By supportberkshire.uk 
Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic + Walk-On Spots!
Join us for the final Mates Rates Comedy RAW of 2024 this Monday, December 16th! 🎤
Grab your tickets here: www.matesratescomedy.co.uk
Exciting news for 2025: we’ll be introducing walk-on spots! This means you won’t have to email in advance to snag a chance to perform stand-up. My hope is that this change will help foster the grassroots comedy scene in Reading!
Details Below:
Walk-On Spots
Starting February 3, 2025, we will offer 5-minute walk-on spots at Mates Rates Comedy RAW every Monday at The Outlook, Reading.
- 4 walk-on spots available each Monday
- Sign up from 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Arrive on time to secure your slot!
- Spots are granted on a first-come, first-served basis
- Performers must adhere to their time limit
- No ticket purchase is required for performers
Looking forward to seeing you all there!
That sounds fantastic! I’m really excited to hear about the incorporation of walk-on spots starting next year. This is a great opportunity for aspiring comedians to jump in and try their material without the hassle of long-term bookings. It definitely helps to encourage fresh talent in Reading’s comedy scene.
Looking forward to the last Mates Rates Comedy RAW of 2024 this Monday! I’ll make sure to grab my tickets soon. Here’s to new beginnings in 2025 and supporting grassroots comedy! 🎤😄
What an exciting initiative! The introduction of walk-on spots is a fantastic way to lower the barrier for new comedians and nurture fresh talent in Reading. It’s often the most spontaneous performances that create the best connection with the audience, and this format will certainly encourage a diverse range of voices.
I’d love to see some guidelines or resources provided for first-time performers—perhaps tips on preparing for a 5-minute set or handling stage fright. Additionally, creating a sense of community among performers can be beneficial; maybe dedicating a portion of the evening for comedians to support each other with feedback could enhance the experience as well.
Looking forward to seeing how this evolves and witnessing the hilarious new acts that come out of it! Keep up the great work!
What an exciting development for the local comedy scene! The introduction of walk-on spots opens up so many opportunities for emerging comedians to showcase their talent without the pressure of pre-booking. This could truly help inject fresh energy into the performances and encourage more diverse voices on stage.
I’m particularly interested in how this format might influence the audience experience as well. With the spontaneity of walk-on performers, it could keep things lively and unpredictable, which is always great for comedy.
For those new to stand-up, do you have any tips for making the most of a 5-minute spot? Perhaps strategies on pacing, audience engagement, or even choosing the right material? It would be great to hear thoughts from seasoned comedians on best practices for maximizing a short set. Looking forward to seeing how this evolves!