Comedy at The Horton – June 2026
Friday 12th June, 8pm
Join us for a night of huge laughs with some of the UK’s finest touring stand-up comedians. Featuring Blank Peng, Joseph Emslie, Chris Brooker, and headlined by British Comedian of the Year finalist Joey Page!
Joey Page
“Really Good, Proper Funny” Ronnie Wood
“A stylish comedian with a sonic imagination and a twinkle in his eye” Noel Fielding
Joey Page has been hailed as the future of stand up and is storming the circuit with his trail blazing brand of ‘Indie Comedy’ that’s surreal and inventive. Joey’s enigmatic and charming presence brings about an instant rapport with his audiences. Every now and again you see a comedian like this who’s so wonderfully gifted he makes it all look effortless. The style and subject matter of his material is unlike that of any other out there, making him one of the most unique and memorable acts you will see. He’s also favourite of Noel Fielding (from The Mighty Boosh and Great British Bake Off) and as a result has supported him on tour.
Blank Peng
“Delightful presence with a faux innocence that conceals a cutting edge” Chortle
“Sparky and unique” Funny Women
Blank Peng is an up-and-coming comedian known for his quirky and unpredictable style, blending sharp wit with offbeat observations.
Often incorporating elements of absurdity and unique storytelling, Blank Peng’s performances are marked by their spontaneity and clever humour. With a growing presence in the comedy circuit, he continues to captivate audiences with his unconventional approach and fresh perspective on everyday life.
Joseph Emslie
“Radiating comic innocence and making great play on his schoolboy looks” Chortle
His easy conversational manner, anecdotal, and self-deprecating, style of comedy has helped him secure him some early critical acclaim by taking the runner up place in the Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year 2021, twinning this with his other final successes he really is “definitely a name to keep tabs on.” (Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke)
Chris Brooker
‘Very funny, very quick… On the spot humour.’ BBC
‘The best act of the night, his quick wit silencing hecklers and getting plenty of laughs.’ Manchester Evening News
‘The revelation of the night. Spot on.’ Now Toronto
A gifted performer, Chris Brooker has taken his unique mix of comedy and improvisation to stages all over the world. After a decade on the UK comedy circuit Chris has forged a fine reputation for himself as a stand-up comedian and compère. His versatility has seen him play to audiences of all sizes and backgrounds, winning them over with his infectious enthusiasm, swift wit and immense likeability. Dubbed comedy’s ginger Viking by a promoter, he really is a larger-than-life character.
One of comedy’s heavy hitters, Chris Brooker’s infectious energy and enthusiasm sweeps through a room like an irresistible force. Chris’ combination of hilarious, original material and inspired improvisation means that you will never see the same routine twice. Immensely likeable, there’s no doubting his ability to win over any crowd and drag them along for the ride.
Tickets: £22 | Groups of 6+ £19 per person
Early Bird Rate: £17 – book before 15th March
Running Time: 2 and a half hours
Age Rating: 18+
Line-up subject to change.
*A £2 booking fee is included. This applies when booking online and in person. The booking fee covers costs charged to the charity for the booking system and payment processing.
