Our incredible Comedy Night returns to the Bristol Old Vic
Yes! Our comedy night returns to the Bristol Old Vic again this year as we once again present an incredible line up of award winning comedy artists to celebrate with Pride for this special fundraising evening.
We are excited to welcome back our host for the evening Jayde Adams with Chloe Petts, James Barr, Celya AB and Laura Davis.
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Our incredible host for this very special evening is the multi award-winning comedian and actress, Jayde Adams. Her critically-acclaimed special was released on Amazon Prime to worldwide applause, was longlisted for an Emmy and has so far amassed over 190 million views.
Winner of the Edinburgh Fringe Best Newcomer award and Funny Women Award for Best Female Comedy Star (2016) she’s the star of the BAFTA winning TV series Alma’s Not Normal on BBC Two, the Take That movie Greatest Days and also stars in ITV’s Ruby Speaking. Other credits include Good Omens, The Outlaws and she is the co-host of the BAFTA nominated series Snackmasters and Netflix smash hit, Crazy Delicious.
Our incredible host for this very special evening is the multi award-winning comedian and actress, Jayde Adams. Her critically-acclaimed special was released on Amazon Prime to worldwide applause, was longlisted for an Emmy and has so far amassed over 190 million views.
Winner of the Edinburgh Fringe Best Newcomer award and Funny Women Award for Best Female Comedy Star (2016) she’s the star of the BAFTA winning TV series Alma’s Not Normal on BBC Two, the Take That movie Greatest Days and also stars in ITV’s Ruby Speaking. Other credits include Good Omens, The Outlaws and she is the co-host of the BAFTA nominated series Snackmasters and Netflix smash hit, Crazy Delicious.
One of the most exciting up & coming acts on the circuit. An alumna of the prestigious Pleasance Comedy Reserve, Chloe was shortlisted for the BBC Comedy Award, finalist of Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year Awards 2017 and runner-up in the Funny Women Awards 2017.
Co-founder of The Lol Word, a queer comedy collective that hosts sell-out monthly London nights, boasting the finest female and non-binary queer acts on the circuit. Chloe also supported Ed Gamble on his Electric UK tour, performed at Melbourne International Comedy Festival and performed her debut show, Transience, to sold-out audiences at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and two 5-night runs at Soho Theatre last year.
One of the most exciting up & coming acts on the circuit. An alumna of the prestigious Pleasance Comedy Reserve, Chloe was shortlisted for the BBC Comedy Award, finalist of Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year Awards 2017 and runner-up in the Funny Women Awards 2017.
Co-founder of The Lol Word, a queer comedy collective that hosts sell-out monthly London nights, boasting the finest female and non-binary queer acts on the circuit. Chloe also supported Ed Gamble on his Electric UK tour, performed at Melbourne International Comedy Festival and performed her debut show, Transience, to sold-out audiences at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and two 5-night runs at Soho Theatre last year.
Originally from Paris, Celya AB stands out as a dynamic stand-up comedian, commanding attention with her captivating stage presence and brilliantly crafted material. Her performances have not only earned critical acclaim but resulted in sold-out tours at prestigious venues and festivals, including the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Soho Theatre.
Leaving her mark on notable shows such as Live At The Apollo and Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster, her rising popularity saw her supporting renowned figures like US comic Maria Bamford and acclaimed musician St Vincent during their recent UK tours.
Winner Best Newcomer 2022 Chortle Comedy Awards
Finalist BBC’s New Comedy Award 2021
Originally from Paris, Celya AB stands out as a dynamic stand-up comedian, commanding attention with her captivating stage presence and brilliantly crafted material. Her performances have not only earned critical acclaim but resulted in sold-out tours at prestigious venues and festivals, including the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Soho Theatre.
Leaving her mark on notable shows such as Live At The Apollo and Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster, her rising popularity saw her supporting renowned figures like US comic Maria Bamford and acclaimed musician St Vincent during their recent UK tours.
Winner Best Newcomer 2022 Chortle Comedy Awards
Finalist BBC’s New Comedy Award 2021
Unapologetically honest and brilliantly hilarious, James is a multi-award winning presenter and comedian. He spends his mornings hosting ‘The Hits Radio Breakfast Show’ alongside Fleur East and is also the co-founder and host of the UK’s top LGBT+ podcast ‘A Gay And A Non Gay’ which won Silver for Best Sex & Relationship Podcast at the British Podcast Awards in 2022. He can be seen battling against Piers Morgan as the voice of “a wokey comedian” - Piers Morgan.
Founder and host of the hit LGBT+ stand-up show All Barr Huns, last year he embarked on a UK-wide tour of his sold-out five star stand-up show, Straight Jokes.
'A masterclass in Queer storytelling'- Metro
Unapologetically honest and brilliantly hilarious, James is a multi-award winning presenter and comedian. He spends his mornings hosting ‘The Hits Radio Breakfast Show’ alongside Fleur East and is also the co-founder and host of the UK’s top LGBT+ podcast ‘A Gay And A Non Gay’ which won Silver for Best Sex & Relationship Podcast at the British Podcast Awards in 2022. He can be seen battling against Piers Morgan as the voice of “a wokey comedian” - Piers Morgan.
Founder and host of the hit LGBT+ stand-up show All Barr Huns, last year he embarked on a UK-wide tour of his sold-out five star stand-up show, Straight Jokes.
'A masterclass in Queer storytelling'- Metro
Award-winning comedian, writer and director, nominated for Most Outstanding Show 2022 and 2023 at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Winner of the Golden Gibbo award and the Comedy Channel Moosehead Award. Australian comic Laura Davis is sharp, charming, delightful and has been earning praise and international acclaim as a cult comedy favourite.
Uplifting, refreshing, hilarious and deft, Laura delivers extraordinary stand up at a whirlwind pace, is a rare and truly unique experience and we are delighted to be able to bring them to Bristol Pride for your delight.
'Genuinely Brilliant Stand Up' - British Comedy Guide
Award-winning comedian, writer and director, nominated for Most Outstanding Show 2022 and 2023 at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Winner of the Golden Gibbo award and the Comedy Channel Moosehead Award. Australian comic Laura Davis is sharp, charming, delightful and has been earning praise and international acclaim as a cult comedy favourite.
Uplifting, refreshing, hilarious and deft, Laura delivers extraordinary stand up at a whirlwind pace, is a rare and truly unique experience and we are delighted to be able to bring them to Bristol Pride for your delight.
'Genuinely Brilliant Stand Up' - British Comedy Guide