Sat 6th Jun 2026 at 7:30pm ends 8:30pm
East Hastings Sea Angling Association and Social Club, Hastings, UK - Map
Hastings Comedy Festival 2026 presents:
Karl Porter: And What?
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TweetKarl Porter is a Manchester-based comedian, who went viral for his iconic slow-motion goal celebration. Known for his physical comedy and sharp observational humour, Karl brings high-energy storytelling inspired by football culture, everyday life, and modern British absurdities. His natural charisma and crowd-pleasing style make him a standout both online and on stage.
Karl was the winner of the King-Gong at The Comedy Store, Up-the-Creek Comedy competition in London, and the recipient of two awards at the 2024 North West Comedy Awards for Social Media Act and Breakthrough Act of the Year.
In 2023, Karl Porter shot to viral fame with his slow motion goal celebration, gaining over 50 Million views on his Instagram page alone. Following this, Karl appeared on BBC News, TalkSport, ESPN, New Zealand Breakfast, BT Canada, and performed at the launch of EA Sports 2023, opening the show before Rio Ferdinand took to the stage. Lad Bible nominated Karl as their 2023 “Lad of The Year."
Karl is bringing his live show 'And What?' to Hastings as part of his UK tour.
Age Restrictions:
18+
Wheelchair accessible
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Reviews for previous Hastings Comedy Festival 2026 events
Amusing and dealt with the occasional audience interruption. A good show overall
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Review left at 2:59pm on Tue 21st Jun 2022
Entertaining, but not rib-tickling. He wasn't always convincing in being the character he was playing.
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Review left at 2:58pm on Tue 21st Jun 2022
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Review left at 9:57am on Tue 21st Jun 2022
Great show, but will make your granny blush.
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Review left at 8:12am on Tue 21st Jun 2022
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Review left at 12:06am on Tue 21st Jun 2022
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Review left at 11:29pm on Mon 20th Jun 2022