The standup Picture Show has been running since January 2012. It was created by Cube volunteer and programmer Marian Lawrence. Marian wanted to set up a night that allowed local stand ups to have a space where they could perform and to show classic comedies that were made for the big screen. Cube volunteers, Alice Matthews and Dave Taylor joined the team. When The Standup Picture Show began, the stand up was open mic, usually 10-12 acts in a night doing 5 minute sets. Popularity grew and the Cube began to attract experienced stand ups. The amount of acts performing each night was reduced to 8 and set times increased. The Standup Picture Show has gone through lots of changes, including a name change, it was previously known as Comedy Combo. The night now hosts 6 comedians each doing longer sets and films chosen to screen now include cult and current releases as well as classics. We also work hard to try and bring the film to life around the building - expect plenty of surprises! https://twitter.com/StandupPicShow
If you interested in performing please contact us via The Standup Picture Show page with your name and contact details; information about previous gigs and the type of material you do; links to your video clips. We book in advance and at times people might be placed on a waiting list due to high demand. Info for performers:
So the Cube is a 107 seat arts space and cinema hosting all sort of events. There is a large stage, spotlight, mic and stand and a regularly sell out audience. We aim to record all shows so performers can have a video to take away with them and at times you will have your name in a printed the Cube programme.
