Comedy of the week FT Hannah Platt and Manchester’s rising stars

If you’re looking to see the future of the North West’s comedy scene in their extreme infancy, then where better than seeing them sweat through an attempted five-spot at Beat The Frog. The Frog and Bucket has seen scores of famous comedians pass through their gong show on their way to superstardom, so there’s every chance you’ll spot a baby Millican or Lycett at their debut gig.

XS Malarkey reverts back to their regular mixed bill after two months of previews, with Hannah Platt headlining for the first time. One of the city’s best young comics, Platt’s caustic wit and phenomenal writing has been charming comedy lovers for the last few years, and after a stellar debut run at last year’s Fringe, we’re excited to see what she does next.

Further along in their comedy journeys than Monday night’s chum bucket, Creatures Comedy Club presents the best of Manchester’s rising stars on a Sunday night. Bookending nicely with Beat The Frog to end the week with some of the city’s finest new acts, and at just £2 it’s an absolute bargain, especially if you get to see the next big thing.