Leading arts and entertainment organisation Komedia opened its second venue in Bath in November 2008 at the old Beau Nash Cinema, in the heart of the city.
Komedia Bath is the first Komedia-branded venue to launch outside of Brighton, Sussex. Presenting a large and diverse arts and entertainment programme, the unique venue has featured international and national performers, and also played host to a unique range of Komedia-grown resident shows such as the Krater Comedy Club and the Ministry of Burlesque.
Equally adept at programming top-notch comedy, established and breaking music acts, eye-opening cabaret and brand new theatre throughout the year, Komedia’s devotion to booking the best in live entertainment is evident.
Over the years we have welcomed both up-and-coming and well-established bands and musicians including Frank Turner, Benjamin Francis Leftwich, British Sea Power, Noah and the Whale, Henry Rollins, Kate Nash, Dry The River, The Wurzels and Ash, plus stand-up from household names such as Bill Bailey, Steven K Amos, Richard Herring, Russell Howard, Omid Djalili, and Stewart Francis.
Inspired by the European tradition of cabaret theatre where audiences can enjoy a meal while watching a show, Komedia Bath has won many awards including the Chortle Award for ‘Best Comedy Venue in Wales and the West’ in 2010 and 2012. Komedia is also active on the Edinburgh Fringe, producing venues and promoting its artists and resident shows, and is a producer of broadcast entertainment.
The Komedia Canteen has also gone from strength to strength, and was recently recognised for its commitment to sourcing local produce, winning The Soil Association’s Gold Food for Life catering mark.
