Chapter gets a taste of Edinburgh Fringe

Award-winning comedienne brings critically acclaimed show to Wales

Housewife Surrealist marked Bridget's seventh consecutive Edinburgh show. Photo: The Guardian

Funny woman Bridget Christie is bringing her award-winning show to the Chapter Arts Centre this month.

Fresh from a successful stint at this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Housewife Surrealist will let audiences into Bridget’s mind as she discusses all things religion.

From recalling her Irish Catholic upbringing to her views on transubstantiation, the comedienne will perform her set on 15 December, complete with a recreation of the Ascension.

Bridget won the Funny Women Best Show Fringe Award 2007 and is a regular panellist on Radio 4’s News Quiz and the Broadcasting House Programme.

Henry Widdicombe, promoter of the event, says, “We approached Bridget to see if she would be interested in bringing her Edinburgh show to Chapter as part of a series of events showcasing what we felt were the best alternative comedy Edinburgh shows around.”

Cardiff’s comedy scene

Henry Widdicombe runs comedy events throughout Wales, and says Cardiff has a very healthy comedy scene if you know where to find it.

“There are a number of interesting promoters working in South Wales who have an eye for what makes events special, helping to establish Wales as an attractive destination to comedians,” he says.

Henry goes on to say, “I approached Chapter to use the theatre space once a month as I feel it is a great space to watch comedy. It can easily seat 120 people whilst maintaining an intimacy that you would lose in a larger venue.”

More laughs at Chapter

What: Asking4It Productions: Butcher by Susan Jickells and Jane Fox 
When: Thursday 8 – Saturday 10 December 
A humorous and surreal exploration of genetic determinism with singing, an original score and live band.

What: On The Edge: Free Folk by Gary Owen 
When: Tuesday 13 December
Since Gary Owen made his debut on the Chapter stage a decade ago, his plays have been performed and acclaimed across the world. Free Folk is a witty take on living in modern rural Britain.

What: Drones Comedy Club
 When: Friday 16 December 
Showcasing the best in new stand-up comedy.