Andy Parsons Halstead tickets at The Empire Theatre on Fri, 12 Mar 2027
Friday 12 March 2027 Fri 12th Mar 2027 The Empire Theatre, Halstead 19:30

Chuckl. Halstead with Andy Parsons & Special Guests

The Empire Theatre, Halstead • Friday 12 March 2027 • 19:30

Get ready for a huge night of live comedy as Chuckl. brings This is Stand Up Comedy at its Best to Halstead, featuring a brilliant line-up of comedy talent including Andy Parsons, Patrick Monahan, Wendy Wason and Alex Hylton.

Andy Parsons - As seen on Live at the Apollo and Mock the Week.
Andy Parsons is a multi-award-winning stand-up comedian, writer and one of the most recognisable faces in British comedy. Best known for his ten years as a regular panellist on BBC Two's Mock the Week, Andy has also appeared on Live at the Apollo, QI, The Comedy Store and The Stand-Up Show.

A hugely accomplished comedy writer, Andy began his career working on programmes including Week Ending and Smith and Jones, before becoming one of the principal writers on the iconic satirical series Spitting Image. His live comedy career has included numerous successful nationwide tours and major awards, including the Time Out Comedy Award and recognition at Montreal's Just for Laughs Festival.

Known for his sharp political observations, intelligent topical comedy and wonderfully dry delivery, Andy brings brilliantly crafted material, razor-sharp wit and plenty of big laughs to the stage.

Patrick Monahan - Winner of ITV's Show Me The Funny.
Patrick Monahan is a multi-award-winning Irish-Iranian comedian known for his infectious energy, warm personality and brilliantly engaging storytelling. Winner of ITV1's Show Me The Funny in 2011, Patrick has also appeared on Splash!, Celebrity Squares, Daybreak and Loose Women.

A hugely popular performer on the UK comedy circuit, Patrick is renowned for his natural ability to connect with audiences, combining sharp observational comedy, hilarious personal stories and spontaneous audience interaction. His energetic, feel-good style and larger-than-life personality make him a fantastic addition to the line-up.

Wendy Wason - As seen in The IT Crowd and Sherlock.
Wendy Wason is a Scottish comedian, actress and writer whose television credits include Channel 4's The IT Crowd, BBC's Sherlock, Coupling, Broken News and Midsomer Murders. She has also written and starred in her own BBC Radio Scotland sitcom, Half My Age Plus Seven.

An experienced stand-up performer, Wendy has appeared at major comedy clubs across the UK and internationally, including The Comedy Store, The Glee Club and The Stand, alongside performances at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and New York Comedy Festival.

Praised by Time Out for her "exquisite timing", Wendy combines intelligent observations, engaging storytelling and an effortlessly charming stage presence. Her warm, witty and wonderfully relatable comedy makes her a brilliant addition to the bill.

Alex Hylton - One of our favourite MCs.
Holding the night together is Alex Hylton, an award-winning stand-up comedian and experienced compère who has established himself as a popular performer on the UK comedy circuit.

Winner of Best Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival Awards in 2020 and a Midlands Comedy Awards Best MC nominee in 2017, Alex has performed extensively at comedy clubs and festivals across the country. Known for his quick wit, relatable material and naturally engaging stage presence, Alex brings energy, charm and strong audience interaction to the night.

Four fantastic acts, one brilliant night of comedy. Expect big laughs, top-quality live stand-up and a proper comedy club atmosphere from start to finish.

Book your tickets early to secure the best seats in the house. This is one show you won't want to miss!

For full T&Cs head over to www.chuckl.co.uk

Please note: Line-up may be subject to change. Tickets are for the comedy night as a whole, rather than any individual performer. Refunds will not be given if lineups do change. We will always do our best to replace any artists if they do drop out with someone else who is just as funny.

*All ticket prices are subject to booking fees.
Doors open18:30
Age guidance16+
Approx finish time22:00

The Empire Theatre, Halstead

57 Butler Rd, Halstead, CO9 1LL, Halstead, Essex, LL18 1AQ

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Andy Parsons
Winner Silver Dolphin Cannes Media Awards / Winner Best Film EVCOM Awards / Time Out Award Winner / New Zealand International Comedy Award Winner / Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Award Winner Andy is a multi-award winning comedian who started his career writing for Weekending and Smith and Jones, and went on to become one of the main writers on the ground-breaking Spitting Image satirical puppet show. As well as being a regular on Mock the Week for 10 years, Andy has performed on numerous radio and TV shows including Live at the Apollo, QI, Saturday Live, The Stand-Up Show, The Comedy Store, The PMQ Show, Scrooby Trevithick, and Parsons and Naylor’s Pull-Out Sections. Andy’s comedy awards include the Time Out Comedy Award, the New Zealand International Comedy Award, the Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Award, and the Cannes Festival Silver Dolphin Award. To date he has done eight sell-out National tours and released four DVDs – Britain’s Got Idiots, Gruntled , Slacktivist, and Live & Unleashed – but Naturally Cautious, as well as a 2025 one hour Comedy Special called Bafflingly Optimistic which became top comedy pick on ITVX. He released a podcast Slacktivist Action Group, recorded monthly at the Soho Theatre. He has also appeared on Question Time, The Daily Politics, This Week, and Newsnight, and writes columns for The Independent and the i.
Patrick Monahan
★★★★ “Monahan is somewhat of a legend in Fringe terms.” “Patrick is a loveable, likeable comic. He loves to chat, he loves to get to know his crowd and he loves to entertain and make his audience laugh. And he always succeeds.” ONE4REVIEW Edinburgh 2024 ★★★★★ “hilarious without being outrageous” THREE WEEKS ★★★★ “A definite must see!” EDINBURGH FESTIVALS MAGAZINE
Wendy Wason
A Scottish actress and comedian, Wendy launched her comedy career in 2004, getting to the final of Funny Women and semi-finals of So You Think You’re Funny at the Edinburgh Fringe the following year. She was already an established actress with roles in Coupling and the IT Crowd working with everyone from Chris O’Dowd and Nicholas Lyndhurst to Johnny Depp and John Malkovich. February 2014 saw Wendy nominated for best actress in Hollywood for British Hustle, the Toscars spoof. Whilst her acting career continues, her comedy career has taken off. 2008 saw Wendy in America on NBC’s Last Comic Standing and was also the year she did her first one-woman show at The Edinburgh Festival: Things I Didn’t Know. Her charisma and wit ensured packed houses. After the success of that she returned with three further solo shows culminating with this year’s knock out show, Hotel California. She has performed in all the major UK clubs such as Just the Tonic, The Glee Club, The Comedy Store, The Stand, and Laughter House in Dublin. In 2012 she was invited to the New York Comedy Festival and charmed audiences there too. She currently performs as part of The Cutting Edge at The Comedy Store in London and has written and stars in her own sitcom for BBC Scotland – Half My Age Plus Seven, due for broadcast in October 2014 and she writes for the Huffington Post. FILM OUTCAST Fantastic Films, Dir, Colm McCarthy 2010 THE LIBERTINE / Dolly Mr Mud Productions, Dir. Lawrence Dunsmore 2004 CLUB LE MONDE / Lizzie Outlaw Films, Dir. Simon Rumley 2002 THE CAMERO / Laura (lead) Dir. Jack Lothian 2002 PIPEDREAMS / Amelia (lead) Westminster Films, Dir.Nick Tanner 2001 THE TRUTH GAME / Kate Screen Prods, Dir Simon Rumley 2000 RESURRECTING BILL / Julia (lead) St Moritz Prods, Dir. Faye Jackson 1999 TELEVISION SHERLOCK Hartswood Films for BBC1 2013 AFTER YOU’VE GONE / Stella BBC 2008 DAN CLARK’S GUIDE TO WORKING Brown Eyed Boy 2007 MIDSOMER MURDERS Bentley Productions for ITV1 2006 BROKEN NEWS BBC 2005 THE IT CROWD Talkback for Channel 4 2005 TITTY BANG BANG Pett Productions for BBC3 2005 COUPLING BBC2 2002 VELVET SOUP BBC2 2002 FUN AT THE FUNERAL PARLOUR BBC3 2001
Alex Hylton
Alex Hylton, a comedian known for his unique blend of relatable anecdotes, one-liners, and a hint of surrealism, is rapidly making his mark on the world of comedy. As one of the fastest-rising comics in the Midlands, Alex's youthful energy and distinctive style have set him apart in a highly competitive field. Originally a presenter and writer for BlueMoonRisingTv, Alex has successfully transitioned into the realm of stand-up comedy, flawlessly merging his on-screen charisma with his off-screen wit. His engaging storytelling, drawn from the trials and tribulations of adolescence, resonates with audiences of all ages. Alex's unique comedic style is what makes him stand out. His humor is a refreshing blend of relatable life experiences and clever one-liners, all delivered with a dash of surrealism that keeps audiences on their toes. This well-balanced mix of humor styles has earned him praise as a versatile and innovative comic. Many industry insiders tip Alex to go all the way to the top, thanks to his unique style and the likability that shines through in his performances. His ability to connect with audiences, combined with his sharp wit and engaging stage presence, are testament to his potential for a long and successful career in comedy. Drawing from his own life experiences, Alex Hylton brings a fresh perspective to the comedy scene. He combines relatable anecdotes from his adolescent years with a unique style of humor, creating a comedic experience that is both entertaining and memorable. With his rapid rise in the comedy scene and his undeniable talent, Alex Hylton is a name to keep an eye on.
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Friday, 12 March 2027 at 19:30
Approx finish time22:00

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