Pocklington Art Centre Comedy Festival

Get ready to laugh out loud as Pocklington Arts Centre marks its 25th anniversary with its first-ever Comedy Festival on 31st May 2025! This exciting new addition to the venue’s anniversary celebrations promises a day packed with top-tier comedy for all ages.

Start the day with exclusive work-in-progress shows from some of the UK’s best comedians:

• Seeta Wrightson – Taking audiences on a rollercoaster journey through the trials and tribulations of a thirty something mixed-race, mixed-up woman with ADHD impulse control issues.
• Chris Cantrill – A three-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee, showcasing an hour of brand-new material.
• Louise Young – A tour support act for Alan Carr and Tom Allen, bringing her fresh, sharp-witted stand-up to the stage.
• Joe Kent-Walters as Frankie Monroe – Winner of the Edinburgh Fringe Best Newcomer award, performing as the eccentric owner of The Misty Moon (a working men’s club in Rotherham… and a portal to hell).

Family-Friendly Kids’ Comedy Show (2:00 PM)

A high-energy comedy experience for younger audiences! Hosted by Lee Kyle (as seen on BBC), featuring:

• ‘Just Josh’ – Fun-filled antics.
• Jeddy Bear & Garry – A hilarious duo known for world record attempts and pie-throwing madness!

Mixed-Bill Comedy Show (8:00 PM – Main Auditorium)
The festival finale brings a hilarious stand-up showcase hosted by award-winning comedian Kiri Pritchard-McLean (Live at the Apollo, QI). Featuring brand-new performances from:

• Chris Cantrill
• Louise Young
• Frankie Monroe
• Seeta Wrightson

Book Your Tickets Now!
Tickets from just £10
Available at: pocklingtonartscentre.co.uk

Don’t miss this incredible one-day festival celebrating 25 years of entertainment at Pocklington Arts Centre!