2011 Finals - T0252981171The one and only Arthur Smith returns to the Barbican to host the 28th New Act of the Year Finals, presenting the very best comedy talent in this celebrated industry showcase. An evening bursting with hilarious routines and original material from the cream of crop, following in the legendary footsteps of previous finalists Harry Hill, Russell Brand and Catherine Tate. Age guidance 16+ | |
| 19 Mar 11 | Barbican Centre, West End :: V371 listing details L0187716356 |
Grand Final 2009 - T1176991961Comedy’s favourite grumpy old man Arthur Smith hosts the celebrated annual Hackney Empire New Act of the Year Finals. Since its inception 28 Years ago, the show has unleashed the sharpest, wittiest and most inventive new comics on to the grand Hackney Empire stage and then on to rock’n’roll comedy stardom: The competition showcases the cream of new comedy talent, letting you see the stars of the future! Russell Brand, Catherine Tate, Gina Yashere, David Baddiel, Matt Lucas, Alan Davies, Ardal O’Hanlon and Ronnie Ancona, are just some of the names who have appeared in previous finals of New Act of the Year.Producer Claire Muldoon (creative). Director Roland Muldoon. Performer Ahir Shah. Performer Colin Owens. Performer Craig Murray. Performer David James. Performer Fergus Craig. Performer Gary Colman. Performer Grainne Maguire. Performer The Moonfish Rumbra. Performer Jason patterson. Performer Jim Park. Performer Jon Kudlick. Performer Lady Garden (Sketch Group). Performer Piff the Magic Dragon. Performer Ross Ashcroft. Performer Rowan (Ro Campbell). Performer Seann Walsh. Performer Arthur Smith (host). | |
| 17 Jan 09 | Hackney Empire, Outer London :: V309 listing details L46398264 |
2008 Final - T01846321604 | |
| 2 Feb 08 | Hackney Empire, Outer London :: V309 listing details L1101545223 |
2006 - T1845739823Performer Arthur Smith (host). | |
| 18 Feb 06 | Hackney Empire, Outer London :: V309 listing details L691568806 |
2004 - T01199158338See the comedians of the future, following in the footsteps of [Alan Davies], [Ronnie Ancona], [Alistair McGowan], [Ardal O'Hanlon], [Tim Vine], [David Baddiel], [Linda Smith], [Junior Simpson], [Ed Byrne]...as they make their debuts on the stage of the Hackney Empire.Performer Arthur Smith (host). | |
| 28 Feb 04 | Hackney Empire, Outer London :: V309 listing details L1147703056 |
