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Laughter in the Woods with… John Kearns

presented by Comedy Nova


Running time: 2 hours 30, including two 20 minute intervals.

Suitable for ages 16+

charity. comedy. family. live music. opera. play. poetry. storytelling.


Laughter in the Woods - the new comedy club at Thorington Theatre

Join us in the Thorington bomb crater for an explosive night of comedy with John Kearns, John Mann, Louie Green and more. *


John Kearns Laughter in the Woods Thorington Theatre Comedy Nova

Nearly ten years on since he first debuted at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, John is still the only comedian to have ever won the Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Show (Shtick) and Best Newcomer (Sight Gags for Perverts) in the awards forty-year history.


John Kearns restored my faith in comedy
— Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard
There is something quite magical about the world John Kearns creates... exquisite to watch
— Alice Jones, The i
Damn funny... this unique act, exquisite but robust, s more rewarding than any arena stand-up
— Steve Bennett, Chortle

As well as, the fantastic John Kearns, you’ll hear from circuit legend John Mann, and two of comedy’s rising stars.

The whole event is hosted by Suffolk’s own Louie Green.



About John Mann 

Sharp observation and wry wit mingled effortlessly with a gentle and confident rapport ensure this comic is unfailingly funny. Whether he is discussing the senile antics of senior citizens or giving handy hints to aid successful shoplifting, John's gentle and honest delivery makes him one of the most enjoyable comedians on the circuit today.

Complete genius. . . . Brilliant observations
— Johnny Vaughan The Big Breakfast
One of the funniest people I know
— Phil Jupitus
The man is quite simply very very funny
— Nihal Arthanayake - Radio One
Distinctly amusing, engaging and talented
— Malcolm Hay, Time Out

About Louie Green

Louie is a solid and dependable act who audiences really to warm to. His likeable persona is matched by well written material and he is definitely one to watch!
— Comedy Cow
Louie is a clever story teller, delivering his observational jokes in such a friendly laid back manner; you could be forgiven for thinking you were listening to a mate down the pub!
— House of Stand Up
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