Laugh Riot: Comedy Night at Waterside

As part of Pride in Trafford 2022 (17th-21st May), Waterside is hosting ‘Laugh Riot‘. It’s a comedy night headlined by Bethany Black, featuring Jonathan Mayor MC, comic and improviser Kate McCabe and stand-up, drag queen and live streamer Red Redmond.

An evening of top quality alternative comedy, the event will be raising money for the awesome charity The Proud Trust – a life-saving and life-enhancing organisation that helps LGBT+ young people to make a positive change for themselves and their communities.

Who is performing at Laugh Riot 2022? 

Jonathan Mayor MC

Jonathan Mayor is a huge cult figure in comedy. When Jonathan arrives on stage, with his savage and truly hilarious wit, it’s Showtime!

Kate McCabe

Kate McCabe is a comic and improviser. In addition to her solo work, she can also be seen with Murder Inc. The Improvised Murder Mystery and with ComedySportz Manchester.

Red Redmond

Red Redmond is a stand-up comedian, drag queen and live-streamer with over 10 years of experience. Hot off the heels of supporting the stars of RuPaul’s Drag Race on tour.

Bethany Black

Critically acclaimed stand-up Bethany Black is a stalwart of the scene and is considered “one of the UK circuit’s finest night-time raconteurs” according to British Comedy Guide.

Bethany’s most recent Edinburgh Festival Fringe show Unwinnable gained praise across the board.

If you’re in the market for an evening of hilarious comedy, book your tickets to Laugh Riot at Waterside on 20th May. The show starts at 8pm. 

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Darren Adams, producer of Pride in Trafford and manager of Waterside said: “We are really thrilled with this year’s line-up for Pride in Trafford. Not just because all the events are live in person, but in terms of the themes, the artists and the collaborators involved.

“We cannot wait to see the community back celebrating Pride in Trafford for five days of queer joy, fun and pride.”

Pride in Trafford will begin with the annual flag raising at Sale Town Hall at 11am on Tuesday May 17th, to coincide with International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. This event will be joined by the Leader and Chief Executive of Trafford Council, along with pupils from local schools. 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️