Big Comedy Hammersmith with Francis Foster

If you want a great night out seeing the best alternative comedy in an intimate venue then Big Comedy Hammersmith at The Distillers is the place for you!

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This month we have a stellar and diverse lineup of comics including our headliner is the fantastic FRANCIS FOSTER!

Francis is a comedian known for delving into profound aspects of life, asking big questions and getting big laughs. He's recognised for his sharp spontaneity, clever jokes and charisma, guaranteed to leave his audiences in stitches.

With an impressive stand-up career, Francis regularly performs internationally at acclaimed comedy clubs.

Francis is also co-host of the very successful TRIGGERnometry podcast.

“Bitterly amusing gags” -Chortle

Doors open 7.25 show starts 7.30. You can get food and drink at the venue and bring it into the show.

Supporting Francis are 4 fantastic comics

Julius Howe
London-based comedian with a sharp, off-kilter style that mixes smart observation with left-field turns. A regular on the UK circuit, he's performed alongside some of the country's best comics at clubs and festivals nationwide. Known for his unpredictable punchlines and a knack for pulling big laughs out of the mundane. "A true hit. Julius embodies the generational voice of so many" - North West End.

Nick Everritt
British Comedian of the Year 2023 Runner-Up, genuinely unique and brilliantly funny. "Those in search of the truly alternative, look no further" ★★★★ (One4Review). "A droll, witty and very self-conscious deconstruction of comedy...Expect to see more of him" - Chortle.

Wanda Keenan
High-energy stand-up serving bold jokes, big moves, and punchlines that stick in your head forever. 2025 Beat the Frog winner in Manchester and 2024 Beat the Wand winner in Bristol, she brings award-winning swagger wherever she goes.

Jacob Nussey
Unassumingly draws in audiences with his deadpan style, sharp jokes, and ill-fated anecdotes with clever punchlines. Featured in The Times, The Telegraph, and Dave's Joke of the Fringe list 2025. "Insanely Funny, he'll be a household name before you know it" - Skiddle.

William Ese
A master of the well-crafted one-liner joke.

And our MC Julius Howe - London-based comedian with a sharp, off-kilter style that mixes smart observation with left-field turns. A regular on the UK circuit, he's performed alongside some of the country's best comics at clubs and festivals nationwide. Known for his unpredictable punchlines and a knack for pulling big laughs out of the mundane. "A true hit. Julius embodies the generational voice of so many" – North West End.

And for all you budding popstars - after the comedy finishes The Distillers has a karaoke night downstairs!

Please note: Although not common, lineups can be subject to change at short notice.