Gary Delaney and Seann Walsh are among the stars of TV coming to Bootle for the Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender this Spring Bank Holiday Weekend (23rd to 26th May 2024).
Big Comedy UK, the people behind Southport Comedy Festival, are delighted to be working with Sefton Council for another year on this exciting event.
Following the success of last year’s inaugural Comedy Weekender where hundreds of visitors came to enjoy watching some of the UK’s top comedy performers, the four-day event returns and promises to be bigger and better.
More details and tickets are available online at: www.saltandtarbootle.com
Salt and Tar is a new multi-use, outdoor events venue, located in Bootle directly behind the Strand Shopping Centre.
Salt and Tar is Sefton’s newest hub for large-scale and community events.
Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender Director Brendan Riley (front); Mark Dilley, Elite Marquees (back, centre); with Karen Yates and Daniel Barker from Salt and Tar
Its events programme for 2024 offers a wide range of entertainment from comedy to music to street food events with music legends Tom Jones and Status Quo set to play the venue this August.
The Comedy Weekender all takes place under canvas in a heated and seated luxury marquee from Elite Marquees and will host some of the biggest names in comedy featuring stars from Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week and Have I Got News For You.
They include Seann Walsh, Gary Delaney, Hal Cruttenden, Brennan Reece and rising stars Peter Rethinasamy and Liverpool’s own Katie Tracey.
There will also be family fun days with Comedy Bingo and Children’s Comedy Shows from Britain’s Got Talent star Steve Royle and Bootle’s own John Harding – Resident Magician of The Northern Belle.
Comedy Bingo with Brendan Riley
Bingo Nights UK will be bringing its hugely popular Disco Bingo event back to the Weekender where you can win fantastic prizes and dance the night away.
New to this year’s programme, there will be a very special event. Bootle Stands Up Comedy Workshop showcase will see ten individuals taking part in a six-week comedy course culminating in a performance on the main stage on Thursday 23rd May 2024, the opening night of the Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender. The event is sponsored by Dowhigh Ltd and all proceeds will go to a local charity Ykids.
Prices for the Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender have been kept deliberately low with tickets starting at just £5: www.saltandtarbootle.com
With a line-up of top comedians, family friendly entertainment, and a special showcase for local talent, the Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender is set to be a highlight of the Spring Bank Holiday weekend in Bootle.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to see some of the best comedic talent the UK has to offer in a unique setting.
Grab your tickets now and get ready to laugh until your sides hurt at Salt and Tar!
Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender Line Up
Thursday 23rd May
Bootle Stands Up Comedy Workshop Showcase
Sponsored by Dowhigh Ltd
Raising Funds for Ykids
Take ten ordinary individuals, add one professional comedian with over thirty years stand-up experience; give them six weeks to learn the art of stand-up comedy; and a goal to raise money for a fantastic local charity; then give them the chance to perform on the main stage on the opening night of the Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender.
There’s no better way to raise money than by raising a smile!
Hosted by Brendan Riley
Doors: 7pm
Show: 8pm
Tickets: £5
Friday 24th May
Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender Presents Gary Delaney, Brennan Reece and Katie Tracey with Host Brendan Riley
Katie Tracey
Join us for a fantastic night of live comedy at Salt and Tar, Liverpool’s new and exciting event space, with a triple headline show featuring stars from TV and the cream of the comedy circuit.
Gary Delaney Star of Mock the Week and double Sony award winner, Gary is the premier gag smith of his generation and has become one of the most followed and quoted comedians in the country.
“I laughed and I laughed and I laughed…” The Times
Brennan Reece Star of Live at the Apollo, Celeb Coach Trip, Comedy Central Roast Battle and ITV’s The Stand Up Sketch Show. English Comedian of the Year winner, Edinburgh Best Newcomer nominee.
“A powerfully entertaining, unstoppable force” Chortle
Katie Tracey Liverpool’s own fast rising star is regarded as one of the best female comedians in the Northwest, Funny Women Awards runner up, support act to Arthur Smith.
“Affable, cheeky and fun, but most importantly bloody funny.” Blackpool Comedy Club
With Host Brendan Riley
“One of the brighter names from the North West…a great compere.” Guardian
Doors: 7pm
Show: 8pm
Tickets: £17
Saturday 25h May
Family Funday @ Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender
Steve Royle. Photo by Andy Hollingworth
Join us for a funtastic afternoon of entertainment for all the family with Comedy Bingo and star of Britain’s Got Talent Steve Royle. This isn’t just fun for the kids; we promise to keep the grown-ups laughing as well
Comedy Bingo is a highly interactive show hosted by comedian Brendan Riley, “Bouncy and engaging” – The Scotsman.
Be prepared for an afternoon of laughs, prizes and excitement
Steve Royle
Britain’s Got Talent 2020 finalist, comedian, juggler and variety star Steve Royle.
Steve spent many years supporting the likes of Peter Kay, Dave Spikey, Mick Miller, Roy Walker and The Lancashire Hotpots on tour. TV appearance’s include Phoenix Nights, Max and Paddy’s Road to Nowhere, Peter Kay’s Britain’s Got The Pop Factor.
“A Brilliant Comedian” – Peter Kay
“A comedy masterclass!” – The Stage
“One of the funniest performances I’ve seen. I was totally wowed” David Walliams
Doors: 12pm
Showtime:1pm- 3pm
Ticket Price £5
Saturday 25th May
Bingo Nights UK Presents Disco Bingo
Eyes Down for a fabulous night of fundraising with this truly interactive event. Disco Bingo is exactly what it says on the tin; A full night of traditional style Disco and Bingo but with a modern twist!
Guaranteed to get the whole room up and dancing, classic disco hits are triggered when certain bingo numbers are called. The entire evening is peppered with music and good-natured banter provided by comedian and presenter Brendan Riley.
Doors: 7pm
Show:8pm
Ticket Price £10
Sunday 26th May
Family Funday @ Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender
Join us for a funtastic afternoon of entertainment for the whole family with Comedy Bingo and one of the best children’s entertainers in the country, Bootle’s own John Harding. This isn’t just fun for the kids; we promise to keep the grown-ups laughing as well
Comedy Bingo is a highly interactive show hosted by comedian Brendan Riley, “Bouncy and engaging” – The Scotsman.
Be prepared for an afternoon of laughs, prizes and excitement
John Harding’s Magic Show
Laugh and be amazed by comedy magician John Harding, a fun filled show for all the family from Resident Magician, The Northern Belle, Formerly The Orient Express.
“Dashed clever… Cunning!” HM King Charles III
“A master at what he does… funny, inventive and mesmerising” Jeff Anderson, Controller, ITV Current Affairs & Documentaries
“The audience loved you, McFly loved you… Fabulous!” Dale Winton, BBC1
Doors: 12pm
Showtime:1pm- 3pm
Ticket Price £5
Sunday 26th May
Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender Presents Seann Walsh, Hal Cruttenden and Peter Rethinasamy with Host Brendan Riley
Seann Walsh
Join us for a fantastic night of live comedy with a triple headline show featuring stars from TV and the cream of the comedy circuit.
Seann Walsh Star of Live at the Apollo, Tonight at the London Palladium, Netflix’s Flinch, Celebrity Juice, The Stand Up Sketch Show. Host of hit podcasts What’s Upset You Now? alongside Paul McCaffrey and Oh My Dog!, with Jack Dee.
“Unquestionably the best observational comic of his generation” The Guardian
Hal Cruttenden Star of Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You, The Royal Variety Performance, Mock the Week, The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice’ and ‘The Apprentice: You’re Fired.
“An absolute joy to watch…fabulous” The Scotsman
Peter Rethinasamy Fast rising star, comedian and actor, as seen on Comedy Central Live! The Heist Before Christmas and Ted Lasso. Tour support to Judi Love, Seann Walsh, Kerry Godliman, Russell Kane and Tom Allen.
Doors: 7:00pm
Show: 8pm
Tickets: £17
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