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LGBTQ+ Comedy Night James Barr & Friends
- Welcome drink
- Gift Bag
- Night of hilarious comedy
The line-up who you'll see
Joe Sutherland
Joe Sutherland is a comedian, actor and writer with razor-sharp observations and a gloriously dry take on queer life, pop culture and everything in between. He’s appeared on Roast Battle, Hypothetical and The Stand Up Sketch Show, alongside performing extensively on the live comedy circuit. Expect wit, camp and the sort of observations you wish you’d thought of first
@jomodity
James Barr
James Barr is a multi-award-winning comedian, presenter and co-host of the hugely popular LGBTQ+ podcast A Gay and a NonGay. Known for brilliantly candid queer storytelling, James has toured acclaimed stand-up shows across the UK and is also a familiar voice on Hits Radio Breakfast. His comedy is bold, personal and very, very funny — exactly why we wanted him headlining the night.
@jamesbarrcomedy
Kate Martin
Kate Martin is a stand-up comedian and presenter whose high-energy storytelling and razor-sharp observations find the funny in life through a distinctly queer lens. Away from comedy, Kate has a long history of LGBTQ+ advocacy and previously served as Chair of London Friend — making her the perfect person to keep our comedians (and audience) in line for the evening.
@thatkatemartin
Ciara O’Connor
Ciara O’Connor is one of the most exciting emerging voices in queer comedy. Her writing has featured on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, she’s performed at venues including The Clapham Grand and Top Secret Comedy Club, and has supported the likes of Kate Butch, Juno Birch and Grace Petrie on tour. Smart, brilliantly silly and one to watch.
@ciaraocomedyAbout this Event
Get ready for a night of huge laughs with some of the UK's funniest LGBTQ+ comedians.
Join Friend of Dorothy, in association with Not A Phase, for an evening of stand-up comedy headlined by the brilliant James Barr, with performances from Joe Sutherland, Ciara O'Connor, and hosted by the fantastic Kate Martin.
Not A Phase is a trans-led charity committed to uplifting and improving the lives of trans+ adults through awareness, social projects and funding initiatives. We're proud to be fundraising for Not A Phase to support their vital work.
Whether you come with friends or on your own, this is a chance to switch off, laugh until your face hurts, and meet an incredible group of people. Grab a drink, settle in, and enjoy an evening celebrating queer comedy, community and connection, before sticking around afterwards to mingle with the comedians and fellow guests.
Date - 17th September
Doors - 7pm - Welcome drink & Gift bag on arrival
Location - The Ministry, Borough
Your gift bag handed to you at the door
Every ticket comes with a bag of Friend of Dorothy products and partner gifts. Not samples — full size.
- 2x FOD Products, Water bottle, Pin
Contents vary by event. Bag handed over at check-in, one per ticket.
Book now — £10What it looks like when it actually works
Reels from the last one. No models, no staging.
Bring a friend or two
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Send to a friendMost of our guys showed up solo too
It's the most common worry we hear. Here's how we make sure first-timers leave feeling like they belong.
You won't be the only solo guy
More than 60% of attendees come alone. The room is built for it.
We greet you at the door
Tell us it's your first time and we'll introduce you to people right away.
The activity does the work
You don't have to make small talk from cold.
Leave when you want
Stay for the social or head home early. Both are normal.
What people said after the last one
4.9 / 5 · based on 4,225+ verified reviews
Finally a gay event where I felt seen
I'm 47 and most gay events make me feel ancient. This one had every type of guy — single, coupled, all ages.
— Marcus · Comedy night, JuneMy first gay event ever
Was so nervous to come alone. Within 10 minutes someone introduced themselves at the bar.
— Theo · Comedy night, JuneWorth every penny (which is barely any)
£10 for a line-up that would cost £40 anywhere else, plus a drink and a gift bag.
— Carlos · Comedy night, JuneWhat's on next book before they go
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