Hastings, St Leonards Masonic Hall April 13th Demelza Hospice

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April 13th

BRIAN DAMAGE & KRYSTAL

BRIAN DAMAGE & KRYSTAL @ Sydney Comedy Store

Brian Damage & Krysstal are a unique comedy double act based in London. Blending music, deadpan comedy and silliness they have been working together on the London Comedy Circuit for the last five years. In that time they have performed not only around the UK but also in Germany, South Africa and Australia. 

Right now they are back in London after a very successful Melbourne and Edinburgh Festival 

Jongleurs act of the year 1998

“The Best of The Fest”

“Jongleurs”

“Melbourne Comedy Festival Just For Laughs”

“ – as daft and charming as they are funny…”The Stage (Aug 2002)

“Brian Damage is a legend on the London Comedy Circuit….cracking deadpan act.” Chris Wilson – StandUpCom Magazine 2001

“ Always enjoyable…. incredibly funny…. His ‘Buddy Holly plays Oasis’ is a gem” Chortle (The UK Comedy Guide 2000)

“If you like daft stuff you’ll love this new album… by Brian Damage and Krysstal” TIME OUT (London 2001)

JAMES DOWDESWELL

AS SEEN ON RUSSELL HOWARDS GOOD NEWS: (clip below)

“James Dowdeswell is a real master of the comedian’s craft.” Chortle.co.uk

James is an imaginative storytelling comedian who combines deft stand-up with daft stories.

This year Dowdeswell has appeared on Russell Howard’s Good News (BBC), Celebrity Deal Or No Deal with Jimmy Carr (C4), Olympics Greatest Moments (BBC) and Jongleurs Live (Loaded TV). He has also appeared in Ricky Gervais’ Extras, The World Stands Up, Edinburgh And Beyond on the Paramount Comedy Channel. He is currently filming his own comedy show about wine called “James Dowdeswell – Black Belt In Wine.”

James is a headline act at most top UK comedy clubs and co-produces Storytellers’ Club with Sarah Bennetto. His comedy has travelled as far as Shanghai, Dubai, Doha, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Phuket, Bali, France, Belgium, Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Malta, Lanzarote, Tenerife, Australia and Singapore.

TV CREDITS INCLUDE:

Extras (BBC)
Russell Howard’s Good News (BBC)
Celebrity Deal Or No Deal with Jimmy Carr (C4)
Olympics Greatest Moments (BBC)
Jongleurs Live (Loaded TV)
The World Stands Up (Paramount)
Edinburgh and Beyond (Paramount)
Roadrunner (BBC Pilot)
Jamie Cullum Video
Rekindle (Short Film)
Chaos (Sketch Show Pilot)
Why Did The Chicken (HTV Wales)
The Wine Squad – Channel 31, Australia

James’ latest solo show – Urban Wurzel, was a hit at the 2012 Edinburgh Festival. Reviews include:

“His material is top drawer” **** Chortle

”An excellent line in comedy” The Guardian Pick Of The Week

”Great fun throughout … as though we’ve all just met down the pub.” **** Three Weeks

James is regular at both the Edinburgh Festival and Melbourne International Comedy Festivals. Reviews for his solo shows include:

“James Dowdeswell is a real master of the comedian’s craft, being able to almost seamlessly layer joke upon joke to form this wonderful and often hilarious one-man show. It is a genuine pleasure to be in the company of this master gag smith for an hour, an experience that few should really pass up.”****  Chortle

“Intelligent and inventive” **** The List

“This is feel-good comedy with a capital F. If he isn’t a sell out I’ll eat my hat.” ****Three Weeks

“Beautifully twee comedian James Dowdeswell is a joy to watch … the show is almost worth seeing for his Stewart Lee impression alone.” **** The Skinny

Witty one-liners and extended pieces – like Eminem rapping Shakespeare – proved a triumph
Venue Magazine

JIM BAYES Winner Roadhouse new act of the year 2012

Winner Comedy Roast 2013

Winner Yorkshire new act of the year 2013

Winner Funny Scunny 2015

KEVIN KNIGHT

visually impaired comic with 15 years experience

“A blindingly great act”

MC: JIM GRANT  

Friendly, funny and engaging. For 10 years Jim has been warmly received by every type of audience. As well as headlining notable comedy clubs, Jim has played many festivals, tv shows, art centres, student unions, working mens clubs, weddings

Jim has a great set and vast compering experience.

TV & Radio Work:

Daily Telegraph Award Regional Runner Up 2001

Guest presenter for Sky TV

Stand Up Britain ITV,

Personality Driven AUDI CHANNEL

BBC Radio Sussex Breakfast Show

Talksport Radio, Ian Collins Show

Express FM Drivetime with Adrian Knight

“A very witty and knowledgeable presenter” Sky TV Feb 08

“Very, very funny headliner” BBC Radio, Carrie Cooper, June 2007

“Jim Grant walked on stageas he told joke after hilarious joke, and brilliantly

responded to talkers in the audience” SQ MAGAZINE 2011

“Jim certainly has enormous presence, combined with a razor wit, means he’s perfect for compering” – East Magazine Feb 2003

“Sparky regular compere, Jim is a master of getting the crowd going.” – Herald March 2003

“Very funny and a highly competent MC” – Source Magazine Feb 2004

“A long applause for his set.” – Royal Stratford Theatre August 2004

“A born communicator” – East Magazine March 05

“Really enjoyed his set” Alistair McGowen June 09