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Glasgow Times
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Stand-up comedians from Kill Tony podcast coming to Glasgow
Ahren Belisle, an America's Got Talent finalist, and award-winning comedian Martin Phillips, known from Dr. Phil Live!, will take to the stage at Reid Hall on June 3. The show is part of a limited run of four UK performances of their Golden Ticket Winners show. Read more: Glasgow's Centre for Contemporary Arts reveal May programme The Scottish gigs mark the first time the pair have performed in the UK. The comedians gained popularity as Golden Ticket Winners on the Kill Tony podcast, one of the world's most popular live comedy podcasts. Ahren Belisle, a non-verbal comedian who delivers his jokes using his phone, was a finalist on America's Got Talent within his first year as a comedian. Ahren Belisle (Image: Supplied) The Canadian comic has more than one million followers on social media and has been described by Kill Tony host Tony Hinchcliffe as "one of the greatest xxxx-ing acts we've ever had in the history of pulling names out of the bucket." American comedian Martin Phillips was named the Funniest Student in DC early in his career. He has since picked up numerous awards and appeared at comedy festivals across America. Martin is a regular performer on Kill Tony and has appeared on Dr. Phil Live! Martin Phillips (Image: Supplied) Read more: Glasgow pubs to host themed parties for May bank holidays The Scottish shows will be hosted by Canadian-born comedian Craig Campbell, who has appeared on Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow and Russell Howard's Good News. Craig said: "I am excited to be introducing these acts to Scotland – they've really ripped up the rule book of stand-up. "They've connected strongly with audiences in the States, and I'm looking forward to seeing them do the same here." Naz Hussain, founder of Breakneck Comedy, said: "I was thrilled when Big Laugh Boutique and Funny People approached me about Scottish dates for Ahren and Martin. "I'm a huge fan of the Kill Tony podcast, and – like any comedy fan – I know that the fact they're both Golden Ticket Winners means that they're going to be huge stars. "They're already selling out gigs across the States, so being able to welcome them to – comparatively – small venues in Scotland is really exciting for the Breakneck team."
Daily Record
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Panto pals Grado and Stephen Purdon team up for Lanarkshire shows next month
Presented by Aberdeen-based promoters, Breakneck Comedy, the 22 date tour sees them perform across the country with three Lanarkshire dates confirmed. Panto pals Grado and Stephen Purdon are teaming up to share stories from their careers on screen and in the wrestling ring. Presented by Aberdeen-based promoters, Breakneck Comedy, the 22 date tour sees them perform across the country with three Lanarkshire dates confirmed. The pair will be at the South Dalziel Historic Building in Motherwell on Sunday, June 8, Airdrie Town Hall on Tuesday, June 10, and Cumbernauld New Town Hall on Saturday, June 21. While the duo is a well-known panto double act (appearing annually at the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow), Shell Suits and Spandex is the first time they've got together to share stories from their respective careers as well as their work together as 'panto dafties' and podcast hosts. Good friends on and off stage, audiences can expect them to serve up an evening of no holds barred anecdotes, banter, and laughs. Breakneck Comedy's founder, Naz Hussain said: 'Anyone who's seen these guys in panto will know they have an amazing chemistry and a great sense of humour, and with major roles in two of Scotland's best-loved TV shows – among other things – they have loads of great stories to share. 'I'm delighted that they've chosen to do their show with us, and I can't wait to hear the tales they'll be sharing.' Breakneck Comedy is renowned for bringing top comedians and performers to towns and venues that might not be on the usual tour schedule. 'I love bringing big names to towns that some promoters might overlook' says Naz. 'It's really exciting to be able to put on shows all over Scotland and make it easier for people to be able to enjoy a great night of comedy and entertainment without them having to worry about catching a train home from the city.'
Daily Record
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Panto pals Grado and Stephen Purdon team up for Livingston show next month
Presented by Aberdeen-based promoters, Breakneck Comedy, the 22 date tour sees them perform across the country and will at the Grand Central in Livingston on Tuesday, June 3. Panto pals Grado and Stephen Purdon are teaming up to share stories from their careers on screen and in the wrestling ring. Presented by Aberdeen-based promoters, Breakneck Comedy, the 22 date tour sees them perform across the country and will at the Grand Central in Livingston on Tuesday, June 3. While the duo is a well-known panto double act (appearing annually at the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow), Shell Suits and Spandex is the first time they've got together to share stories from their respective careers as well as their work together as 'panto dafties' and podcast hosts. Good friends on and off stage, audiences can expect them to serve up an evening of no holds barred anecdotes, banter, and laughs. Breakneck Comedy's founder, Naz Hussain said: 'Anyone who's seen these guys in panto will know they have an amazing chemistry and a great sense of humour, and with major roles in two of Scotland's best-loved TV shows – among other things – they have loads of great stories to share. 'I'm delighted that they've chosen to do their show with us, and I can't wait to hear the tales they'll be sharing.' Breakneck Comedy is renowned for bringing top comedians and performers to towns and venues that might not be on the usual tour schedule. 'I love bringing big names to towns that some promoters might overlook' says Naz. 'It's really exciting to be able to put on shows all over Scotland and make it easier for people to be able to enjoy a great night of comedy and entertainment without them having to worry about catching a train home from the city.' More information on the tour is available at
Scotsman
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Kill Tony Golden Ticket winners, Ahren Belisle and Martin Phillips play Portobello Town Hall this June
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Aberdeen-based Promoters Breakneck Comedy have teamed up with Big Laugh Boutique and Funny People to bring two rising stars of stand-up, America's Got Talent finalist Ahren Belisle and award-winning comedian Martin Phillips (Dr. Phil Live!) to Scotland for three special gigs. Including a show at Portobello Town Hall on Wednesday, 4 June. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The Scottish shows are the first time that Ahren and Martin have performed anywhere in the UK and it's a rare opportunity to see their full sets. These unique shows form part of a limited run of just four UK performances of their Golden Ticket Winners show. Both Ahren and Martin shot to public attention as Golden Ticket Winners (and subsequently regular favourites) on the Kill Tony podcast. Kill Tony is the world's number one live comedy podcast and is currently touring arenas around the world including a show at London's O2 Arena on 7 June. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Ahren Belisle is a nonverbal comedian who uses his phone to deliver his jokes. He was a finalist on America's Got Talent, where he won the hearts of judges and audience members alike. His success on the show is made even more impressive by the fact that it came within his first year as a comedian. The Canadian comic has over 1m followers on social media and has been seen by millions more around the world thanks to his success on Kill Tony. Kill Tony host and producer, Tony Hinchcliffe described Ahren as 'one of the greatest xxxx-ing acts we've even had in the history of pulling names out of the bucket'. Award-winning comedian Martin Phillips American comedian Martin Phillips found comedy success early on when he was named the Funniest Student in DC. He's picked up many more awards since then and has appeared at a host of comedy festivals across the America. A regular performer on Kill Tony after his Golden Ticket win, Martin has also appeared on hit TV show Dr. Phil Live! he's also the co-host of the Isn't It Romantic podcast, and a is in demand for gigs across America – and beyond. The Scottish shows will all be hosted by Canadian born comedian, Craig Campbell. Craig has a number of television credits to his name – both in the UK (Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow, Russel Howard's Good News) and Canada – but is probably best remembered as the comedian who made an expectant mother laugh so hard that her waters broke on Dave's One Night Stand (U&Dave, formerly Dave). Craig says "I am excited to be introducing these acts to Scotland – they've really ripped up the rule book of stand-up. They've connected strongly with audiences in the States, and I'm looking forward to seeing them do the same here." Breakneck Comedy's founder, Naz Hussain said, 'I was thrilled when Big Laugh Boutique and Funny People approached me about Scottish dates for Ahren and Martin. I'm a huge fan of the Kill Tony podcast, and – like any comedy fan – I know that the fact they're both Golden Ticket Winners means that they're going to be huge stars. They're already selling out gigs across the States, so being able to welcome them to – comparatively – small venues in Scotland is really exciting for the Breakneck team!' In addition to the three Scottish dates, Ahren and Martin will perform Golden Ticket Winners in London on 8 June at Top Secret Comedy Club (hosted by Ric Deiz).
Daily Record
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Comedy star Karen Dunbar performing at two West Lothian venues during massive tour
Chewin' the Fat actor Karen Dunbar is bringing her comedy stage show to two West Lothian venues. The comedian and actor, writer, and DJ is embarking on a brand-new tour starting this weekend. The epic 80 date tour starts in Grangemouth on 2 May and runs until the autumn, and includes shows in Bathgate and Livingston. Karen will be stopping off in Bathgate on Thursday, May 15 at the Reconnect Regal Theatre and return to West Lothian later in the year for another performance at Livingston's Reconnect Howden Park on Saturday, September 27. The brand-new show for 2025, will see Karen sharing stories from her life and talking about her career, with – as you would expect from a stalwart of the Scottish comedy scene – a heap of humour and jokes. This is Karen's fourth tour with Aberdeen-based promoters Breakneck Comedy since 2023, and, as the company's founder Naz Hussain explained, it's their most ambitious to date. Naz said: 'This is the biggest tour we've ever organised, and I'm delighted that we're working with Karen for it. This is a big year for Breakneck Comedy – it's our 15th anniversary and to be able to deliver such a huge tour for such a well-loved Scottish act is the icing on the cake. 'Anyone who's been to one of Karen's shows before will know that it's a great night of laughs, jokes, stories, and anecdotes from her career, covering everything from her time on Chewin' The Fat, right through to her latest adventures as a DJ. "The fact that Karen has so many fresh new stories to share is testament to her talent as a comedian, and her amazing career.' Breakneck Comedy is renowned for bringing top comedians and performers to towns and venues that might not be on the usual tour schedule. 'I love bringing big names to towns that some promoters might overlook,' Naz added. 'It's really exciting to be able to put on shows all over Scotland and make it easier for people to be able to enjoy a great night of comedy and entertainment without them having to worry about catching a train home from the city.' Don't miss the latest news from the West Lothian Courier. Sign up to our free newsletter here .
