Fri 18th Dec 2026 at 8:00pm ends 10:00pm
Stade Hall, Hastings, UK - Map
Stand-Up Comedy
Hastings Comedy Festival 2026 presents:
Russell Hicks Crashes Christmas
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Special show recording
Friday 18 December · 8pm
Spun Glass Theatre, Stade Hall, Hastings
Hastings Comedy Festival fan favourite Russell Hicks returns for a festive special. The American UK-based comic is known for his razor-sharp improvisation and has appeared on Channel 4, ITV, BBC and Prime Video (including Lovestruck High), as well as in Edgar Wright’s The Running Man. Expect a high-energy Christmas night full of quick wit, crowd work and the unpredictable style that’s made him a local favourite.
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“A sharp wit and cutthroat style.” — Broadway Baby -
“Perhaps the stand-up circuit’s pre-eminent improviser of his generation.” — The List
Tickets: £15 early bird / £17.50 online / £20 on the door
Age Restrictions:
16+ ( under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)
Venue opens at:
7:30pm
Venue closes at:
10:30pm
Wheelchair accessible
Travel & Parking:
Parking near by on the Bourne Road or Rock N Nore, there is also parking along the seafront
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Reviews for previous Hastings Comedy Festival 2026 events
I feel really lucky to have been at this gig. Dane is clearly a rising star and seeing his hilarious work-in-progress show in this intimate venue was a treat.
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Review left at 3:19pm on Mon 8th Jun 2026
Very funny comedian she created a very relaxed atmosphere and talked about things I could relate 👍👍👍venue a bit naff and hot, spoiled a bit of the experience shame as the pub downstairs is lovely.
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Review left at 3:14pm on Mon 8th Jun 2026
Brilliant show from Dane, really really enjoyed it
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Review left at 3:07pm on Mon 8th Jun 2026
I know comedy is still dominated by men, but I beg you to find more women for this next year! I don't think I can sit through another wanking/rape/paedophile joke 😑
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Review left at 3:07pm on Mon 8th Jun 2026
The absolute best hour of stand up we've ever seen!! Had us in stitches from start to finish.
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Review left at 2:37pm on Mon 8th Jun 2026
A lovely witty interlude from the real world into the magical mysterious world of Claire Voyants boulangerie
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Review left at 1:37pm on Mon 8th Jun 2026