Ignacio Lopez brings spontaneous comedy to Cardigan’s Mwldan

Spanish-Welsh comedian Ignacio Lopez is bringing Nada, an improvised stand-up show, to Mwldan in Cardigan on Thursday, 19 November. Built around audience suggestions and Lopez’s own life stories, the performance promises a different comedy set on the night, with tickets priced at £22 plus a booking fee.

Key takeaways

• Nada is at Mwldan on Thursday, 19 November, at 8pm.

• Lopez will shape the show live, using audience suggestions and personal experiences.

• Tickets cost £22 plus a booking fee; the show is recommended for ages 13 and over.

The appeal of the format lies in its mix of prepared comic instinct and unexpected audience input. For fans of intimate live comedy, including Comedy in Your Eye’s weekly pub-room shows in Camden, it’s a reminder of the energy that comes from sharing a performance in the room.

A show made in the moment

Nada is billed as a comedy experiment in which Lopez builds a one-off stand-up performance on the spot. The material will draw on his experiences growing up in Mallorca and South Wales, with audience suggestions helping steer the evening.

Mwldan describes the set as an intricate story blending mystery and suspense with sarcasm and silliness. While the broad ingredients are clear, the details are set to emerge during the performance itself.

Lopez’s television and live career

Lopez has appeared on television programmes including Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News for You and QI. He has also performed at comedy clubs and at events around the world, including cruise, corporate and military shows.

The event is presented by Gag Reflex in association with A Rush of Laughter. Comedy fans can expect a live format that puts quick thinking and audience participation at its heart, while keeping the focus on Lopez’s storytelling and stand-up.

Tickets and age guidance

Tickets are £22, with a booking fee payable in addition. The performance begins at 8pm at Mwldan in Cardigan. It is recommended for audiences aged 13 and over because it includes strong language.

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