“A joy to watch; a talented, all-female cast, clearly at home with devising and their own sense of playfulness and utter ‘Idiot-ness’ – taken seriously, as it should be”
“Their joy is infectious, their abilities undeniable… intimate, original, vital”
Join Haste Theatre for an evening of delight and raucous entertainment. Blast away those wintery blues with some mind-blowing variety including stand-up, hilarious clowning and a slice of character comedy thrown in for your delight.
This is multi-award winning Haste Theatre's fourth variety night at SSP and they can't wait to bring more incredible acts back to the stage. With an impressive line-up to tickle your tastebuds, you will be served some clowning, stand-up and drag acts. Expect flair, mayhem and a night you won't forget. All hosted by the gals of Haste, who will invite you in to their rambunctious world of physical theatre.
Confirmed acts:
Helen Duff
Helen Duff is an award winning comedian, actor and voice over artist, seen and heard on Radio 4, BBC III and BBC 2's The Mash Report. Writing for theatre includes the Fringe First nominated 'Vanity Bites Back' and critically acclaimed 'Come With Me', which toured the UK, Europe and Australia.
Ophelia Payne
A Draggy Old Christmas time!!!! Feeling festive? No? Well Ophelia is feeling festive enough for us all. Expect some Christmas cheer, a few laughs and some Christmas Bangers. Get your tinsel out and shake it about because Ophelia is coming to town.
Serena Flynn
Serena Flynn is a graduate of L’Ecole Jacques Lecoq with a background in Anthropology. Flynn makes clown, bouffon and comedic physical work that is interested in gender, power & identity (but funny lol omg don't take it so seriously).
Will Robbins
Recently seen on Dave, Will is taking the stand up and sketch comedy world by storm. Somerset born, London based stand up comedian, Will is busy gigging up and down the country, making people lol.
Iain Gibbons
Iain Gibbons is an adult who has been living for a number of years. Iain can regularly be found breathing, thinking and ingesting. To describe Iain in a few short sentences is futile. Recently Iain has been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Ella the Great
Ella The Great presents.. Richard Melanin The Third, an all-mighty king and gentle Clown, tip-toeing from the circus ring into exquisite drag king territory. Inviting audiences into a world of possibilities, where no two encounters are the same.”It’s magique”
Specialising in playful subversive acts “Ella The Great” can be found across the Cabaret /Circus Circuit, with all knowing naivety as "Babushka " and as the enchanting “Richard Melanin The Third”!!! With Quick wit and lasting charm!!!
Performance Info:
Dates: Monday 13th December 2021
Times: Doors, 7pm Show, 7.30pm
Age Guidance: 16+
Duration: 2 hours plus interval
Please e-mail us ahead of the show to ensure we are aware of and can facilitate any access needs.
Please note audiences are required to wear a face covering whilst watching shows in the auditorium unless eating/drinking or exempt. For more information on how we’re keeping things safe in our venue, click below.