Sat 28th Nov 2026 at 7:30pm ends 10:00pm
Yr Hen Lyfrgell Porth, Pontypridd Road, Porth, UK - Map
Stand-Up Comedy
Drew Taylor presents:
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TweetWe are back for our November show and joining us this month are:
STEPHEN CARLIN
Stephen Carlin is a Scottish-born stand-up comedian and writer, now living in London. He was named by Stewart Lee as one of the 'Ten Best Comedians In The World Ever'. He has appeared on television and radio including ITV2's Comedy Cuts and The Milk Run on BBC Radio 1. He is represented by Glorious Management.
He supported Stewart Lee on his “90s Comedian” tour and Tom Stade on his “Totally Rocks” tour. He has also supported Stephen Merchant and Felix Dexter on their national tours.
He appeared in Season 1 and 2 of Comedy Central’s The Alternative Comedy Experience.
Carlin has written for many radio shows including The News Quiz, The Now Show, Look Away Now, Recorded for Training Purposes, and Laura Solon Talking and Not Talking.
He was the holder of the BBC Radio writers bursary 2008-2009.
He was runner up in the BBC’s new writing competition “Witty and Twisted” in 2006.
He subsequently wrote and performed a series of mockumentaries for BBC Radio 4 Extra “Gus Murdoch’s Sacred Cows”.
Carlin co-created BBC Radio 4’s The Headset Set along with fellow writer James Kettle.
One of the most distinctive, and funny comedians in Britain. - CHORTLE
A cult favourite among fans of the sharper end of stand-up. - THE GUARDIAN
FREDDIE FARRELL
Freddie Farrell started his stand-up career in late 2010.
Birmingham based Freddie has a short storytelling style that brings you in to hang of his every word, he has a unique take on everyday life but with an added twist.
Within the first year of comedy he had shared bills with the likes of Sarah Millican, Chris Ramsey, Tom Stade & Phil Nichol to name but a few.
Freddie performs at such iconic venues such as the Glee Club, The Stand, Jongleurs, Highlight, Comedy Store.
He even had a 4 star review from Three Weeks for his first full run at the Edinburgh Fringe.
As you can see Freddie has gigged all over the UK in rooms ranging from just the toilet attendant right up to 500 people waiting to laugh, fortunately they usually do.
Freddie also has a very popular Podcast called ‘Going In Blind’. Subscribe & check it out on iTunes!
Competitions/Awards-
Loaded Laftas Finalist 2013
WMCF Breakthrough Act 2012
WMCF Best Newcomer 2011
“**** Very funny & likeable!”
Three Weeks
“Freddie Farrell is a charming funny man… one to watch for sure”
Joe Lycett
“A natural, genuinely funny”
Josephine Enright
“Gave the audience the most laughs!”
Stourbridge News
Age Restrictions:
14+ (with parents)
Venue opens at:
7:00pm
Venue closes at:
10:15pm
Wheelchair accessible
Travel & Parking:
Free parking in the car parks both opposite and behind the venue.
Short walk from Porth Transport Hub.
Single advanced ticket
£10.00
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Loved it. Great night
Review left at 4:44pm on Sun 19th Oct 2025
First time meeting Drew and Phil, both super welcoming and approachable. Really laid back and informal style of teaching which I liked. So many useful little tips and was great to have the opportunity to get up and put the ideas to the test.
Review left at 11:40am on Tue 7th Oct 2025
Really well planned structured and delivered course. Set in a comfortable relaxed setting. Course contained a lot of useful information and guilds you though the role of MC. The addition of a Examples and tips me this worth every penny, highly recommend for any level of MC candidate
Review left at 10:05pm on Mon 6th Oct 2025
Expertly taught by Drew & Phil. A wealth of knowledge from both. Highly recommend whether it's your first time MCing or you're brushing up on skills. Invaluable advice & insights. Not to be missed.
Review left at 9:58pm on Mon 6th Oct 2025
It’s a great course, full of extremely useful ideas on how to MC a gig. Strongly recommend for anybody interested in learning more from some top quality teachers.
Review left at 9:15pm on Mon 6th Oct 2025
Really great session! I learned a lot, made a ton of notes, and now feeling ready to run a night! Thanks, Drew and Phil!
Review left at 5:27pm on Mon 6th Oct 2025