Funny Things can Happen in a Dark Basement April

Our Four Horsemen shows feature 6 of the best hand picked acts bringing you a wide ranging variety of comedy where no topic is off the table!

We're a warm and welcoming club, you're not going to get roasted by the acts so we're a great place to get your first experience of live comedy, or for seasoned comedy lovers to find a new favourite act.

Michael Bilham - Michael is a deadpan comedian with a skewed outlook on life. A father of twins, Michael is always happy to get out of the house and see some other adults for a change.

Alex Toye - Alex is an emerging comedy talent from the Isle of Wight. Consistently hilarious and refreshingly unique, his signature dry wit and razor-sharp one-liners have been leaving audiences in stitches. His sets full of clever, quick-fire jokes are always a highlight of the night.

Baron Fortitude - Victorian Rapper, Baron Fortitude, is here to teach you why 19th century life was superior to Modernity, via the medium of hip-hop. 

Carefully enunciated and frightfully witty lyrics about the Victorian era, atop a mixture of vintage jazz samples and fresh beats, are interspersed with stand-up and historical facts.

Winner - Chichester Fringe New act of the year 2024,
Finalist - Musical Comedy Awards 2024, Hampshire comedian of the year 2024.

As seen on Channel 5.

Polly Proud - Polly’s growing reputation as a talented performer has seen her grace various stages across the Isle of Wight, where she continues to refine her craft and entertain audiences with her unique comedic voice.

Her comedy blends clever one-liners with hilarious anecdotes, offering a fresh perspective on everyday situations. Polly’s natural storytelling ability and relatable style allow her to effortlessly connect with her audience, leaving them laughing throughout her sets. A true talent on the rise, Polly Proud is one to watch.

Toby Brown - a rising force in the comedy scene and the co-founder of Ballyrags Comedy Club, where he also serves as its lively host.  After successfully launching the club’s first show in April 2024, Toby has now taken his passion for humour to the stage with his own stand up performances.

As a performer, Toby brings an effortless charm to the stage, combining observational humour with sharp wit and a knack for engaging with audiences.

Des Grant - A newcomer to the comedy scene, Des is trading the big city atmosphere of Lymington for a night in Bournemouth. Let's make sure he has a great evening!

6 exceptional acts and fantastic drinks bargains combine to create an excellent night's entertainment.

18+ - we reserve the right to refuse entry and ask patrons to leave if they're disruptive - so behave!