Best of the Fest

Best of the Fest Featuring Dan Nightingale, Jenny Collier, Jonny Awsum and host Brendan Riley

Join us for a fantastic night of live comedy on the opening night of the festival with a triple headline show.

Dan Nightingale

Host of the smash-hit podcast Have A Word and one of the most exciting voices in British comedy today. With TV credits including John Bishop’s Only Joking, Dan’s comedy is original, playful, intelligent, poignant and exciting; sometimes ridiculous… but always hilarious. Multi-award-winning and widely acclaimed — don’t miss this powerhouse of comedy live on stage.

"Exciting and imaginative", Edinburgh Evening News

Jenny Collier
Smart, fearless, and absolutely hilarious — Jenny is a comedy circuit favourite with international acclaim. From The Rhod Gilbert Show to The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan, Jenny’s wit and charm have lit up stages from the UK to Australia.

"Clearly a rising star", Bruce Dessau

Jonny Awsum
As seen on Britain’s Got Talent (and with over 50 million YouTube views to prove it), Jonny’s infectious energy and feel-good musical comedy have won him fans nationwide. He’s bold, brilliant, and guaranteed to leave you grinning from ear to ear.

"Brilliantly Inventive", David Walliams

Hosted by Brendan Riley

There's nothing bland or predictable about this stand-up comic. Brendan's Liverpudlian accent and lively blend of anecdotes, gags and inspired improvisation brings a refreshing blast of cheerful North Western humour and makes him a sought after headline act and MC.

"A great compere", The Guardian