{"id":382689,"date":"2025-08-29T14:48:12","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T14:48:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/382689\/"},"modified":"2025-08-29T14:48:12","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T14:48:12","slug":"londons-best-cheap-comedy-nights-according-to-comedian-rory-marshall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/382689\/","title":{"rendered":"London\u2019s Best Cheap Comedy Nights, According To Comedian Rory Marshall"},"content":{"rendered":"

Each year, Time Out surveys thousands of people around the world to generate our annual ranking of the world\u2019s greatest cities<\/a>. For the first time this year, we set out to discover which locations were best rated by Gen Z by asking people under 30 what they thought about their city\u2019s nightlife, food, culture, access to green spaces, and walkability.
The result? Edinburgh was declared the UK\u2019s best city for Gen Z<\/a>, with London coming in at a not-too-shabby second place<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

To mark London\u2019s silver-medal placement, we asked Rory Marshall<\/a>, a comedian who regularly performs in London (and has just finished his sold-out character comedy show Pathetic Little Characters at the Edinburgh Fringe,) to recommend his top four comedy nights in the city where you can chortle the night away for \u00a315 and under. Life in London is spenny enough for the city\u2019s twenty somethings. Here\u2019s how to laugh for less.<\/p>\n

1. Knock2Bag at Moth Club, Hackney\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

What is it? <\/strong>A live comedy night at the golden-hued Hackney Central trade hall, Moth Club, that plays host to packed line-ups full of big names and hot new acts.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Why Rory loves it?<\/strong> It\u2019s the best comedy night in London. You might end up paying a little more for a ticket, but the standard and variety you get means it\u2019s extremely good value. The night verges towards the \u2018alternative\u2019 side of comedy, but there\u2019s always something for everyone, and you get to watch comedy in one of the best spaces available: The Moth Club. The energy is always class and everyone is up for it. These line-ups are full of the top comedians available to mankind.<\/p>\n

Rory\u2019s tip:<\/strong> Get a photo of the gold tassels at the back of the stage to show your Instagram followers that you\u2019ve been spending time engaging in the arts in East London.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Address: <\/strong>Valette St, E9 6NU<\/p>\n

Opening hours:<\/strong> 7pm, every Wednesday.<\/p>\n

Expect to pay:<\/strong> \u00a316\u00a0<\/p>\n

2. Angel Comedy at The Bill Murray, Angel\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

What is it? <\/strong>A comedian-run comedy club in a great London pub dedicated to affordability.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Why Rory loves it:<\/strong> This place has got so much going on every night of the week, with a number of different sittings. There are up-and-coming comedians performing their shows, mixed bill nights and also famous comedians off the actual TV (James Acaster has been doing work-in-progress shows there recently). Shows are usually an hour and tickets are cheap. Some people like to do a couple of shows back to back.<\/p>\n

Rory\u2019s tip:<\/strong> The club also run comedy most nights at The Camden Head up the road, so it\u2019s always worth checking what\u2019s happening there too.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Address:<\/strong> 39 Queens Head St, N1 8NQ<\/p>\n

Opening hours:<\/strong> Shows from 6pm, 8pm and 9.30pm, every night of the week.<\/p>\n

Expect to pay:<\/strong> Free entry up to \u00a35 for bigger names.\u00a0<\/p>\n

3. Pleasance Theatre, Islington\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

What is it?<\/strong> A small fringe theatre intrinsically linked to the Edinburgh Fringe\u00a0<\/p>\n

Why Rory loves it:<\/strong> This is a very exciting venue showcasing comedians who often take shows to the Edinburgh Fringe. Going to the Pleasance to see a work-in-progress show is a great way to consume comedy. It\u2019s like the theatre, but you are laughing all the way through. It\u2019s a lovely space, with a lovely bar \u2013 people should go there.<\/p>\n

Rory\u2019s tip: <\/strong>There\u2019s great stuff throughout the year here, but before the Edinburgh Fringe is an especially exciting time to watch things.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Address: <\/strong>Carpenter’s Mews, North Rd, N7 9EF<\/p>\n

Opening times:<\/strong> Shows usually start from 7pm, but check the programme beforehand.<\/p>\n

Expect to pay:<\/strong> Ticket prices vary between shows, but expect to pay between \u00a310-\u00a315.\u00a0<\/p>\n

4. Always Be Comedy, Kennington\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

What is it:<\/strong> A comedy club based in the Tommyfield pub in south east London with hand-selected bills full of big-name acts, mystery guests, silly games and new talent.<\/p>\n

Why Rory loves it:<\/strong> Like the Bill Murray, this club puts on a combination of work-in-progress shows from very famous and amazing comedians, as well as mixed bill nights with top quality comedians. It\u2019s on every night of the week, and has consistently good bills.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Rory\u2019s tip:<\/strong> This autumn has some especially good line-ups coming up. I\u2019d reccommend the nights with John Kearns and Ayoade Bamgboye.<\/p>\n

Address: <\/strong>185 Kennington Lane, SE11 4EZ<\/p>\n

Opening times:<\/strong> Evening show times vary, check before you book.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Expect to pay:<\/strong> Ticket prices vary, but expect to pay around \u00a310.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Check out Time Out\u2019s full round-up of the best comedy in London<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

After more live shows? Read all about where to see the\u00a0best theatre in London<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n