Tom Wrigglesworth, Zoe Lyons and More Set for Summer 2013 Comedy at St. James Studio

St. James Studio has announced its summer comedy 2013 lineup. Details below!

DOUBLE BILL

TOM WRIGGLESWORTH and LIAM WILLIAMS

Monday 8 July at 8pm

£15 / £17.50

Sony Award Winner, Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee, Chortle Award winner and star of Radio 4 and BBC 2, Tom returns with an exquisite new show,Utterly at Odds With The Universe.

Followed by So You Think You're Funny runner up Liam Williams.

DOUBLE BILL

MAE MARTIN and SHIRLEY & SHIRLEY

Thursday 11 July at 8pm

£15

Join Canadian comedian Mae Martin (Russell Howard's Good News, Radio 4's "Fresh From the Fringe") for her brand new show, Pure Drama.

Followed by Shirley & Shirley. Be prepared for inspired comic observation, top class character creations, and wonderfully dark ideas.

FUNNY WOMEN AWARDS - SEMI FINAL

Thursday 18 July at 8pm

£12.50/15

A great line-up of up-and-coming acts competing for a coveted place in the Funny Women Awards Final. Come along for a chance to spot the next big thing!

Join hilarious host Abi Roberts ("THE consummate entertainer..." Chortle) and Mae Martin ("Rapier wit and cute charisma" ScotsGay) for a unique night of comedy at the St. James Studio.

THE WIT AND WHIMSY OF ALEXANDER S.BERMANGE

With special guests Julie Atherton and Cassidy Janson

Sunday 28 July at 7.30pm

£17.50/£20

Known to millions as the resident comic songwriter and performer on BBC Radio 4's Broadcasting House and the BBC World Service's Weekend,Alexander's funny songs - some topical, others timeless - have not only tickled national and international radio audiences, but have also acquired a formidable following through performances and recordings by the likes of Kit & The Widow, 4 Poofs and a Piano, and dozens of West End stars. He will be joined on stage by West End leading ladies Julie Atherton (Sister Act, Mamma Mia!) and Cassidy Janson (Avenue Q, Wicked)

ZOE LYONS

Thursday 5 September at 8pm

£12.50/£15

Zoe took her first steps down the comedy path in 2003 after training as an actress at the Poor School in London. She went on to win the Funny Women competition in 2004 and her debut Edinburgh show was nominated for the If comedy newcomer award. In 2008 she won the Dave funniest joke of the fringe award.

THE POLITICAL PARTY WITH MATT FORDE AND SPECIAL GUESTS

Wednesday 25 September, 23 October, 27 November at 8pm

£10/£15

Matt Forde (talkSPORT & BBC Radio 4) hosts a comedy night combining topical stand-up and a big interview with a political heavyweight.

An unashamed political fan, Matt had a career in politics before becoming a stand-up comedian, radio presenter and writer. As well as hosting his own show on talkSPORT he has appeared on The Now Show and The News Quiz. He also writes for 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Stand Up For The Week and Russell Howard's Good News.

Previous guests have included Nigel Farage, Lembit Opik, Jack Straw, CharLes Clarke and George Galloway.

VIN'S NIGHT IN

Friday 30 August, Friday 20 September, Friday 22 November at 8pm

Pay on exit what you think the show is worth

Vin's cosy midweek nights in have gone right upmarket and become Vin's FRIDAY Night In at the St James.

It seems fitting that we start the weekend with a bang and have got the most incredible gaggle of up 'n' coming artists to entertain you while you sip on a cocktail and nibble at a jelly baby.

Of course we have the usual novelty nibbles, drawing competition and stylish prizes! So bob on your cheesecloth blouse, stick a flower in your hair and come to St. James for a lovely night in with Vin.

All shows run at the St. James Studio, 12 Palace Street, London SW1E 5JA. Box Office: 0844 264 2140 or www.stjamestheatre.co.uk. (No additional fees are charged when booking tickets at the St. James Theatre box office or online)

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