The Horsies: Character Comedy Awards Show

An immersive, chaotic awards show full to the brim of character comedians.

Step into the world of the Horsies - a glamorous awards ceremony honouring… well, we’re not quite sure. A comedy show like no other, this night showcases the best in emerging character comedy across London. It’s totally different every time, an immersive cultural experience where anything could happen. Expect iconic red carpet looks, acceptance speeches, dramatic snubbings, celebrity(ish) hosts, musical guests and much, much more.

Hosted by duo Horseplay - Kathy Maniura and Derek Mitchell, between them Sketch Off Winner 2020, So You Think You’re Funny finalist 2021, 2NorthDown New Act semi finalist 2021. 

hilarious ★ ★ ★ ★ (LGBTQ+ review)

witty, fabulous ★ ★ ★ ★ (Phoenix Remix)

Special Guests: 

Siblings - ‘Magical to watch’ (The Guardian)

Ellie BW  - Winner of Sketch Off 2023 

Pastor William Eustice Suckock - Finalist Man Up 2023

Alexander Richmond - Adelaide Fringe Weekly Award for Best Newcomer 2019 

The Horsies team: 

Kathy Maniura 

Derek Mitchell 

Jen Ives 

Rhiannon Shaw 

Aniruddh Ojha 

Ryan Lane

Lorna Rose Treen