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UPCOMING SHOWS
UPCOMING SHOWS
Friday 28 March
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
This week’s headliner is Sarah Roberts.
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Monday 31 March
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 4 April
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
This week’s headliner is Blank Peng.
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Sunday 6 April
6:30pm
The Purple Turtle, 9 Gun St, Reading RG1 2JR
Comedy at Turtle with headliner Michael Shafer
Mates Rates Comedy has teamed up with The Purple Turtle to bring you the best acts from the UK comedy scene.
We will have TV names, up and coming circuit comics and as always you will be guided along by our trusty MC Carl Richard.
Monday 7 April
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 11 April
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
This week’s headliner is Adam Greene.
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Monday 14 April
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 18 April
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Monday 21 April
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 25 April
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Monday 28 April
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 2 May
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Sunday 4 may
6:30pm
The Purple Turtle, 9 Gun St, Reading RG1 2JR
Comedy at Turtle with headliner Jacob Hawley
Mates Rates Comedy has teamed up with The Purple Turtle to bring you the best acts from the UK comedy scene.
We will have TV names, up and coming circuit comics and as always you will be guided along by our trusty MC Carl Richard.
Monday 5 May
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 9 May
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Monday 12 May
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 16 May
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Fri 16th - Sun 18th May
7pm
Reading
Reading indie Comed Festival 2025
Reading Indie Comedy Festival will return in 2025 between the 16 - 18 of May.
The festival will comprise of 3 days of hilarious shows across Reading's independent comedy circuit.
Further detail will follow as we confirm the festival programme so keep an eye on this page.
The Festival Pass will grant entry to every show at the festival including The Comedy at Taproom Saturday Showcase 2025 with headliner Sean Walsh and The Comedy at Taproom Sunday Showcase with headliner Paul Sinha.
Monday 19 May
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 23 May
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Monday 26 May
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 30 May
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Saturday 31 May
8pm
The Ram, 68 Wandsworth High St, London, SW18 4LB
Comedy at The Ram with Junior Booker and Sara Barron
Stand up comedy is coming to Wandsworth!
Comedy at The Ram will take place between 8pm - 10pm at The Ram, 68 Wandsworth High St, SW18 4LB on Saturday 31 May.
This month's show is a double headliner is with opener Junior Booker and closer Sara Barron.
Monday 2 june
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 6 June
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Monday 9 june
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 13 June
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Monday 16 june
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 20 June
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Monday 23 june
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 27 June
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Monday 30 june
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 4 July
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
Greg Winfield: Whatever You Say (WIP).
Get ready for an unpredictable, unflinching and unrepeatable night of comedy with Greg Winfield in Whatever You Say. This show is a masterclass of improvised moments of “genius” (Matt Lucas), found on the roadside of a comedy journey heading somewhere no one else will take you.
As you’ll see from his viral clips online - Greg is genuinely not able to take things seriously, especially very serious things. Discover the impact this has on his life, his relationships, and his penile trauma and find yourself laughing at things you tried really hard not too.
Sunday 6 July
6:30pm
The Purple Turtle, 9 Gun St, Reading RG1 2JR
Comedy at Turtle with headliner Francis Forster
Mates Rates Comedy has teamed up with The Purple Turtle to bring you the best acts from the UK comedy scene.
We will have TV names, up and coming circuit comics and as always you will be guided along by our trusty MC Carl Richard.
Monday 14 July
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 25 July
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
This week's headliner is Russell Hicks.
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Monday 28 July
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 8 August
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Monday 11 August
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 22 August
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
Monday 25 August
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Monday 1 September
7:30pm
The Outlook, Reading, RG1 3BJ
Mates rates comedy Raw
Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic.
If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you.
Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull!
The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Walk on spots available. Last sign up 7pm. More information.
Friday 5 September
8pm
Wig & Pen, 9-13 George St, Oxford, OX1 2AU
George Street Comedy Club
George Street Comedy Club will take place at The Wig and Pen, between 8pm - 10pm (doors open 7:30pm).
Every Friday 4 circuit acts and a pro-club headliner will take the stage in the loft room at the Wig and Pen.
CONTACT US
CONTACT US
For customer and business enquiries please email:
matesratescomedy@gmail.com
(Please do not use this email address if you are a comedian asking for a spot – we will just delete it!)
To apply for a spot please email:
matesratescomedyraw@gmail.com
Guidance for Performers
Please indicate which show you are applying for and provide a selection of dates you are free.
Your best way to to be seen is always to do an open spot. We very rarely book acts for our club nights from speculative applications. Please indicate if you are applying for an open spot or paid work.
Please include relevant information, a bio, a video the length of the spot you are asking for. Please don’t try to be over familiar or funny.
We will delete any speculative applications to the business email.
