Laughter Lounge

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MC: Andrea Hubert
Act 1: Finlay Christie
Act 2: Kazeem Jamal
HEADLINER: Markus Birdman

Funny Fridays at DAC in association with Get Comedy.

Join us at DAC on the first Friday of the month for Laughter Lounge, our comedy showcase featuring headline comedians from across the UK, live and direct in Enfield Town.

Join us 5.30-7.30pm for Happy hour!

Multi-buy offer - purchase the same amount of tickets for two events in the Laughter Lounge series and save 10% or purchase 3 and save 20%.

Markus Birdman
From The Palladium to Pakistan, a highly experienced, versatile & award winning comedian, Markus is one of stand-up’s most well travelled comedians, much in demand in the UK and all over the world, and one of the very first British Comics to have his own Netflix Special - Live in Amsterdam. You may also recognise Markus for reaching the Semi-Finals of BGT, Series 16.
He has written and performed twelve Edinburgh Festival Solo shows, and toured Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, India, Pakistan, Scandinavia and throughout Europe, The Middle East and Far East. He has appeared on numerous TV and radio shows both in the UK and abroad. Co-Writer on Jayde Adams’s 2020 Amazon Prime Stand Up Special, ‘Serious Black Jumper’

Andrea Hubert started out on the comedy circuit in late 2009, and within 20 gigs gained second place in a national competition. She’s since performed alongside some of the UK’s best comedians at prestigious comedy clubs all over the UK, been commissioned as a writer for a BBC pilot and was shortlisted for the BAFTA Rocliffe New Writing Forum at the New York Television Festival 2012. She was dubbed One to Watch by London is Funny, for whom she went on to write a comedy poetry blog for,
In 2013, Andrea and her writing partner Ryan Cull won the prestigious BAFTA Rocliffe New Writing Forum competition, beating over 500 other entrants. The writing pair are currently working on a new sitcom as part of a development deal with Objective Productions (makers of Peep Show and Fresh Meat.)

Finlay Christie
At 19, Finlay became one of the youngest ever winners of the prestigious So You Think You’re Funny competition, following in the footsteps of Peter Kay, Lee Mack and Sarah Millican. 3 years later, his debut Edinburgh show “OK Zoomer” was nominated for NextUp’s “Best Show” award and was released as a special in October 2023, with over 365,000 views. His material, based around his experience as a Gen Z, led Chortle to describe him as “the voice of his generation”.
His 2024 Fringe show “I Deserve This” received multiple 5 star reviews, won the Entertainment Now “WoW” award and was nominated for the ISH “Best Show” award. The Guardian described it as “Comedy gold” and Edinburgh Festivals Magazine stated there was “Barely a single joke that wasn’t a fresh zinger.”
He has appeared on 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (Channel 4), The Stand-Up Sketch Show (ITV2), Comedy Central Live, Person on a Chair (Channel 4), The BBC New Comedy Awards, Get Off My Phone! (Dave) and Jokes Only An AI Can Tell (Channel 4). He has performed at Montreal’s Just For Laughs festival and across Europe for the Comedy Store.

Kazeem Jamal
Hailing from the vibrant streets of South East London, Kazeem is a powerhouse performer making waves across the UK and beyond. Bursting onto the London comedy scene in 2019, Kazeem quickly established himself as a hot prospect with his electrifying energy, razor-sharp wit, and undeniable stage presence. With the confidence and charisma of a seasoned pro, he has captivated audiences from all walks of life, proving to be a breath of fresh air in the UK’s comedy landscape.
Kazeem recently showcased his comedic prowess on the flagship show Comedy Central Live, cementing his status as one of the most exciting new voices in stand-up today. As an in-demand compere and opening act, he has graced nearly every major comedy club in the UK and is now expanding his reach across Europe, winning over international audiences with his relatable, high-octane humour.