Red Herring Comedy Club - June 14th
2025-06-14 20:00 - 22:30 UTC | Docks Academy, Grimsby, The Church, First Floor, King Edward St, Grimsby, Lincolnshire, DN31 3JD, United Kingdom
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A highly distinctive performer and deft writer of finely crafted jokes, Peter Brush unassumingly takes the stage with his slight bespectacled frame and scruffy hair, before consummately conquering it with an arsenal of razor sharp quirky one-liners and peerlessly original routines, all delivered in an amusingly awkward fashion.
Peter performs at all the major clubs across the UK, as well as having done many of it’s biggest festivals, he has also played shows in Switzerland, Norway and Hungary. Formerly a BBC New Comedy Award finalist, he has written for several BBC Radio 4 shows and was the support act for Alexei Sayle’s most recent tour. Other acts he has supported on tour include Jonathan Pie, Jason Manford, Fern Brady, Arthur Smith and Paul Sinha.
Aaron Wood, a comedian from Greater Manchester, has quickly made his mark with a sold-out run at Edinburgh Fringe 2023 and tour support for acts like Tom Stade, Carl Hutchinson, and Eshaan Akbar. Runner-up in the Chester New Comedian of the Year competition, he’s praised for his natural stage presence and relatable material. As host of the Spread Negativity podcast, with over 100 million views, Aaron’s laid-back charm marks him as a rising talent with a bright future.
‘Absolutely brilliant’ – Tim Vine
‘A very big future in this business’ – Tom Stade
Pete Otway is a multi-award nominated comedian, presenter and former dairy farmer. His razor-sharp wit and hilarious tales have taken him across the world, whilst making him in demand at some of the biggest comedy clubs and festivals in the UK.
MC Adam Beardsmore is a West Midlands comic gigging up and down the UK. He has performed on Radio 4 Extra as part of the BBC New Comedy Awards in 2018 & 2019 as well as being nominated for Birmingham Breaking Talent Awards. Originally hailing from Staffordshire, he made his stand-up debut in 2017 after a friend signed him up for an open mic night, and has since taken part in the BBC New Comedy Award 2018. Among his inspirations are Ross Noble, Bill Burr, “as well as endless Billy Connolly videos that I watched from far too young an age.”
Line up subject to change

Red Herring Comedy Club - Sept 13th
2025-09-13 20:00 - 22:00 | The Drill, Lincoln, The Drill, Free School Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 1EY, United Kingdom
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MATT RICHARDSON
“High wattage charisma from a talented young comic whose star is on the rise” THE GUARDIAN
“Hilarious and Charming” THE MIRROR
“Sharp, Funny and Warm” HEAT MAGAZINE
“This young stand-up is poised to become the next bright young sensation on the comedy circuit – expect to hear a lot more of him” THE GUARDIAN
“A whirling ball of talent, energy and intelligent observational comedy who spoke with great skill and affection of his family and his experiences. He comes across as a man who could read the phonebook and make it funny, but instead of painting by numbers his comedy is sharp, strong and very impressive.” OFF-BEAT MAGAZINE
INGRID DAHLE a Norwegian comedian, is making waves on the British comedy circuit. Ingrid has captivated audiences with her unique style and infectious energy. Her solo shows have been well-received, showcasing her sharp wit and distinct comedic voice.
In addition to her solo work, Ingrid has supported acclaimed comedians like Jen Brister on her last two tours and Desiree Burch. Ingrid previously won the Brighton Comedy Award and been a finalist in several prestigious competitions, such as “So You Think You’re Funny?” and the Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year, where she was the runner-up
“alternative hero of the future” – Chortle”
“fast-rising comedian” – Sunday Times
“warm host, with bags of energy, and a permanent smile” – The List
MC HAMMERSMITH
is a multi-award winning hip hop comedian. He writes and performs original hip hop comedy tracks, and performs improvised freestyle rap comedy based on audience suggestions.
He is the world’s leading rapper to ever emerge from the ghetto of middle-class west London. Now based in Edinburgh, he performs across the UK and internationally.
In his live shows, MC Hammersmith performs improvised hip hop comedy. He is a freestyle rapper – meaning he raps spontaneously, unscripted, with absolutely no preparation. Thelyrics and rhymes of his raps are 100% improvised and based entirely on crowd suggestions.
He takes stories and suggestions from audience members, then raps about them at lightning speed. Mind-blowing, hilarious, and completely different every single time.
MC DAISY EARL
Hilarious’ Chortle
‘Crisp storytelling talent and self-deprecating humour, a rare cunning, defiant attitude.
‘An incredibly likeable comedian with an obvious talent for bringing a room along with her‘- The Wee Review
Daisy is a multi-award winning British comedian. She is an exciting new voice and has quickly established herself as being one of the best loved acts on the UK comedy scene playing all of the most prestigious comedy clubs.
‘Strikingly honest and hilarious’ – Huffington Post
She is naturally funny and her warm storytelling style mixed with a sharp edge makes her an audience favourite. Daisy is a winner of the Scottish Comedian of the Year Award, ScottishVariety Award and Chortle Best Newcomer Award. Daisy has provided tour support for Jason Manford, John Bishop and T om Stade and has performed alongside her comedy hero Sarah Millican in Sarah’s live new material show ‘Playground’.
Line up subject to change

Red Herring Comedy Club: Oct 10th
2025-10-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Docks Academy, Grimsby, The Church, First Floor, King Edward St, Grimsby, Lincolnshire, DN31 3JD, United Kingdom
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Paddy Lennox is an Irish stand-up comedian and actor known for his sharp wit and engaging storytelling. He has performed at major comedy clubs and festivals across the UK and Ireland, including the Comedy Store, The Glee Club, and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Paddy has worked as an actor, appearing in various television and radio productions. His comedy style often blends observational humour with personal anecdotes, and he is a regular on the UK comedy circuit.
Multi Award winner Jack McLean is a rising star on the Northern Comedy circuit. Having been crowned Hull What’s on New Comedian of the Year, Bask in Laughter champion 2022 and Yorkshire Comedy Awards Best Breakthrough Act 2023.
This year has also seen Jack make his TV debut as a Semi-Finalist on BBC Three’s ‘BBC New Comedy Awards 2023’ before going on to support Josh Jones, Tom Lucy & Steff Todd on their latest tours.
Faizan Shah is a Manchester-based comic who moved to the UK as a child, his well-crafted jokes make light of growing up in an immigrant household and the inevitable mental health challenges it brings.
The quality of Faizan’s joke writing, and affable stage presence has seen him progress quickly from beating Comedy Store’s King Gong and Frog and Bucket’s Beat the Frog to now breaking through the circuit with a strong 20 minute set and performing at both those venues pro weekend gigs in under 2 years. We believe Faizan to be one of the most exciting new acts to come out of Manchester for a few years.
“One of my favourite new stand up comedians” – Guz Khan
“Nicely paced, deadpan delivery” Chortle
MC JON PEARSON
Jon began standup comedy in 2011, with his first performance at Birmingham’s Highlight Comedy Club.
Two successful Edinburgh shows later, and 5 years working the UK comedy circuit, Jon is now regularly found at the biggest and best comedy clubs across the UK including The Glee Club & The Comedy Store both as an act and a compere.
Jon’s laid back storytelling has audiences hanging on his every word. With tales based around his own life experiences, his anecdotes are relatable and certain to have people in hysterics.
*Please note, the line-up is subject to change.

Scott Bennett: Stuff - SOLD OUT
2025-11-20 19:30 - 21:30 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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As heard on BBC Radio 4!
As a society we love stuff, it’s a statement about who we are and who we want to be. But apparently, this message is at odds with the looming environmental crisis. We’re now struggling to balance these worlds, to focus on the things that bring us real connections and nourish the soul. Award-winning Comedian and Award-winning Product Designer, Scott Bennett is desperately trying to cleanse his life of stuff, but is this even possible anymore?
Tour support for Mickey Flanagan, Rob Brydon, Jason Manford and John Bishop. The star of Live at the Apollo, The News Quiz, The Now Show, The Ultimate Choice and Chortle Best Club Comedian Nominee 2022.
“Without doubt live comedy’s best kept secret” Evening Standard
“Great material, great delivery, a very funny man” Rob Brydon
“Brilliantly funny, a joy to watch” Chris Ramsey
“Bennett is a stand-up in fine control of his material, his delivery and his image, a masterclass in adding a frisson of ‘in the moment’ unpredictability to otherwise tightly written routines” **** Chortle

Tom Stade: Naughty By Nature
2025-11-30 19:30 - 21:30 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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Direct from the Edinburgh festival, and his last smash-hit nationwide tour, the legendary Canadian stand-up star is back on the road with a brand-new show.
Join Tom as he playfully dishes out more of his insightful observations. An irrepressible tour-de-force with an hour of first class, mischievous and uncompromising comedy.
As seen/heard on Have a Word Pod, Ch4’s Comedy Gala, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, The John Bishop Show, Live at the Apollo (so good, he’s done it twice) and much more!
“ENDLESSLY FUNNY. SLICK, INTELLIGENT, SPARKLING CHARM” Independent
“UNMISSABLE” Edinburgh Evening News
“CLASSY ROUTINES. STAND-UP ELITE” Chortle
“AS FRESH AS THREE DECADES AGO. ATHLETIC FINESSE, EFFORTLESS” List

Geoff Norcott: Basic Bloke 2 - There's No Bloke without Fire
2026-02-04 20:00 - 22:00 | The Drill, Lincoln, The Drill, Free School Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 1EY, United Kingdom
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New national tour 2025-2026 for star of Have I Got News For You, Is University Really Worth It?, The Last Leg, Would I Lie to You?, Live At The Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Backstage With Katherine Ryan, The Mash Report, The News Quiz, Geoff Norcott’s Working Men’s Club and many more!
‘He has become one of our most refreshingly funny comedians of any stripe.’
★★★★ Dominic Maxwell, The Times
Basic Bloke 2 – There’s No Bloke Without Fire is the latest tour from comedian, author, podcaster and radio host Geoff Norcott and Geoff’s first under a Labour government, so he’s got plenty to get off his chest! Not least because there’s nothing quite so British as being promised a brave new dawn then realising it’s as crap as the last one.
Geoff will savour getting his teeth into the new ‘big beasts’ of British politics, with scathing words for Starmer and Rachel Reeves (while surprisingly positive about the idea of Angela Rayner as PM).
Culturally, Geoff is conscious that – as the global headwinds shift right – he might end up at odds with people who used to be on ‘his side’. He’s dismayed to find that some of the cultural right weren’t really against censorship and cancellation, they just wanted to be the ones doing it.
What’s more, Geoff can’t get his head around people who shared his suspicion of the EU’s power openly salivating over the idea of Britain becoming Trump’s 51st State.
‘The Laughs roll in like waves.’
★★★★ Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard
Unlike most sequels, Basic Bloke 2 will move beyond some of the themes of the original (while fully aware that a comedian doing a ‘sequel’ at all is a bit ridiculous).
He’s been moving in male mental health circles for a while how, but while they’re all saying blokes should ‘check in’ on each other, he’s wondering what happens if you do ‘check in’ all the time but they mainly want to send you politically incorrect memes.
Geoff’s also taking advantage of the rediscovered tolerance towards jokes being jokes to tell you what he really thinks. How much he judges people. Bad parents, people who eat too much, anyone who wears a dressing gown beyond 9am…it’s fair to say the gloves are off.
‘Geoff Norcott is in his element on the stand-up stage.’
Daily Mail

Red Herring Comedy Club: 14th Feb
2026-02-14 19:00 - 22:30 | The Drill, Lincoln, The Drill, Free School Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 1EY, United Kingdom
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Get Ready to laugh as The Red Herring Comedy Club returns to the Drill for a night of hilarity on Saturday 14th February 2026!
Bringing some of the best stars of comedy to Lincoln on a regular basis, this Valentine’s Day why not come and experience the likes of:
ROD WOODWARD: Award-winning comedian Rod Woodward has come a long way since his stand-up career began as a studio audience warm-up man for ITV Wales. A finalist in the prestigious So You Think You’re Funny competition at the The Edinburgh Fringe in his first year as a professional, Rod started to receive plaudits from such luminaries as Peter Kay and Barry Cryer.
AARON WOOD: Aaron Wood is one of the UK’s most exciting new comics, having racked up three sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe and a successful UK tour. He’s supported the likes of Luke Kidgell, Tom Stade and Fin Taylor, and his stand-up and podcast clips have picked up over 100 million views online, earning him a spot on Rolling Stone’s list of “Rising Stars to See”
LIAM FARRELLY
Starting comedy at 17 Liam Farrelly moved fast, becoming a pro at 18, a father at 21 as well as a finalist on the BBC New Comedy Awards and appearing on Live At The Apollo at 22, there’s no stopping the Glaswegian as he continues to wow audiences around the UK, especially at the Edinburgh fringe with his well-reviewed solo shows.
Liam is a force of nature and a natural performer, his skills have seen him perform across the globe in countries such as USA, Netherlands & Middle East. He has also provided tour support for big names such as Russell Kane, Fern Brady & Guz Kahn
MC CARL JONES Midlands comic Carl Jones first hit the circuit in 2011 after winning the Nottingham Comedy Festival Best Newcomer in his first handful of gigs. Since then, he’s gone on to reach the BBC New Comedy Award heats, the latter stages of numerous national new act competitions and gig at some of the top comedy clubs across the UK.
Line up subject to change.

Dominic Frisby: An Evening of Comedy, Songs and Satire
2026-03-05 19:30 - 21:30 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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An experienced stand up and prolific writer of comic songs, Dominic’s show is a collection of anecdotes, jokes and music accompanied by one of Europe’s top jazz pianists, Chad Lelong, on keyboards.
Dominic’s songs have many millions of views online. “We’re All Far Right Now” alone has over 50 million, with Elon Musk one of the many to share it. His song about Keir Starmer, “Captain Flip Flop”, also had millions of views, though on TikTok it only got 27 and was flagged for “electoral interference”. His song about Brexit, 17 Million Eff Offs, reached the Top 40 and made Number One on the Amazon Charts. Other favourites, both live and online, include “I Love Wetherspoons”, “I’m Going to Marry Gary” and the ever changing “Maybe” song.
A prominent libertarian, he provides a refreshing and funny take on the current issues faced by modern day Britain. As he says himself, “If you believe in things like free speech and free trade, you’ll like this show”.
“Outstanding” The Times
“Beautifully crafted, cleverly pitched comedy” The Scotsman
“Mercurially witty” The Spectator “Excellent” The Daily Telegraph
Even The Guardian admits he can be “entertaining”

The Comedy Store Players
2026-03-12 19:30 - 21:30 | The Drill, Lincoln, The Drill, Free School Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 1EY, United Kingdom
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An improvised show from the stars of ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway’.
The resident Impro troupe from the most famous comedy club in the world, The Comedy
Store Players have been delighting audiences for over 30 years. Don’t miss this rare
opportunity to see the original stars of ‘Whose Line is it Anyway?’ strutting their stuff on tour.
Expect lightning-quick reactions and world-class silliness!
There’ll be improvised songs and games and, of course, the audience is always at the helm,
leading the show with its suggestions.
Guinness World Records has officially confirmed The Comedy Store Players is the world’s
longest-running comedy show with the same cast.
Witty, silly, satirical, occasionally ludicrous, ultimately crowd-pleasing – Sky Arts
A bottomless supply of surreal sketches, dramatic vignettes and almost tuneful operettas … a must for
anyone with a pulse and a sense of humour! – BBC
A supportive crowd wills on six brave performers who arrive with no script and not the faintest idea of
what will happen. Through improvisation they create whole sketches and comic dramas that are
amazingly inventive and sometimes take off into flights of surreal brilliance.
Whose Line Is it Anyway? is a pale TV imitation – The Telegraph
Extremely brilliant – Eddie Izzard

Red Herring Comedy Club: 13th March
2026-03-13 19:30 - 22:00 | The Drill, Lincoln, The Drill, Free School Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 1EY, United Kingdom
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JOEY PAGE
Whilst initially hoping to be a wrestler, dinosaur, or spaceman, Joey Page became a standup comedian over a decade and is now one of the most popular surreal comedians.
His career has been studded with four and five-star reviews from the likes of The Scotsman,
The Australian Times, and The Edinburgh Fringe Review. With a host of award nominations,
including Best Comedy 2018 Perth Fringe, Best Show at Brighton Fringe Awards 2017, and
the 2007 Malcolm Hardy Award for Comic Originality, Joey has become an in-demand TV
personality.
In 2025, Joey supported Rob Beckett, Laura Smyth, and Lloyd Griffith on tour and wrapped
his debut UK tour, Nice One, at the Rik Mayall Comedy Festival. He also appeared on
TalkSport and fronted a national MECCA Bingo ad campaign.
JULES O’BRIAN
Brummie based Jules performs around the country, telling anyone who will listen about
ageing disgracefully, body hang–ups, parenting, and dating. This former teacher’s relaxed,
chatty style, crowd interaction and warmth, all served with a sardonic wit, make her a
natural crowd pleaser.
Jules was nominated for the Birmingham Comedy Festival Breaking Talent award in 2022,
and was shortlisted for Funny Women 2023.
She performs her one woman show, “Avoid excessive cleavage (and other advice to
ignore)” at comedy festivals, and gives talks about having embarked on her comedy career
as an older woman, to various groups.
OMAR BADAWY
Originally from Egypt, Omar started stand up in 2019 and, in his first year (+global
pandemic), went on to win the prestigious ‘So You Think You’re Funny’ award at the
Edinburgh Fringe. He talks about his encounters with strange school friends, football fans
and EDL-badge-wearing bouncers, providing unique insight from a childhood moving from
Egypt to Wales to Cambridge.
“Omar Badawy is already a consummate pro. The slick routine boasts distinctive jokes and is
delivered with a winning poise and calmness.” – Steve Bennett, Chortle.
MC JON PEARSON
Jon began standup comedy in 2011, with his first performance at Birmingham’s Highlight
Comedy Club.
Two successful Edinburgh shows later,
and 5 years working the UK comedy circuit, Jon is now regularly found at the biggest and
best comedy clubs across the UK including The Glee Club, The Comedy Store and
Jongleurs, both as an act and a compere

Red Herring Comedy Club - 14th March
2026-03-14 19:00 - 22:30 | Docks Academy, Grimsby, The Church, First Floor, King Edward St, Grimsby, Lincolnshire, DN31 3JD, United Kingdom
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The Red Herring Comedy Club returns for the second show of 2026.
JOEY PAGE
Stand-Up & Television: BBC – Never Mind the Buzzcocks / BBC – Never Mind the Buzzcocks Christmas Special / E4 – Noel Fielding’s Luxury Comedy / BBC Comedy presents – Live / Tour support for Laura Smyth, Rob Beckett, Mark Simmons.
Accolades: Nominee – Best Comedy 2018 Perth Fringe, Nominee – Best Edinburgh show – Brighton fringe awards 2017, Nominee – Malcolm Hardy Award for Comic Originality – 2007.

JULES O’BRIAN
Brummie based Jules performs around the country, telling anyone who will listen about ageing disgracefully, body hang-ups, parenting, and dating. This former teacher’s relaxed, chatty style, crowd interaction and warmth, all served with a sardonic wit, make her a natural crowd pleaser.
Jules was nominated for the Birmingham Comedy Festival Breaking Talent award in 2022, and was shortlisted for Funny Women 2023.
She performs her one woman show, “Avoid excessive cleavage (and other advice to ignore)” at comedy festivals, and gives talks about having embarked on her comedy career as an older woman, to various groups.
“Funny as f***” – Mama Life Magazine
“Slick writing with a twinkle in her eye.” – Scott Bennett”Razor sharp observations, Jules has it all: intelligence, wit, and utterly hilarious” – Jo Enright

INGRID DAHLE
Ingrid Dahle, a Norwegian comedian, is making waves on the British comedy circuit. Ingrid has captivated audiences with her unique style and infectious energy. Her solo shows have been well-received, showcasing her sharp wit and distinct comedic voice.
In addition to her solo work, Ingrid has supported acclaimed comedians like Jen Brister on her last two tours and Desiree Burch. Ingrid previously won the Brighton Comedy Award and been a finalist in several prestigious competitions, such as ‘So You Think You’re Funny?’ and the Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year, where she was the runner-up.

MC BARRY DODDS
Barry Dodds is an award-winning MC and comedian with over 20 years of experience working in live comedy and producing shows. He has won best MC at the Midlands Comedy Awards five consecutive times and in 2024 he won the prestigious Comics Comic Best MC award. He effortlessly charms audiences with his unique brand of disarming wit and wry, down to earth observational, cheeky humour.
In 2015, Barry co-created The Parapod, a podcast debating the existence of the paranormal, explored hauntings and the unknown. Three series, over 3 million downloads, sold out live shows and specials later, The Parapod Movie was unleashed on the show’s many loyal fans hitting the Apple Movie Top Ten movie chart immediately and gathering much praise from both fans and critics alike.
A talented storyteller, Barry is an assured act who has worked professionally for all major comedy clubs across the UK and is a regular performer at The Glee Club, Frog and Bucket, Manford’s and many more. He also has had several international appearances including Bahrain, Cyprus, New York and Luxembourg where he was asked to return as a regular MC.
Over the years Barry has been tour support for acts such as Jason Manford, Jim Jefferies, John Bishop and more. He has also performed at many festivals, including Kendal Calling, Download, Lost Village and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
*Please note, the line-up is subject to change.

Nigel Havers: Talking B*ll*cks
2026-03-22 18:30 - 21:30 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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Well, I loved my first tour – and I think the audiences did too – so here we go again!
Join me, a stage, and a lifetime of gloriously ridiculous stories to share with you. You’ll get the full Havers experience: charm, wit, and absolutely no running in slow motion.
I’ll be taking you on a thoroughly entertaining trot through five decades in showbiz. From my early days as a fresh-faced drama school hopeful, to the highs and lows of a career that’s seen me in everything from Chariots of Fire and Empire of the Sun to Don’t Wait Up and some rather marvellous West End plays – and more than my fair share of Palladium Pantos.
Of course, there’ll be behind-the-scenes gossip, tales of triumph (and disaster), moments of sheer madness, and a fair bit of talking b*ll*cks.
And just when you think you’ve got me figured out, I might surprise you. Let’s just say there’s a taste of my very first acting role and a little showcase of one of my off-stage talents – I’ll leave you guessing.
So, come along for a night of laughter, nostalgia, and, dare I say, charm. It’s going to be a lot of fun – I promise.

Red Herring Comedy Club: 10th April
2026-04-10 19:00 - 22:30 | The Drill, Lincoln, The Drill, Free School Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 1EY, United Kingdom
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Get Ready to laugh as The Red Herring Comedy Club returns to the Drill for a night of hilarity on Friday 10th April 2026!
Bringing 4 of the best stars of comedy to Lincoln. This is a ‘don’t miss’ gig featuring Scott Bennett MC, Eddie Brimson, Eddy Midgley & the up and coming Oliver Bowler who is catching the eye of the comedy circuit.
EDDIE BRIMSON
Eddy is an award winning comedian with over 20 years experience as a professional live
performer. Well established as one of the country’s most sought after headline acts. Eddy
has also performed comedy in clubs and at Festivals throughout the world, from Shanghai to
Auckland, Edinburgh to Oslo,
The French Alps to Yangon.
Eddy also has numerous TV and Radio credits to his name, including appearances on BBC
RADIO 4 Specials and BBC SCOTLAND’S COMEDY UNDERGROUND.
Despite being English, Eddy was nominated for BEST HEADLINER by The Scottish Comedy
Awards panel in 2018, and for BEST EVENT at the Edinburgh Festival in 2019.

EDDY MIDGLEY
A cheeky, wonderfully engaging delivery mixed with excellent writing and quick thinking.
A future star.”• Top Notch Comedy “This cheerful and happy looking comic gave an
engaging performance that everyone enjoyed. A fast-moving set and he built up a lot of
momentum. “The makings of a formidable act and his energy fills the room.”• Notts
Comedy
Nominated for Best Breakthrough Act – Yorkshire Comedy Awards 2023

OLIVER BOWLER
Hailing from the mean cobbles of Bolton, Oliver Bowler is a talented rising star of the UK
comedy scene. A natural born storyteller, Oliver is one of the most exciting stand-ups to hit
the circuit in recent years and is marked as one to watch after winning over audiences
across the UK. Oliver mixes hilarious physicality, dry wit and cheeky charm to his relatable
experiences through his well-crafted jokes. Watch this space…!
“I’ve been telling everyone, the lads got it!” – Scott Bennett
“he’s tore the place apart” Jamie Hutchinson
‘A natural performer, echoes of Peter Kay and Lee Evans. Very funny!’ – The Laughięnda
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“One of my favourite new stand-up comedians” – Guz Khan
“Nicely paced, deadpan delivery” Chortle

MC SCOTT BENNETT
From Live at the Apollo BBC1 and The Royal Variety show ITV. You will have heard him as a
regular guest on BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, The Now Show, The Likely Dads and Elephant
in the Room with Sarah Millican.
He also appeared on The Summer Festival with Daliso Chaponda, The Comedy Club with
Arthur Smith, and Knock Knock with Helen Lederer. In 2018, he also featured on the BBC
One show, Live from The Edinburgh Fringe.
In 2025 he recorded his second Radio 4 special “Blood Sugar Baby” for BBC Radio 4. His
Second special since “Stuff” which was released in 2023. That year he supported Mickey
Flanagan on tour including a 10,000 seat arena show in Nottingham.
Line up subject to change.

Red Herring Comedy Club - 11th April
2026-04-11 19:00 - 22:30 | Docks Academy, Grimsby, The Church, First Floor, King Edward St, Grimsby, Lincolnshire, DN31 3JD, United Kingdom
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The Red Herring Comedy Club returns for the third show of 2026.
MC WILL DUGGAN
Will Duggan has been performing comedy since 2009 and since then has cemented himself as a dynamic and interesting performer in comedy clubs around the country. He mixes stories and gags with a cheerfully cynical view of the world.
Duggan has a warm and engaging manner, with his pure and enjoyable, good old-fashioned storytelling and has provided tour support for Justin Moorhouse, Hal Cruttenden and Gary Delaney.
TOM TAYLOR
Comedian Tom Taylor has received high praise from audiences and critics alike. His unique brand of musical comedy is smart and silly in equal measure and he boasts an impressive stock of quirky, and very funny, musical one-liners.
In 2013 Tom reached the final of the prestigious So You Think You’re Funny? competition, the following year he was a finalist in the Hobgoblin Comedy Award and in 2015 he took home the award for Comedian of the Year at the inaugural Great Yorkshire Fringe. Most recently he picked up the Audience Favourite Award at the Musical Comedy Awards A favourite of live comedy venues all over the UK, Tom has also recently performed on Radio 2 and Radio 4 as part of the BBC Radio New Comedy Award.
Comedian Tom Taylor is a very funny guy with amazing jokes and great energy
EDDY MIDGLEY
A cheeky, wonderfully engaging delivery mixed with excellent writing and quick thinking.
A future star.” Top Notch Comedy “This cheerful and happy looking comic gave an engaging performance that everyone enjoyed. A fast-moving set and he built up a lot of momentum. “The makings of a formidable act and his energy fills the room.” NottsComedy
Nominated for Best Breakthrough Act – Yorkshire Comedy Awards 2023
MICK FERRY
In the spring of 1997 Mick set foot on stage for the very first time at the legendary Frog and Bucket.
It has led to a career that has seen him perform all around the world. He is one of the most sought-after comperes and headliners in the UK and writes regularly for some of the biggest names in stand-up comedy and he has appeared on many tv shows.
Completely at ease with any audience, Mick has an effortless ability to pluck material from thin air.
A supremely talented performer, Mick is a member of the esteemed Cutting Edge Show at The Comedy Store. It’s a furiously fast paced topical team show that relies on its members being quick witted and Mick continues to hone his off the cuff, spontaneous acerbic and razor-sharp outbursts.
Awards:
UK Circuit Comedian of the Year 2013 (voted for
by his fellow comedians)
Fosters Panel Prize 2014
Joe.co.uk Club Comedian of the year. 2019
Joe.co.uk Club Online Content of the year 2020

*Please note, the line-up is subject to change.

Russell Howard: Don't Tell The Algorithm
2026-04-30 19:30 - 21:00 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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Russell Howard is back with a brand-new stand-up tour in 2026. After breaking records with sold-out shows across the globe, ‘one of the world’s top comedians’ (The Sunday Times) is inviting you back into the room: no phones, no distractions, just humans and
jokes. Don’t tell the algorithm.
“Howard is a megastar”  The Times
“A comedy King” Evening Standard
“Superstar stand-up”  Guardian
“You’ll not find a slicker, more personable performer the length and breadth of the land”  Mail On Sunday
“completely irresistible…one of the most effective political stand-ups around. God, the man can put on a show. Howard is a brilliantly talented live performer” The Daily Telegraph ★★★★
★★★★★ Mail On Sunday
★★★★★ Metro
★★★★★ Chortle
★★★★ Evening Standard
★★★★ The Times
★★★★ Time Out
★★★★ The Independent
★★★★ The Telegraph

Red Herring Comedy Club - 8th May
2026-05-08 19:00 - 22:30 | Docks Academy, Grimsby, The Church, First Floor, King Edward St, Grimsby, Lincolnshire, DN31 3JD, United Kingdom
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The Red Herring Comedy Club returns for the fourth show of 2026.
MC AL STEVENSON
Al Stevenson is the sharp-witted lad from Newcastle, with “bulletproof confidence” (Stand Newcastle), his charm allows him to tear through an audience with a cheeky grin. His “relentlessly hilarious” (Carl Hutchinson) performances of his “brilliant jokes” (Jack Whitehall) have seen him go all the way to the Beat The Frog World Series Finals, be tour support for Mark Nelson, USA Kevin James Thornton and many more, and sellout the prestigious Stand Comedy Club with his debut solo show!
JOSH PUGH
“Stirringly excellent with his stand up, the comic keeps the laughter flowing freely” – List
“Inarguably five stars… he’s destined for the big leagues” British Comedy Guide
“A gentle surrealness and a big dollop of hilarity” Sunday Post
“Remarkably solid, dependable comedy… a satisfying hour” The Daily Telegraph
OLIVER BOWLER
Hailing from the mean cobbles of Bolton, Oliver Bowler is a talented rising star of the UK comedy scene. A natural born storyteller, Oliver is one of the most exciting stand-ups to hit the circuit in recent years and is marked as one to watch after winning over audiences across the UK. Oliver mixes hilarious physicality, dry wit and cheeky charm to his relatable experiences through his well-crafted jokes. Watch this space…!
“I’ve been telling everyone, the lads got it!” – Scott Bennett
“he’s tore the place apart” Jamie Hutchinson
‘A natural performer, echoes of Peter Kay and Lee Evans. Very funny!’ – The Laughięnda Comedy Club
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“One of my favourite new stand-up comedians” – Guz Khan
“Nicely paced, deadpan delivery” Chortle
Awards and Competitions
Shortlisted for Best Breakthrough Act 2024 – NW Comedy Awards
BBC New Comedy Awards Semi Finalist
Finalist : Liverpool Breakthrough Act of the Year
Shortlisted for Best Breakthrough Act 2023 – NW Comedy Awards
JOE JACOBS
Joe Jacobs is a London based comedian, rapper and writer.
His live shows effortlessly flit between hip hop and comedy and he’s been seen/heard on Channel 4, BBC Radio 4, BBC 6 Music, Radio 1XTRA, plus gained millions of viral video views online.
On the live circuit, he’s a regular at The Comedy Store, Top Secret, Glee, The Bearcat, Up The Creek, Backyard Comedy Club, Covent Garden Comedy Club, Knock2Bag, Downstairs At The Kings Head, Banana Cabaret, The Distraction Club and many others.
He has provided tour support for acts such as Jamali Maddix, Dane Baptiste and even opened for Bill Burr at The Comedy Store in Hollywood.
His TV work includes Harry Hill’s ClubNite on Channel 4, Nazi Pug: Joke or Hate on BBC3, plus his viral rap track I’m Dog was featured on E4’s Rudetube.
Joe’s first foray into radio was with Hip Hop’s Laughing Stock on BBC Sounds in September 2020. This show was soon added to BBC’s Seriously podcast, showcasing the best documentaries from the BBC worldwide.
In addition to stand up, as solo artist Jester Jacobs, he’s put out music since his debut Mental Disorder in 2008. Since then, he has had regular releases with performances nationally and internationally.
Line up subject to change.

Mark Simmons: Jest To Impress
2026-05-27 18:45 - 21:30 | Docks Academy, Grimsby, The Church, First Floor, King Edward St, Grimsby, Lincolnshire, DN31 3JD, United Kingdom
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WINNER Dave’s Funniest Joke of the Fringe 2024
As Seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV, ‘Master of one-liners’
Mark Simmons had a groundbreaking 200+ date sell out debut tour lasting two years, spanning the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
Mark is back on tour in 2026 with Jest To Impress, a brand new show packed with even more expertly crafted one-liners, alongside his trademark off-the-cuff jokes based on random audience suggestions.
Mark is enjoying further success with his podcast, Jokes With Mark Simmons, where he invites a fellow comic, such as Gary Delaney, Sarah Millican, Milton Jones, and Penn & Teller to discuss jokes that they’ve written but for whatever reason couldn’t get to work.
Recipient of Victoria Wood Panel Prize Fringe 2023
UK Comics’ Comic 2022 – Best Act
RUNNER UP DAVE’s Top 10 Jokes of the Fringe 2022
‘Master of the crisp, clean, one-line zinger’

Scott Bennett: Stuff
2026-06-20 19:30 - 21:30 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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As heard on BBC Radio 4!
As a society we love stuff, it’s a statement about who we are and who we want to be. But apparently, this message is at odds with the looming environmental crisis. We’re now struggling to balance these worlds, to focus on the things that bring us real connections and nourish the soul. Award-winning Comedian and Award-winning Product Designer, Scott Bennett is desperately trying to cleanse his life of stuff, but is this even possible anymore?
Royal Variety Show ’24, Tour support for Mickey Flanagan, Rob Brydon, Jason Manford and John Bishop. The star of Live at the Apollo, The News Quiz, The Now Show, The Ultimate Choice and Chortle Best Club Comedian Nominee 2022.
“Without doubt live comedy’s best kept secret” Evening Standard
“Great material, great delivery, a very funny man” Rob Brydon
“Brilliantly funny, a joy to watch” Chris Ramsey
“Bennett is a stand-up in fine control of his material, his delivery and his image, a masterclass in adding a frisson of ‘in the moment’ unpredictability to otherwise tightly written routines” **** Chortle

Laura Smyth: Born Aggy
2026-09-24 19:30 - 22:00 | The Drill, Lincoln, The Drill, Free School Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 1EY, United Kingdom
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“NOT JUST A COMEDIAN A PHENOMENON”
★★★★★ THE LONDON EVENING STANDARD
What if all your dreams come true and you’ve still got the hump? Laura Smyth has had a meteoric rise in comedy! Her debut tour ‘Living My Best Life’ sold out up and down the country; she has supported Jack Whitehall, Michelle de Swarte, Alan Davies, and Jason Manford and appeared on multiple panel shows, QI, Would I Lie To You, 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and Live at The Apollo TWICE! She’s even beaten cancer; she’s done all the alternative healing shit you could shake a stick at – and she still thinks everyone’s a d**khead. It can’t just be her, can it?
Like her last tour, Laura will cover all of her everyday ever-changing life with truth, warmth, and hilarity. Maybe she needs more sleep or maybe she was just born aggy.
‘wickedly funny…a big-hitting good-time comic’ The Guardian

Jamie Hutchinson: Can My Mate Come? He's Sound.
2026-10-08 19:00 - 21:30 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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Podcasting cult hero. “Wetherspoons’ own Hunter S.Thompson” (British Comedy Guide)
Following his record-breaking Waterslide tour, Jamie Hutchinson is back with Can My Mate Come? He’s Sound. — a brand-new hour of unfiltered mayhem, questionable logic and emotional chaos held together by takeaway boxes and blind optimism.
Waterslide was a “masterclass in self-caricature” (British Comedy Guide). Now Jamie returns. Older? Technically. Less hair? Absolutely. Wiser? Absolutely not.
Armed with a bottomless pit of mad stories, misjudged decisions, and a unique ability for making the absurd feel profound, Jamie delivers what the British Comedy Guide called “rapid-fire gag-darts”.
Whether you’re a fan or just here because someone said, “He’s Sound!” – good luck. You’re on his night out now.

Jason Byrne: 30 Years Of Byrning
2026-10-09 19:30 - 22:30 | The Drill, Lincoln, The Drill, Free School Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 1EY, United Kingdom
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Jason Byrne is marking 30 years in comedy with a brand new UK tour.

The Irish comedian brings his anniversary show, 30 Years Byrning, to The Drill on October 9th 2026.
Part of a wider UK tour that kicks off after a full run at the Edinburgh Festival, the show promises to be a riotous celebration of Byrne’s three-decade career in stand-up.
Jason Byrne said: “Please join me to celebrate three Byrning decades of my unique comedy”.

Tom Stade Rules
2026-11-05 19:00 - 23:00 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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Canadian powerhouse Tom Stade is back on the road with a brand-new show – taking aim at the absurdities of modern times with his contagious charm and incisive, gloriously unfiltered wit.
Direct from the Edinburgh festival, join this free spirit as he grapples with rebellion, responsibility and the tension between the old and the new. Everything from unspoken social codes, cultural divides, identity and marriage – Tom dismantles all the rules – and redefines them his way!
As seen/heard on Have a Word Pod, Ch4’s Comedy Gala, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, The John Bishop Show, Live at the Apollo (so good, he’s done it twice) and much more.
He’s been rocking live audiences for decades with his trademark swagger, and masterful stage presence. Consistently magnificent, blisteringly funny, come see for yourself why Tom Stade Rules!
“UNMISSABLE” Edinburgh Evening News
“STAND-UP ELITE” Chortle
“DEBAUCHED TRUTH TELLER” Guardian
“GLORIOUSLY FUNNY” Scotsman
“MASTER OF COMEDY” List
“EVERY INCH A STAR” Daily Record

Chris Ramsey: Here Man!
2026-12-03 19:00 - 23:00 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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Following a rapid and complete sell-out Spring tour, Chris has added a limited run ofextra dates this autumn.
Despite initially (and repeatedly) vowing not to add any extra dates, the opportunity to continue touring‘Here Man’and tell audiences all about all the stuff that he CAN’T SAY on his hit podcast‘Shagged Married Annoyed’, was just too tempting!
As seen onThe Chris & Rosie Ramsey Show,Strictly Come Dancing, and Taskmaster, presenting Children in Need, andco-hosting his weekly mega-hit marital podcast Shagged.Married.Annoyed, alongside (long-suffering) wife Rosie Ramsey, don’t miss Chris as he brings his trademark stand-up to a venue near you. Get your ticketsfast!

Ed Gamble: Fresh Hell
2027-03-11 19:00 - 23:00 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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Everyone’s annoying cousin, Ed Gamble, is going back on tour in 2027 across the UK & Ireland with some more of his stand-up grot. So come and see the self-appointed Crown Prince of Visualised Companion Podcasts harrumph about the stage.
Co-host of the award-winning mega-hit podcast Off Menu with James Acaster, host of visualised spin-offs The Traitors: Uncloaked and Taskmaster The Podcast, as well as new upcoming panel show Unacceptable airing this summer, Ed’s brand-new tour, Fresh Hell, follows his biggest ever sold-out world tour across Europe, North America and Australasia.
“A Class Act. Comedy Gold”
★★★★
Time Out
“consistently eye-wateringly hilarious”
★★★★
The i
“You can bet on Gamble to deliver laughs”
Evening Standard

Maisie Adam: Whatsherface
2027-03-16 18:30 - 19:30 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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Straight off the back of Taskmaster, A League Of Their Own, and Last One Laughing, Maisie Adam is back with her new show Whatsherface.
Join the “tall, chaotic one with the weird hair”* as she returns with her trademark wit, firecracker gags, and probably a few angry outbursts along the way.
*A genuine description given by her best friend’s Mum at a wedding this year.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Daily Express
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Guardian
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The List
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “a complete comedy natural, currently at the top of her game” Evening Standard

Lucy Beaumont: Bad At Quiz Shows, Good With Weirdos
2027-04-08 19:00 - 23:00 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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Lucy Beaumont has had quite the year. She lost a contestant £79,000 on The Wheel, forgot
to revise for Mastermind, and generally confirmed she’s terrible at quiz shows. So she’s
sticking with what she does best – this autumn, she’s back on the road with a brand new
show.
Following the success of her sell-out debut UK tour, Lucy returns with Bad at Quiz Shows,
Good with Weirdos – an evening packed with chaotic brilliance, mayhem, and beautifully
surreal storytelling that’s made her one of the UK’s most beloved comedians.
Expect tales of going into hiding after Celebrity Traitors, creating cow udder couture on The
Great British Sewing Bee, and navigating life as someone for whom “normal” has never made
much of an appearance.
Whether you loved her on Taskmaster, know her from her award-winning sitcom, or just
appreciate someone who turns everyday disasters into comedic gold, this is the night out
you need.
Come for the chaos. Stay for the weirdos.

Phil Wang: UH OU
2027-04-18 19:00 - 23:00 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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“Phil Wang is a critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, writer, and performer known for his sharp observational humour, distinctive storytelling, and charismatic stage presence. Born in Malaysia and raised in the United Kingdom, Wang has become one of the most recognisable voices in contemporary comedy, earning widespread praise for his intelligent and insightful approach to stand-up.
A regular on television, radio, and international comedy festivals, Wang has built a loyal following through acclaimed live tours and standout appearances on major comedy programmes. His work often explores culture, identity, and everyday life with wit and originality, earning him recognition as one of the leading comedians of his generation. With his unique perspective and effortless delivery, Phil Wang continues to captivate audiences around the world.
Recommended 16+

Ross Noble: Cranium of Curiosity
2027-05-08 19:00 - 23:00 | The Engine Shed, Lincoln, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN6 7TS, United Kingdom
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“Roll up, roll up! Or use a more conventional form of transport to get to the show. It’s entirely your choice. Unless you accidentally become trapped in a barrel*.
Should that happen, then just find an incline and start rolling to see the one and only Ross Noble!
He is the Wizard of Waffle, The Rambler Royale, The Noodlers’ Noodler, and he’s back live on stage to tour a tornado of tangents.
What the show will be about is anybody’s guess, but that’s all part of the fun when you look inside his Cranium of Curiosities.
*We strongly advise trying not to get trapped in a barrel before or during the performance. Despite the expression “barrel of laughs,” it may impede your enjoyment of the show.
“Thrilling to watch… weepingly funny” Daily Mail
Recommended 15+
