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Upcoming events

Emmanuel Sonubi - Curriculum Vitae
07mei
-20:00
Ixelles|Show, Theatre
This was a Total Sell Out at the Edinburgh Fringe. Emmanuel presents a whistle stop tour through all of his jobs that have led him to become one of the hottest stand-up comics on the circuit in brand new show, Emmanuel Sonubi: Curriculum Vitae. This brand-new show takes us through a hilarious and heartfelt story that explores all the jobs that Emmanuel has had before becoming a comedian and how those experiences helped shape his comedic voice. Recently seen on QI, Alan Davies As Yet Untitled, Apprentice 'You're Fired’ and headlined Live at the Apollo. Both Emmanuel’s 2022 and 2023 shows Emancipated and Curriculum Viate sold out and was a Fringe smash-hit, and this is a show not to miss. The show takes the audience on a hilarious and sometimes poignant journey through a variety of jobs and industries many of which, he was wildly unqualified to do. From working in IT to the doors of London's nightlife, all this while building up an impressive list of Musical Theatre credit. Emmanuel said today, “I am looking forward to getting out to Rotterdam, I promise you’re going to love the show as much as I do performing it. Edinburgh was an absolute blast and I’m humbled to have been nominated twice in a row for the biggest prize in comedy and I cannot wait to share this show with you.” Very special guest : Richard Ruben Richard Ruben is one of the best known franch speaking comedians in Belgium. He's sold out venues such as Forest National, Cirque Royal ,and many more. Now aiming to a new challenge, Richard is starting to perform in English as well, and we are thrilled to have him at The Black Sheep. __________________________________________________________________________ Doors open at 6:30 pm Show starts at 8 pm table reservations: theblacksheep.brussels@gmail.com
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Abi Carter Simpson & Lateef Lovejoy
21mei
-20:00
Ixelles|Show
Abi’s performing career spans over a decade. From comedian to singer, actress to presenter; be it a comedy club, radio, live theatre, TV or on the big screen, she has consistently strived to entertain and make an audience feel at ease. Abi trained at the Guildford School of Acting at 18 years old and graduated with a degree in musical theatre. In her early twenties, Abi appeared in many off West-End productions and finally made her West End Debut in 2016 in a production which also took her on a Number 1 tour of the UK, to Hong Kong and to Singapore. Her next venture was where Abi’s passion for comedy writing and performing began - ‘Newsrevue’ – the world’s longest running comedy shows which has an alumnus of the likes of Sarah Pasco, Alistair McGowan and Bill Bailey. Many of her songs and parodies have been featured in the show over the years and Newsrevue – EdFringe, a show that she was member of in 2017 performing at The Pleasance Beyond. Abi was introduced fully to the stand up comedy world in 2018 and alongside her trusted ukulele for moral support, she hasn’t looked back. She is a regular on the comedy circuit both in London and regionally and has shared the stage with the likes of Stephen K Amon, Romesh Ranganathan and Seann Walsh to name a few. Abi has appeared on BBC1, ITV2 and SKY 1, where she played Cassandra Laggatt-Brown in Agatha Raisin & The Deadly Dance – appearing alongside Ashley Jensen, Matt Horne and Adam Garcia. You can still view this on catch up TV! _______________________ Lateef Lovejoy Lateef is an an extremely gifted entertainer, who made his show business debut as a witty 12 year old on Lateef is an an extremely gifted entertainer, who made his show business debut as a witty 12 year old on ITV’s famous morning gameshow “Mousetrap”. After that experience on the big screen he has never looked back. Not many performers can boast of having exceptional skills in all the main areas of the performing arts, lateef has these multi-faceted skills in abundance! Lateef also has tremendous comedic talent and is one of the most unique and distinctive acts on the comedy circuit, and vastly gaining the reputation of becoming a force to to reckoned with, both on the Black, Mainstream, and International comedy circuits. In 2007 lateef played to sold out shows at the Oude Luxor Theatre in Rotterdam and the Tuschinski Theatre in Amsterdam when he toured Holland and has featured in many of the UK’s top comedy clubs and venues. __________________________________________________________________________ Doors open at 6:30 pm Show starts at 8 pm table reservations: theblacksheep.brussels@gmail.com
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Ric Diez & friends
11juni
-20:00
Ixelles|Show
Ric Diez (@sadmanric), an enigmatic Spanish one-liner comedian, a maestro of the absurd and the dark. With a razor-sharp wit and a penchant for the unconventional, he crafts jokes that probe the depths of the human psyche, leaving audiences in stitches while contemplating life's complexities. He’s the first European recipient of the coveted Golden Ticket on the "Kill Tony" show, and recently made noise at the first Kill Tony Arena Show. Prepare to be both amused and enlightened as he fearlessly navigates the murky waters of the human experience, one punchline at a time.
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Past events

Anuvab Pal
21april
-19:00
Ixelles|Show, Theatre
The New York Times calls Anuvab Pal 'India's Most Intelligent Comedian’. The BBC call him India’s answer to British Wit. As seen and on Amazon Prime, QI and the Big Asian Stand-up (BBC). 'Very clever, very funny’ The Guardian 'One of India's top comedians' ★★★★★EdFestMag
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Alexander Bennett + Andrea Hubert
09april
Ixelles|Theatre
Alexander Bennett has been taking the UK circuit by storm in the past couple of years. He will perform in Brussels for the first time, together with Andrea Hubert. Alexander Bennett’s comedy has been variously described as dark, silly, filthy and thoughtful. He has filmed several stand up specials, created the cult hit comedy game show Hell To Play and recently started his new high-concept podcast Born Yesterday with comedian Andy Barr, which has already had guests including Jordan Gray, Phil Wang and Eshaan Akbar. His 2023 show 'I Can't Stand The Man, Myself' recieved several 5 and 4 star reviews, was shortlisted for the Amused Moose Comedy Award and a joke from it appeared in the Telegraph's Top 10 Funniest Jokes of the Edinburgh Fringe. It will be performed at London's prestigious Soho Theatre in April 2024. He has collaborated with Mark Watson, was nominated at the Leicester Comedy Awards as part of Consignia and co-orchestrated a huge charity event at the Pleasance Grand in Edinburgh called Dan Vs Food, in which a cast of 25+ comedians (including Ed Gamble, Iain Stirling, Nick Helm, Sophie Duker and Ivo Graham) watched a man called Dan eat his lunch. He has recently appeared on Radio 4, Insane in the Men Brain, Shame is Delicious and The Comedian's Comedian podcast. Andrea Hubert Winner of the best debut show at what's on london comedy awards 2016 Winner of the bafta rocliffe new writing award 2013 Andrea Hubert started out on the comedy circuit in late 2009, and within 20 gigs gained second place in a national competition. She’s since performed alongside some of the UK’s best comedians at prestigious comedy clubs all over the UK, been commissioned as a writer for a BBC pilot and was shortlisted for the BAFTA Rocliffe New Writing Forum at the New York Television Festival 2012.  She was dubbed One to Watch in 2012 by London is Funny, for whom she went on to write a comedy poetry blog in 2012.  In 2013, Andrea and her writing partner Ryan Cull won the prestigious BAFTA Rocliffe New Writing Forum competition, beating over 500 other entrants. In 2015, Andrea took part in a spoof music video of Taylor Swift's Bad Blood, parodying the notion of tax on female toiletries. In 2016, Andrea took her debut show 'Week' to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. In 2022 Andrea featured in the Channel 4 online series Jokes Only A … Can Tell which is out later this year. __________________________________________________________________________ Doors open at 7 pm Show starts at 8 pm 
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Edo Berger & Raul Kohli
12maart
-20:00
Ixelles|Show, Theatre
Raul Kohli Raul has fast become one of the most captivating Asian acts on the UK comedy circuit. As one of the few Asians to have grown up in the far North East of England (Newcastle) he’s blessed with a worldview that upends ethnicity, culture and class. Kohli combines ‘Superb political comedy’ (The Scotsman) with surreal storytelling. His debut Edinburgh Fringe show in 2016: Newcastle Brown Male was one of BBC Radio 4, Huffington Post & the Skinny’s top picks, while his most recent: 'All My Heroes Are Dead, in Jail or Touched Up Your Nan' was nominated for Best Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival. Raul won Hackney Empires New Act of The Year following in the footsteps of Stewart Lee, Lee Mack and Ardal O’Hanlon and now appears regularly at some of the biggest comedy clubs around the World. ‘Funny, Moving, Powerful’ - Mile Reiss (Writer/Producer - The Simpsons) "A powerful, passionate, open-minded, intelligent voice. It is superb political comedy and commentary” The Scotsman “A Powerhouse” Steve Bennet, Chortle ‘Inspiringly Intelligent’ Paul Sinha Edo Berger Edo won several Dutch comedy festivals before expanding to performing in English. His performances have brought him to Moscow, Budapest, Oslo, Edinburgh and Tokyo, among others. Edo tends to chase any idea that comes into his head like a puppy behind a firetruck. As a result, he built a museum out of cardboard for a Spanish village, scored a summer hit called 'Girls with Ice Cream' and spent six weeks creating a deepfake of famous film scenes for his sister's wedding. He worked as a journalist and presenter for several youth shows on radio and TV. For the Dutch radio station 3FM he made items in Latvia and South Africa and for the public broadcaster NCRV he kept a videoblog of his experiences as a volunteer in an orphanage in Nepal. In 2013, he created the documentary Dictator van de Comedy, on the comedian’s love for anecdotes about horrible comedy gigs. __________________________________________________________________________ Doors open at 6:30pm Show starts at 8pm book your table : theblacksheep.brussels@gmail.com
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English Comedy Night
13februari
-20:00
Ixelles|Show
Andrea Hubert Winner of the best debut show at what's on london comedy awards 2016 Winner of the bafta rocliffe new writing award 2013 Andrea Hubert started out on the comedy circuit in late 2009, and within 20 gigs gained second place in a national competition. She’s since performed alongside some of the UK’s best comedians at prestigious comedy clubs all over the UK, been commissioned as a writer for a BBC pilot and was shortlisted for the BAFTA Rocliffe New Writing Forum at the New York Television Festival 2012. She was dubbed One to Watch in 2012 by London is Funny, for whom she went on to write a comedy poetry blog in 2012. In 2013, Andrea and her writing partner Ryan Cull won the prestigious BAFTA Rocliffe New Writing Forum competition, beating over 500 other entrants. In 2015, Andrea took part in a spoof music video of Taylor Swift's Bad Blood, parodying the notion of tax on female toiletries. In 2016, Andrea took her debut show 'Week' to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. In 2022 Andrea featured in the Channel 4 online series Jokes Only A … Can Tell which is out later this year. Omar Badawy So you think you’re funny winner 2021 Chortle student comedy award finalist 2021 Originally from Egypt, Omar started stand up in 2019 and, in his first year (+global pandemic), went on to win the prestigious 'So You Think You're Funny' award at the Edinburgh Fringe. He talks about his encounters with strange school friends, football fans and EDL-badge-wearing bouncers, providing unique insight from a childhood moving from Egypt to Wales to Cambridge. "Omar Badawy […] is already a consummate pro. He discusses the Muslim stereotypes he had to deal with on moving from Egypt to Wales with originality and dry wit. The slick routine boasts distinctive jokes and is delivered with a winning poise and calmness." – Steve Bennett, Chortle. __________________________________________________________________________ Doors open at 6:30pm Show starts at 8pm
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Nathan Caton + guest Zach Mama
05december 2023
-20:00
Ixelles|Show
Nathan Caton is back in Brussels! Award-Winning Comedian, Actor, Writer, Podcaster, Presenter As seen on Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week, Russell Howard’s Good News, BBC R4’s Can’t Tell Nathan Caton Nothing… ‘More than material, presentation is Caton’s strongest suit and he’s confident, charismatic and upbeat.’ – Chortle ‘He specialises in laidback, on-the-nose material, chopping down fools of all colours, both in day-to-day life and in the media’ – Guardian Nathan Caton has been active on the UK comedy circuit since the tender age of 19. He excels in combining both personal, confessional material with up-to-date social and political anecdotes. This has won him numerous credits and plaudits over the years and has made him one of the hottest stars and established headliners on the circuit. Special guest : Zach Mama Winner of the 2022 Honolulu Stand Up Tournament and voted "Best Of The Fest" at the 2023 Rubber City Comedy Festival in Akron, Ohio
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André de Freitas + guest Ric Diez
07november 2023
-20:00
Ixelles|Show
André is a stand up comedian, writer & actor who made Portuguese history by being the first Portuguese comedian to perform in a fully English billed stand up show at the Edinburgh festival as well as the Los Angeles comedy store. Currently residing in London, as a stand up comedian André is a regular figure at some of the best clubs like THE TOP SECRET COMEDY CLUB, THE STAND, GLEE, BACKYARD COMEDY CLUB, ANGEL COMEDY CLUB, among many others. André’s cv includes tour support Portuguese star Rui Sinel de Cordes on his 2017 sold out tour around Portugal and in London has performed alongside many of biggest comedians in the UK (Jack Whitehall, Russell Howard, Ed Byrne, Josh Widdicombe, etc). He has also opened for US comic Tom Rhodes and Most recently he opened for Jim Gaffigan on “Pale Tourist tour” as well as for Russell Peters. Ric Diez Ric Diez, an enigmatic Spanish one-liner comedian, a maestro of the absurd and the dark. With a razor-sharp wit and a penchant for the unconventional, he crafts jokes that probe the depths of the human psyche, leaving audiences in stitches while contemplating life's complexities. He is recently became the first European recipient of the coveted Golden Ticket on the "Kill Tony" show, and has staked his claim as a rising star in comedy's avant-garde. Prepare to be both amused and enlightened as he fearlessly navigates the murky waters of the human experience, one punchline at a time. _______________________ Doors open at 6:30 pm Show starts at 8 pm table bookings : theblacksheep.brussels@gmail.com
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English Comedy Night
24oktober 2023
-20:00
Ixelles|Show
Stephen Carlin As seen on BBC’s “Comedy Underground” and Comedy Central’s “Alternative Comedy Experience”, Stephen Carlin has gained critical acclaim and a growing fan base with his original, insightful material and his accomplished delivery. He is increasingly expanding his following on the international comedy scene performing this year across Asia and Europe. Chosen as one of Stewart Lee’s “Ten Best Stand Up Comedians Ever” Carlin has supported Stewart Lee, Stephen Merchant & Tom Stade on their British tours. Stephen is an experienced writer and has written for many BBC Shows including the Now Show and the Newsquiz. He is the author of a Comedy Blog, which hilariously exposes the many facets of a life lived in comedy. Press “This is laconic laced with Red Bull, material so thoughtful you would put your house on (him) reinventing the knock knock joke... announcing the arrival of a new comedy original.” Herald One of the most inventive stand-ups on the Fringe..... knowingly cynical and hilarious ... delightfully deadpan Scot " Chortle “If this man isn’t a household name in five years time, the world is even more lacking in justice than we could have feared.” Scotsman “A cult favourite among fans of the sharper end of stand-up” Guardian “One of the most distinctive, and funniest… comedians in Britain” Chortle Diederik Zuurmond Don't be fooled by his name: Diederik Zuurmond hails from England, and his comedy bears the unmistakable influence of his British background. Diederik's style is characterized by razor-sharp observations that never miss their mark. Moreover, he takes his performances to the next level with his dynamic physicality on stage. In 2023, Diederik won the first edition of the English Comedy Talent Award, capturing both the judge's and audience's prize. He was recognized by the judge for his self-deprecating jokes, which serve as a testament to his sharp comedic mind, effortlessly interweaving personal experiences into side-splitting anecdotes.To put it simply, Diederik Zuurmond is a comedic talent that you definitely don't want to miss! _______________________ Doors open at 6:30 pm Show starts at 8 pm table bookings : theblacksheep.brussels@gmail.com
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English Comedy Night w/ Rory O'Hanlon & Michael Jäger
05september 2023
-20:00
Ixelles|Show
Rory O'Hanlon Rory O’Hanlon is a Dublin based stand up comedian who observational syle of of comedy has made him a instant hit with crowds up and down the country. Rory plays and MC’s every venue in ireland from the world famous Comedy Cellar ,the International Comedy Club The Laughter Lounge, the Empire Belfast to City Limits in Cork, while also becoming a firm favourite across the water in the legendary stand venues in both Glasgow and Edinburgh where he has played at the best of irish at the edinburgh fringe for the last years. Rory is making a great reputation as one of the hardest working comedians on the circuit. He is a regular at our shows in Brussels, and a must see act. “entertaining and assured closer “chortle “amusing and charming man” 3 weeks Michael Jäger Michael is one of the top breakout stars on continental Europe and is taking comedy clubs by storm with his quick-witted quirky humour that leaves audiences giggling all the way home. He used to be boat captain for tourists in Amsterdam and is legendary for incorporating comedy into his tours. He is a German born, Amsterdam based Comedian, Storyteller and Producer. Michael studied Psychology and Economics. After studying Economics he despised business people. After studying Psychology he despised all people. And after starting comedy he fell in love with people. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Doors open at 6 pm Show starts at 8 pm table bookings : theblacksheep.brussels@gmail.com
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English Comedy Night
08augustus 2023
-20:00
Ixelles|Show
Adam Fields Amsterdam based British comedian Adam Fields is an international funny man who has charmed audiences in numerous countries from Norway to South Africa, and from the USA to Indonesia. A lively and visual comic with well-crafted routines that consistently induce hard and fast laughter. His style has been described as a curious mix of sophisticated English and neurotic Jew, with a dash of ‘Crazy Dutch’. Adam has been a professional standup since 1998 and is a regular headline comedian on the European circuit. He has had successful runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and regularly supports some of the biggest names in standup comedy including Russell Peters, Jack Dee, Marc Maron and Jim Gaffigan. Fedor Ikelaar Fedor is a born and raised Dutchie, who always felt a bit out of place in the Netherlands. After years of moving from one country to another he finally ended up in Nepal...where he felt even more out of place. Surrounded by spiritual Nepalese, occasional opium dealers, forgotten hippies and millennials trying to find themselves, he lost himself more and more but remained captivated by the madness of it all. Stand-up comedy turned out to be the best outlet for this constant cultural amazement. For the past years he has been performing across the globe from Cape Town to Calcutta. Stitching together his world-travelled experience, from growing up in both the Netherlands and France to traveling the world and ending up high in the Himalayas. With his unique perspective he manages to make his fumbling abroad in exotic places highly relatable and enjoyable. Fedor has performed in over 30 countries, appeared at a long list of international comedy festivals and was recently featured on the BBC. _______________________ Doors open at 6pm Show starts at 8pm table bookings : theblacksheep.brussels@gmail.com
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English Comedy Night
18juli 2023
-20:00
Ixelles|Show
Edo Berger Edo hails from Amsterdam. Edo eats everything and loves children. His favourite primary colours are red, yellow and blue.Edo Berger won several Dutch comedy festivals before expanding to performing in English. He also does a weekly musical radio column and made a documentary about the comedian’s love for anecdotes about horrible comedy gigs, called Dictator of Comedy Tim Hill Tim Hill is a recovering cynic. A backpacker who settled down to become a dad. A sweet guy with a sting in his tail. But above all, a smartass who loves referring to himself in the third person (he really does). Tim does not approve of people calling him a hipster – meaning he probably is one – and sees the world as a meaningless yet endlessly fascinating place. Tim is cheap, clean and sustainable and is therefore considered by many to be a viable alternative to fossil fuels. _______________________ Doors open at 6pm Show starts at 8pm table bookings : theblacksheep.brussels@gmail.com
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The Black Sheep, Boondaalsesteenweg 8 Chaussee de Boondael, Ixelles, Brussels-Capital 1050, Belgium