopedic* knowledge of the past to bring history to life right in front of you, entirely made up on the spot. No scripts, no rehearsals, just two performers and a selection of anachronistic hats. “Genuinely funny!” “I’m exhausted with mirth!”

Sallyann Fellowes – Salien

Sallyann’s show SALIEN WIP is about not fitting in.

Expect real-life experiences that aren’t even remotely like real life and weirdness that will have you on the edge of your seats – in short, expect tales of the unexpected.

Learn something about her neurodiversity and how this might explain why Sallyann sees the world in a way that no one else sees it and why it feels alien and find out about her journey through life as revealed through a bizarre pantomime of stories and anecdotes. Sallyann is Neurodiverse and LGBTQ+ and welcomes everyone to her show.

New Forest Comedian of the Year 2023

Museum of Comedy Not So New Comedian of the Year Runner-Up (2nd)

2Northdown 2021 New Act Competition Finalist 2021

Comedy Bloomers LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the Year 2022 semi-finalist

G&B Comedy All Stars Winner 2023

This show is part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival.

Roland Gent – Embarrassing Dad

Embarrassing Dad has already played at Holly Bush Festival, Rhyl, Festival and Didsbury Festival Manchester, going to Brighton Fringe.

Runner up prize as best hour long show at Holly Bush Birmingham.

“They fuck you up, your mum and dad.
They may not mean to, but they do.
They fill you with the faults they had
And add some extra, just for you.”

Yes that well known poem by Josef Fritzel Philip Larkin, is the basis for my show

Interestingly enough Philp Larkin’s own dad was actually a British Nazi, who took his own son to the Nurenberg Rallies, it must have made “First day back at school” a bit interesting when the teacher said “ and what did we all do for the summer holidays?”

It’s one hour of stand up, that reflects back on every mum and dad, a series of dilemmas on being a parent.

How do you be a good parent? and what would you do to get our kids into the best school? And what class are you middle class? Lower middle class? Upper Class?

Would you change religion?

Would you move house?

Or just send them to Bash Street Comprehensive?

Or sell out and join the Elite.? 60 % of the cabinet went to private school, look at Boris Johnson a man who became the Prime Minister only got where he is cos he went to Eton. David Cameron Fucked a dead pig and got to be Prime Minister. I shag one sheep.. And I get a criminal record where’s the justice?

What’s the best name to give your kid? What’s the worst name?

Can you be a cool Dad? Or are you doomed to be an embarrassment to your kids?

Should you try to pass your tastes on to your kids?

Is there simply no way out?

Maybe its best not to grow up and keep drinking cider at the bus stop.

What if your daughter had a tremendous talent? What if she just had the chance to do something amazing, should you be a pushy showbiz parent? This is the true story behind Embarrassing Dad

We tried to send our daughter to a school so posh that…. None of the kids had kids

We tried to send our daughter to a school so posh that…. Instead of sawdust to soak up the puke, the janitor used quinoa

We tried to send our daughter to a school so posh that…. The teachers had butlers to abuse the kids

We tried to send our daughter to a school so posh that…. the teachers read out the register instead of signing one!

We tried to send our daughter to a school so posh that…. Kids took snuff behind the bike sheds.

The show includes advice from the world’s number one best selling book on parenting….that Roland got given to by his dad, it’s now very embarrassing, because it was written by someone who turned out to be rather infamous..with hilarious

This show is part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival.

JOKES@THEJUICE

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.

‘One of the best newbie sets I’ve ever seen’ – John Morris, Late Stage Comedy

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

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

Callum Jarvis-Jones

Callum has been described by many as “troubling” and “a danger to himself and society”, however such glowing reviews haven’t gone to his head and his feet remain firmly planted on the ground.

“Comedy gold” – Exposed Magazine
“Truly Inspiring” – surprisingly legitimate audience quote
“Really great… but please don’t use that as a wanky quote to promote yourself” – John Robertson

Simon Hall

Loud, manic and ridiculous, Simon Hall is quickly making a name for himself. He tells stories from his life with a high gag rate and engaging stage presence. Fresh off a successful run at Brighton Fringe Simon is taking his debut show, 4 Big Cs, to Camden and Edinburgh Fringe.

“A genuinely funny bloke.” Geoff Norcott.

Phil Jerky

Witty, crude, and irreverent, Phil shares the more ridiculous side of living with a disability, and the odd knob gag.

Cal Fox

International man of mystery Cal Fox failed to put in a biography to post here, so we don’t know anything about him. Will he be good ? Will he be crap ? Who knows !

“Never heard of him” – Ian Whitcombe Comedy

Sunny Shine

Sunny has been on the comedy scene for several years and survived thru a global pandemic, he is one of life’s hangers on. Bringing his authentic brand of humour as an ephemeral experience to audiences where ever they will have him. With his beguiling tones and rhythmic delivery, he is unique on the standup scene. As a regular host of all jokes aside he has found new a new way to hold audiences captive.

“Very good. closed his performance on a high” – Notts comedy review.

Tash Coyle

Natasha started gigging in Glasgow in October 2022 and has since performed around the UK. She is a proud Midlander and is an English person who studied their own language at an English university and then at a Scottish university. Who knows what accent she’s going to have !

“She was so funny, I lost my trousers” – Donald

Felix Parkin

Felix is a youthful, anecdotal comedian who is rapidly climbing up the comedy ladder, with several recent competition wins. See him now before he’s too famous to appear with us !

“Intelligent and well-written material” – Notts Comedy Review
Ding Dong Gong Show Winner
G&B New Act Competition Winner

Comedy in the Caves

Attention all comedy lovers and cave enthusiasts! Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Ian Whitcombe Comedy brings you “Comedy in the Caves”!

You won’t want to miss out on 6 hilarious stand-up comedians performing live in an actual cave.

The caves are located beneath the beautiful Whistle & Flute pub on Derby Road, Nottingham, and offer the perfect blend of laughter and adventure in a truly unique environment.

Join us for a one-of-a-kind comedy show that you won’t find anywhere else!

Book your tickets now and get ready to have an incredible time!

Enjoy hours of laughter with these incredible acts :

Chris “Okse” Oxenbury (MC)

Okse, a Midlands Comedy Award winner in 2019 is making a comeback after a 7 year hiatus. He’s now a lot older and a lot wider, but still hilarious. Okse is guaranteed to warm the crowd up and get everyong ready to enjoy a cracking night of comedy.

“Cheeky, charming and cheerful comedy” Buzz Comedy

Scott Bennett (Headliner)

After starting comedy in late 2009, Scott is a stand-up comedian and writer whose star is most definitely on the rise. His last two shows Leap Year and Relax were nominated for ‘Best Show’ at the Leicester Comedy Festival and has been named by Chortle as One To Watch for 2018 and 19.

His debut hour stand up show, About a Roy, was nominated for the highly acclaimed Amused Moose Comedy Award and was selected as one of the top ten shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2015.

In 2021 he recorded his debut for Live at the Apollo BBC1. You will have heard him as a regular guest on BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, The Now Show, The Likely Dads and Elephant in the Room with Sarah Millican. He also appeared on The Summer Festival with Daliso Chaponda, The Comedy Club with Arthur Smith, and Knock Knock with Helen Lederer. In 2018, he also featured on the BBC One show, Live from The Edinburgh Fringe.

He also features on the new Nationwide adverts, released in 2020 and 2021.

During the lockdown of 2020, Scott pioneered the viral hit, Stand up from the Shed, a weekly topical live streamed stand up show from his actual garden shed. The show achieved national coverage in the press, Sky News, BBC News and Five Live.

At the end of 2020, in the Comics Comic awards Scott was voted “Best Act” a prestigious award decided by comedians and promoters in the industry. Previous winners include, Mick Ferry, Zoe Lyons and Ian Stone.

In 2022 he was nominated as Best Club Comedian in the Chortle awards.

In 2017 and 18 Scott supported his comedy hero, Rob Brydon on his National UK tour dates for his latest show I am Standing Up and was selected to do a support slots for Jason Manford and John Bishop. He also worked alongside Michael McIntyre as part of his work in progress shows at the Duchess Theatre in London with Keri Godliman, Russell Kane and Ed Gamble.

In addition to his stand up work Scott is also a talented writer. He was a programme associate on First and Last with Jason Manford for BBC One, a writer for The Chris Ramsey Show on Comedy Central. He’s written stand up for big touring acts including Jason Manford and Rob Brydon and has worked extensively for BBC Radio 4, with writing credits including The News Quiz, and Citizen of Nowhere with Daliso Chaponda. He was also one of the main writers on the prime time BBC One Show, Little Mix – The Search hosted by Chris Ramsey.
As a filmmaker and writer of comedy shorts Scott has had his work officially selected for The Beeston Film Festival 2019 and the New York City Comedy Shorts Festival 2020.

Ben Briggs

Ben started stand up comedy in 2008 and quickly established himself as one of the hardest working comedians in the country. In his first year he made it to the final of The Hilarity Bites new act competition and won 2 Fun House Comedy Gong Shows.

His likeable stage presence and sharp material has made him in demand as an act and compere up and down the country and saw him reach the Final of the Midlands Comedian of the Year Award in 2011. Open and honest in his material he has progressed onto paid 15’s and 20’s and is a solid compere for any club.

2015 saw Ben reach the Final of the English Comedian of the Year Competition held in The Udderbelly at The South Bank in London.

Ben has appeared at the Birmingham, Nottingham, Edinburgh and Leicester Comedy Festivals and debuted his first hour show, ‘Solo Traveller’ in 2012 at the Leicester Comedy Festival to a sell out audience and great reviews. In 2013 Ben was back at Dave’s Leicester Comedy Festival with another sell out show, ‘All Growed Up’ and returned in 2014 with a new hour long show, ‘the evolution of me (whoever that is) and 2015 with a new hour ‘its not all about you’ which both sold out.

Quotes –
– ‘Inherently appealing style’ – Steve Bennett – Chortle
– ‘Absolutely stormed it’ – Juice Comedy
– ‘Good Jokes. Great Comfortable performer’ – Midlands Comedian of the Year Final
– ‘Quick witted and well constructed jokes’ – Speak Easy Comedy
– ‘Ben Briggs goes first and storms it’ – The Gag Factory
– ‘a very strong and confident performer, with great material, which he delivers excellently’
Creative Cows Comedy
– ‘one of the best new acts i’ve seen for a long time. Great material and full of lively winning charm’ – Ship of Fools Comedy and HaHaHarborough

Midlands Comedy Awards 2015 – Best Act – Nominated
English Comedian of the Year 2015 – Finalist
Midlands Comedy Awards 2014 – Best Act – Nominated
Midlands Comedian of the Year 2011 – Finalist
Fun House Comedy Champion of Champions 2009 – Finalist
Fun House Comedy Gong Show Winner x 2 – 2008
Hilarity Bites New Act 2008 – Finalist

Sallyann Fellowes

Sallyann is a self-diagnosed weirdo. She’s neurodiverse, utterly mystified by the world she inhabits, and sure as Haribo doesn’t get the human race. She’s the most likely person to fall over nothing or get lost in a toilet.

Winner of the New Forest Comedian of the Year – 2023

2Northdown new act competition 2021 finalist

Comedy Bloomers LGBTQ+ new comedian of the year 2022 semi-finalist

Winner of Queerovision #5 2022

“Sallyann will surprise you at every turn with hilarious real-life anecdotes and spirited delivery” – Martin Willis, founder of Objectively Funny

This event is a 18+ event and may contain strong language.

JOKES@THEJUICE

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.

‘One of the best newbie sets I’ve ever seen’ – John Morris, Late Stage Comedy

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

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

Joe Kent Walters

Joe is an English stand-up comedian, stage comedian, and actor, who brings his anarchic chaotic, and above all, hilarious comedy to the Juice Bar. After winning the Chortle Student Comedy Award final in 2021, Joe has gone from strength to strength, creating characters as wild and diverse as it’s possible to be. The underlying theme of all these characters is how undeniably funny they all are. You’re guaranteed a headline set that will end with tears in your eyes and your jaw aching from laughing so hard for 20 minutes straight. Don’t miss this incredible act.

Emily Webster

Emily left school with a dream to do anything but work in an office. Twelve years later she’s chased sheep out of a car park, cleaned a castle and negotiated fuddle politics…

let’s say it’s not gone to plan!

“There’s a real joy in Webster’s use of words and how relatable her material is.” Notts Comedy Review.

Ian Peskett

As the poster child for the formula “tragedy + time = comedy” Ian’s tales of misadventure will keep you on the edge of your seat.

“One of the most promising up and coming acts on the East Midlands Comedy circuit.” Spiky Mike – Funhouse Comedy

Al Stevenson

Al started comedy in October 2022 (a comedy embryo) as a preemptive strike against turning 30. Stories of life as a gay man with adhd sprinkled with smut for the world to hear!

“Destined to be a Stand Up” – Lost Voice Guy Beat The Frog Winner (13/02/2023)

Lovell Smith

Ex-champion bodybuilder Lovell started comedy mid 2019, after deciding modeling on that type of stage wasn’t the right platform moving forward. After only a few initial shows and months, working the circuits, Lovell won the prestigious Midlands Best New Act Award 2019. Previous winners include Joe Lycett, and Darren Harriot. So as you can see Lovell is in great company with these other well-known comedians.

Where has he been seen? Well, Lovell has performed all around the UK. In an incredibly short space of time, Lovell has established himself firmly on the British comedy circuit. Regularly performing at Glee Club amongst other prestigious venues, filling seats with laughs is never an issue. Not only that, but he’s also collected some international air miles along the way too at a number of shows!
Lovell will be supporting Daliso Chaponda (Britain’s Got Talent star) on his Birmingham dates later this year and also the hilarious Nathan Caton (Live at the Apollo star) also in Lovell’s hometown , Birmingham.

Captain The Butcher Reality

TBC

Eric 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 abit 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

Comedy in the Caves

Attention all comedy lovers and cave enthusiasts! Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Ian Whitcombe Comedy brings you “Comedy in the Caves”!

You won’t want to miss out on 6 hilarious stand-up comedians performing live in an actual cave.

The caves are located beneath the beautiful Whistle & Flute pub on Derby Road, Nottingham, and offer the perfect blend of laughter and adventure in a truly unique environment.

Join us for a one-of-a-kind comedy show that you won’t find anywhere else!

Book your tickets now and get ready to have an incredible time!

Enjoy hours of laughter with these incredible acts :

Kevin Daniel (MC)

Kevin Daniel – Kevin has established himself as one of the hottest newer acts on the comedy circuit. Now getting regular paid work from established comedy promoters across the UK, his commanding stage presence, relatable exquisite storytelling, and jokes a plenty, always leave audiences wanting more. In his short comedy career, Kevin has performed at many comedy clubs including The Stand in Glasgow, Glee Club Birmingham, Just The Tonic Leicester, ROFL in Newcastle Under Lyme / Loughborough, and The Hull Comedy Lounge. Kevin has also supported Nathan Caton and Jack Gleadow on their UK tour shows. In 2023 Kevin performed his first 60 minute work in progress show “FREEDOM”, to sold out rooms, at the Leicester and Glasgow Comedy Festivals.

Chortle’s – One To Watch List For 2023
Silver Stand Up Leicester Comedy Festival 2023 – Finalist
British Comedian Of The Year 2022 – Semi Finalist
Midlands Comedy Breakthrough Act of The Year 2021 – Finalist
West Yorkshire New Comedian of The Year 2021 – Finalist
Midlands Comedy New Act of The Year 2019 – Finalist

“A very established act, with a strong set. He stepped up on one of my nights where he was doing a middle. The closer couldn’t make the gig. Kevin went back on and had a wonderful gig, would highly recommend to other promoters” Laughter Craft Comedy (Jonathan Elston)

“One of the fastest rising acts on the comedy circuit, Kevin has gone from open spots to full paid weekend spots in lightening fast time, with a great ability to read the room and incorporate callbacks to things that happened earlier in the night” Funhouse Comedy (Mike Bottomley)

“A pro level comic, his room work and material completely gelled, he has a cracking comedy brain. Not only a bookable act but a banker of an act” Notts Comedy Review

“Extremely bookable act and gets better every time I see him.” Proper Funny (Jason Neale)

“His storytelling ability belies his experience, and he never fails to deliver a top notch performance” RockCentral Promotions (Anthony Williams)

“A natural talent!” Crazy Bird (Nic Bird)

“One of the best newer acts I’ve seen. He took control of the audience with a quiet confidence” Big Deal Comedy (Jason Stampe)

“A hilarious newer act with all the confidence and assurance of an act with many years experience” Giggleshack (Colin Havey)

“A fantastic act and a thoroughly nice guy to be around” Comedy Crate (Mike Chase)

Ant Dewson (Headliner)

Ant Dewson is a comedian, mediocre piano player and singer of silly songs (many of which are rude). He performs at the top comedy clubs in the country, from The Stand in Edinburgh to Up The Creek and Angel in London.

Ant has shared the stage with some of the best comedians in the country including Micky Flanagan, Frank Skinner and Lee Mack. He’s also shared the stage with some right shockers, all of whom he is too polite to mention here.

Ant is a comedy writer for shows on BBC Radio 4 and Sky One. He’s also performed on BBC Radio London and is a regular presenter on Riverside Radio.

Ant passed his Grade 6 violin with merit.

“Highlight of the night.” Tom Robinson, BBC 6Music

“Genuinely funny… very clever… filthy.” Three Weeks

“A musical comedy feast.” The Skinny

“Pure unadulterated hilarity.” Newbury Weekly News

“Kept the whole audience entertained” Notts Comedy Revue

**** Three Weeks

**** Ed Fringe Podcast

Dawn Bailey

Dawn is a 40 something (ahem just turned 50) Mum who views life through happy specs and giddy knickers (her own words).

An original performer, Dawn won the XS Manchester Radio Comedian of the Year in 2016, which led to her presenting a show on the station

A likeable and affable nature, Dawn is a regular on the UK comedy circuit and performs for some of the most reputable promoters in the Country.

Dawn’s honesty regarding life and love are raw, straight to the point and comes with a no-holds-barred delivery. She is a merry maker and definitely loves to have a damn good chuckle

Pin sharp anecdotes from a life juggling a career, kids, attending weekly slimming club meetings and the joys of involuntary flatulence… she’s a very funny lady”- The BBC

Louis Etienne

Bradford-based observationalist comedian who likes to talk about race, sex and all things taboo.

Jack Wilson

Jack is three years in to doing stand-up and was described as “brilliant” by Micky P Kerr and “The guys got his game together” by Nish Kumar and “One of the most intelligent joke writers on the circuit” Rock Central.

Josh Reynolds

Josh Reynolds used stand up as a coming out device on both they’re sexuality and gender. It’d have been easier to just post on TikTok… but since then they have been shortlisted for LGBTQ+ new comedian of the year 2022, runner up of best new act – Midlands comedy award amongst others.

While most of our guests come for the entire show, we understand that some may be traveling to see a particular comedian. If that’s the case, we recommend checking our website on the day of the show or joining our mailing list to receive the latest updates on any changes to the line-up. We’re committed to providing our guests with the best possible experience, and we thank you for your understanding.

Comedy in the Caves

Attention all comedy lovers and cave enthusiasts! Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Ian Whitcombe Comedy brings you “Comedy in the Caves”!

You won’t want to miss out on 6 hilarious stand-up comedians performing live in an actual cave.

The caves are located beneath the beautiful Whistle & Flute pub on Derby Road, Nottingham, and offer the perfect blend of laughter and adventure in a truly unique environment.

Join us for a one-of-a-kind comedy show that you won’t find anywhere else!

Book your tickets now and get ready to have an incredible time!

Enjoy hours of laughter with these incredible acts :

Lovell Smith (MC)

Friz Frizzle (Headliner)

Friz is our headliner for the evening and is a non-binary musical comedian. Friz has headlined many shows across the country, so we’re very lucky to be able to welcome him to our much smaller show. Friz won a Leicester Comedy Festival award for best show and has previously written for Mock the Week. He has also performed on Radio 4 as well as a number of sell-out Fringe shows.

You will laugh, sing along and cry tears of joy with Friz. He’s that good!

“A Master of Musical Comedy” – Comedy Central UK

“You will laugh, sing along and cry tears of joy with Friz. He’s that good! addition to any lineup, strong material from the start, and the crowd instantly warm to him” – Jord Lozman (Lairy Laughs comedy)

Jules OBrian

Nominated for the Birmingham Comedy Festival Breaking Talent Award 2022

“Funny as f***” Mama Life Magazine

“Splendid…a quality performance” Notts Comedy Review

Shortlisted for Funny Women 2021

Get Up Stand Up semi finalist 2022

Hussein Ali

Hussein is an observational comedian who shares a mixtures of punchy jokes and short stories from a unique perspective.

A truly eloquent master of the misdirect and patron of the punchline. His intelligent delivery will have you clutching at your sides in Laughter.

He’s won the infamous “Beat the Gong” in Stockton in December 2022.

Vittorio Angelone – “One for the future, keep an eye out”

Peter Fox – (Nottingham Comedy Review) – “He’s a very promising act”

Adam Unwin

A big fan of fresh bread, giving blood, and disappointing old primary school teachers when they meet up years later. After 5 years spent performing up and down the country with award-nominated improv troupes, Adam’s finally written something down. Adam brings an incredible amount of energy to the stage and is instantly funny.

“So funny it’s annoying” – Kevin Daniel

Chris Yates

Hailing from Malvern via Birmingham and the Isle of Wight, failed musician and bedraggled millennial layabout Chris Yates combines a moth-eaten shambolic demeanour with off-beat takes on bizarre topics well outside his limited intellect. Reaching the final of the distinctly regional Stand Up For Cider competition during his first year in comedy, Chris has been delighting and bemusing audiences in equal measure. Chris won the Best New Act award at the 2022 Midlands Comedy Awards