sheffcomedy Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 This Friday & Saturday at the Sheffield City Hall we have another amazing line up of comedy. Fridays Paul Pirie hosts Eddy Brimson, Mickey D and Geoff Norcott. Saturday see’s R David nip over from Liverpool to take the hosting reigns. All rounded off with DJ Foxy's infamous cheesy disco. Venue – Memorial Hall, Sheffield City Hall Doors 7pm, show 8 30pm. Tickets - £16 01142210317 http://www.lastlaughcomedy.com PAUL PIRIE Paul Pirie began his stand-up career in 2006 quickly establishing himself on the Scottish comedy circuit. With a driving force for achievement Paul worked his way into the London clubs and was launched onto the UK comedy scene, emerging as one of the biggest Scottish acts on the UK comedy circuit. Paul’s career has encompassed TV, (appearing in Ikea's April 2011 comedy based TV advert), Film and Radio alongside his burgeoning skill as a stand-up. His hilarity and comedic ability has earned him huge popularity with comedy goers and bookers across the world, gigging as far abroad as Australia and for diverse audiences such as The Armed Forces. Pauls work is superbly individual and put simply, delivers a refreshing burst of laugh out loud comedy that leaves audiences in raptures. “… a brilliant natural comedian…” Evening News “…a hilarious rubber faced clown…” The Scotsman "…a most impressive physical comedian…" Chortle R DAVID As a black scouser from Toxteth, R David is a member of so many minority groups that he should qualify for some sort of gold card. As it is, he has remained surprisingly chirpy and upbeat, taking life's inequalities and showing their funny side. Beginning his stand up career in 1995, R David has toured extensively throughout the British Isles picking up a number of accolades along the way. In 1997 he was a finalist in the Hackney Empire New Act competition. In 2000 he was voted Comedian of the Year in Liverpool by the readers of the Liverpool Echo. In 2002 he hopes to become Prime Minister and win Miss World. David instantly warms the chilliest of rooms, sharing with the audience his theories that link teabags with ancient civilisations, alerting them to the panic caused by speed bumps in drive-by shooting prone Toxteth and telling them just what some ladies will do for a Dairylea triangle. Confident and streetwise David has proved himself a fine compere, effortlessly establishing an easy rapport with the audience. You may question his morals, but you cannot question the quality of his act. "One of the best..." -THE GUARDIAN "Has audiences rolling in the aisles -some literally" -THE DAILY MIRROR "Regularly has 'em howling with tales of Toxteth" -COMEDY REVIEW MAGAZINE "Hard living Liverpool comedian" -CITY LIFE GEOFF NORCOTT Everything Geoff Norcott does is under-pinned by enthusiasm, optimism and a sharp comic mind. On the comedy circuit, Geoff’s abundance of energy combined with a storming mix of observations, impressions and satire has made him a hugely popular act both in the UK and abroad. On television, Geoff’s profile continues to rise with urge using his sharp one-liners and becoming a popular feature of all manner of debates including many topical and sports related shows. Geoff’s expertise isn’t isolated to sports however, having recently filmed a comedy drama pilot for the BBC and playing a key part of the ‘SPOOF’ impressions show line-up on BBC1. As a former teacher, Geoff is a refreshing and humorous commentator on any issues related to education too. Also emerging as a vibrant writer, having written for ‘Parsons & Naylor’ and ‘The Now Show’ on BBC radio & MTV. “Geoff Norcott is a comedian with a big future ahead of him” The Mirror “Master of anecdotal storytelling” Edinburgh Evening News "Funny, charming and optimistic, but with enough good quality dark material to make you believe he means what he’s saying." The List “Geoff Norcott finds fresh ways into his material” The Independent "Guaranteed to bring the house down at any comedy gig" Manchester Evening News “An outstanding act who delivers an eclectic mix of smut, impressions and politics, all delivered with a confident smile and boundless energy…” Funny.co.uk “High energy and satirical” Time Out “An amiable and quick witted host” Chortle MICKEY D Since storming the Adelaide Fringe and Melbourne International Comedy Festival in 2000 Mickey D has performed across the UK, throughout Europe and the States and acquired an impressive list of TV and radio credits. His achievements were acknowledged when he won’ Best Comedy Award 2007 at the Adelaide International Festival’. His previously had sell-out shows in Edinburgh including; ‘Mickey D has Detention Deficit Disorder’, ‘Mickey D was a Pub Kid’ and ‘Velocity Boy’. Now after working extensively back in his home country of Australia, Mickey returns to the UK ready to grab the UK by the dangly bits. “Charmingly gregarious and a world class talent” The Independent “His material is all delivered with such bawling gusto that it’s a joy to take in” Edinburgh Evening News ‘..but the evenings brightest spark is Mickey D, a loud demonstrative Australian with a masterful command of his audience and a quick wit.’ The Scotsman ‘..five star bloke.’ Three Weeks ‘..world class talent.’ The Advertiser ‘The prodigal son returns to deliver a knock-out hour of surprisingly strong impact…he’s a natural on stage’ The Advertiser EDDY BRIMSON Eddy Brimson is one of the UK circuits most in demand headline acts working regularly with all the leading promoters. Eddy is equally in demand worldwide. He played the first ever Altitude Festival in the French Alps in 2008 and the Sydney Cracker Festival in Australia. Eddy has also taken his comedy to such far flung places as Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Bahrain. He once even played a gig naked. The promoter is still dealing with the legal cases. "Quite simply brilliant" - Sky "Eddy Brimson doesn't muck about" - Three Weeks. "The crowd loved him" - The Guardian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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