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London's Comedy Scene Heats Up With Emerging Talent and Workshops

  • Comedy in Your Eye
  • Apr 15
  • 2 min read

London is buzzing with excitement as two significant events spotlight emerging comedians. The Extra Hot Comedy Club, a collaboration between Time Out and Nando’s, showcases new talent alongside established headliners, while the Brown Sauce Comedy Lab offers a free workshop for rising South Asian comics. Both initiatives aim to nurture and promote fresh comedic voices in the vibrant London comedy scene.

Key Takeaways

  • Extra Hot Comedy Club: Features eight emerging comedians performing alongside headliners in Nando’s restaurants.

  • Brown Sauce Comedy Lab: Offers a free workshop for selected South Asian comedians, culminating in a showcase gig.

Extra Hot Comedy Club: A Platform for New Talent

The Extra Hot Comedy Club is set to kick off on March 31 at Nando’s Great Portland Street, featuring a mix of established comedians and fresh faces. The event aims to create a lively atmosphere where comedy lovers can enjoy a night filled with laughter and delicious food.

  • Headliners include:

  • Emerging Comedians:

The competition to secure a spot in this line-up was fierce, with comedians submitting videos via Instagram. A panel of judges, including Time Out editors and Nando’s representatives, selected the final eight performers. Tickets for the event are priced at £15, which includes drinks and PERi-PERi, making it an enticing offer for comedy fans.

Brown Sauce Comedy Lab: Nurturing South Asian Talent

In a bid to support and elevate South Asian comedians, Brown Sauce has launched its inaugural Comedy Lab project. Eight emerging comedians have been selected to participate in a free one-day workshop on October 18, which will culminate in a showcase gig headlined by the acclaimed comedian Ahir Shah.

The selected comedians are:

  1. Iman Ahmedani: A Pakistani Muslim comedian and psychiatry doctor, known for her observational humour.

  2. Qasim Akhtar: A rising star in stand-up, recently winning the Beat the Frog Panel Prize.

  3. Jas Bahia: A former journalist whose sharp wit has transitioned into a successful comedy career.

  4. Nusrath Tapadar: A queer Bengali Muslim comedian eager to return to stand-up after her debut show.

  5. Dipak Patel: A former filmmaker with a strong social media presence, now embracing live comedy.

  6. Paras Patel: A musical comedian blending personal stories with guitar performances.

  7. Joeravar Sangha: A newcomer aiming to merge acting with stand-up comedy.

  8. Stuti Johri: An emerging talent with aspirations to create impactful comedy shows.

The workshop will be led by Sharlin Jahan, founder of Brown Sauce, and comedian Saima Ferdow. They expressed their excitement about working with the selected comedians, highlighting the importance of creating a supportive and inclusive environment for emerging talent.

Conclusion

Both the Extra Hot Comedy Club and the Brown Sauce Comedy Lab represent a significant step forward in promoting diversity and fresh talent within the London comedy scene. As these initiatives unfold, they promise to deliver a wealth of laughter and creativity, ensuring that the future of comedy in London remains bright and inclusive.

Sources

  • 8 Winning Comedians Announced for the Time Out and Nando’s Extra Hot Comedy Club, Time Out.

  • Rising Asian comics selected for free workshop : Other news 2024 : Chortle : The UK Comedy Guide, Chortle.

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