Sat 28th Mar 2026 at 7:30pm ends 10:00pm
Yr Hen Lyfrgell Porth, Pontypridd Road, Porth, UK - Map
Stand-Up Comedy
Drew Taylor presents:
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TweetClwb Comedy is back at the Old Library, Porth for our March show; and what a show we have for you!
Joining us this month are:
Charmian Hughes
Charmian started out her working life in Advertising- but after her triumphant thrush remedy slogan ‘When your c**t can’t, C*n*stan can’ offended the client instead of delighting them, she found herself catapulted into the world of stand-up comedy.
A fun start in Clowning under French Maestro Philippe Gauliere did not satisfy her gift of the gab, but gave her the ridiculous stage presence she exudes today.
Charmian has travelled the world with her stand up ! In Spring 2023 she was nominated Best Comedy Show at the Nelson Fringe Festival in New Zealand.
She’s played (and been paid!) at:
The Comedy Store, Bearcat, Banana,Bill Murray, Glee, Agraman gigs, Kill For A Seat, Up The Creek, Tunnel Club, Stand Up Club, Pull The Other One, EDT Comedy, My Comedy, Red Imp, Bring Your Own Baby, After Mirth, Comedy Hotspot, Fat Fish, Hooma, Bath Comedy Festival (GALA MC), Mirth Control, Jesterlaffs, Laughing Bishops, Laughing in Braughing, Electric Mouse, Bath Comedy Club, Neil Brodie, Mark Makin, Kai / shaft OF wit, WCB Comedy, Hungerford Comedy Clubs, Gag House Comedy Clubs, Poodle Club and many many more. Regular MC for Downstairs at The Kings Head main Saturday night show.
Regular MC over the years at Glastonbury Festival for Cabaret, Theatre and Maverick Tents.
10 Edfringes, 5 New Zealand fringe festivals, (nominated 2023) 4 Buxtons (nominated Best Comedy twice) Scilly Laughs, Shaftsbury, Manchester’s Funny Women, Dublin Comedy Festival and Guernsey Speedboat Festival.
Melbourne Comedy Festival 2018 and 2019. Adelaide Festival 2024.
and...
Ashley Frieze
Armed with a guitar and a smart lyrical set, he had everyone in tears of laughter throughout, Visit Milton Keynes.
Prepare to be enthralled by the comedic brilliance of Ashley Frieze, a true master of his craft, Jongleurs
Ashley Frieze has been performing on the UK comedy circuit since 2003. He's a warm, quick-witted MC, and a barnstorming featured act. His particular brand of comic songs, and music-infused stand-up has something for every audience, spanning many genres from Jazz through to Coldplay.
He's fun, intelligent, and playfully-naughty.
Ashley Frieze brought his unique blend of musical comedy, seamlessly weaving sharp observations with brilliantly crafted songs. Whether riffing on everyday life or playing a re-worked guitar classic by Craig David, his performance had the perfect mix of charm and chaos, keeping the crowd laughing throughout.Orange Top Comedy
plus support acts.
Hosted by Phil Cooper
Age Restrictions:
14+
Venue opens at:
7:00pm
Venue closes at:
10:30pm
Wheelchair accessible
Travel & Parking:
Free parking at car parks in front of and behind the venue. Short walk to Porth Transport Hub and Train Station. Bus stops very near the venue also.
Another great night can t wait for the next one
Review left at 10:50am on Sun 8th Feb 2026
Love the venue. Comedians were great as was the compare and the audience were the stars of the show 🤣
Review left at 2:09pm on Tue 3rd Feb 2026
Another excellant night
Review left at 10:03pm on Sun 1st Feb 2026
Another fantastic night at porth library comedy night! Acts and compare were all fantastic, and venue was fab. Fantastic value for money and right on our doorstep. ..will definitely be returning.
Review left at 6:18pm on Sun 1st Feb 2026
Invaluable advice. Great insights into progression & becoming more professional. Drew & Phil are fonts of knowledge. Advice on CV writing & gig applications. Don't hesitate book now
Review left at 12:16am on Wed 17th Dec 2025
Fantastic course I highly recommend
Review left at 1:11pm on Wed 10th Dec 2025