Carl Hutchinson Q&A
Carl Hutchinson is a stand-up comedian from Jarrow. He’s currently supporting Chris Ramsey on his theatre tour of the UK, ahead of his own month-long run at the Edinburgh Fringe in August.
The Stagg Do: Our Journey
Geordie comedy The Stagg Do premieres at Newcastle's 02 Academy next week. Creator James DeMarco documents the film's journey.
Geordie comedy The Stagg Do premieres at Newcastle’s 02 Academy next week. Creator James DeMarco documents the film’s journey.
Kids’ comedy returns to the Customs House
Kids’ comedy returns to the Customs House in South Shields with a show from the brilliant Phil Ellis.
Picture special: Russell Kane in Barnard Castle
It was billed as a work-in-progress, but on Saturday comedy fans at The Witham in Barnard Castle were treated to a full-length tour show from Russell Kane. Kane, winner of the Edinburgh Comedy Award in 2010, performed a two-hour version of his latest Smallness show to a sold-out, 150-strong audience. Organiser Peter Dixon, of Funny Way […]
Jesterval 2014: 5 must-see free shows
Jesterval is back at Baltic Square for the next nine days – and there are plenty of free shows to tickle your fancy. Here are five of ’em.
Jesterval 2014: 5 paid shows you really ought to see
The North East’s largest comedy festival, Jesterval, is back. Here are five paid shows you really ought to see.
Last Stop Before Edinburgh 2014: the programme
One venue, two days, a clutch of comedians. Silly Billies, the promoters behind Newcastle’s new Last Stop Before Edinburgh festival, like to keep things simple.
Play: June’s Giggle Beats Comedy Quiz
On Sunday our comedy quiz night returned to The Stand Comedy Club in Newcastle. How would you have fared?
