Sat 28th Mar 2026 at 7:30pm ends 10:00pm
Yr Hen Lyfrgell Porth, Pontypridd Road, Porth, UK - Map
Stand-Up Comedy
Drew Taylor presents:
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TweetClwb Comedy is back at the Old Library, Porth for our March show; and what a show we have for you!
Joining us this month are:
Charmian Hughes
Charmian started out her working life in Advertising- but after her triumphant thrush remedy slogan ‘When your c**t can’t, C*n*stan can’ offended the client instead of delighting them, she found herself catapulted into the world of stand-up comedy.
A fun start in Clowning under French Maestro Philippe Gauliere did not satisfy her gift of the gab, but gave her the ridiculous stage presence she exudes today.
Charmian has travelled the world with her stand up ! In Spring 2023 she was nominated Best Comedy Show at the Nelson Fringe Festival in New Zealand.
She’s played (and been paid!) at:
The Comedy Store, Bearcat, Banana,Bill Murray, Glee, Agraman gigs, Kill For A Seat, Up The Creek, Tunnel Club, Stand Up Club, Pull The Other One, EDT Comedy, My Comedy, Red Imp, Bring Your Own Baby, After Mirth, Comedy Hotspot, Fat Fish, Hooma, Bath Comedy Festival (GALA MC), Mirth Control, Jesterlaffs, Laughing Bishops, Laughing in Braughing, Electric Mouse, Bath Comedy Club, Neil Brodie, Mark Makin, Kai / shaft OF wit, WCB Comedy, Hungerford Comedy Clubs, Gag House Comedy Clubs, Poodle Club and many many more. Regular MC for Downstairs at The Kings Head main Saturday night show.
Regular MC over the years at Glastonbury Festival for Cabaret, Theatre and Maverick Tents.
10 Edfringes, 5 New Zealand fringe festivals, (nominated 2023) 4 Buxtons (nominated Best Comedy twice) Scilly Laughs, Shaftsbury, Manchester’s Funny Women, Dublin Comedy Festival and Guernsey Speedboat Festival.
Melbourne Comedy Festival 2018 and 2019. Adelaide Festival 2024.
and...
Ashley Frieze
Armed with a guitar and a smart lyrical set, he had everyone in tears of laughter throughout, Visit Milton Keynes.
Prepare to be enthralled by the comedic brilliance of Ashley Frieze, a true master of his craft, Jongleurs
Ashley Frieze has been performing on the UK comedy circuit since 2003. He's a warm, quick-witted MC, and a barnstorming featured act. His particular brand of comic songs, and music-infused stand-up has something for every audience, spanning many genres from Jazz through to Coldplay.
He's fun, intelligent, and playfully-naughty.
Ashley Frieze brought his unique blend of musical comedy, seamlessly weaving sharp observations with brilliantly crafted songs. Whether riffing on everyday life or playing a re-worked guitar classic by Craig David, his performance had the perfect mix of charm and chaos, keeping the crowd laughing throughout.Orange Top Comedy
plus support acts.
Hosted by Phil Cooper
Age Restrictions:
14+
Venue opens at:
7:00pm
Venue closes at:
10:30pm
Wheelchair accessible
Travel & Parking:
Free parking at car parks in front of and behind the venue. Short walk to Porth Transport Hub and Train Station. Bus stops very near the venue also.
Phil and Drew are both fantastic comedians. This was a great afternoon of comedy, fabulous to be there for the start of some comedy careers. Venue as always was lovely and staff are brilliant. A massive well done to all the new stars and how brilliant to be headlined by the fantastic Daniel Glyn
Review left at 2:28pm on Tue 18th Nov 2025
Great venue fabulous entertainment by all 🎭
Review left at 2:15pm on Tue 18th Nov 2025
It was thoroughly enjoyable as always. We've already recommended this to others . Thanks for planning and running these events. We love them!
Review left at 7:59pm on Mon 17th Nov 2025
Review left at 3:34pm on Mon 17th Nov 2025
I had the best time yesterday supporting my good friend and her peers at their first stand-up gig. The venue was ideal and everyone enjoyed. Would highly recommend.
Review left at 3:30pm on Mon 17th Nov 2025
Brilliant value, great atmosphere and intimate space
Review left at 5:31pm on Sat 25th Oct 2025