Big Deal Wednesday - New Act Night · Cambridge · Sep 2, 2026

New Act Night Presented by Big Deal Comedy • Hosted by Aaron Jay Discover the comedians you'll be talking about next Fancy being able to say “I saw them before they were famous”? Big Deal Comedy’s New Act Night is your chance to discover the next generation of comedians as they take to the stage for some of their very first gigs. Expect big laughs, wild ideas, unexpected moments and plenty of surprises as a hand-picked line-up of brand new and early career comedians try out their material in front of a live audience. Some will absolutely smash it. Some might spectacularly crash and burn. That’s the fun. And with comedian Aaron Jay keeping things moving, you can expect a brilliant night of comedy in its rawest, most unpredictable form. Fresh comedians. Fresh material. Fresh disasters. Whether you're a comedy regular looking for something different, or just want a fun night out with a few drinks and a lot of laughs, New Act Night is the perfect place to discover your next favourite comedian. Come along, grab a drink, settle in and get in early on the next big thing in comedy. About Your Host – Aaron Jay Aaron Jay has been making audiences laugh up and down the country for the past few years, with performances across the UK and Europe. He's a regular contributor to BBC Local Radio and has written for the BBC New Comedy Show. Aaron was also a finalist in the Bath New Comedian of the Year competition. "Hilariously inventive." — Three Weeks Guide"A great spot." — Laughing Horse"A lovely laid back style." — Wivenhoe Funny Farm  Come and see what the next generation of comedians have got. You might just discover a star before everyone else does. Venue Town & Gown Theatre, Cambridge City CentreThe venue offers an intimate theatre experience, ensuring every seat feels close to the action. Offering shuffle board and pre theatre dining, along with a DJ to really finish the night off right. Arrive early to grab a drink from the bar before the show begins. (Please note that line-ups are subject to change should circumstances beyond our control require it.) Pre Theatre Dining package available - Click here to book  Event timings 5.30pm - if enjoying Pre theatre dining, we suggest a 5.30pm arrival time 7pm - Theatre bar opens for drinks 7.15pm - Theatre opens, take your seats 7.30pm - Show time   Check out our other shows!