Best of the Fest

Best of the Fest

Featuring Steve Gribbin, Clayton Jones, Brennan Reece

Hosted by Brendan Riley

Get ready for a huge night of live comedy as Best of the Fest brings together three outstanding headline acts from the UK comedy circuit for one unforgettable show.

From razor-sharp satire and musical comedy to brilliantly observed stories and high-energy stand-up, this is a line-up packed with TV names, award winners and festival favourites.

Steve Gribbin

Liverpool’s legendary guitar-wielding satirist, Steve Gribbin is one of the most original voices on the UK comedy scene. Known for his biting up-to-the-minute comedy songs, sharp political humour and wildly energetic performances, Steve has become a firm favourite with audiences across the country.

A veteran of The Cutting Edge at London’s Comedy Store, Steve is also the recipient of the UK Comics’ Comic Award for Outstanding Achievement, voted for by fellow comedians.

“A highly refreshing and original comic with a gift for sharp observations and up-to-the-minute political asides.” — The Scotsman

Clayton Jones

Clayton Jones is a hugely popular act on the UK comedy circuit, known for his hilarious observations on everyday life and instantly relatable storytelling.

A former winner of the Last-Minute Comedian of the Year competition and finalist in English Comedian of the Year, Clayton has also performed solo shows at both the Edinburgh Fringe and Leicester Comedy Festival.

“This dude has funny bones.” — Romesh Ranganathan

Brennan Reece

Multi award-winning comedian as seen on Live At The Apollo (BBC), Roast Battle (Comedy Central). Winner of the prestigious English Comedian Of The Year and Edinburgh Best Newcomer Nominee. Brennan has supported some of the biggest names in British comedy including Joe Lycett, Micky Flanagan and Jason Manford. With more than 100 million online views and five sold-out UK tours under his belt, this sharp, Northern working-class wordsmith is firmly established as one of the most exciting comedians on the circuit today.

"A powerfully entertaining, unstoppable force" Chortle