New act announced for our first-ever stand-up night for mental health

Angela Barnes, who has been a regular on popular BBC panel show Mock the Week and appeared on Live at the Apollo, will be performing at Seckford Hall on Thursday, June 26 to raise money for Suffolk Mind.

Her announcement as the new headliner comes after the former BBC New Comedy Award winner launched her new Radio 4 stand-up series, Live from the UK, last month.

Acts joining Angela on stage include fellow comics John Mann and Susan Murray, with Louie Green as MC

Former headliner Angelos Epithemiou is unfortunately no longer able to make the event.

Our Corporate Partnerships Manager Henry Tapp said: “We are thrilled to announce Angela as our new headline act for our inaugural Stand Up for Mental Health event.

“Comedy fans will recognise her for her quick wit on their television screens, while her new radio show has captured the very best of live comedy across the country.

“A big thank you goes to our co-organisers, Glass Eye Comedy, in finding us a great new headline act who we’re sure will have all of us in the crowd belly laughing for such an important cause.”

Guests will still be treated to a Greek feast on the night as part of their ticket – with dishes including chicken souvlaki, pulled lamb kleftiko, Greek salad and halloumi

John Mann has previously been labelled a “complete genius” by Radio X host Johnny Vaughan, while Susan Murray has been described as a “feisty fire-headed pocket rocket” by arts reviewers Broadway Baby.

Henry added: “A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors Pitkin & Ruddock, TMJ Interiors, Pound Gates, Bates Wells & Braithwaite Solicitors, Greenscape Energy, MSC and Hudson Group for helping fund what is set to be a night of hilarity for mental health.

“Tickets are limited – so those looking for a great night of comedy and a smashing Greek feast should act fast to avoid disappointment.”

Doors to the event will open at 6pm, with a free drink available before food is served at 7pm and the comedy starts at 8pm.

This is a strictly 18+ event. 

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