The Comedy Network - Spring 2027

Get ready for a night of top-class 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.

February's line-up* includes: 

Joe Sutherland:

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).

Meryl O'Rourke:

Meryl O’Rourke is a acclaimed stand-up comic and TV writer.  She has delighted comedy audiences, written some of the best gags on telly and even hosted pop concerts . Meryl is also regular tour support for Frankie Boyle and has supported him since 2010 at the Hammersmith Apollo. Meryl is also a trained actress and got to call Frankie an “arsehole” in his Channel 4 series Tramadol Nights.

Meryl is a Sony nominated radio broadcaster, appearing as a reviewer on Radio 4 Front Row. She wrote/performed and edited a comedy series for Woman’s Hour. 

Meryl has written for Have I Got News for You, 8/10 Cats and 3 series of Mock the Week. A close collaborator with Frankie Boyle, she has written for all 3 episodes of Autopsy, all series of New World Order, and Frankie Goes To Russia.

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.His Edinburgh Fringe debut hour ‘Don’t Count on Me’ was a sell-out hit and critical success, with The List’s four-star review commending “Trickey’s command of the stage is absolute, his timing flawless” and The Guardian confirming “Trickey has certainly got it“. His sophomore show “Split” was about being punched in the face during his show at the Edinburgh Fringe and was “a well crafted, well performed show with proper warmth at its heart.” (EdFringe Review ★★★★★).

He recently featured in an episode of Funny Parts (BBC).

Performing across the UK and at numerous festivals, James was the Chortle Student Comedy runner-up in 2018 and was recently nominated for Best New Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival. He has appeared as tour support for Phil Wang, Stevie Martin and Sam Nicoresti.

Josh Weller:

Josh Weller is a stand-up, actor and writer. His online comedy content and music parodies have amassed over a hundred million views, and has led to roles in Netflix’ The Witcher (his character Boris was killed off) and Ewan McGregor’s A Gentleman in Moscow (his character Demitri was killed off). His stand-up career has seen him open for SNL’s Fred Armisen, appear on ITV’s Stand Up Sketch Show twice, and his Edinburgh show ‘Age Against The Machine’, about his failed music career, received rave reviews. Josh wrote on 2025’s Brit Awards, and has written for Alex Edelmen’s BBC Radio 4 show Peer Group. He also hosts the F1 podcast Dirty Air. Prior to his comedy career Weller was a musician, performing on the Vans Warped Tour, and opening for Descendents, The Offspring and Juliette Lewis.

He also starred in Channel 4’s Nightmare BnB, written for McFly, and performed with England football captain Harry Kane. His 2019 graphic novel Die Already was released by CollegeHumor’s Dropout and in 2024 he released an entire prank Christmas album sung in Gen-Z cursive titled ‘A Voiry Moiry Chroistmois’.

March's line-up includes: Ed Kear, Nick Elleray, Eleanor Tiernan & Sam Nicoresti.

April's line-up includes: John Meagher, Fab Goualin, Rory Cargill & Bella Hull.