Our next episode of Blizzard Comedy’s Broadcast Avalanche will be broadcast live on our Twitch channel on Monday 31st October. Maybe it’ll be spooky, maybe it won’t, maybe we’ll find out on the day. Either way, tune in to see:
Ela Bambust
Ela is a writer by technicality and by accident. She has written some sixteen queer novels and novellas, but who’s keeping count?
“Heh.” – Mom
and Leslie Ewing-Burgesse
Silly, surreal, existential, 6’3”, green-haired, London-based Canadian who loves to tell jokes about ghosts and murder.
“Funny and insightful, she is one to keep an eye on as she inevitably rises through the comedy scene.” – The Only Culture Vulture
“… her slightly chaotic nature and gimmicks made it feel like I was down the pub with a friend telling me some stories.” – carlymay.co.uk
with team captain Katie Mitchell
A rising star of the Midlands comedy circuit, Katie Mitchell’s comedy is alternative yet pervasive. She revels in a mainstream stand-up environment, as well as more specific events like cabaret, burlesque, and music festivals.
“One of the weirdest and most brilliant new acts I’ve seen in a while.” – Monsoon of Random
and
Tom Mayhew
Tom Mayhew is a critically acclaimed comedian, whose material about being working-class – mixing the personal and the political, with the punchline-rate of a one-liner comic – sets him apart from any other act on the circuit. His 2019 Edinburgh show I, Tom Mayhew, about being someone in their 20s living on benefits in austerity Britain, received 4 and 5 star reviews across the board, and transferred to a sell-out Soho Theatre run.
‘The hour is studded with delightful little one liners. It is genuine, powerful, political stuff. These are four stars for a voice that should be heard more. Four stars for comedy shining a light on some grim, unjust places.’ ★★★★ – The Scotsman
‘Mayhew is passionate, articulate and – above all else – hilarious. His jokes are punchy, sharp and forthcoming. Despite the often weighty subject matter, laughs are never too far apart. Mayhew’s comedic voice should be heard, even if you don’t want to hear it.’ ★★★★ – The Skinny
and
Jono Murray
Writer, comedian and front man for Austerity Dogs. Jono uses comedy from his own traumas and experiences to make you laugh or sing along. Self deprecating, honest and heartfelt. He isn’t an act to be missed.
“Razor sharp Scouse wit combined with superbly crafted storytelling. Jono skirts the edges of morality with his madcap tales and leaves the audience craving more” – Sian Davies
with team captain Kirstie Summers
Our admin and promotor from day one, Kurt has become a regular feature of Blizzard Comedy’s Broadcast Avalanche over the past year. In that time she’s launched a new show where she chats to comedians, musicians and other creators every week, has cycled all over London and moved house twice.
“Too attractive” – Chris
with host Jonny Collins
Jonny Collins is an aggressively inclusive Non-Binary comedian, Jonny pulls no punches yet makes everyone feel welcome and represented in their thought provoking, and well constructed deconstructions of gender, sexuality and politics. With radical leftist ideals and a fast and furious delivery style, Jonny Collins is a favourite of socialist, anarchists, feminists (of the trans inclusive variety), and queer activists alike.
“Jonny is a force of nature on stage. A whirlwind of hilarity with a unique viewpoint, they energy and passion personified.” – XS Malarkey
“Jonny Collins is deceptively rapid-fire, with a gag rate that would shame most one-line merchants. They can bring a simmer to a boil with ease, and make a huge mess of your kitchen.” – James Ross (Quantum Leopard)
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