For the first time ever, BBC Radio 1Xtra is hosting a Comedy Gala with Eddie Kadi & Friends, at the Hackney Empire on 13 March 2024. Tickets go on sale on Friday 26th January 2024, 10am.
Personally curated and hosted by BBC 1Xtra presenter and one of the fastest rising names in comedy, Eddie Kadi, the Comedy Gala will be a night full of laughter and a celebration of established names and new voices on the black comedy circuit.
Joining Eddie Kadi on the night will be a line-up of massive headline stars and new wave names who are set to have phenomenal breakout years in 2024 including, Babátúndé Aléshé, Gbemi Oladipo, Kane Brown, Kyrah Gray, Michael Odewale, Ola Labib, Slim and Thanyia Moore.
The event is 18+ and tickets start from £14 (plus booking fees). The show will be available to watch on BBC iPlayer and hear on BBC Sounds from early April.
There will also be live music from Rampage Sound, and the red carpet will be hosted by Joelah Noble.
Eddie Kadi says: “Hackney Empire is the home of Black Comedy and I’m so proud to be hosting the BBC 1Xtra Comedy Gala, showcasing the superstars of our thriving scene alongside the next generation of new wave stars.”
Faron McKenzie, Head of BBC 1Xtra, says: “Hosting the 1Xtra Comedy Gala is an immense honour, and with BBC 1Xtra’s legendary presenter and comedian Eddie Kadi at the helm, we’re ready to celebrate the UK’s most brilliant comic talent. We’re proud to shine a spotlight on rising stars on the scene, and cannot wait to give our audiences an unforgettable night of laughter at the iconic Hackney Empire.”
