The Comedy Olympics at Aces & Eights Tufnell Park

Four of the best comedians on the circuit battle it out to see which country can lay claim to being he funniest - all decided by audience vote!
Each comedian gets a 12 minute set to impress the audience - whoever is deemed the audience favourite will close teh show with a bonus 5 minute set! Grab a drink, grab a slice, and get ready to cheer on your favorite comedians as they compete for the gold in the world of comedy. 
Acts on the night: EValdas Karosas Lithuania, Muhsin Yesilada Tirkish Cypriot, Shalaka Kurup India, Alvin Liu China, hosted by Luke Nixon Great Britain. 

MUHSIN YESILADA is quickly making a name for himself as one of comedy's brightest new talents. Known for his razor-sharp punchlines and hilarious insights into Turkish Cypriot family life, Muhsin is already a rising star on the UK comedy scene. His comedy credentials include being a Finalist in the Chortle Student Comedy Awards and a Semi-Finalist in the So You Think You’re Funny competition, with nominations for New Act of the Year. Since beginning his stand-up career in 2021, Muhsin’s sketches and podcasts have amassed over 50 million views on Instagram and TikTok.

EVALDAS KAROSAS After rising to prominence in his native Lithuania, Evaldas Karosas moved to the UK where he won multiple competitions and established himself as a unique comic voice. His strong and persuasive style of writing is held up by deft well-timed delivery that keeps the audience constantly guessing on where the next laugh is coming from. Beat The Frog world series 2019 winner , Manford’s new act of the year 2019 finalist, Hilarity bites new act of the year 2019 finalist, Cheshire Cat new act of the year 2019 winner, Multiple Comedy Store Manchester King Gong Winner.

SHALAKA KURUP A rising star, she secured a spot at the prestigious Pleasance Reserve 2023 and claimed the Roast Battle UK Champion 2023 title. Her accolades continue with the West End New Act of the Year 2023, a standout at the Leicester Comedy Festival Circuit Breaker 2023, and a commendable Runner Up at Brighton Komedia New Act 2023. Notably, she clinched the Third Place at the esteemed Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year 2023. With praise for her “impressive arsenal of cool, sardonic stand-up” from Chortle, Shalaka’s natural charm and comedic flair promise an even brighter spotlight ahead.

ALVIN LIU Grew up in China, educated by the English, and influenced by Americans, Alvin Liu started doing comedy in Shanghai and moved to the UK in 2022. Since then he has performed at Top Secret, The Comedy Store and has brought his show to the Edinburgh fringe in 2023.

LUKE NIXON stands out as a Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year Finalist and West End New Act of the Year Finalist. With a winning streak, he clinched the Soho Comedy Revue Winner title. Described by Chortle as possessing “barnstorming energy” and acclaimed by Jenny Eclair for his obviously funny bones, Luke is a force to be reckoned with. As the resident MC for Catastrophe Cabaret, listed among the “Top Comedy Nights in London,” and the Camberwell Comedy Club, Luke’s comedic prowess is in high demand. Endorsed by Mike Gunn, he is a must-book talent. Recently appointed as a judge for the British Podcast Awards 2023, Luke Nixon is making waves both on and off the stage.