Live Comedy at Thrapston Plaza

Live stand up comedy at the Thrapston Plaza

Doors 7pm - Show 8pm

Jack Skipper

Hailing from South London, Jack Skipper has gone from a carpet fitter to an internet sensation and full-time comedian. Delivering relatable stories of family life and sharp observations on working-class culture, his everyday-guy persona has won over millions of fans online. On stage, Jack was a runner-up in the prestigious So You Think You're Funny? competition, won Best Debut Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival, and was nominated for Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards for his smash-hit show Skint. His TV credits include Live at the Apollo, The Stand Up Sketch Show on ITV2, and Comedy Central Live, alongside tour support for Michael McIntyre and Russell Kane.

James Ellis

A naturally gifted comedy craftsman, James Ellis delivers sharp observational humor and clever punchlines with a relaxed, effortless confidence. He was named South Coast Comedian of the Year, nominated for Leicester Comedian of the Year, and featured as a regional finalist for the BBC New Comedy Award. A regular writer for BBC Radio 4 Extra’s Newsjack, James has built a stellar reputation on the live circuit, frequently providing official tour support for both Seann Walsh and Angela Barnes.

Ross Smith

Originally from Thrapston and now a fixture of the London circuit, Ross Smith is a charmingly pedantic stand-up and exceptionally sharp MC. Known for hilariously deconstructing absurd ideas, he has quickly built a reputation for reading a room with the precision of a seasoned veteran. Beyond headlining and hosting top comedy clubs across the country, Ross is a talented actor whose on-screen credits include the Apple TV+ hit series Slow Horses and Karl Pilkington’s sitcom Sick of It.