Chuckl. Stamford with Russell Kane & Special Guests

Multi-award-winning comedian, presenter, actor, author, and scriptwriter Russell Kane is a regular on Channel 4, BBC, and ITV with recent TV appearances include The Apprentice: You’re Fired, The One Show, Live at the Apollo, The Stand Up Sketch Show, Michael McIntryre’s Big Show, Antiques Road Trip, Stupid Man, Smart Phone, as well as regular appearances on Steph’s Packed Lunch. True to form, the show is defined by Kane’s hyperkinetic performance energising the room. He must do his 10,000 daily steps in an hour, purposefully striding the full width of the stage, as well as scrambling on the floor or contorting his body into dramatic poses to make a point… he certainly has a spring in his step… and it’s very infectious. Chortle His chart-smashing BBC Radio 4 / BBC Sounds podcast Evil Genius quickly became a flagship show, and was the best performing original podcast on the platform. It has been turned into a TV show by BBC Studios, and will appear on Sky TV in November 2023. Russell also recently helped present a prime-time, conversation-changing documentary about men’s bodies and sperm counts on Channel 4’s Celebrity Save Our Sperm. This year he performed headline slots at Latitude, Reading, and Leeds festivals. ⭑⭑⭑⭑⭑ The Times, Time Out, The Sunday Times, The Daily Telegraph Winner of Best Show in 2010 at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards, Russell went on to make history as the first comedian to win both the Edinburgh Comedy Award and Melbourne Comedy Festival’s Barry Award in one year. As ever, Russell also continues to provide his ever-popular topical online rants known as Kaneings....

A sensational live performer, Yorkshire man, marathon runner and former (double award-winning) Time Out Comedian of the Year, Paul Tonkinson has long upheld his esteemed reputation as one of the finest stand-ups the UK has to offer. With a unique and distinctive style, Tonkinson is noted for his effervescent physicality and skilful impressions, which bring alive exuberant, tender comic reflections on love, family and the day-to-day idiosyncrasies of 21st century life. A plethora of first class material, combined with tremendous charm and irrepressible, infectious energy make for a formidable talent. Tonkinson burst into the nations consciousness as a presenter hosting seminal live tele - The Sunday Show on BBC2, Ch. 4’s The Big Breakfast, he also fronted radio shows on XFM in London and Manchester. His first love however has always been stand-up, with numerous TV appearances - BBC One’s Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and Comedy Central’s The Comedy Store and The World Stands-Up. He has played at comedy festivals around the world including the prestigious Montreal Just For Laughs festival, hosting the esteemed Brit-com Gala. As well as his own UK tour Tonkinson has also worked extensively with Michael McIntyre, supporting him on arena tours across the UK and worldwide, most recently, in 2023, on trips to Norway, New Zealand and Australia. Paul is a keen runner, he produces a weekly podcast Running Commentary with Rob Deering ( over 2 million downloads ) wrote a long running column for Runners World and his book 26.2 Miles to Happiness won a Daily Telegraph Sports Entertainment Book of the Year award in 2022. He is currently working on the follow up. ​ TV CREDITS: Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow (BBC1), The Comedy Store (Comedy Central), The World Stands-Up (Comedy Central), The Sunday Show (BBC2), The Big Breakfast (Ch.4) RADIO: XFM in London & Manchester....

“If you’re a fan of Bill Bailey or Rich Hall, you’re probably a Christian Reilly fan already...” THE GUARDIAN Christian is a global comedy circuit headliner and has appeared at numerous international comedy festivals, on BBC radio and TV, and in four series of the Chortle Award-winning stand-up and sketch show ‘Richard Herring: As It Occurs To Me’. In 2015, BBC Radio 4 followed Christian on the road to the Edinburgh Fringe for ‘Lives In a Landscape’. 2016 saw Christian taking his comedy to Australia as part of Perth’s Fringeworld festival. Christian has performed at the Edinburgh Festival since 1999, and his most recent show, Gig Economy, was released on DVD through Go Faster Stripe in 2019. “Like watching Jack Dee and Bill Bailey simultaneously… I don’t think I’ve ever come so close to hyperventilating with laughter…” ★★★★★ THE STUDENT...

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....