This morning award-winning entertainment company Komedia signed and exchanged lease papers with Bath and North East Somerset Council, granting the Brighton-based company permission to begin building works and refurbishment in the former Beau Nash cinema on Bath’s Westgate Street. Komedia Directors, along with architects Stubbs Rich and builders Sturland, expect to open the brand new venue in November 2008. Komedia Bath will present an eclectic programme of shows, from the very best comedians on the circuit to live musical acts and cabaret shows, all year round.

Komedia Bath was set to open in late 2007, but delays in planning consents and continued negotiations with the council meant the project was delayed until now. Colin Granger, co-founder of Komedia, is delighted: “We’re over the moon Komedia Bath is now but a few months away from completion. We’ve got a superb design from our Bath architects, Stubbs Rich, to convert the former ABC cinema into a live arts venue and have already started work with Sturland Builders on transforming this wonderful building into a fully working space once again.”

Komedia Bath is to be the first Komedia-branded venue launched outside of Brighton, Sussex. Presenting a large and diverse arts and entertainment programme, the south coast venue features international and national performers, and also plays host to a unique range of Komedia-grown resident shows such as the Krater Comedy Club, Kroon Kat Lounge and Bent Double. Equally adept at programming top-notch comedy, established and breaking music acts, eye-opening cabaret and brand new theatre throughout the year, Komedia’s devotion to booking the best in live entertainment is evident in recent and upcoming gigs from Duffy, Athlete, British Sea Power, Scouting For Girls, Henry Rollins, Gabriella Cilmi, The Kooks, Arctic Monkeys as well as stand-up from Bill Bailey, Flight of the Conchords, Richard Herring, Russell Howard, Omid Djalili, and Gina Yashere. It has also helped launch the careers of Graham Norton, the League of Gentlemen and The Mighty Boosh. Komedia will present a similar programme in Bath, and the Beau Nash will also feature a large all-day café where customers can find out about what shows are on, purchase tickets, and enjoy a coffee or a bite to eat.

Inspired by the European tradition of cabaret theatre where audiences can enjoy a meal while watching a show, Komedia Brighton has won many awards including Best Cultural Destination in the City and the Chortle Award for ‘Best Comedy Venue in the South’ an incredible six times. Komedia is also active on the Edinburgh Fringe, producing venues and promoting its artists and resident shows, and is a producer of broadcast entertainment.

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6 Responses to “Komedia Bath lease ’signed and sealed’ - new venue to open November 2008”

1. Ashley Bates Says:
   July 2nd, 2008 at 10:48 pm

   Hello,
   i am a perfomring arts student at bath spa university and i was just wondering if you were looking for any people to work for your company when you open in November. I am a stand up comic myself having done a number of gigs across the south west and i am so so pleased that you are opening this new club in Bath. i would give anything to come and work with you and your team when the place opens, i would be willing to do anything you ask of me, within reason if you would like to see my CV i could send it to you. i hope this doesnt sound too desparate but i have longed to work in a comedy club for a very long time now and i do feel i could be a strong member of your komedia team.
   thank you for your time.
   Ashley Bates

2. helen baker Says:
   July 4th, 2008 at 5:56 pm

   hi i was passing and am really interested in your recruitment and would appreciate the availability that komedia has.i have always been interested in entertainment and this is what bath needs, well done i would love to be part of this new venture in bath.

3. Jenny Says:
   September 10th, 2008 at 3:46 pm

   Hi
   Can you tell me if you are taking bookings for this christmas, and if so can you send all details or phone on 01985 848314
   thank you

4. robin brunskill Says:
   September 18th, 2008 at 3:05 pm

   hello - can you confirm that Roddy Frame will be playing Nov 13th and if so, can you get tickets on the door?

5. T.SMITH Says:
   September 22nd, 2008 at 7:45 pm

   please add me to your mailing list for future events !

6. Gary Deykin Says:
   October 7th, 2008 at 3:57 pm

   Please keep me updated with forthcoming events

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