Stand-ups raise the roof
01 May 2008
London's Comedy Store reverberated with laughter last Monday as a top line-up of performers, including Reginald D Hunter, dished out the gags for Shelter.
The comedy bonanza drew in the crowds who were treated to some rib-tickling star turns from UK and North American stand up talent.
Tiffany Stevenson kicked off the night delivering her bone-dry material on modern life in suburbia with a laconic air. Straight-talking US comic Reginald D Hunter delighted the audience with his acute take on British obsessions with tea and polite ways.
The unique double act that is the Raymond & Mr Timkins Revue brought mayhem to the stage with their hyperactive performance combining intricate wordplay and a plethora of props and sounds.
Also appearing on stage were Mitch Benn, Greg Davies, Phil Nichol and Mette Lisby rounding off a brilliant night of comedy in support of Shelter.
Compere Stephen K Amos heralded the night as 'a lot of fun and really well run'.
'Shelter is a really good cause and I'm glad to be able to help,' he said.
The Stand Up For Shelter benefit raised over £2,500 and the fun doesn't stop there, with further dates planned in June (Manchester) and September (London). Details will be announced in the near future.
For photos of the night, have a look at our Flickr account.
