“I had a lot more to say because of the life experiences I had” | Mary Cross talks balancing puns and parenthood as a post-Covid comic

Tell us about you/your act. I am a queer, northern stand up who interweaves relatable stories with puns, impressions and comedy songs. How did you get into comedy? At the end of 2019, I spotted a poster for a comedy workshop in a pub in Manchester which was being put on by queer Cumbrian comedian, … Continue reading “I had a lot more to say because of the life experiences I had” | Mary Cross talks balancing puns and parenthood as a post-Covid comic

“I truly cannot imagine life without it at this point.” | Jaycie Grace reflects on connecting with their crowd, giving back to the community and seven years of Blizzard

Catch us up on what you’ve been up to since we last chatted. What’s new with you as a performer? Oh god, when did we last chat? What have I been doing with my life? Aaa. Well the biggest news will be in my personal life I have finally formally begun my medical transition, so … Continue reading “I truly cannot imagine life without it at this point.” | Jaycie Grace reflects on connecting with their crowd, giving back to the community and seven years of Blizzard

“I couldn’t ask for a friendlier group of people who have made me feel at ease.” | Jen Roberts on channelling their queerness and neurodivergence to find their place in comedy

Tell us about you/your act. My act is your classic observational real life stuff but specifically through a queer, neurodivergent lens. How did you get into comedy? I wanted to try it for years, then eventually asked about open mic nights in my home town, and the rest is history! How does your ADHD feature … Continue reading “I couldn’t ask for a friendlier group of people who have made me feel at ease.” | Jen Roberts on channelling their queerness and neurodivergence to find their place in comedy