Manford's Comedy Club
Manford’s Comedy Club returns to Middleton Arena!
This beautiful and impressive venue is the perfect space to play host to the award-winning comedy club.
Each show has a different line-up of four top comedians, who are all personally chosen by Jason Manford.
Line-up:
MC – Hayley Ellis
“Brilliantly funny and a joy to watch” – Sarah Millican
Northerner Hayley Ellis is not only a solid act but also a multi-award winning MC and has provided tour support for Sarah Millican, John Bishop and Jason Manford. Her comedy is sharp, clever and very funny, and her warmth, quick wit and ability to ad lib means she is one of the fastest rising women in comedy. Her wealth of material has also led her to contributing to Russell Howard’s Good News, Radio 4’s Newsjack, Absolute Radio and XFM’s breakfast show to name a few.
Abi Carter-Simpson
Britain’s Got Talent Semi-Finalist 2023
Abi’s performing career spans over a decade. From comedian to singer, actress to presenter; be it a comedy club, radio, live theatre, TV or on the big screen, she has consistently strived to entertain and make an audience feel at ease.
Abi was introduced fully to the stand-up comedy world in 2018 and alongside her trusted ukulele for moral support, she hasn’t looked back. She is a regular on the comedy circuit and has shared the stage with the likes of Stephen K Amos, Romesh Ranganathan and Seann Walsh to name a few.
Tabish Akbar
Having performed in the country’s top comedy clubs such as the Comedy Store and Top Secret, Tabish Akbar is known for his creative premises packed with punchlines. Expect observational and storytelling comedy, equally smart and silly, on topics ranging from growing up poor to time travel.
Roger Monkhouse
“Highly regarded by his peers on the circuit – he’s shaven-headed, topical, good, and nothing to do with Bob!” – Evening Standard
Roger Monkhouse is one of the most original and distinctive acts on the comedy scene. A consummate stand-up who employs a deadly combination of charm and menace to exert a masterful control over any audience.
A highly original and quirky performer, Roger’s trademark stage-prowling style and curious, inimitable manner have established him as one of the hottest names on the comedy circuit.
Roger is widely regarded as a master of observational comedy with routines that are unfailingly hysterical and his forte is delivering intelligent, thought-provoking material that pulls no punches and is always relevant and up-to-date. Articulate, quick-witted and spontaneous, if something is in the news, Roger has a routine about it!
This beautiful and impressive venue is the perfect space to play host to the award-winning comedy club.
Each show has a different line-up of four top comedians, who are all personally chosen by Jason Manford.
Line-up:
MC – Hayley Ellis
“Brilliantly funny and a joy to watch” – Sarah Millican
Northerner Hayley Ellis is not only a solid act but also a multi-award winning MC and has provided tour support for Sarah Millican, John Bishop and Jason Manford. Her comedy is sharp, clever and very funny, and her warmth, quick wit and ability to ad lib means she is one of the fastest rising women in comedy. Her wealth of material has also led her to contributing to Russell Howard’s Good News, Radio 4’s Newsjack, Absolute Radio and XFM’s breakfast show to name a few.
Abi Carter-Simpson
Britain’s Got Talent Semi-Finalist 2023
Abi’s performing career spans over a decade. From comedian to singer, actress to presenter; be it a comedy club, radio, live theatre, TV or on the big screen, she has consistently strived to entertain and make an audience feel at ease.
Abi was introduced fully to the stand-up comedy world in 2018 and alongside her trusted ukulele for moral support, she hasn’t looked back. She is a regular on the comedy circuit and has shared the stage with the likes of Stephen K Amos, Romesh Ranganathan and Seann Walsh to name a few.
Tabish Akbar
Having performed in the country’s top comedy clubs such as the Comedy Store and Top Secret, Tabish Akbar is known for his creative premises packed with punchlines. Expect observational and storytelling comedy, equally smart and silly, on topics ranging from growing up poor to time travel.
Roger Monkhouse
“Highly regarded by his peers on the circuit – he’s shaven-headed, topical, good, and nothing to do with Bob!” – Evening Standard
Roger Monkhouse is one of the most original and distinctive acts on the comedy scene. A consummate stand-up who employs a deadly combination of charm and menace to exert a masterful control over any audience.
A highly original and quirky performer, Roger’s trademark stage-prowling style and curious, inimitable manner have established him as one of the hottest names on the comedy circuit.
Roger is widely regarded as a master of observational comedy with routines that are unfailingly hysterical and his forte is delivering intelligent, thought-provoking material that pulls no punches and is always relevant and up-to-date. Articulate, quick-witted and spontaneous, if something is in the news, Roger has a routine about it!
Location:
Middleton Arena
Tickets from £14.00
