Sat 6th Jun 2026 at 7:30pm ends 8:30pm
East Hastings Sea Angling Association and Social Club, Hastings, UK - Map
Hastings Comedy Festival 2026 presents:
Karl Porter: And What?
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TweetKarl Porter is a Manchester-based comedian, who went viral for his iconic slow-motion goal celebration. Known for his physical comedy and sharp observational humour, Karl brings high-energy storytelling inspired by football culture, everyday life, and modern British absurdities. His natural charisma and crowd-pleasing style make him a standout both online and on stage.
Karl was the winner of the King-Gong at The Comedy Store, Up-the-Creek Comedy competition in London, and the recipient of two awards at the 2024 North West Comedy Awards for Social Media Act and Breakthrough Act of the Year.
In 2023, Karl Porter shot to viral fame with his slow motion goal celebration, gaining over 50 Million views on his Instagram page alone. Following this, Karl appeared on BBC News, TalkSport, ESPN, New Zealand Breakfast, BT Canada, and performed at the launch of EA Sports 2023, opening the show before Rio Ferdinand took to the stage. Lad Bible nominated Karl as their 2023 “Lad of The Year."
Karl is bringing his live show 'And What?' to Hastings as part of his UK tour.
Age Restrictions:
18+
Wheelchair accessible
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Reviews for previous Hastings Comedy Festival 2026 events
Barry obviously an intelligent comic good at thinking on his feet. This event declared to be a 'workshop' but I didn't see to what end. Maybe trying out new material but lots of audience interaction which was very friendly but pushed things this way and that.
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Review left at 5:31pm on Sat 25th Jun 2022
Paul seemed a bit rusty after the pandemic layoff but he was a very engaging personality, not fazed at all by the small turnout. Good idea having a guest comic for 10 mins mid-set. I enjoy seeing how different comics operate. Paul seemed to enjoy himself, so did we.
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Review left at 5:25pm on Sat 25th Jun 2022
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Review left at 7:33pm on Fri 24th Jun 2022
A very funny show in a great venue, loved it!
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Review left at 12:25pm on Fri 24th Jun 2022
Great value for money, and very FUNNY.
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Review left at 11:10am on Wed 22nd Jun 2022
Really funny. Didn't refer to his weight as a central part of the show- he was funny in his own right.
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Review left at 3:00pm on Tue 21st Jun 2022