Alexandra Palace has today announced it is welcoming some of the UK’s finest stand-up comedians to Comedy On The Terrace, a series of outdoor, socially distanced comedy gigs at one of London’s biggest beer gardens. Comedy On The Terrace will take place at Alexandra Palace on Thursday evenings throughout the rest of the summer starting on 13th August. Tickets are now on sale.
Comedians such as Ed Gamble, Andrew Maxwell, Lou Sanders and Milton Jones will perform quick fire sets of brand new material alongside the best of their current repertoire for audiences against a backdrop of Alexandra Place’s iconic panoramic views of London. Each line-up with feature three different acts and a compere who will host the night.
The first night in the series, Thursday 13 August, will feature Ed Gamble, Annie McGrath, Ahir Shah and Tania Edwards.
Thursday 20 August will feature Andrew Maxwell, Helen Bauer, Michael Akadiri and Elf Lyons.
Thursday 27 August will feature Lou Sanders, Garrett Millerick, Glenn Moore and Julian Deane
Thursday 3 September will feature Milton Jones with further acts to be announced.
Andrew Maxwell says: "It's great to be performing for a live audience again, and what better place than on The Terrace at Ally Pally. Live comedy has taken a huge hit this year and so it's good to find new ways of making it happen, plus I'm looking forward to sharing the stage with three other brilliant acts on the night!"
Alongside the acts, audiences can enjoy street food and a large, well-stocked bar, serving everything from independent craft beers and wine through to cocktails and soft drinks, all of which can be ordered and paid for via an at-table-app.
Earlier this month Alexandra Palace reimagined its south-facing terrace and grounds as one of London’s biggest beer gardens – The Terrace. Covering 1,500 square meters, The Terrace safely offers food, drinks and music from Fridays to Sundays throughout the Summer, making it the perfect spot to enjoy after work drinks, a weekend brunch, or to soak up the sun with a drink in hand.
Simon Fell, director of event operations at Alexandra Palace, says: “It’ll make for a fantastic spectacle, outdoors, with the views over the city. Together with the drive-in cinema, upcoming opera, Nick Cave’s Idiot Prayer, Wireless Connect and the Terrace, it’s another addition to our growing programme of events for everyone to enjoy.”
The health and safety of both customers and team is of the upmost importance, and therefore Alexandra Palace has implemented measures to ensure The Terrace follows strict hygiene protocols and allows for social distancing. Enhanced cleaning has been introduced, along with hand sanitiser units and social distancing measures. The Terrace operates table service only for maximum group bookings of six people with all orders and payments going through an at-table-app ordering system to ensure there is no need for cash or contact with anyone outside of your household.
For further information and to book visit alexandrapalace.com
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Listings:
Alexandra Palace presents Comedy on The Terrace
Every Thursday from 13 August – 03 September, 6 - 10PM Advanced booking is required
Tables can be booked for groups of between 2-6 people Tickets cost £15 per person
With discounts for groups of five or six.
Minimum group size: 2 people
Maximum group size: 6 people
To book: alexandrapalace.com/theterrace
Thursday 13 August
Ed Gamble Annie McGrath Ahir Shah Tania Edwards
Thursday 20 August
Andrew Maxwell Helen Bauer Michael Akadiri Elf Lyons
Thursday 27 August
Lou Sanders Garrett Millerick Glenn Moore Julian Deane
Thursday 3 September
Milton Jones
Support acts to be announced
AGE RESTRICTIONS: All shows will be 18+. A Challenge 25 ID policy will be in place, so if you’re lucky enough to look 25 or under please bring an official form of photo ID.
WEATHER: Shows will take place outdoors rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weather.
TABLE ALLOCATIONS: Tables will be allocated on a first-come-first-served, arrive early to secure the best positions.
SHOW START: Doors open at 6pm and shows will start at 7.30pm sharp and end around 9.15pm. Bars and food will stay open until around 10pm. If you arrive later than 7.30pm you still be admitted, though please arrive early to secure the best tables.
PERFORMANCES: Acts will be performing sets of around 20 – 25 minutes each. Bills are subject to change.
General Terrace FAQs, including our Covid-19 safety measures, can be viewed here.
About Alexandra Palace
Alexandra Park and Palace Charitable Trust is the body responsible for maintaining and repairing the charitable assets of Alexandra Park and Palace as a place of public resort and recreation, forever, by Act of Parliament. The Charity aims to restore the iconic assets to create a successful and sustainable asset for all. For further information about the Park and Palace and the work of the Trust visit www.alexandrapalace.com
Today Alexandra Palace is surrounded by 196 acres of Grade II listed parkland and offers unprecedented views of the city. The multi-award-winning destination maintains its original enterprising spirit by hosting an eclectic mix of live music, sport, cultural and leisure events throughout the year.
