Scott Bennett, Sharon Wanjohi, Elis James (MC Peter Flanagan)

Step underground into the hidden venue beneath Crystal Palace Park to enjoy a line-up of comedians with awards, cult-followings and punchlines aplenty.

With eleven shows over four days, grab your tickets for a celebration of laughter in the iconic Crystal Palace Subway.

Line-up for this show:

Scott Bennett

Scott Bennett is one of the UK’s most in-demand stand-up comedians, known for his brilliantly crafted observational comedy and warm, engaging delivery. He has appeared on Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week and The Royal Variety Performance, and is a regular voice on BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz and The Now Show.

His acclaimed stand-up shows Leap Year and Relax were nominated for Best Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival, while his debut hour About a Roy was a Top Ten pick at the Edinburgh Fringe. During lockdown he created the viral online series Stand-Up from the Shed, which gained national press coverage.

Scott has supported major comedians including Jason Manford, Rob Brydon and John Bishop on tour. The Evening Standard calls him “live comedy’s best kept secret.

Sharon Wanjohi

Pleasance Reserve Member and Funny Women Stage Award Finalist Sharon Wanjohi is a queer British Kenyan comedian, who’s been making waves on the circuit with her take on the lack of Gen-z homeowners and maybe too much material on the cartoons that inspired a generation of sexual awakenings.

Sharon is an alumna of the 2024 Pleasance Reserve and is making her debut at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe with ‘In The House’. As a prolific writer, Sharon has written for acclaimed television series including Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Late Night Lycett, and the Jonathan Ross Show. As seen on Comedy Central Live, Wanjohi has also provided tour support for Jessica Fostekew and Sarah Keyworth.

Elis James

Elis James is a stand-up comedian, podcast host, actor, and broadcaster. Since 2019, he has hosted the Friday afternoon show on BBC 5 Live with John Robins.

Elis has made numerous TV appearances, including Mock the Week, 8 Out of 10 Cats, and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. As an actor, he starred in BBC sitcom Crims and in three series of Josh, created by Josh Widdicombe.

He co-hosts several podcasts, including his 5 Live podcast and 'How Do You Cope' with fellow comedian John Robins. Additionally, he co-hosts BBC's 'The Socially Distant Sports Bar' with Mike Bubbins and Steff Garrero, the 'Feast of Football' podcast for BBC Radio Wales, and 'Football Weekly' for The Guardian. Elis hosts the comedy/history series 'Oh What a Time'.

He and John Robins recently presented 'Made Up Games Live', and he has toured with 'The Socially Distant Sports Bar'.

In addition, Elis regularly writes for The Guardian and published his first co-authored book, 'Holy Vible,' with John Robins.

Peter Flanagan (MC)

Peter is an Irish comic and writer living in London. He has performed at clubs, festivals and competition finals all over Ireland, the UK and Australia including the Vodafone Comedy Carnival and Vodafone Comedy Festival, and the Edinburgh Fringe. Awards: Finalist – Irish Comedian of the Year, 2017; Finalist – Laughing Horse NATY, 2015

With over 100,000 followers and millions of views online, his whip-smart writing and deeply personal, hilarious stories have landed him headline performances at the top clubs and festivals around the world. Now embarking on a UK, Ireland and European tour.

Accessibility:

Please note there is no step-free access to the Subway.

Access is via two flights of stairs with a handrail.

The subway has uneven flooring and light changes from bright to dim in various points. Accessibility information including photos of the stairs can be found here: https://www.crystalpalaceparktrust.org/pages/how-to-visit-the-crystal-palace-subway

We’d love to know how to make your visit the best it can be, so have a chat with us before you get here – we love to hear from you. Please contact the Crystal Palace Park Trust team via [email protected]

Key information:

No dogs please (service dogs welcome)

Bar available serving light-coloured drinks (eg. no red wine to protect the heritage floor)

Street food available at surface level

Doors open at 5.30pm and the event closes at 7.40pm

Closest public transport is Crystal Palace Bus Station (3 minutes walk) or Crystal Palace Train Station (10 minutes walk uphill)

The Subway does not have its own toilets but clean portaloo facilities will be available

Terms and Conditions: please note the Ts and Cs document on our website ahead of purchasing a ticket. Refunds are not possible for any tickets purchased.

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