JO ENRIGHT

"One of Britain’s best character actresses." The Independent

“Jo Enright is one of the most naturally gifted comic talents I’ve ever seen. I’d put her in the same league as Julie Walters.” Peter Kay

“A great comedienne.” Jack Dee

For more than a decade Jo Enright has worked with many of the UK’s leading comedy writers and directors. Appearing alongside Peter Kay in Phoenix Nights, with Steve Coogan in I’m Alan Partridge and playing the female lead Sue, in Life’s Too Short, directed by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant.  Jo has recently received rave reviews for the part of Angela in three series of ITV’s The Job Lot.

Alongside acting Jo is also a highly acclaimed stand up comedienne. Jo has appeared on many TV shows and toured all over the world performing her stand up. Her comedy awards include the 2002 Chortle Award for ‘The Best Female Circuit Comic’ and the 2001 ‘Best Female on the Jongleurs Comedy Circuit’ award.

 

MARK SIMMONS

In 2013 Mark Simmons came runner up in the prestigious Leicester Mercury comedian of the year competition, in addition to reaching the finals of "So you think you’re funny", "Amused Moose Laugh off" and the "NATY award".

A fantastic one-liner comic, since then he has been in demand headlining shows on the UK comedy circuit as well as supporting Seann Walsh and Rob Beckett on their national tours.

 

EDY HURST

An award-winning musical comedian and one of the most exciting recent acts to come out of the North. Combining quick fire songs with oddball lingo and a skewed charm. Nominated for the BBC New Comedy Award 2017, Finalist of Harrogate Comedian of the Year 2018, Nominated for the Musical Comedy Awards 2018, Finalist for the Great Yorkshire Fringe New Act 2017.

 

MATT BRAGG

Dry humour, delivered with precision timing, Matt Bragg is now being recognised by a whole host of comedians and promoters on the circuit. He recently supported Harry Hill and is incredibly and effortlessly funny with his unique and engaging storytelling.

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