STARRING

PAUL TONKINSON

Award-Winning Comedian, Radio Presenter and Television Personality

 Hilarious, nobody makes me laugh like Paul Tonkinson…go see him!
MICHAEL McINTYRE
 Excellent… extremely talented… brilliant - TIME OUT
 Very funny - THE MIRROR

House of Stand Up Coulsdon Comedy – Thursday 20th November

Get ready for a fantastic night of laughter at House of Stand Up Coulsdon Comedy, live at The Coulsdon Club on Thursday 20th November.

Headlining this unmissable show is Award-Winning Comedian, Radio Presenter and TV Personality Paul Tonkinson — a true comedy powerhouse known for his sharp wit, quick-fire delivery, and brilliantly relatable humour. As a regular on Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, The Big Breakfast, and Comic Relief, Paul has entertained audiences across the UK and beyond.

Joining Paul is a stellar supporting lineup featuring:

• Darryl Purvis – a sharp, engaging performer with a smooth, confident style.

• Joe Da Costa – a rising star on the UK comedy scene known for his smart, fresh material.

• Alex Egan – effortlessly funny and always a hit with live audiences.

Your MC for the night is the superb Paul Pirie, whose infectious energy and fast-paced humour guarantee plenty of laughs from start to finish.

?️ Tickets are selling fast, so don’t miss out on this brilliant night of live stand-up comedy in Coulsdon.
✨ Check out our No Booking Fee Option for even better value!

'Join Bobby Davro and friends as

House of Stand Up presents An Evening of Top London Comedy’
A man of many talents – comedian, impressionist, game show host and actor – Bobby Davro soared to fame in the 1980s with TV shows such as ‘Bobby Davro
On The Box’ and Bobby’s Sketch Pad, before joining the BBC to make Rock With Laughter among other hugely popular shows. He made his straight-acting debut
in EastEnders as the loveable rogue Vinnie Monks, and has also appeared on
Never Mind The Buzzcocks and Dancing On Ice. 

HAZELWOOD LANE, CHIPSTEAD CR5 3QU

STARRING

COMEDIAN, ACTOR, IMPRESSIONIST,
SINGER & ALL ROUND ENTERTAINER

BOBBY DAVRO

“A master of laughter - Bobby Davro proves why he’s one of Britain’s true comedy greats!” – The Comedy Review

“Hilarious, high-energy and brilliantly entertaining from start to finish!”
– Audience Member, House of Stand Up“
 

Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter as Bobby Davro headlines House of Stand Up Chipstead! This exclusive live comedy show brings one of the UK’s best-loved entertainers to The Courtyard Theatre for a night packed with top-class stand-up and feel-good fun.

About Bobby Davro

A man of many talents — comedian, impressionist, game show host and actor — Bobby Davro rose to fame in the 1980s with hit TV shows such as Bobby Davro On The Box and Bobby’s Sketch Pad. He later joined the BBC for Rock With Laughter and went on to star in EastEnders as the loveable rogue Vinnie Monks.

Bobby has also appeared on Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Big Brother, Dancing On Ice and was crowned Celebrity Mastermind Winner 2023. Expect hilarious stories, brilliant impressions and a night full of classic comedy moments.

The Line-Up

Joining Bobby on stage is a fantastic supporting cast featuring:
 

Pierre Hollins – a powerhouse of punchlines and audience energy

Alex Egan – sharp, witty and effortlessly funny

Adam Morrison – your charismatic compere for the evening

Over 50% of tickets are already sold,
so don’t miss out on this one-night-only show!

STARRING

MAN OF MYSTERY, MADNESS & MAGIC
 “Master of Mirth and Minimalist Magic - Delightful”  TIME OUT

OTIZ CANNELLONI 

Otiz Cannelloni combines the illusion of magic and the wit of stand up to produce a hybrid comic creation. With a mind more suited to testing crash helmets, his performance fluctuates between sheer genius and downright stupidity.

Just when you suspect he doesn’t have a clue, Cannelloni removes all doubt.

When this man is on stage the dressing room empties, as the rest of the comics rush to watch and learn from his mistakes. It’s taken years of practice to make something so simple look so difficult.
 

Despite various television appearances – The Stand Up Show BBC 1 – Stuff The White Rabbit BBC 2  – producers are prepared to forgive and forget, mostly forget. Still, there’s always the alloment – if it stops raining!

STARRING

AWARD-WINNING COMEDIAN, TV & RADIO PERSONALITY

CAREY MARX

“Anecdotally debauched” Herald ★★★★★

“A comic at his gleeful best” Edinburgh Evening News ★★★★★

“Supremely crafted comedy” List ★★★★

As sharp as joke writers come, British stand up comedian Carey Marx is a

favourite UK headliner, mixing his own blend of dark humour with

mischievous and gleeful delivery.

In addition to headlining Britain’s top comedy clubs, he has taken a multitude of solo shows to the Edinburgh Festival and comedy festivals around the world, twice winning the New Zealand Comedy Festival Award for Best International Show.

His TV appearances include The Comedy Store (Comedy Central), The Stand Up Show (BBC One) and Comedy Blue (Paramount Comedy). His solo show, Intensive Carey, was turned into a BBC Radio 4 series.

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A sensational live performer, Yorkshire man, marathon runner and 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, Paul is known for his effervescent physicality and skillful impressions, his first class material combined with tremendous charm and infectious energy make for quite a formidable talent.

In 2012 he took to the road with his eagerly anticipated debut tour Paul Tonkinson; Fancy Man. The tour took in 50 dates across the UK, and gave audiences the opportunity to experience the full Tonkinson phenomena in all it’s glory!

Following his solo tour, he joined the mighty Michael McIntyre as a special guest on live shows around the UK. In 2013 he had the honour of joining Michael as a special guest on his global arena tour, playing to millions across the globe. Paul joined Michael again in 2015 as special guest on the Happy & Glorious Tour playing to sold-out crowds in arenas across the UK.

On TV he has performed on Michael Mcintyre’s Comedy Roadshow (BBC 1) and Comedy Central’s The Comedy Store and The World Stands-up. He was a contestant on the hit show Celebrity Come Dine With Me (Ch 4) proving he’s not just a dazzling stand-up talent, but a whizz in the kitchen, scooping first place to win the cash prize for charity.

Back in the day, when he was a mere whippersnapper he had a stint presenting The Big Breakfast (Ch 4), he was a Programme Associate on the Michael Mcintyre Chat Show (BBC 1) and has also presented radio shows on XFM in London and Manchester.

His other television credits include Comic Relief Does Fame Academy (BBC), Take The Mic (Ch 4), Raw Soup (ITV), Premier League All Stars (Sky One), Liquid News (BBC) and even a time on the sofa on GMTV!

His first love remains stand-up, and Paul remains in great demand in the UK and across the globe, performing at all the major international comedy festivals including the prestigious Montreal Just For Laughs Festival where he hosted the esteemed Britcom Gala.

'Join Bobby Davro and friends as

House of Stand Up presents An Evening of Top London Comedy’
A man of many talents – comedian, impressionist, game show host and actor – Bobby Davro soared to fame in the 1980s with TV shows such as ‘Bobby Davro
On The Box’ and Bobby’s Sketch Pad, before joining the BBC to make Rock With Laughter among other hugely popular shows. He made his straight-acting debut
in EastEnders as the loveable rogue Vinnie Monks, and has also appeared on
Never Mind The Buzzcocks and Dancing On Ice. 

The Home of Live Comedy

Award Winning Live Comedy Throughout London and the Home Counties.

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Welcome to House of Stand Up, the ultimate destination for live comedy

in London,Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent, Surrey and beyond! 

Check out our next show at a venue near you:-
Bexley, Bushey, Caterham,Chipstead, Chislehurst, Colchester, Coulsdon, Dartford, Downe, Leatherhead,
Oxted, Rickmansworth, Sutton, Warlingham Watersmeet Rickmansworth, Whyteleafe

Get ready to experience award-winning live comedy like never before! At House of Stand Up, we curate the finest line-ups featuring up to five top comedians at each venue. Whether you're into observational comedy, quick-witted one-liners, comedy magicians, or musical comedians, we've got something special in store for you.

Our talented acts are regulars on the London Comedy Circuit, gracing prestigious venues like

'The Comedy Store' and 'Up The Creek'. Plus, many of them are household names in the television comedy scene!

As Groucho Marx, or was it Chico dressed as Groucho once said,

"Who are you going to believe, me or your own eyes?"

Don't just take our word for it - check out the rave reviews below from our delighted audiences.

House of Stand Up, the home of live comedy. Where the country’s best stand up comedians come together to bring a great night of entertainment to your venue.

If you have a room with a theatre style seated capacity of 100 people or more, a night of unforgettable comedy could help boost awareness of your business and get people through the door.

It really is hassle-free! And with our experienced promotional team to support you, you could benefit from ticket sales, increased bar and food revenues, or even help to raise funds for your charity of choice.

And we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. So whether you’re after a full evening of comedy featuring five top comics direct from the London Circuit, or just one comedian to make a guest appearance at an event, we can tailor a night to suit your needs.

Our comedy shows do contain adult humour. But if you're looking for something family friendly and want a comedy night without any four-letter words we can provide that too!

So get in touch today and let us create your perfect night of comedy.

It’s simple. You provide the venue, we’ll bring the laughs.

Welcome to House of Stand Up – one of the South East’s leading live comedy
show promoters, with over 60 years of combined experience in the comedy
and entertainment industry.

We bring the very best stand-up comedy to audiences across London, Kent, and Surrey, featuring top comedians from the UK comedy circuit and familiar faces from TV and radio.

Our mission is simple: to create unforgettable live comedy nights that everyone can enjoy. Whether you’re planning a night out with friends, organising a work social, or looking for the perfect date night, our shows guarantee laughter, atmosphere, and top-quality entertainment.
 

You’ll find House of Stand Up Comedy Shows at fantastic venues including:
The Beaverwood Club in Chislehurst, The Coulsdon Club in Coulsdon,
Bexley Park Sports & Social Club in Dartford, The Soper Hall in Caterham, 
The Barn Theatre in Oxted and The Courtyard Theatre in Chipstead
each offering a warm welcome, great value, and an unbeatable night of laughter.
 

We pride ourselves on showcasing award-winning comedians, rising comedy stars, and unforgettable MCs – all in an intimate live setting that puts you right at the heart of the action.
 

If you love to laugh, you’ll love House of Stand Up.
Book your tickets today and discover why we’re the home of great live comedy in South London and the South East.

House of Stand Up is the lovechild and immaculate conception of Trevor Jones
with more hands-on experience in comedy, public relations, entertainment
and hospitality than he cares to remember.

With his passion for comedy and the support and encouragement of several like-minded friends, House of Stand Up has fast become a trusted and recognised brand name in the world of live comedy.

House of Stand Up is continually adding to the list of places where you can regularly see award-winning stand up comedy. If you live in London or the Home Counties, chances are, we will be coming soon to a venue near you. Bringing the best acts from the London comedy circuit to all our gigs for your enjoyment. 

Food and drink is available at most venues and we cater for both individual and group bookings. Our comedy events are great if you're organising a family and friends get-together or providing a corporate night out.

It's always an excellent evening of fun, laughter and entertainment and an ideal medium for companies and organisations to indulge their staff, colleagues and clients.

If you haven't been to one of our comedy shows before please have a 
look at some of the reviews we've received...

It may help you make your mind up to come along...

A man of many talents – comedian, impressionist, game show host and actor – Bobby Davro soared to fame in the 1980s with TV shows such as ‘Bobby Davro On The Box’ and Bobby’s Sketch Pad, before joining the BBC to make Rock With Laughter among other hugely popular shows.

He made his straight-acting debut in EastEnders as the loveable rogue Vinnie Monks, and has also appeared on Never Mind The Buzzcocks and Dancing On Ice and recently won the coveted Celebrity Mastermind Trophy. 

STARRING

AWARD-WINNING COMEDIAN, WRITER, TV & RADIO PERSONALITY
“Funny and ferocious” - The Guardian
"Tremendous energy and real pathos…" - The Stage

MARK THOMAS 

Mark Thomas is one of the UK’s most fearless and original comedians, blending razor-sharp wit with a passion for social justice that has made him a true legend of the comedy circuit. Renowned for his brilliant storytelling, quick-fire delivery and ability to tackle big issues with warmth and humour, Mark has entertained audiences for decades while also inspiring them to think differently. His shows are a unique mix of comedy, theatre and political insight, delivered with the charm and energy of a natural-born performer. Always engaging, thought-provoking and laugh-out-loud funny, Mark Thomas remains a must-see act who continues to set the standard for intelligent comedy.

★★★★★ “A master of this type of entertainment…” THE ARTS DESK

★★★★ “This a show that comes from the guts” THE TELEGRAPH

★★★★ “Righteous, moving and funny… Mark Thomas should be on prescription” THE HERALD
 

STARRING

COMEDIAN, QUIZZER, BROADCASTER, AUTHOR & TV HOST

PAUL SINHA

A trained medical doctor who is perhaps best known as the Sinnerman on the hugely popular ITV quiz show 'The Chase', Paul has been a successful comedian for a number of years. As a club comedian, he has played every major comedy club in the UK, performed in eighteen other countries across the globe, and been three times nominated for Best Club Comedian at the Chortle Awards, winning in 2014.

Paul has taken eight solo shows to the Edinburgh Fringe, his 2006 show Saint Or Sinha being nominated for whatever the Perrier award was called back then. His 2017 show Shout Out To My Ex had a sellout run and toured nationally, with 2018’s The Two Ages Of Man following suit. On Radio 4, Paul has appeared several times on venerable favourites Just A Minute, The Now Show, and The News Quiz; and has carved out a career in factual comedy — making programmes on cricket, the 2012 Olympics, the Magna Carta, and UK citizenship; and three series of the Rose d’Or-winning Paul Sinha’s History Revision.

STARRING

THE RAYMOND &

MR TIMPKINS REVUE 
AWARD-WINNING COMEDY DUO

Join Raymond & Mr Timpkins and guests as House of Stand Up presents ‘An Evening of Top London Comedy’
Raymond & Mr Timpkins are the co-operative that bring the vigour, pace
and joy to any event and love to have a laugh. Lightning fast
choreography meets uber swift editing in a fantasmagorical collision of quality entertainment. An overload of velvet, sandals and multi-hued wool provides a startling accompaniment, the whole effect being that of a slim man
and a fat man putting their bums in your face.
Headlining at venues from the Falklands to Ashby De La Zouch, they’ve circumnavigated the planet, spurting amusement in concentrated bursts. Brace yourselves Oxted...not really stand up and not really circus but all cabaret and that really should be enough for you.
If you like music and let’s face it, who doesn’t, you’ll like it. If you like silliness, middle aged men dancing and unsavoury acts, you’ll probably love it.
You should try it either way. See you there.

"This is comedy that reminds us why we go out to see live shows. And it wears its incredible skill, its labour-intensity and its comic genius so lightly one might think it is just a bit of silliness” - Kate Copstick The Scotsman
"A mad, anarchic triumph of Stupidity over Style. Not to Be Missed" The Guardian

STARRING

COMEDIAN, ACTOR, WRITER, DIRECTOR, MUSICIAN, PODCASTER AND JUICE PIG

PHIL NICHOL

“Nichol’s thermonuclear stage presence is so intense as to elude description. Give him any room and any crowd and he’ll win them over…He’s just outstandingly good at what he does” - The List
 

Join Phil Nichol and friends as House of Stand Up presents ‘An Evening of Top London Comedy’
Phil Nichol is a truly unique performer.
An acclaimed actor, award winning comedian, producer, presenter, writer and musician there is no end to his talent. Phil is an energetic and exciting performer with an unquenchable thirst to break boundaries and innovate with his work.
His skill as an improviser whether it be musical, comedy or straight is unparalled. With a surreal edge to some of his mischievous rantings Nichol always brings something new to the stage, his keen sense of fun and eye for the shocking and absurd has cemented his position as one of the best comedians on the circuit today.
His assured and award winning performances in his theatrical work have attracted critical accolades and see him in great demand as an actor. LIVE WORK Phil headlines all the major comedy clubs around the country and is also heavily involved as a resident host in Old Rope a new material night which runs
in London and Brighton.
Phil also presented the 2007 IF.Comedy Award alongside his One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest co-star Christian Slater.

STARRING
 AWARD-WINNING COMEDIAN

MARK SIMMONS

As Seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV, ‘Master of one-liners’ MARK SIMMONS brings his brand-new show on the road.

*Dave’s Joke of The Fringe Winner 2024*

Mark recently joined Dara O’Brian and Hugh Dennis on BBC2’s Mock The Week as a semi-regular on the show and now brings you his hotly-anticipated show Quip Off The Mark. He’s also been appearing on BT Sport’s DIY pundit and The Rugby’s On. Mark has also appeared in other TV shows such as ITV’s Out There, BBC Radio 4 Extra Stands Up, a Channel 4 pilot starring alongside Bridget Christie, as well as BBC3’s One For The Road.

Mark also hosted News-ish and Film-ish on Fubar Radio alongside co-host Seann Walsh. And now is enjoying further success with his solo podcast, Jokes With Mark Simmons, where he invites a fellow comic, such as Gary Delaney and Milton Jones to discuss jokes that they’ve written but simply just haven’t worked.

This isn’t your average one-liner show as there is the running theme throughout. This year Mark’s parents have sold the house he grew up in and has to collect his box of stuff from the loft. Come discover what’s in the box in this top-level one-liner show structured in a way you’ve never seen before.

STARRING
 STAND UP COMEDIAN, SCREENWRITER, PLAYWRIGHT AND NOVELIST

ANUVAB PAL

“Very clever, very funny” - The Guardian

Stand up comedian, Anuvab Pal, has been described by The New York Times as “India’s most intelligent comedian”.
The BBC calls him “India’s answer to British wit”.

His stand up comedy special, The Nation Wants To Know, has played hundreds of sold out shows from Mumbai to Sydney to San Francisco. His previous show, Empire, a comedy show based on the history of the British Empire in India, played in 12 cities worldwide and had a successful run twice at the Soho Theatre and Edinburgh Festival.

Anuvab’s TV appearances include the BBC’s ‘Big Asian Stand Up Show’ (BBC2), and QI (BBC2) and he has appeared on BBC Radio 4’s ‘The News Quiz’ and the BBC World Service’s The New Year International Comedy Show. 
He also co-hosts the popular podcast Our Last Week.

STARRING

MIKE GUNN

"One of the 10 leading stand-ups in Britain” – Independent on Sunday

“Mike Gunn will make you die laughing” – The Guardian
 

Mike Gunn’s history is as interesting and entertaining as his comedy. A misspent youth and a series of grim jobs cultivated his cynical outlook on life and a perverse desire led him to the world of stand-up. A self-confessed pessimist, he describes himself as “not a natural choice for a career in laughter”. He has a rare ability to walk close to the line of what audiences find acceptable and yet still remain likable and funny. His reputation for being a bit unfriendly, a touch dark and even morose is really not true. In real life he’s loving, warm and philanthropic. Just a bit misunderstood.

Television appearances include Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow (BBC1), Celebrity Deal or no Deal (CH 4), Harry Hill’s TV Burp (ITV), Al Murray’s sitcom ‘Time Gentlemen Please’ (Sky), Soccer AM (Sky 1), The Comedy Store (Comedy Central), Live At Jongleurs (CH5), and The Gas (CH4). He is a regular on the Sky Poker channel and has also been a contributor for The Guardian. He has written for Time Out, The List, The 11 O’clock Show (CH4) and Match of The Day Magazine. even though he hates football.

STARRING

LEE HURST
The bald one from the hit BBC TV program 'They Think Its All Over'

shows why he is even better seen live.

After earning his spurs on the UK comedy circuit Lee became the warm-up man for Have I Got News For You? The producers needed a warm-up man for the pilot of their new comedy sports quiz, They Think It’s All Over, and Lee being as sharp as he was they decided to have him as a regular panellist. Although he had no sporting prowess and he knew next to nothing about football, he won over millions of viewers each week with his quick witted banter. Lee appeared as a regular panellist in the first five series of They Think It’s All Over leaving in 1998.

He returned for two appearances as a guest towards the end of its run for Series 17 in 2004, and for the Comic Relief 24 Hour Panel People Special on 6 March 2011. Lee’s other TV credits include presenting Shark Tank, Salvage Squad and The Warehouse, and guest appearances on That’s Showbusiness, The Stand Up Show and Have I Got News For You. He also appeared as a regular panellist on Don’t Give Up Your Day Job as well as fronting ITV’s short-lived revival of the entertainment show Saturday Night Live.

Lee was the creator of Bring Me the Head of Light Entertainment, which ran for five series on Channel 5 between 1997 and 2000. On radio, Lee has guested on The Steve Wright Show, Euromix, Two Men and a Transmitter and The Robert Elms Show. He was team captain on Hold The Front Page. He also presented Wriggling with Eels, a study of Cockney comedians for BBC Radio 4.

STARRING

MULTI AWARD WINNING COMEDIAN
ACTOR & WRITER

JEFF INNOCENT

Jeff Innocent is a popular and experienced stand up comedian, actor, writer and cultural commentator. As a stand up comedian he has reached near legendary status among his peers and audience alike by staying at the top of his game for over 20 years. His unique appeal lies in the contrast between his East End ‘Geezer’ appearance and demeanour, and his educated, philosophical delivery and subject matter. Inspiring the guardian to describe him as a comedian with, ‘The body of a nightclub bouncer and the brains of a university boffin’.

He continues to cement his position within the premiership of British comedians with his weekly performances at The Comedy Store. He has also taken one man shows to The Edinburgh Fringe. The spread of the comedy circuit globally has found Jeff performing in such unlikely and far flung locations as China, India, Norway and Vietnam to name but a few.

His recent acting credits include appearances in the children’s TV programme, Little Howard’s Big Question and BBC’s extremely popular historical drama series, Call The Midwife.

As a writer he has contributed to a number of publications and websites such as The Independent, The Ecologist and London Is Funny, on a wide range of topics including environmental issues, history and music. He also lectures on stand up comedy at The London Comedy School.

"Extremely talented cockney philosopher" - Time Out

STARRING

NINIA BENJAMIN

Award-Winning Comedian, Actor and Much Much More...
 

Ninia Benjamin is one of the UK’s hottest female comedians with a wealth of television, stage and live stand-up experience.

Ninia was catapulted to stardom as one third of BBC3′s 3 Non-Blondes, which later transferred to BBC2 and BBC America before going to a second series, shown internationally. From this, her talents have been showcased across all the major UK channels in a variety of roles, as a presenter, studio guest, actress

and reality TV star. 

Ninia was crowned the Winner of Celebrity Scissorhands 2007 (BBC3) in which she and a host of celebrities cut and styled their way through two weeks in a televised salon, raising thousands of pounds for Children in Need. 

She was also a contestant on the hit Living programme, The Underdog Show in which celebrities were paired up with rescue dogs which they had to train in preparation for a number of obedience tests and she has made two hilarious appearances on BBC1′s Hole in the Wall. 

With an infectious sense of humour and effervescent screen presence, Ninia is a favourite guest and commentator for many popular discussion shows, for example Sky Comedy Close Up.  Other recent television appearances include Total Wipeout and Celebrity Masterchef whilst her vocal talents can be heard

in CBeebies’ Tinga Tinga Tales 

STARRING
Award-Winning Comedian, Actor and Writer

MARCUS BRIGSTOCKE

‘If you haven’t seen him live, then you haven’t seen him at his very best’

THE MIRROR
 

PRE-TOUR EXCLUSIVE

VITRUVIAN MANGO

What are men for? Most heavy things can be lifted by machines and most problems can be solved by computers and most puddles can be crossed without us gallantly draping our capes over them - so are we fellas of any use at all? Award winning MAN Marcus Brigstocke thinks we might still serve some useful function. But what is it? This new tour show will resolve the entire issue once and for all (in a non-patriarchal, open minded, progressive sort of way).

STARRING

COMEDIAN, ACTOR, DIRECTOR

DAVE FULTON

Dave Fulton has it all; irony, a sardonic turn of phrase, an amazingly relaxed stage presence and the intelligence to casually riff with the British audiences that have adopted this shaggy American joker.

The Seattle-based comedian has played clubs from San Francisco to New York, and notched up many TV credits ranging from Half Hour Comedy Hour (MTV), ShowTime and An Evening At The Improv (A&E) to a cutting-edge US programme called Comedy Explorers where he was filmed floating down the Grand Canyon. He’s also been seen entertaining crowds as far away as Hong Kong and Cape Town, South Africa.

Dave is opinionated, isn’t afraid to pull punches in his observations, yet has a deceptively laid back stage manner that disguises a raw aggression. A varied melting pot of issues that sometimes even he doesn’t want to explore. This is un-missable comedy from one of the most dynamic and innovative comedians breaking on the comedy circuit at the moment. His mother would never have thought it possible from someone who holds a Masters in Music Composition.

Recent television appearances vary from BBC 2’s The ‘Stand Up Show’ to Channel 5’s ‘The Comedy Store’ on which he took the roof off the prestigious club with his highly inventive perspective on life. You’ll have also spotted Dave on BBC2’s Never Mind the Buzzcocks and Steve Coogan’s Saxondale.

"Has a deceptively laid back stage manner that disguises a raw aggression"

THE INDEPENDENT
 

STARRING

CHRISTIAN REILLY

Musical Comedian and MMT Lover...
 

At the age of 15, Christian Reilly joined a band to get laid.

The Salvation Army had different ideas…

As former integral part of the Perrier award-winning show Otis Lee Crenshaw and the Black Liars, with comic/songster Rich Hall, Christian's career has taken him around the world three times. On his way, he received accolades at international festivals and numerous network TV credits in the USA, Australia, New Zealand and Britain.

Now a solo stand-up performer and playing all the major comedy venues in his own right, Christian uses his dynamic guitar and vocal skills to target histrionic rock bands, musical theatre and morose indie musicians. He recently wrote and performed for 'That Was Then This Is Now' (BBC Radio 2) as musical counterpart to Richard Herring and Emma Kennedy, as well as giving his improvisation skills an outing on Radio 2's 'Jammin'.

Christian's comic songs, improvisations, sharp wit and youthful energy have delighted audiences wherever he performs.

"This genuine, trendy, confident comedian has a natural talent

for risky jokes, song and quips which you can’t help laughing at!

If you get the chance to see Reilly live, do so. He is not to be missed!" 

Funny.co.uk 

STARRING

BOB MILLS

Award-Winning Comedian, Actor, Writer and Presenter

"Bob is an absolute legend on the comedy circuit

and one of the best acts the UK has ever produced"

Bob Mills left school early to join the merchant navy – but quit just nine days into his training. He drifted around London for a while, working valet in King's Cross, until he discovered the alternative comedy scene, after paying £1 to see

Mark Thomas and Mark Steel at the Market Tavern in Islington in 1983.

In 1985 he burst onto the London comedy scene himself, turning alternative comedy on its head. Bob is one of the most sort after acts on the comedy circuit today. He's performed at all the major comedy clubs across the UK and abroad.

His unique style and talented years of experience leave audiences wanting more.

Bob has a list of TV credits to his name but will be familiar as the host from

ITV’s long running daytime show ‘Win Lose or Draw. He became best known

for his off the wall late-night cult show 'In Bed With MeDinner', in which he

commented on documentary video footage. It became a huge hit with audiences.

On Radio Bob can be heard regularly on his own show on Talk Sport.

Television credits include: Win, Lose or Draw (ITV) Games World (Sky1) In Bed with Medinner (ITV) The Show (ITV) There’s Only One Brian Moore (LWT) Dial Midnight (LWT) Not A Lot Of People Know That (BBC1)

Radio credits include: Radio Five’s Fighting Talk as well as Radio 4′s News Review plus Talk Sport, Host of Tragedy+Time Talk Radio

 ROGER MONKHOUSE • JAMES DOWDESWELL (MC) • LOUIS GEORGE • RICHARD TODD

STARRING

MULTI AWARD WINNING COMEDIAN
ACTOR & WRITER

JEFF INNOCENT

Jeff Innocent is a popular and experienced stand up comedian, actor, writer and cultural commentator. As a stand up comedian he has reached near legendary status among his peers and audience alike by staying at the top of his game for over 20 years. His unique appeal lies in the contrast between his East End ‘Geezer’ appearance and demeanour, and his educated, philosophical delivery and subject matter. Inspiring the guardian to describe him as a comedian with, ‘The body of a nightclub bouncer and the brains of a university boffin’.

He continues to cement his position within the premiership of British comedians with his weekly performances at The Comedy Store. He has also taken one man shows to The Edinburgh Fringe. The spread of the comedy circuit globally has found Jeff performing in such unlikely and far flung locations as China, India, Norway and Vietnam to name but a few.

His recent acting credits include appearances in the children’s TV programme, Little Howard’s Big Question and BBC’s extremely popular historical drama series, Call The Midwife.

As a writer he has contributed to a number of publications and websites such as The Independent, The Ecologist and London Is Funny, on a wide range of topics including environmental issues, history and music. He also lectures on stand up comedy at The London Comedy School.

"Extremely talented cockney philosopher" - Time Out

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NINIA BENJAMIN

Award-Winning Comedian, Actor and Much Much More...
 

Ninia Benjamin is one of the UK’s hottest female comedians with a wealth of television, stage and live stand-up experience.

Ninia was catapulted to stardom as one third of BBC3′s 3 Non-Blondes, which later transferred to BBC2 and BBC America before going to a second series, shown internationally. From this, her talents have been showcased across all the major UK channels in a variety of roles, as a presenter, studio guest, actress

and reality TV star. 

Ninia was crowned the Winner of Celebrity Scissorhands 2007 (BBC3) in which she and a host of celebrities cut and styled their way through two weeks in a televised salon, raising thousands of pounds for Children in Need. 

She was also a contestant on the hit Living programme, The Underdog Show in which celebrities were paired up with rescue dogs which they had to train in preparation for a number of obedience tests and she has made two hilarious appearances on BBC1′s Hole in the Wall. 

With an infectious sense of humour and effervescent screen presence, Ninia is a favourite guest and commentator for many popular discussion shows, for example Sky Comedy Close Up.  Other recent television appearances include Total Wipeout and Celebrity Masterchef whilst her vocal talents can be heard

in CBeebies’ Tinga Tinga Tales 

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STAR OF 'MOCK THE WEEK',
'NEVER MIND THE BUZZCOCKS' & MANY MORE

TIFF STEVENSON

Tiff Stevenson is a stand-up comedian, actor and writer. Her thought provoking and engaging style have seen her consistently play to packed audiences; Tiff’s latest solo show ‘Mad Man’ was one of the best reviewed shows at the Edinburgh Festival 2015 receiving ten 4* and 5* reviews including 5 stars from the Sunday Herald, The Mirror & Funny Women. This follows on from her previous successes with Optimist, Uncomfortably Numb, Cavewoman, Dictators and Along Came a Spider. In 2015 The Times picked Tiff as one of their top 10 comics to watch at the fringe “hugely accomplished and enjoyably provocative comedian”. Sunday Herald “This is a heartfelt, hilarious, provocative, important hour of stand-up from one of the best in the business”.

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MIKE GUNN

"One of the 10 leading stand-ups in Britain” – Independent on Sunday

“Mike Gunn will make you die laughing” – The Guardian
 

Mike Gunn’s history is as interesting and entertaining as his comedy. A misspent youth and a series of grim jobs cultivated his cynical outlook on life and a perverse desire led him to the world of stand-up. A self-confessed pessimist, he describes himself as “not a natural choice for a career in laughter”. He has a rare ability to walk close to the line of what audiences find acceptable and yet still remain likable and funny. His reputation for being a bit unfriendly, a touch dark and even morose is really not true. In real life he’s loving, warm and philanthropic. Just a bit misunderstood.

Television appearances include Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow (BBC1), Celebrity Deal or no Deal (CH 4), Harry Hill’s TV Burp (ITV), Al Murray’s sitcom ‘Time Gentlemen Please’ (Sky), Soccer AM (Sky 1), The Comedy Store (Comedy Central), Live At Jongleurs (CH5), and The Gas (CH4). He is a regular on the Sky Poker channel and has also been a contributor for The Guardian. He has written for Time Out, The List, The 11 O’clock Show (CH4) and Match of The Day Magazine. even though he hates football.

Award winning comedian Bob Mills is headlining the House of Stand Up Oxted Comedy at The Barn Theatre! Get ready to laugh with a fantastic supporting lineup including: Roger Monkhouse, Richard Todd and Louis George. Your MC for the night is the one and only James Dowdeswell! Tickets are available now, so grab yours before they're all gone! 

 PAUL COX (MC) • JACK HESTER • OLLY MILLER • ADAM HOPKINS

STARRING

STAR OF 'SHOOTING STARS'

ANGELOS EPITHEMIOU

Unwitting star of 'Shooting Stars' (BBC2), 'Dave’s One Night Stand' and Channel 4’s 'The Angelos Epithemiou Show', cult favourite Angelos Epithemiou takes a giant leap into the spotlight yet again in this shambolic weird and wonderful new live comedy spectacle in Oxted. 

Join Angelos and guests as House of Stand Up presents an evening of new comedy, old comedy and anything in between. Nothing is off the table when Epithemiou is in the building.

Angelos is gearing up for his massive gig at the O2 which has not been booked and is never likely to be, but he’s keeping the dream alive. Think Little Britain meets Vic and Bob and then lower your expectations and get on board.

Come and revel at Angelos and his special guests for one night only on Saturday 30 November. Book Early For Best Seats!

Angelos Epithemiou is the creation of critically-acclaimed performer, Dan Renton Skinner, who has starred in such blockbuster films as The Spy Who Dumped Me, High Rise, and Swallows and Amazons for BBC Films and such TV serial-classics as The Tracy Ullman Show, Friday Night Dinner, and The Wrong Mans.

‘Angelos Epithemiou is currently his only disciple…there is plenty to relish here.’ EVENING STANDARD

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THE RAYMOND &

MR TIMPKINS REVUE

"A comedy twosome with over two decades of mucking about behind them, we have been everywhere from New Zealand to The Falklands and Exeter to Edinburgh with many a stop in between.

In late 2019 we won the UK Comedy Awards, Comedian of the Year award! Yes! Us! It was voted for by our colleagues in comedy so means a lot. Thanks you big arseholes. Love you.

We've played the lowliest pub back room to the London Palladium and had a month in Edinburgh courtesy of the quite fabulous Brett Vincent at Get Comedy with a resulting 5 star review from The Scotsman! I know. Posh right? Plus a load of other lovely reviews that we're far too modest to talk about..."

STARRING

'LIVE AT THE APOLLO' STAR

ESTHER MANITO

An Arab Essex girl who will challenge every single preconception of what that means. As seen on Live At The Apollo (BBC), The Stand Up Sketch Show (ITV), Hypothetical (Dave) and heard on: BBC Sounds Russel Kane’s Evil Genius, co-hosting Radio 4 Extra's Newsjack Unplugged, CBBC Bitesize Parents, BBC'S Breaking the News and Russell Kane’s Boys Don’t Cry.

Esther’s hour #NotAllMen won best show at Leicester Comedy Festival 2021.

Esther has supported Alan Davies, Shappi Khorsandi, Sindhu Vee, Jason Manford, Jo Brand and Al Murray.

"Manito skilfully weaves her own personal story with a wider look at gender issues in society"★★★★ Evening Standard

“At times it’s like Victoria Wood has taken the mic” - Radio Times

"an astute observer of everyday daftness as well as being able to tackle the bigger issues with wit and guile.”– The List

House of Stand Up feature five top comedians each month, hand-picked from the London Circuit, performing on the first floor of the industrial-luxe styled 

Venue On Middle Street, Croydon.

Block your diary for every first Thursday of the month.

More information and details of our upcoming shows are shown below.

Tickets are available to purchase online and by telephone through our box office. 

House of Stand Up Christmas Comedy Shows are a great way

to meet up with friends, relatives and work colleagues.

We have some superb headliners in December. So if you’re planning a

works do or a get together with friends and want a really fun night out,

take a look at our Comedy Shows below taking place in

London, Surrey and Kent.

STARRING

SLIM

Appealing to all ages, genders and nationalities, Danny 'Slim' Gray
has the ability to capture different aspects of everyday life
and twist it into his own brand of comedy.

Star of Live At The Apollo and The Russell Howard Hour, Slim is one of the UK's biggest stand up stars and the undisputed king of the Black British comedy circuit. Physical, ebullient and unashamedly for the people, his multi award winning 20 year career has seen him perform to thousands all over the world.

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COMEDY LEGEND

JIM DAVIDSON 
& FRIENDS

STARRING

STAR OF 'SHOOTING STARS'

ANGELOS EPITHEMIOU

Unwitting star of 'Shooting Stars' (BBC2), 'Dave’s One Night Stand' and Channel 4’s 'The Angelos Epithemiou Show', cult favourite Angelos Epithemiou takes a giant leap into the spotlight yet again in this shambolic weird and wonderful new live comedy spectacle in Oxted. 

Join Angelos and guests as House of Stand Up presents an evening of new comedy, old comedy and anything in between. Nothing is off the table when Epithemiou is in the building.

Angelos is gearing up for his massive gig at the O2 which has not been booked and is never likely to be, but he’s keeping the dream alive. Think Little Britain meets Vic and Bob and then lower your expectations and get on board.

Come and revel at Angelos and his special guests for one night only on

Friday 6 September. Book Early - Limited Seats!

Angelos Epithemiou is the creation of critically-acclaimed performer, Dan Renton Skinner, who has starred in such blockbuster films as The Spy Who Dumped Me, High Rise, and Swallows and Amazons for BBC Films and such TV serial-classics as The Tracy Ullman Show, Friday Night Dinner, and The Wrong Mans.

‘Angelos Epithemiou is currently his only disciple…there is plenty to relish here.’ EVENING STANDARD

PLUS A GREAT SUPPORTING LINEUP

STARRING

LIVE AT THE APOLLO STAR

PAUL McCAFFREY

The relaxed, assured confidence of a stadium filler’ - Chortle

‘Charm, charisma and success written all over him’ - The Evening Standard

Paul has completed two sell-out tours of the UK with Sean Lock on his Keep It Light tour in 2017, and more recently toured with Kevin Bridges on his record-breaking Brand New tour in 2018. He has performed two solo tours of his own, Suburban Legend in 2018, and Lemon in 2020/21.

In 2019 Paul made his debut on the flagship BBC stand-up show Live at the Apollo. He previously has starred in BBC Three’s Impractical Jokers and Russell Howard’s Good News, Comedy Central’s Stand Up Central, Channel 4’s 50 Funniest, and CBBC’s The Dog Ate My Homework.

An accomplished radio presenter and guest, Paul has recently been heard on talkSPORT, Absolute’s The Alternative Vote, Rock ‘N’ Roll Football with Rob Beckett, and Russell Kane’s Whistle Stop Tour on BBC Radio 2. He also presents The Paul McCaffrey Show every Saturday morning on Jack FM.

Paul is an award-winning comedian (Latitude New Act of the Year, London Paper New Act of the Year) and headlines at the biggest comedy clubs in the country. He has performed four critically acclaimed Edinburgh shows as well as major music festivals: Reading, Leeds, V Festival, Bestival and Latitude.

Paul is also the co-host of smash hit podcast What’s Upset You Now? with fellow comedian Seann Walsh.

The Home of Live Comedy 

Award Winning Live Comedy Throughout London and the Home Counties.

Ready for a laugh?

Welcome to House of Stand Up, the ultimate destination for live comedy

in London,Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent, Surrey and beyond! 

Check out our next show at a venue near you - Bexley, Bushey, Caterham, Chislehurst, Colchester, Coulsdon,

Dartford, Downe, Leatherhead, Maidstone, Oxted, Rickmansworth, Sutton, Watersmeet Rickmansworth, Whyteleafe

Get ready to experience award-winning live comedy like never before! At House of Stand Up, we curate the finest line-ups featuring up to five top comedians at each venue. Whether you're into observational comedy, quick-witted one-liners, comedy magicians, or musical comedians, we've got something special in store for you.

Our talented acts are regulars on the London Comedy Circuit, gracing prestigious venues like

'The Comedy Store' and 'Up The Creek'. Plus, many of them are household names in the television comedy scene!

As Groucho Marx, or was it Chico dressed as Groucho once said,

"Who are you going to believe, me or your own eyes?"

Don't just take our word for it - check out the rave reviews below from our delighted audiences.

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