First acts announced for The Comedy Store
Laughter is set to return to town this summer as the next instalment of The Comedy Store brings a stellar line-up of stand-up talent to the stage at Mansfield Palace Theatre on Friday 19 June
The first acts have now been announced, promising an evening packed with razor-sharp wit, big laughs, and top-tier comedy.
First up is Peter Brush, a highly distinctive performer known for his uniquely understated delivery and expertly crafted jokes. With his slight, bespectacled appearance and deliberately awkward stage presence, Brush quickly wins over audiences with a stream of quirky one-liners and brilliantly original routines.
A former finalist in the BBC New Comedy Award and winner of Harrogate Comedian of the Year, Brush has performed extensively across the UK and internationally. His writing credits include popular BBC Radio 4 programmes such as The News Quiz, The Show What You Wrote, and Newsjack. He has also toured as support for major names including Alexei Sayle, Jason Manford, Fern Brady, Arthur Smith, Paul Sinha and Jonathan Pie.
Joining him is the acclaimed Garrett Millerick, a stand-up comedian, writer and director. He recently appeared on the hit US late-night show Conan and co-hosts the popular podcast Laughable alongside Jayde Adams and Red Richardson, which was highlighted by The Guardian as one of the funniest podcasts to enjoy during the pandemic.
Millerick’s breakout show Sunflower became one of the most talked-about performances at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2018, later transferring to Soho Theatre where it played to packed audiences. The show earned critical acclaim, including being named Time Out London’s number one Comedy Pick in February 2019, and led to a Breakthrough Act nomination at the 2019 Chortle Awards.
His follow-up show Smile proved even more successful, selling out its runs and adding extra dates due to demand. Praised by The Times as one of the standout shows of 2019, it went on to tour the UK following a London run of events.
Garrett is currently developing a new sitcom project, following a pilot recorded for Audible and produced by Hat Trick Productions, starring Jack Dee and Meera Syal.
Further acts for the night will be announced soon, ensuring another unforgettable evening of comedy from some of the best performers on the circuit.
Tickets are priced at just £19.50 and are available now via mansfieldpalace.co.uk or 01623 463133. Groucho’s Bar will be open before the show and during the interval to keep your laughing muscles lubricated!