Junior Booker – The Esplanade
Ballyrags Comedy Club is back at The Royal Esplanade Hotel in Ryde — the Island’s newest home for big laughs and bold stand-up. Set in the hotel’s stunning function suite, it’s the perfect backdrop for a night of comedy, drinks, and scurrilous language.
Headlining is Junior Booker – one of London’s fastest-rising stand-ups, known for his razor-sharp observations and effortless charisma. A South London native, Junior has been featured on Mo Gilligan’s Lateish Show (Channel 4) and performs regularly at top clubs including Top Secret and Backyard Comedy.
With his quick-fire delivery and fearless takes on modern life, he’s rapidly becoming one of the most exciting names on the UK comedy scene.
Supporting Junior is the brilliant Joe Fortis, with more acts to be announced soon — and you can be sure it’s another stacked Ballyrags line-up of fresh talent and seasoned pros.
Hosting the evening is Luke Lamont, bringing his trademark wit, energy, and crowd connection to keep the night flowing and the audience buzzing. Each month, Luke introduces a hand-picked selection of comedians from the Isle of Wight and beyond, delivering unfiltered, unforgettable stand-up in a fun, intimate setting.
Expect a night full of surprises, new voices, and big laughs that’ll stay with you long after the show ends. With a fresh line-up every month, no two Ballyrags nights are ever the same.
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Paul McCaffrey – The Esplanade
We're bring bedlam back to The Esplanade Hotel in Ryde! Headlining is Paul McCaffrey – star of Live at the Apollo, Russell Howard’s Good News and a regular on the UK’s biggest comedy stages.
A powerhouse of observational humour and razor-sharp timing, Paul’s mix of hilarious storytelling and effortless charm has made him one of Britain’s most loved stand-ups.
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Junior Booker – The Esplanade
Ballyrags Comedy is back at The Royal Esplanade Hotel in Ryde — the Island’s newest home for big laughs and bold stand-up. Set in the hotel’s stunning function suite, it’s the perfect backdrop for a night of comedy, drinks, and scurrilous language.
Headlining is Junior Booker – one of London’s fastest-rising stand-ups, known for his razor-sharp observations and effortless charisma.
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Treasure Island – The Pantomime!
Ahoy, me hearties! Prepare for a swashbuckling pantomime adventure, the likes of which ye never seen before!
Join young Jim Hawkins on the adventure of a lifetime as he hunts for buried treasure in this hilarious, high-energy take on this classic pirate tale. Alongside Dame Hawkins, the Innkeeper (Jim’s mother) and the shambolic, yet lovable Pirate Pete, Jim sets sail for Treasure Island.
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