Amaze’s comedy fundraiser at Komedia, the Big Cheer is back for 2026! Hosted by Amaze patron Angela Barnes and featuring a host of the brightest names in the world of stand-up, don’t miss this very funny evening of entertainment.
The current acts confirmed include:
Laura Smyth is a comedian, actor and writer hailing from East London. TV appearances include Cats Does Countdown, Live At The Apollo, The Jonathan Ross Show, Richard Osman’s House of Games, Would I Lie To You and more. She also hosts the hit podcast Shouldn’t Laugh But where Laura with her best mate Carmen as they let their intrusive thoughts win and laugh at all the things they know they shouldn’t, as they mull over all the daft things that happened to them and others across the week.
Jen Brister is a critically acclaimed stand up comedian and writer who has been seen on BBC’s Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week, Frankie Boyle’s New World Order, Hypothetical and Sara Pascoe’s comedy Lectures on Dave. She is a regular performer on the UK and international comedy circuits and has written and performed on BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, The Now Show and presented for BBC 6 Music.
Alistair Barrie is one of the most sought after headliners on the international comedy circuit. His biting topical comedy has seen him perform all over the world including acclaimed performances at the Cape Town, Melbourne, New Zealand and Edinburgh Festivals, where he has twice been nominated for best show. He is a regular at Glastonbury, on the BBC, Times Radio and a wide range of podcasts. Alistair is the only comedian to have played both the Labour and Conservative Party conferences.
Every pound raised for Amaze by supporting this event helps disabled children and young people and their families to thrive. By attending this event, you’ll be helping friends, neighbours and people you know access expert advice, practical support and a community of other families with similar experiences.
Tickets are £25 per person, or £22 for Amaze Compass Card Holders (maximum of 2 tickets per card holder).
THIS EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE IN THE KOMEDIA BASEMENT
UNRESERVED CABARET SEATING
AGES 16+
SNACK MENU AVAILABLE
UNRESERVED CABARET SEATING
AGES 16+
SNACK MENU AVAILABLE
