FOLK & JOKES! A Midsummer Comedy Night - in partnership with Joker Comedy Club

We are delighted to invite you to a special Midsummer Comedy Night at the Chalkwell Park Rooms, in partnership with the Joker Comedy Club, and with a stellar line-up of top comedians!

Date: Wednesday, 24th June
Doors: 7:00 PM
Show: 8:00 PM
Location: Chalkwell Park Rooms, London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 8NB
Age Requirement: 18+ (Please bring ID)
Tickets: £15 General Admission + Booking Fee

Featuring:

ANDREW MAXWELL
A true heavyweight of the comedy world. Andrew Maxwell is a multi‑award‑winning stand‑up with a career spanning decades, known for his unmistakable voice, razor‑sharp intelligence, and effortless storytelling.

You’ll recognise him as the iconic narrator of MTV’s Ex On The Beach, as well as from Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You, The News Quiz, and countless festival appearances across the globe.

Andrew’s comedy blends political insight, quickfire improvisation, and a warmth that instantly brings an audience onside. Whether he’s dissecting world events or riffing with the front row, he’s a master performer at the top of his game — the kind of act who turns a great night into a memorable one.

“Infuriatingly excellent… he is the kind of guy who can make a crowd of strangers feel like old friends.” — The Guardian

MALINDA MUKUMA
Fresh, fearless, and fast becoming one of the most talked‑about new voices in UK comedy. Malinda’s stand‑up blends sharp observation with personal storytelling, delivered with a confidence and energy that lights up a room.
She’s been making waves on both the national and international circuit, known for tackling big topics with humour, honesty, and a brilliantly playful edge.

“Fearless comedy and personal storytelling… no topic is off‑limits.” — Guardian TV

BERT BROADBENT
A natural storyteller with a warm, relatable style. Bert Broadbent is a rising star whose material explores class, culture, and everyday life with a clever, slightly skewed sense of humour.
Audiences love him for his charm, timing, and the feeling that you’re listening to a mate spin a great yarn — only much funnier.

“A proper East End geezer with a very cleverly worked routine… genuinely affable and a hit with the crowd.” — One4Review
“Observational material that looks at class, culture, and masculinity through a slightly skewed, hilarious lens.” — Chortle

ASH FRITH
Guiding the night is Ash Frith — a seasoned comic who has supported Russell Kane, Terry Alderton, and many more. Ash is the perfect host: warm, quick on his feet, and brilliant at keeping the room buzzing between acts.

A huge thank you to the Cliffs Pavilion and Palace Theatre for sponsoring the evening.

Tickets are limited - grab yours now and help us keep free arts and culture thriving in our town.