March is shaping up to be another busy month here at Gag, as we announce new tours, more festival news, brand new podcasts and everything in between!

What’s been happening?

Flat and the Curves were recently invited to take part in a brand campaign for Primark, playing a lively game of Guess Who centred around the store’s newest range of jeans. It was a fantastic opportunity for the girls to reach new audiences and bring their unique charm to a major campaign. Give it a watch here!

Time for another RuPaul’s Drag Race update! Kate Butch has been smashing it recently, winning the girl group challenge and the stand up comedy challenge, winning her two RuPeter Badges. Listen to her space-themed winning verse here and watch her comedy set here. With the final edging closer, we’re all rallying behind Kate to see her emerge victorious!

If you’re enjoying Kate’s journey on Drag Race, why not come and see her live on tour! See all the dates for Choose Your Own Cabaret here.

Tape Face has been swapping Las Vegas for the biggest magic convention in the world, Blackpool Magic Convention! Across 2 shows, 1600 people packed into the theatre to enjoy the silent wonder that is Tape Face. Both shows even received standing ovations, a testament to the way his work continues to captivate audiences worldwide!

Ignacio Lopez kicked off his Nada tour to a sold-out audience at Theatre Ffwrnes, Llanelli! His new show is already proving a hit, blending his trademark humour and sharp observations. With more dates to come, it’s shaping up to be another standout tour.

What’s coming up?

Just announced – Flat and the Curves are heading out on tour this Autumn, with their brand new show Rosé Tinted. Expect a raucous look at life’s disasters and absurdities, delivered with a cheeky wink and ferocious vocals. See all the dates here.

Ben Hart has added new dates to his Remarkable Tour due to popular demand! Catch him in a venue near you this autumn, where audiences can experience his signature blend of sharp storytelling and mind-blowing magic live on stage. Tickets can be found on our website.

Jessie Nixon and Rosco McClelland are heading to the New Zealand International Comedy Festival! They’ll be appearing at all three galas this year, as well as performing their award-winning shows throughout the festival, kicking off in May. A huge moment for them both on one of the world’s leading comedy stages.

We’re incredibly proud of our very own Alex Mitchell for his powerful article, Ableism is alive and well in comedy, published in Chortle. In it, Alex speaks candidly about his experiences of ableism within the industry and challenges readers to reflect on how prejudice still shows up in comedy today. The response has been overwhelmingly positive, with many praising his honesty and the important conversation the piece has sparked. Read the article here.

Continuing the good news, Jessie Nixon has been nominated for the Best Newcomer Award at the Chortle Comedy Awards! A huge achievement and richly deserved recognition of her incredible year. Everyone here at Gag couldn’t be prouder! Voting has now closed, with the winners set to be announced at a ceremony at The Comedy Store in London on 17th March. We’ll be keeping everything crossed for Jessie!

Laser Kiwi are gearing up for an exciting run at the Adelaide Fringe, having recently been announced as 1 of the Top 5 picks for Circus in The Fest! The nod is a brilliant boost ahead of the festival and a reflection of the buzz building around the show. With their unique blend of surreal sketch comedy and world-class circus skills, they’re set to make a serious splash in Adelaide. Find out more about their run before it kicks off on 12 March.

Our brand new section…Behind the Mic!

This month we’re diving into all things podcast, spotlighting the shows created by some of our very own acts. You can find them wherever you get your podcasts:

James Barr – What If People Find Out

A witty and honest look at identity, secrets and modern life, hosted by therapist Kalvin Ryder and comedian James Barr. With special guests, check out the trailer for the show.

Harriet Dyer – Social Moths

Join Harriet Dyer, Lindsey Santoro & Amy Mason for a relatable and witty take on social anxiety and modern life, turning awkward moments into great stories. 

Rosco McClelland – Shooting Ropes

Hosted by Scotland’s standout comedians, Christopher Macarthur-Boyd and Rosco McClelland, Shooting Ropes mixes brilliant guest conversations with close-to-the-bone humour, genuine friendship and a vaguely western theme.

News from Gag HQ 

More news from Blackpool Magic Convention! Some of the team were lucky head across for the weekend, soaking up the shows, lectures and atmosphere. Hannah, Ollie and Lee also got to catch up with our client Cillian O’Connor whilst at the convention, as well as seeing Tape Face in action! 

With the Adelaide Fringe in full swing, our Head of Festivals, Beth, has officially landed in Australia to support the team over the coming weeks as shows from Tape Face, Laser Kiwi, Ben Hart and James Barr open to audiences. We know she’s already smashing it out there, but the office definitely feels a little quieter without her. We can’t wait to have her back and hear all about it!

That’s all for now! Be sure to tune in next month for more news, updates and exciting announcements from Gag Reflex.

Team Gag x