This Christmas, the Leadmill is hosting a night of top quality comedy to raise money for the vital work of the British Red Cross.
Giggle Aid, a comedy benefit night for the British Red Cross, will celebrate its 10th birthday this year as it returns to the increasingly popular Leadmill Comedy Club on Sunday 8 December.
The night is expected to be another sell-out event for the charity, and taking to the stage will be top names from the world of TV and podcasts.
The comedians, who are all donating their time and talent for free, will entertain punters over the course of three hours, with the night ending with the charity’s exclusive auction and raffle where top prizes will be up for grabs.
Helen Whale, senior community fundraiser for the British Red Cross Yorkshire, said: “People love Giggle Aid and there’s nothing better than the buzz at the event, when everyone is together, having a right good laugh with friends, family and colleagues, at what can be quite a stressful time of year. I’m very excited about this year’s line-up, particularly as I’m a huge fan of Upstart Crow. I’d highly recommend getting your tickets soon, before they are all snapped up!”
Funds raised from the event will help support the work of the British Red Cross in Sheffield and across Yorkshire, including providing shelter and support for rough sleepers in Sheffield, services for refugees and asylum seekers, providing wheelchair loans, and responding to fires and floods in the local area.
WHO’S ON?
Rob Rouse
Probably best known for his portrayal of ‘Ned Bottom’ in Ben Elton’s hit BBC 2 Shakespeare sitcom Upstart Crow, Sheffield-born Rob is also one of the best comic storytellers out there. He regularly receiving rave reviews from the critics and has been described by the Sunday Times as ‘a man with genuinely funny bones’.
Jessica Fostekew
Star of Motherland (BBC) and Cuckoo (BBC/Netflix), and regular co-host of the The Guilty Feminist podcast, brilliantly funny Jessica is now also shortlisted for the ‘Best Show’ Edinburgh Comedy Award 2019 – a sought-after award in the live comedy world.
President Obonjo
The larger-than-life, uber-confident, self-appointed, side-splitting dictator of ‘Lafta Republic’ has been performing to packed crowds and critical acclaim, winning plaudits for his genius character study and attracting media attention at his recent stint at the Edinburgh Fringe 2019.
Kate Smurthwaite
Comedian, writer and activist, Kate is a regular on panel shows and has been described as ‘one of the wittiest gun-slingers I’ve ever seen on stage’ (The Spectator).
Jack Gleadow
Best Newcomer Nominee for the Chortle Awards 2019 and winner of the Amused Moose National New Comic award, Jack’s star is on the rise.
Jed Salisbury
Hull-based Jed is a legend on the Yorkshire comedy circuit and his act takes audiences on a hilarious adventure through his mirth-filled journey from boy to man-child.
