sheffcomedy Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 The Last Laugh Comedy Club This Thurs see’s Dave Longley hosts Rachel Fairburn, Jared Shooter and Rudi Lickwood headlining. Date – Thur 27 March – Doors 8pm Show 8 30pm Venue – The Lescar, Sharrowvale Rd Tickets - £8 / £5 NUS http://www.wegottickets.com/sheffieldcomedy DAVE LONGLEY One of the few comics able to play to any audience without compromising on his material, David Longley can delight a hen party and the comedy connoisseur on the same night. Intelligent, silly, thought-provoking and filthy, Longley has found himself headlining comedy clubs all over the country and is also in demand as an MC. Longley has performed 4 full-length solo shows at the Edinburgh Fringe each one being greeted with critical acclaim. David is now a festival must see for audience and comedian alike. “As intense and intelligent a performer as you’re likely to see.” The List “Proves that comedy can say something important and, crucially, still be funny.” Metro “Acid tongued and as sharp as a barrell full of tacks.” The List “Longley is a gifted comic. Deserves to he tipped as a rising star.” Metro “A uniquely fascinating act. Could find himself becoming a festival must see.” Steve Bennet, Chortle JARED SHOOTER Jared burst onto the comedy circuit in style in September 2012 by becoming runner up in Stagefright Comedys 'Crooked Smile New Act Of The Year Awards' in only his second gig at the age of 17! Shooter's presences on stage is key to his style, his energetic persona portrays life as a teenager discovering the adult world for the first time. In his material he describes his life experiences, relationships with family and friends and some observational humour mixed with clever one liners and witty anecdotes. His ability to connect with an audience is second to none, he always relates to crowds in an excellent manor without making them feel uncomfortable in any way. "A natural in the spotlight, warm, friendly, likeable, smiley and engaged with the audience throughout. He showed no sign of nerves and never once did the audience feel that he was out of his depth. Jared Shooter is definitely a shooting star!" - Derbyshire Times "A comedy legend in the making." - Crooked Smile 2012 Judge Shaun Stevenson. RACHEL FAIRBURN Rachel Fairburn started doing stand up in January 2007, and was a finalist in both the Funny Women and City Life North-West Comedian Of The Year competitions the following year. RUDI LICKWOOD As the top black comedian on the UK comedy circuit, Rudi Lickwood is far more than just a stand-up. Rudi’s recent achievements including earning his status in the ‘Black 100+’ awards for the greatest Black British Achievers, picking up a BECA award for outstanding contribution to comedy, and taking up a high profile request for Rudi to host an exclusive Brit Awards after-show party. With a super confident playful personality oozing charisma, Rudi’s infectious charm has made him a desirable commodity. Using his sense of humour and razor sharp material, Rudi has built an outstanding list of Radio and Television projects alongside his headline performances at esteemed venues across the UK. Recent television and media projects include; Get me the Producer (Ch4) and Funny Business (BBC2), plus a nationwide project with Mediatheme hosting the most comprehensive comedy entertainment system to date. Rudi is currently working the series ‘Lickwood’ with BAFTA award winning writer Sharon Foster. Working closely with the Combined Forces Entertainment (CSE), Rudi has toured in Afghanistan, Iraq and Bosnia, keeping the troops entertained all over the world. A charming character, Rudi is loved wherever he performs. ‘Irresistible...he's going to be massive' The Guardian “Wembley should just about contain him” The Stage 'Easily the funniest new comic I've seen this year' GLR “Observant engaging interactive comic whose routines roll out like warm custard over Spotted Dick.” The Independent “He’s an intelligent one of a kind with something to appeal to everyone” Chortle VIDEO CLIP - PLEASE NOTE AS SOME COMICS ARE A BUNCH OF WORKSHY LAYABOUTS THEN ALL BILLS SUBJECT TO CHANGE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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