North Shields Comedy Club

Big laughs. Brilliant line-ups. Unforgettable nights. North Shields is building something special. Welcome to North Shields Comedy Club at The Loading Bay, Salt Market Social — home to the biggest laughs, the best line-ups and some of the finest comedy talent around. As the longest-running comedy club in North Tyneside, we’re bringing top-quality stand-up to the heart of North Shields, showcasing a cracking mix of established headliners, rising stars and exciting new talent from across the UK and the North East. ALISTAIR BARRIE One of the most prolific political satirists on the international comedy circuit, Alistair Barrie has performed stand-up in more than 40 countries. A regular on London’s Comedy Store’s topical show The Cutting Edge, he is also an accomplished scriptwriter, with credits including Have I Got News for You and Mock the Week. His solo shows have earned multiple Edinburgh Comedy Award nominations. “Pacey, full of energy and delightful comic timing... about as good as it gets.” — FringeReview JOHN FOTHERGILL A high-energy Geordie comedy powerhouse, John Fothergill has been entertaining audiences since his debut in 1993. A regular headliner at London’s Comedy Store and Dublin’s Laughter Lounge, he has performed internationally and supported arena acts including Jason Manford. “Everything he says is funny... he looks like he was born on stage.” — The Guardian KATE ROBB A Funny Women Awards Stage Award semi-finalist just months after her first gig, Kate has built a reputation for sharp storytelling, quick-fire jokes and a delightfully naughty edge. “Her material is smart, well-crafted and packed with proper jokes.” — Rock Central Promotions HOSTED BY SI BECKWITH As heard on BBC Radio, Si is a Harrogate Comedian of the Year finalist who has supported Carl Hutchinson, Janine Harouni, Nabil Abdulrashid, Sukh Ojla, Gavin Webster and Eric Neumann on tour. “Razor sharp wit” — The Crack Magazine “Absurdly charming and funny” — NARC Magazine