Get ready for an unforgettable night of comedy with our fantastic 2027 Comedy Gala lineup.
Returning by popular demand after his standout performance in 2026, Matt Richardson will host the evening. He'll be joined by Dara Ó Briain, Rhys James, and Lou Sanders, with more brilliant acts set to be announced soon!
Monday 31st May 2027
The Ridings, Chipping Sodbury, Bristol
Doors Open: 5pm
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Matt is a multi-award winning stand-up comedian and one of the most exciting names on the circuit currently rising through the ranks. Matt has firmly established himself as one of the UK’s most exciting young performers and presenters – hosting the drive-time show on Virgin Radio. His TV credits include Nevermind The Buzzcocks, Celebrity Juice, co-hosting the Xtra Factor alongside Caroline Flack, and countless other shows.

Stand-up comedian and television presenter Dara Ó Briain is best known in the UK for hosting Mock the Week, Blockbusters, Robot Wars, Stargazing Live, Dara and Ed’s Great Big Adventure and Dara Ó Briain’s Go 8Bit.
His latest show 'So… Where Were We?' was winner of Best Tour at the 2023 Chortle Awards and has been performed across the globe.

Described as a ‘master of the lightning-paced, gag-dense, precision-delivered set’, Rhys James is best known as one of the final regulars on BBC’s Mock the Week, as well as appearing on Live at the Apollo, QI, A League of Their Own and, in the US, The Great American Joke Off.
Rhys’ sharp writing and playful style have established him as a firm favourite on the British comedy scene.

Comedian, Actress and Writer - Lou Sanders has been seen on QI and Would I Lie to You - and was on the first series of the UK's Last One Laughing. Lou has also performed a couple of times on BBC Two's Live at the Apollo. She has not been banned from any show she's performed on!
At the moment she's writing a sitcom with her two cats.
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