Salt and Tar’s Comedy Weekender is back, with a star-studded line up that is sure to keep the audience laughing.
The event will take place over the May Bank Holiday weekend, running from Thursday 23th May to Sunday 26th May 2024. Tickets start from just £5 and the weekend promises to have something for the whole family.
Gary Delaney and Brennan Reece, alongside local comic Katie Tracey will appear on the Friday, with Bingo Nights UK’s Disco Bingo taking to the stage on Saturday night, followed by Seann Walsh, Peter Rethinasamy and Hal Cruttenden on the Sunday.
During the daytime, Salt and Tar will be home to plenty of family-fun, with Comedy Bingo hosted by local comedian Brendan Riley and Britain’s Got Talent Finalist Steve Royle performing on the Saturday, and John Harding’s Magic Show and a second helping of Comedy Bingo on Sunday.
New to this year’s programme, there will also be a special Bootle Stands Up Comedy Workshop showcase. The showcase will see ten individuals take part in a six-week comedy course, ending with a special performance, opening the event on the Thursday. The opening night will be sponsored by local company Dowhigh Ltd, with all proceeds going to Sefton charity Ykids.
Cllr Christine Howard, Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Skills said:
“Last year’s comedy event was a brilliant success and, following the event, we received lots of positive feedback that highlighted what a hit it was.
“The acts this year are sure to draw a fantastic crowd and make it another successful weekend for us.
“There is lots of work taking place in Bootle and we have high ambitions for the regeneration of the town centre. Salt and Tar has already demonstrated that it is a highlight of the town with a number of fantastic events and plenty more to come.”
In the past year, Salt and Tar has seen a successful run of events, including last year’s Comedy Weekender, which brought top comedians Jo Caulfield, Chris McCausland and Jason Byrne to Bootle.
The venue space boasts a full programme of events to be released for 2024, including the second year of its Music Weekender, which will see Sir Tom Jones and rock legends Status Quo take the stage in August.
It was announced last week that Big Comedy UK were awarded a three-year contract to run the Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender. The team have already established themselves in the north of the Borough, hosting the annual Southport Comedy Festival.
Bren Riley of Big Comedy UK said:
“We are really excited to have been awarded the contract to organise the Comedy Weekender in Bootle for the next three years.
“Last year was the first time the event happened and it was an amazing success. It was a really special atmosphere.
“We hosted some superb acts, and it was fantastic to see so many people from Bootle, and beyond, having such a great time.
“Salt & Tar is a brilliant new events space with so much potential, which is really putting Bootle on the map.”
Tickets for the Comedy Weekender can be bought at www.seetickets.com/tour/salt-and-tar-comedy-weekender
Salt and Tar’s Comedy Weekender 2024 Line Up
The Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender in Bootle
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: 7:00pm
Show: 8pm
Finish: 10:30pm
Age 18+
Friday 24th May
Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender Presents Gary Delaney, Brennan Reece and Katie Tracey with Host Brendan Riley
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: 7:00pm
Show: 8pm
Finish: 10:30pm
Tickets: £17
Age 18+
Saturday 25h May
Family Funday @ Salt and Tar Comedy Weekender
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
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
Finish: 10:30pm
Tickets: £17
Age 18+
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