A Secret Comedy Night

sub-com · Post by **sub-com** » Sun 07 Apr, 2013 1:00 pm

Hi there,my name is Kev and I am involved in the Leeds stand-up comedy scene.Currently, I am in the process of seeking out a 'secret' space in Leeds city centre, in which we may be able to hold a one-off gig.This would be a charity gig, in support of Carers UK (http://www.carersuk.org/).I was wondering if any of you here would happen to know of any hidden spaces within the city centre which may work as a little venue for one night and if so - who I may be able to contact about obtaining access, ensuring safety of the audience and acts etc.I appreciate this may be far fetched - but if anyone thinks they can offer any potential spaces/ideas/advice, please do say!Big thanks,Kev

Phill_dvsn · Post by **Phill_dvsn** » Sun 07 Apr, 2013 2:36 pm

Try these peoplehttp://www.templeworksleeds.com/Not quite city centre, but near enough. They do actively promote their place for art, exhibitions, and any other culture events.

Steve Jones · Post by **Steve Jones** » Sun 07 Apr, 2013 3:39 pm

you might want to try this place as well:http://www.whiteclothgallery.com/They are in the city centre and host quirky one off events already.They also have an excellent bar and food selection.One of my favourite hidden spots.

sub-com · Post by **sub-com** » Sun 07 Apr, 2013 6:57 pm

This is a great start, thanks for your help guys!

WiggyDiggy · Post by **WiggyDiggy** » Mon 08 Apr, 2013 2:45 pm

Just of interest does this OP or anyone else know what is happening with Mr Ben's formerly of Albion Street.As an FYI the club had to close because of the trinity works and the last show I got there was Dec '12.The website hasnt updated in a while...http://www.mrbens-lounge.com/

Tasa · Post by **Tasa** » Mon 08 Apr, 2013 6:21 pm

WiggyDiggy wrote: Just of interest does this OP or anyone else know what is happening with Mr Ben's formerly of Albion Street.As an FYI the club had to close because of the trinity works and the last show I got there was Dec '12.The website hasnt updated in a while...http://www.mrbens-lounge.com/ I walked past the other day and it looks as if it's being converted into a shop along with the other units on that stretch. Certainly there's no sign of it being refurbished as a bar/club.

sub-com · Post by **sub-com** » Mon 08 Apr, 2013 7:24 pm

As far as I'm aware everything it says on the Mr Ben's website is accurate, (apart from the time frame of 'very soon').If you're after comedy nights of a similar calibre in Leeds in the meantime, these two monthly nights are well worth checking out:Pigeon Hole Comedy at The Brudenell Social Club (https://www.facebook.com/PigeonHoleComedy)The Wrong Show upstairs at The Fenton (http://www.howlcomedy.co.uk/)