GRINSTOCK COMEDY CLUB - May 9th

Grinstock brings you the third in their new DOUBLE HEADLINER SHOWS, that means even more amazing comedy then you've seen before, we know hard to believe or think possible. What with our club being nominated twice by National TV and Radio Stations, Absolute Radio and Dave TV. 

Now the largest independent monthly comedy club outside London. If you have yet to join us over the last 10 years, don't wait another 10, get on down to our monthly nights and join 200 plus other people monthly get a much needed dose of laughter. 

Here is the line up for May 9th and it is truly outstanding as always:

MC RUSSELL HICKS

Guest Appearance on NBC’s “Before The Morning After”

One of the ‘Top Six Comics to Watch’ by LA’s Stand Up Talk Magazine

Appearances on LA based panel show Direct TV’s ‘What’s News?’

A regular guest on hit podcast -Talkin’ Sh*t with Eddie Ifft.

One of the most exciting comics to come out of America, Russell Hicks is branded one of the 'Top Six Comics to Watch' by LA's Stand Up Talk Magazine. He has appeared on LA based panel show Direct TV's 'What's News?' and is a regular guest on hit podcasts such as Talkin' Sh*t with Eddie Ifft.

Headlining the nationally acclaimed student circuit in the United States, Russell regularly takes his hour long solo shows across the country to the biggest universities. Prolific and consistently delivering quality new work, audience members are often compelled to return for two nights in a row. Fast and loose, no two shows are ever the same.

He really is a force to be reckoned with, he holds a unique ability to perform with no prewritten material or jokes, a true master of comedy and an electric performance is always assured whenever he performs.

What the press have to say:

"Hicks has a sharp wit.. the pessimism of Jack Dee mixed with the deadpan aggression of Denis Leary. A rip roaring night of tough love from a witty comedian ****", Broadwaybaby.com - Aug-2014

“Russell was great last night in Cranbrook – doing a middle spot between Gary Delaney and Bob Mills was a tall order but he carried it off with aplomb. Given his performance I would be happy to have him at any of my clubs anytime” Lonestar Comedy

"Russell Hicks was a surprising highlight for me – American standup who wove wide-ranging improvisation and interaction with the crowd with deprecating jokes about American stereotypes and a wry swipe back at British culture... very funny.", Ashbourne Voice - Jul-2014

"Russell Hicks is Amazing", Comedy Palace

 “a gift – very funny” Stand Up Talk

“Russell Hicks is Amazing” ADN

“He had us in stitches.. nonstop laughs” NoFrillsThrills

“One of the Top Six Comics to Watch” Stand Up Talk Magazine

Newcomer – James Beaumont 

A truly well crafted set – Grinstock Comedy

With jokes funnier then comedians half his age,

75 year James Beaumont is amazing and a must see act.

Jimbo has been doing comedy of different styles for some years now, now 75 he does jokes about age related problems, something I think a lot of us can or will soon be experiencing for ourselves. A dead pan angle to life and an act well worth seeing. Young and old audiences alike love his comedy and he’s had raved reviews.

Headliner 1 – Geoff Boys

“Fast and very funny” - GQ Magazine

"His Robert De Niro remains unrivalled" - The Daily Telegraph

"His demeanor is tense – his delivery explosive” - Scotland on Sunday

Scottish comedian and impressionist, Geoff Boyz “has established himself as one of the most versatile comedians on the circuit” - ID Magazine

Geoff first made his debut at the Edinburgh Fringe back in the 90’s where he hosted Best of Scottish Comedy. He followed that up with his solo stand-up show, Why? and Noises and Other Announcements, which were both a huge hit. Since then, he has continued to be in high demand on the stand-up and corporate circuits, performing at all the major UK and international comedy clubs such as The Comedy Store, Banana Cabaret, Comedy Café, Jongleurs, Up the Creek, Laughter Lounge (Dublin) and Liverpool’s Raw Hide, as well as being asked to entertain the troops overseas in Cyprus and Bahrain for CSE (Combined Services Entertainment.)

In recent years, Geoff has toured in Australia, playing in Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney. He was one of the first comedians to perform in China, and has also played in Indonesia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai as well as, Parker’s Comedy & Jive in South Africa. When he’s not travelling the world or playing up and down the UK, Geoff performs on cruise ships in front of thousands of people.

Geoff has worked widely across TV. He was the face of various TV commercials, such as Tennent’s Larger. He’s also worked as a stand-up and studio host for shows including Dead Ringers, This Morning, They Think It’s All Over, Truth or Dare and Live at the Comedy Store, and also performed on Live At Jongleurs and Talking Telephone Numbers. He also voiced the character of Kickstart The Dog in the pilot animation TV series, Ogri. On radio he has appeared on shows such as The Live Stand Up Show and Fantastic Voyage as well as Colin (BBC Radio 2), which he also co-wrote.

What the press have to say:

“Fast and very funny” - GQ Magazine

"His Robert De Niro remains unrivalled" - The Daily Telegraph

"His demeanor is tense – his delivery explosive” - Scotland on Sunday

“Fine observational humour and deadly accurate impressions” - BBC Local

“Boyz is a good raconteur and his charisma weaved its magic on the audience.” - Chortle

Headliner 2 – Kate Lucas

★★★★★ "Comedy perfection" - TO DO LIST

★★★★ "A true musical genius" - ED FEST MAG

★★★★ "Wickedly naughty and deliciously dark." - BROADWAY BABY

Award winning musical comedian Kate Lucas is known for her razor sharp and deliciously dark songs. She combines catchy melodies with original lyrics to showcase her playfully bitter musings on life. Audiences have come to expect examples of what not to say and how not to behave from this gloriously talented young comic.

In 2014, she took home the title for the prestigious Leicester Mercury New Comedian of the Year and her performances since have been met with huge critical acclaim. She has built a seriously impressive reputation on the circuit, storming it every weekend to packed out crowds at the country’s most famous comedy venues including The Glee Clubs, Banana Cabaret and Up the Creek. Her debut show Whatever Happened to Kate Lucas? was met with huge critical acclaim at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with a hit Soho Theatre run in following.

She also currently has two longform scripted projects in development.

With this kind of phenomenal track record, this very special rising star is most definitely one to watch.

What the press have to say:

★★★★ - "Belly laughs and wide-eyed did-she-really-say-that horror" - FEST MAGAZINE

★★★★ - LDN LIFE

★★★★ - HERALD

★★★★ – SHORTCOM

★★★★★ "Comedy perfection" - TO DO LIST

★★★★ "A true musical genius" - ED FEST MAG

★★★★ "Wickedly naughty and deliciously dark." - BROADWAY BABY