HEADLINER: PAUL TONKINSON
One of the finest stand-ups the UK has to offer, Paul Tonkinson is noted for his effervescent physicality and skilful impressions, which bring alive exuberant, tender comic reflections on love, family, and the day-to-day idiosyncrasies of 21st century life. His first class material, combined with tremendous charm and irrepressible, infectious energy make for a formidable talent.
Paul burst into the nation’s consciousness as a presenter hosting seminal live telly – The Sunday Show on BBC2, Ch. 4’s The Big Breakfast, he also fronted radio shows on XFM in London and Manchester. His first love however has always been stand-up, with numerous TV appearances – BBC One’s Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and Comedy Central’s The Comedy Store and The World Stands-Up.
He has played at comedy festivals around the world including the prestigious Montreal Just For Laughs festival, hosting the esteemed Brit-com Gala. As well as his own UK tour Tonkinson has also worked extensively with Michael McIntyre, supporting him on arena tours across the UK and worldwide, most recently, in 2023, on trips to Norway, New Zealand, and Australia.
‘Watching Tonkinson storm is one of the best sights in
– Sean Walsh
comedy. It’s like watching somebody fly’
WITH SUPPORT FROM JEREMY FLYNN
Jeremy Flynn is a naturally funny comedian who, after starting comedy in 2015, quickly made a name for himself as one of the best acts on the lively Bristol comedy scene. Since then he has gone on to delighting audiences around the country with his unique mix of observations anecdotes and gags, leaving audiences in stitches. In 2019 was nominated for the prestigious Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year.
Jeremy is now one of the most in demand tour supports on the circuit, and you can find him performing for some of the best comedy clubs and promoters in the country.
COMEDIAN COMPLETING THE LINE-UP IS BEN TRELOAR
Winning Cornish Comedian of the Year, shortlisted for the BBC New Comedy Awards, and selected by the Leicester Comedy Festival as an industry circuit breaker, Ben is definitely one to watch. With fantastic self-deprecating punchlines and quick crowdwork, it’s easy to see why he’s getting booked across the UK and providing tour support for TV names.
“Bloody funny” – Jessica Fostekew
MC TOM GLOVER
Tom Glover is a West Country comedy powerhouse with a razor-sharp wit and effortless charm that have made him one of the most sought-after comedians in the UK. A master of crowd work, Tom’s natural ability to connect with audiences ensures every show is packed with laughter from start to finish.
With a career spanning comedy clubs and festivals across the UK, Tom has earned a reputation as a reliable crowd-pleaser. Whether sharing hilarious anecdotes or engaging the audience with quick-fire banter, Tom’s warmth and humour make him the perfect host for Lyme Regis Comedy Club.
LINE UP IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE, REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ISSUED IF THE LINE UP DOES ALTER.
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