Women Aren’t Funny

"All women joke about is periods and bras!"

Well, at Shakespeare North, we love a Period BRAma!  

Get ready for a glorious night of standup comedy in our studio that’s here to prove one undeniable truth: women are in fact hilarious.   

Featuring a stellar lineup of the funniest female and non-binary comedians from across the North West and beyond.  

COMPERE: Kay Nicholson

Kay is a Scouse comedian and actress who burst onto the scene back in 2022 and since then has played all over the UK, and in 2025 was a BBC funny women finalist, after finishing a West End run hosting Magic Mike live.

She has opened for: Jamie Hutchinson, Rob Thomas & most recently opened for legendary comic Tom Stade around the UK on his 2025/2026 tour.

“Kay is one of the best new acts I’ve ever seen, completely relatable material delivered with disarming charisma. She opened for me on tour, I hope I’ll open for her one day” Jamie Hutchinson

“Kay has more potential than any other comic I’ve seen in the last half a decade. She is relentlessly funny and effortlessly endearing, winning over even the toughest audiences like it’s nothing. She has all the talents necessary to go right to the very top” Freddy Quinne

OPEN: Rheanon Lee

TBC

MIDDLE: Rhi Adams

Rhi Adams is a Southport born; Liverpool based comedian. Growing up, Rhi loved making her family and friends laugh and decided it was time to bring that to the stage!

From joking about life problems to daddy issues – nothing is off limits!

HEADLINER – Katie Tracey

Katie Tracey is a rising star in the UK comedy scene, known for her sharp wit and engaging stage presence. She made her stand-up debut over a decade ago at Hot Water Comedy Club in Liverpool, one of the biggest comedy venues in the country, and has since evolved into a seasoned performer, now headlining shows at the very place where her journey began. Kate’s comedy is a clever blend of relatable anecdotes and bold humour, delivered with a natural confidence that keeps audiences hooked. Her growth from a first-time performer to a headline act is a testament to her talent, making her a must-see comedian on the circuit.