Alison Spittle – BIG

Comedy Freaks Presents: Alison Spittle – Preview Series
Comedy Freaks’ preview series brings you the freshest stand-up from the sharpest minds working today—comedians shaping their newest one-hour shows in real time, in front of a live audience. This week, we welcome one of the UK and Ireland’s most original comedy voices: Alison Spittle.
A man once told Alison to sit down. So she did what any good comic would—she stood up and built an entire show around it. BIG is a smart, hilarious and unapologetically personal hour of comedy from a performer who has steadily built one of the most impressive resumes in British and Irish stand-up. With a unique ability to blend relatable storytelling and social commentary, Spittle turns awkward moments, quiet humiliations, and big emotions into laugh-out-loud gold.
Alison first made waves in Ireland, quickly becoming a fixture of its comedy circuit and a regular face on RTÉ. She created and starred in the semi-autobiographical sitcom Nowhere Fast, which aired on RTÉ2 to glowing reviews and earned her a reputation as a skilled writer and performer beyond the stage. She then made the leap to the UK, where her profile continued to rise thanks to a string of standout television appearances—including Celebrity GoggleBox, Richard Osman’s House of Games, and Pointless Celebrities.
But it’s live on stage where Spittle truly shines. Her 2022 Edinburgh Fringe show BIG was the best-reviewed show of the entire festival, according to the British Comedy Guide. Critics praised it as “an hour of near-faultless material” (★★★★ The Skinny), “left the audience in tears with laughter” (★★★★★ Irish Times), and “had the full house rolling in the aisles” (★★★★ Daily Express). These aren’t just nice blurbs—they’re badges of honour in one of the world’s most competitive comedy arenas.
She’s also a podcast powerhouse. Spittle is a frequent guest on hugely popular podcasts like Off Menu (with Ed Gamble & James Acaster), Trusty Hogs (with Helen Bauer & Catherine Bohart), and The Gargle (from the Bugle comedy family). She co-hosts the BBC Sounds hit Wheel of Misfortune, known for its hilarious and awkward true-story confessions, and contributes to the legendary Guilty Feminist. More recently, she launched Magazine Party, a chaotic and nostalgic dive into bizarre celebrity gossip and pop culture headlines.
Off the mic, her credibility in the industry runs deep. Alison has supported top acts like Fern Brady, Rob Delaney, and Maria Bamford on tour—names known for pushing boundaries and bringing serious clout to a comedy stage. That’s no accident. Spittle’s material blends vulnerability with fearlessness, and her delivery manages to be both laid-back and razor-sharp.
Her comedy often focuses on mental health, body image, internet culture, and relationships—but she dodges clichés and easy punchlines. Instead, she leans into the uncomfortable, finding humour in the unexpected, and connection through honesty. It’s no surprise she’s quickly becoming one of the most respected and sought-after acts on the circuit today.
This Comedy Freaks preview is your chance to see her test, twist, and refine her new hour in front of a live audience. It’s intimate, electric, and a rare opportunity to watch a seasoned pro let loose and take risks in real time.
Don’t wait for the Netflix special—catch BIG now, while it’s still being forged in the fire.
One night only. Alison Spittle. Front row? Sit down… or don’t.