Bletchfest’s Comedy Night - 25th April

A Night of Stand‑Up Heavyweights: Mike Gunn, Otiz Cannelloni, Alistair Barrie — Hosted by Matt Adlington

Get ready for a comedy lineup so strong it should come with a health warning. Four of the UK’s most distinctive, sharp‑witted performers are coming together for one unmissable night of stand‑up brilliance — held together by one of the warmest, funniest comperes on the circuit.

Mike Gunn

A master of dry humour and beautifully bleak punchlines, Mike Gunn has spent over twenty years turning life’s darker corners into comedy gold. From critically acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe shows like Good Grief and Uncut to appearances on Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and Harry Hill’s TV Burp, Gunn’s blend of cynicism, charm, and razor‑sharp storytelling has made him a favourite across the UK and beyond. Expect intelligence, edge, and immaculate timing.

Otiz Cannelloni

Otiz Cannelloni combines the illusion of magic and the wit of stand up to produce a hybrid comic creation. With a mind more suited to testing crash helmets, his performance fluctuates between sheer genius and downright stupidity. Just when you suspect he doesn’t have a clue, Cannelloni removes all doubt. With various television appearances – The Stand Up Show BBC 1, Stuff The White Rabbit BBC 2 Otiz brings his own brand of hilarious stand up to the stage.

Alistair Barrie

One of the most travelled and respected comedians on the circuit, Alistair Barrie is a global stand‑up force. A regular at London’s Comedy Store, he’s performed in over 40 countries, smashed sets at Glastonbury, Latitude, and Bestival, and earned multiple Edinburgh Fringe Best Show nominations. His shows have sold out from Melbourne to New Zealand, and he’s a familiar voice on BBC Scotland’s Breaking the News, Times Radio, and Radio 4. Smart, political, playful, and effortlessly funny, Barrie brings the firepower.

Hosted by Matt Adlington

Matt Adlington is a stand-up comedian, radio presenter, and events host from Southend, Essex. Known for his "easy rapport and animated delivery," (Chortle) Matt performs at comedy clubs across the UK and has showcased his solo hour "Welcome Matt" at the Leicester and Edinburgh Comedy Festivals. In addition to his stand-up career, Matt is a regular podcast host and radio presenter and has hosted and closed shows in his hometown of Southend.

Four comedy powerhouses. One stage. One unforgettable night.

Grab your tickets, bring your mates, and prepare for a show that hits every corner of the comedy map — from dark and deadpan to bold, brilliant, and joyfully absurd.

With a licensed bar and plenty of free parking the comedy gets underway at Bletchingley Village Hall at 8pm with doors opening at 7pm.

Show contains adult humour so be prepared for some naughty jokes and strong language. All acts are subject to change without notice.