Hilarity Bites Festival Special

Ripon Theatre Festival joins forces with Ripon Arts Hub’s monthly Hilarity Bites Comedy Club to present a special show headlined by Larry Dean. Larry’s credits include the Royal Variety Performance in 2024, two appearances on Live at the Apollo (once as host), Mock the Week, House of Games, Roast Battle, World’s Most Dangerous Roads, The Stand Up Sketch Show, The Comedy Roast for SU2C, and Michael McIntyre’s Big Show. Larry has also been nominated for the Edinburgh Comedy Award three times, has had a stand-up special aired on Channel 4, and is currently in the middle of a world tour of his latest show.

“Physical comedy that would have done Billy Connolly proud” – The Mirror
“There is no doubt about it, this guy is hilarious. Sensational” – Michael McIntyre
“Destined to become a household name” The Telegraph

Joining Larry is the “filthy and fabulous” Lou Conran, who has just returned from performing at comedy festivals in Australia and New Zealand, and supporting her great friend Sarah Millican on her international tour, including opening for her at many big theatres throughout the UK. Lou was winner of the Best MC at the 2020/21 Comics Comic Awards, regularly provides warm-up for numerous TV shows, is a regular voice on BBC Radio 4, and is one half of the award nominated podcast ‘Spit or Swallow/ and the new podcast ’Tough Gig’.

Note: Line-ups are subject to change in extreme, and unavoidable, circumstances.

Show may contain strong language and adult themes.

Doors 7.30pm, Show starts 8pm

Ticket price: £12