The Comedy Network - Summer 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. 

June's line-up includes: 

Sooz Kempner - Sooz started comedy in 2009, won Best Newcomer at the Musical Comedy Awards in 2010 and graduated from the Royal Academy of Music that same year. In 2012 she won the Variety Award at the Funny Women Awards. Sooz cohosts two podcasts, Mystery on the Rocks, a true crime and cocktails comedy podcast with comedians Chris Stokes and Masud Milas, and The Queen Podcast, the UK's official Queen podcast featuring licensed music by the band, alongside John Robins, Simon Lupton and Rohan Acharya,

James Trickey - James Trickey is a rising comedian, hailed as 'absolutely one to watch' (Edinburgh Reviews). With a sharp mind and a distinct take on life, he crafts a blend of silly gags and physical comedy with clever and surprising routines.

Headlined by Steve Bugeja - Steve Bugeja is one of the circuit’s most exciting comedians. Steve has done numerous national tours after critically acclaimed runs at the Edinburgh Fringe festival.  Steve hosted the BBC Radio 4 series Economics with Subtitles and has made numerous appearances on TV shows including The Russell Howard Hour (Sky One), Love Island: Aftersun (ITV2), Russell Howard’s Stand Up Central (Comedy Central) and Zoe Ball on Saturday (ITV1).

Compered by Maia Tassalini - Maia is a stand-up and comedy writer. She was a finalist in the BBC New Comedian of the Year 2024 competition and a member of the prestigious 2025 Pleasance Comedy Reserve; she is already making waves on the UK comedy circuit and is a Soho Comedy Labs Plus alumni. Her film, GUTS, has been selected as a semi-finalist for the Best Comedy at Big Fridge Festival London Independent Film Festival.

July's line-up includes: Sharon Wanjohi, Will Rowland, headlined by Sara Barron and compered by Matt Pugsley.