The Funny Club Comedy Festival is set to launch in Brent Cross Town this October, offering four nights of stand-up comedy in support of mental health. The event will take place across two weekends on October 16, 17, 23, and 24, and aims to become a staple of the cultural calendar in north London.
Line-up and Venue Details
Hosted at Always Gladice in Neighbourhood Square, the festival will feature 20 comedians across the four nights, with five acts performing each evening. Comedians set to appear include Grace Campbell, Josh Berry, Ali Woods, and Abi Clarke. The venue is operated by the Urban Leisure Group, known for The Alice House in West Hampstead and Coin Laundry in Exmouth Market.
The festival brings together emerging and established comedians for a cause close to the heart of the community. All proceeds from the £15 tickets will be donated to Mind in Enfield and Barnet, supporting mental health services in the community.
Community and Cultural Vision
Chrissy Cullen, marketing and communications director at Brent Cross Town, said: "Comedy is having a real moment in the UK, with social media having provided a platform to launch the careers of some of the brightest, most relevant comedians we have seen for some time. At Brent Cross Town, connectivity, culture and wellbeing are central to the vision for the neighbourhood, and laughter has a powerful role to play in bringing people together."
"It is proven to relieve tension, boost mood and support positive mental health, which makes comedy a natural fit for a place designed around community and connection. We hope The Funny Club, held in the very heart of the new neighbourhood, will grow into a flagship annual event for Brent Cross Town – creating memorable experiences for visitors and residents, and adding to our growing cultural programme whilst supporting an important local mental health charity," Cullen added.
Mental Health Impact
Alex Tambourides, CEO of Mind in Enfield and Barnet, said: "MiEB engages with thousands of people every year who struggle with their mental health. Whilst we know there is more to mental health than happiness, and there is more to happiness than laughter, there is no doubt that laughter has a hugely positive impact on our mental health."
"We feel very privileged to be part of this initiative, which will not only brighten up the audiences’ lives, but will also help us provide hugely needed services for the residents of Barnet and Enfield," Tambourides added.
Tickets and further details are available at brentcrosstown.co.uk/event/the-funny-club.
