Dick’s Picks returns for its 2nd year. Skilfully curated by Croydon’s favourite funny man Dick Denham and featuring some big names from the UK comedy circuit including Fatiha El-Ghorri, Sharifa Butterfly, James Allerton, CK Nath, James Murphy and the man himself Dick Denham. They will be kept in order by MC Leslie Gold.
Fatiha El-Ghourri
Underneath Fatiha’s colourful hijab is a mind full of cutting observations and engaging witticism of the life and times of a British Muslim woman. She tackles tough subjects like Islamophobia and dating by sharing her own experiences which are funny, thought provoking and honest! As seen on Taskmaster, the Jonathan Ross Show, The Last Leg and many more…
Leslie Gold
Native New Jerseyan-turned-Londoner Leslie Gold is the cool auntie you didn't know you needed. As seen at the Comedy Store, Edinburgh Fringe, and resident MC for Laughter to the Rafters, this year transferring to the Hackney Empire.
Sharifa Butterfly
Born and raised in London, Sharifa has spent her entire adult life working professionally as a Hip Hop dancer. Falling into the societal pressures to get an “adult job” Sharifa is transitioning into a more grown up and sensible career, something to make the grandparents proud – stand up comedy.
Winner of The Comedy Store’s King Gong 2023
Dick Denham
Croydon’s own resident funny man and curator of Dick’s Picks, Dick is a hit with queer and straight crowds and has audiences in stitches with their surreal observations on being genderqueer in a heteronormative world.
James Murphy
Literal comedy giant James Murphy (Winner of the British Comedy Guide Performance Award) offers insights on life as a 6’8” gay man with fiery absurdity.
CK Nath
CK is an award nominated Indian stand-up comedian and voice actor. Her comedy is influenced by her experiences growing up in India and as an immigrant in the UK. West End New Old Act, Finalist, Komedia New Comedy Award and So You Think You're Funny, Semi Finalist
