The Comedy Network - Autumn 2026

Get ready to laugh out loud with an evening of great comedy, as Avalon presents The Comedy Network.

Existing to bring a roadshow of comedic brilliance to your doorstep, The Comedy Network has been a proving ground for some of the biggest names in British comedy. Household names like Lee Mack, Russell Howard, Jenny Eclair, Ed Gamble and Lou Sanders have all cut their teeth on the network circuit. Previous line-ups* have included Simon Brodkin, Steve Bugeja, Sophie Duker and Flo & Joan. 

Whether you are looking for a great night out with friends or a fun way to celebrate a special occasion, start your weekend in style at The Comedy Network.

September's line-up* includes: 

Headliner: Slim Slim is one of the UK’s biggest stand up stars and the undisputed king of the Black British Comedy Circuit. Physical, ebullient and unashamedly for the people, his multi award-winning 20 year career has seen him perform to thousands all over the world. He’s sold out several smash hit tours, including the Hackney Empire numerous times. Slim has also supported several high profile US acts including Kevin Hart and Dave Chappelle.

Middle: Davina Bentley Davina Bentley is a London raised Jewish comedy writer and former lawyer who delves into the absurdities of modern life and pop culture. Her onstage persona showcases a biting wit and refusal to tolerate foolishness, while mischievously using her legal background to craft sharp material. Davina’s online sketch content, posted on TikTok and Instagram, has carved out a niche, parodying history shows and podcasts like The Rest Is History, political podcasts such as The News Agents, and the Rest is Politics, and equally hard-hitting political parodies of Emily in Paris and Made in Chelsea. 

Open: Joshua Bethania Joshua Bethania is a comedian from India who’s been on the scene since 2021. Having lived in London since 2019 his comedy tends to include his observations of life in London as an outsider and what he is doing to become an insider. A few highlights in his comedy career include winning SYTYF 2022, winning King Gong at the Comedy Store London, Finalist at NATYs 2022, Finalist at BBC New Comedian Awards 2022 and was nominated for best newcomer in the Chortle comedy awards 2023

Compere: Joe Sutherland Joe Sutherland is a multi-talented comedian, actor, writer and part-time DJ (he has a Spotify Premium account). He’s appeared on Roast Battle (Comedy Central), Hypothetical (Dave) and The Stand Up Sketch Show (ITV2). Acting credits include appearing opposite 30 Rock’s Jack McBrayer on Urban Myths (Sky Arts), a host of online sketches for Channel 4 and BBC Three and a walk-on role on a little-known indie drama called Eastenders (BBC One).

October's line-up includes: Matt Richardson, Jess Carrivick, Amy Mason, Joe Jacobs

November's line-up includes: Huge Davies, Ciara O'Connor, Toussaint Douglass, Dom McGovern