BackstreetCOMEDY CLUBEST. 2024

HAMMERSMITH · WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS

Small room.
Big laughs.

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Live stand-up comedy at The Cross Keys Pub, Hammersmith, London.

A hidden place in Hammersmith where funny shit happens.

20% off food & drink with your ticket.
Come hungry — the Thai food is incredible.

Wednesday: free / pay what you want.
Friday: £10 + 84p booking fee.
A comedian performing on the Backstreet Comedy Club stage
THE CROSS KEYS PUBHAMMERSMITH, LONDON
TWICE A WEEK for
now
EVERY WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAYTHE CROSS KEYS PUB
LIVE STAND-UP✕40 SEATS✕WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS✕TWO WAYS TO LAUGH

Pick your night.

Wednesday 8–10pm · Doors 7:30pm.
Friday 9–11pm · Doors 8:30pm.

WEDNESDAYS · NEW ACTS & NEW MATERIAL

Wednesday Night Open Mic Comedy

Come and see newer comedians fail while enjoying a drink.

8–10pm · Doors 7:30pm
The Cross Keys · 40 seats

Free audience tickets · Pay what you want at the end

Reserve free audience ticketsorApply to perform

FRIDAYS · YOUR WEEKEND STARTS HERE

Friday Night Pro Comedy

Big laughs in an intimate room. Make a night of it at The Cross Keys.

9–11pm · Doors 8:30pm
The Cross Keys · 40 seats

£10 + 84p booking fee

Choose your Friday

Upcoming shows

THIS IS BACKSTREET

Better in the room.

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Check out the vibe

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

Find us in
Hammersmith.

The Cross Keys Pub

57 Black Lion Lane
Hammersmith, London
W6 9BG
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The Cross Keys Pub · 57 Black Lion Lane, Hammersmith, London W6 9BG

CONTACT US

Got a question?

hello@backstreetcomedyclub.com

01 / GET HERE

A short walk from Stamford Brook.

Come in through the pub and head to the barn at the back.

Free parking outside the pub after 5pm.

02 / FOOD & DRINK

20% off food & drink.

Show your comedy ticket at the bar. Come hungry — the Thai food is incredible.

View the Thai food menu

03 / LIGHTS DOWN

Wednesday 8–10pm.
Friday 9–11pm.

Your ticket confirmation comes from TicketSource. Have it ready when you arrive.

PERFORM WITH US

Your turn
at the mic.

Wednesday Night Open Mic Comedy.
The Cross Keys · 8–10pm · Doors 7:30pm.

Apply for the dates you can make. Your spot is confirmed only when you receive a confirmation email from us.

Your set. On camera.

Everyone’s set is professionally filmed on our Sony FX3 cinema camera. Get footage to share with promoters and use when applying for more gigs.

Your set footage is available for £5 — select the option on the application form.

Please read the performer requirements in the form before applying.

Looking to host a WIP show?

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FOR COMEDIANS

Bring your WIP.
Make it your room.

Enquire about a WIP show

Working on your next show? Our intimate, 40-seat room at The Cross Keys in Hammersmith is available for work-in-progress shows.

A SPLIT IN YOUR FAVOUR

70% for you.
30% for the club.

Bring your WIP (work in progress) to Backstreet with a 70/30 split. No booking fee or cancellation fee. Maximum flexibility, zero fuss.

FILMING INCLUDED

Two angles.
No extra fee.

Our 30% share includes a professional two-camera setup and sound equipment, plus a recording of your show. Filming is free — there’s no additional charge.

Filmed with a Sony FX3 — a Netflix-approved, full-frame 4K cinema camera — and a DJI Pocket 4 Pro, alongside professional sound equipment for clear audio.

Wide filming angle showing the comedian, stage and audience at Backstreet Comedy Club
Wide angle · Sony FX3
Close-up filming angle of a comedian performing at Backstreet Comedy Club
Close-up angle · DJI Pocket 4 Pro

Tell us about your show and preferred dates. Email hello@backstreetcomedyclub.com to discuss availability and arrange the details.

PRIVATE EVENTS & HOSTING

Your occasion.
Our comedians.

Enquire about your event

Bring Backstreet to your next event. We curate comedy line-ups to suit your audience, occasion and style — from a private party to a corporate event or a celebration with friends and family.

COMEDY, YOUR WAY

The right laughs.
For your crowd.

Whatever the event, we can find the comedians to match. Tell us who’s coming and the kind of comedy you’re after, and we’ll put together a line-up around you.

A HOST FOR THE OCCASION

Weddings.
Celebrations. And more.

Looking for someone to bring it all together? Our hosting services add personality and laughter to weddings, parties and other celebrations, with a host suited to your occasion.

Tell us your date, location, audience size and what you have in mind. Email hello@backstreetcomedyclub.com and let’s plan your event.

TAKE A LITTLE BACKSTREET HOME

Good things
in the works.

Club merch is coming. Nothing on sale just yet—follow us for the first drop.

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COMING SOON

FAQs

Commonly asked questions and enquiries.

How do I get my tickets?

Pick your date above and book through TicketSource. Your ticket confirmation will be sent to the email address you use at checkout.

Can I choose my seat?

It's general admission with 40 places. Seats aren't assigned, so arrive from 8:30pm to settle in before the 9pm start.

Are there shows every Friday?

Check the dates listed above before making plans. There are no shows on 30 October, 13 November, 25 December 2026 or 1 January 2027.

Is there wheelchair access?

Yes — wheelchair access is available around the side of the pub. If you need help finding the entrance or have any access questions, email hello@backstreetcomedyclub.com before booking so we can help with your visit.

Can I perform at the club?

For performance enquiries, contact hello@backstreetcomedyclub.com.

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