Manchester Pride is right around the corner and we are hosting a very special bonus show in support of Sparkle, the National Transgender Charity. We've got an all-star line-up of some of our favourite LGBT+ performers and all proceeds for this show will go directly to Sparkle.
If you can't make it but would like to donate to Sparkle, you can do so via our JustGiving page here: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/blizzard-comedy-sparkle-2023
Eden MW
Part magician, part pirate and part comedian, Eden (They/Them) is a one of a
kind performer that promises to leave you impressed, amused and a little
confused (in the best possible way). One half of Foolish Manoeuvres", and
currently working on their new solo show Misdirection, Edens comedy is a
personal and slightly surreal look into Queerness and Neurodivergence, each
note punctuated with a magical miracle unlike anything youve seen before.
Hilariously Unbroadcastable - BBC
Eden is a LOT OF FUN and a very funny magician[]shocked and impressed the
audience, whilst keeping the laughs up. - Late Stage Comedy
LOL! - KT Tunstall
Ava Liversidge
Ava Liversidge is an alternative comedian from Sheffield on a mission to make
160 people laugh. She generates laughter with no remorse and will stop at
nothing to achieve her mission. She is developing advanced artificial
intelligence that will ensure comedy survives.
Fantastically Shambolic - Phil Kay
Excellent - Hot Water Comedy
Saeth Wheeler
They're here, they're queer, and they've decided laughter might be the only
way to cope with the state of the world. Saeth hails from York, and has
performed with Bradford Fringe, York Pride, Complete Joke, and Dodgy Comedy.
"Saeth is a brilliant comic whose friendly and likeable stage presence only serves to hide their pointed fury at the world and themselves" - Bradford Fringe
The Impish Scribe
Remember that random Bestie you made in the toilets on a night out? Part
therapist, big Sis and cosmic Goddess - she's back! The Impish Scribe is
bursting with enthusiasm, zingers and oddles of heart.
"Hilarious" - Brummie icon, and national treasure Alison Hammond.
"Incorrigible" - DJ Artwork.
"Instantly likeable, an expert performer" - from glorious Blizzard comedy,
honestly, one of my favourite quotes ever.
"Awww!" - Everyone.
Maxine Wade
A rising star of the northern comedy scene, Maxine Wade combines political
satire with anecdotes of her time nursing in the NHS. Her hilarious quick
fire gags and puns about real life stories you wouldnt believe happened to
her will have you laughing all night. Saucy, sexy, and with a hint of
sarcasm, Maxine has a reputation for bringing the house down.
Yorkshire Comedy Awards Best Breakthrough Act 2023.
"Very very funny" - Fem de la Fem Comedy
"Sharp wit" - Cottingham Comedy Club
"Charming onstage presence" - Blizzard Comedy
Katie Mitchell
A rising star of the Midlands comedy circuit, Katie Mitchells 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.
Roo Stellin
Roos style has been described as dark but quirky; they explore subjects
ranging from dating to death, delivered in a deadpan, storytelling style with
occasional bursts of whimsy.
Roo handles dark subjects in a terrifyingly upbeat yet wonderfully charming manner Blizzard Comedy
Red Redmond
Red Redmond is a non-binary comedian, podcaster and live streamer. Hot off
the heels of supporting the stars of Live At The Apollo and RuPaul's Drag
Race.
"A rock-solid act... manipulates an audience masterfully" - Chortle
and 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)
As always, tickets to this show are free to book, but we will be taking donations on the door by both cash and card, all of which will be donated to Sparkle.
Find out more about Sparkle and the work they do here: https://www.sparkle.org.uk/
