The Lancaster Comedy Club Proudly present:

Paul Tonkinson

Paul Tonkinson A sensational live performer, Yorkshire man, marathon runner and former (double award-winning) Time Out Comedian of the Year, Paul Tonkinson has long upheld his esteemed reputation as one of the finest stand-ups the UK has to offer. With a unique and distinctive style, Tonkinson is noted for his effervescent physicality and skillful impressions, which bring alive exuberant, tender comic reflections on love, family and the day-to-day idiosyncrasies of 21st century living. A plethora of first class material, combined with tremendous charm and irrepressible, infectious energy make for quite a formidable talent.

A shameless and a self-confessed professional northerner he is also a fanatical Manchester United supporter and regular appears as one of the talking heads on numerous football chat and tribute shows. That head also gets a fair bit of exposure on those other never-ending I Love …., the Greatest Ever … and Do You Remember … shows so beloved of modern TV programmers.

The complete Paul Tonkinson is a star in his own right and a true master of comedy in all its different guises – on stage, in character, on screen, on air, compere or host. Whatever he chooses to do or be at any given time, Paul Tonkinson never fails to make his audience roar with laughter.

But it is stage as a stand-up comedian that he is most at home. A master of mimicry and particular amusing accents, he takes his audience on a guided tour of Britain, using his observational skills – and those funny voices to find humour in almost every region in the UK and further afield. He also shares the mind-boggling image of losing his virginity to his friend’s sofa – and subsequently getting banned from his house – and offers some amusing ideas on the differences between male and female logic and behaviour. Sadly he has been known to spoil it all by talking about football and Manchester “****ing” United.

“Hilarious; nobody makes me laugh like Paul Tonkinson…Go see him!” Michael McIntyre

“Brilliant” The Independent “Very funny” The Mirror “Excellent… extremely talented… brilliant”. Time Out

Chris Washington

“Mark my words, he will be a big name” – Love Comedy

Chris began performing stand up comedy in July 2012, and after 2 years and a few hundred gigs for a hostof reputable promoters up and down the country he is fast becoming one of themost sought after new acts

on the circuit. With a cheeky Northern charm and hilarious tales it’s clear to see why Chris is flying up the comedy ladder.

“Chris Washington is naturally funny and could easily become a big name on the comedy circuit: He posts top quality comedy with a first class delivery” – Agraman, Buzz Comedy.

“Hilarious Stories” – Hull Daily Mail.

Stephanie Laing

Goofy and peculiar, Stephanie Laing’s comedy is partway between the needy oddness of Maria Bamford and

the upbeat affability of Josie Long. Her material is a mix of silliness, filth and unusual observations, underpinned by a disarming honesty which makes her seem charmingly vulnerable.

Stephanie started performing in April 2007 on the Scottish comedy circuit. She had shows at the Edinburgh Festival in 2014 and 2015, and has performed at The Stand, The Comedy Store, The Comedy Cafe, Crack Comedy, Downstairs at The King’s Head, Mirth Control, Hilarity Bites, Eminent Banter and XS Malarkey, among others. She was a finalist in the Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year 2015. She is now based in Manchester.

MC Mike Wilkinson

“Northern everyday life made silly,”

Full to the brim with down to earth Northern charm, Mike takes a bemusedglance at the world and then throws it a smile. The laughs come thick and fast with Wilkinson’s dry humour and razor sharp wit.

A professional comic for over 10 years, Micheal has supported Peter Kay, Johnny Vegas, Ross Noble and others, and headlines comedy clubs across the country.
Mike is also an accomplished pianist and guitarist.

Either book online or by popping into the Borough and ask a member of staff. You can book up until 4pm on the day of the show assuming we haven't already sold out.

Adult only. Fully Seated. Prompt 8pm start.

Any questions? ring 01524 64170.

Please note: Due to the high standard of comedians we bring to The Borough it isn't unusual to lose one to TV, overseas or corporate commitments so all tickets are sold on the basis that acts are subject to change. If you’re travelling to see a specific act please phone ahead to ensure they’re still on the bill.

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