Comedy festival returning to Pocklington Arts Centre

Pocklington Arts Centre (PAC) will host the event on Saturday, May 30, following the success of its first comedy festival in 2025.

The full-day programme promises a diverse line-up of comedians, offering something for all ages, from family-friendly shows to a star-studded mixed-bill finale.

Dave Parker, PAC’s venue manager, said: “We’re thrilled to be bringing our Comedy Festival back for a second year.

“Last year’s event was a highlight of our calendar, and we’re excited to build on that success with an expanded programme showcasing some of the biggest talent on the comedy circuit.”

Audiences will have the chance to enjoy afternoon work-in-progress shows from four comedians as they prepare material for the Edinburgh Fringe.

The line-up includes Seeta Wrightson, Brennan Reece, Tom Neenan, and Sarah Roberts.

There will also be two shows for younger audiences.

Darryl J Carrington will present Out of the Box, a family performance filled with physical theatre and audience participation.

A mixed-bill finale will take place at 8pm, featuring Lou Wall, Marcel Lucont, Tal Davies, Pravanya Pillay, and BBC New Comedian of the Year finalist Raj Poojara.

Tickets start from £12 and are available from pocklingtonartscentre.co.uk.