5x5comedy

When we started 5x5 back in 2023, the aim was simple: to create real opportunities for unsigned comedians to get in front of true comedy lovers, in properly set-up rooms, on properly hosted shows. 5 new comedians. 5 minutes each. From show one, 5x5 has been hosted by some of the best in the business, including Russell Hicks, Kane Brown, Slim, Thanyia Moore, Alexandra Haddow and Daniel Foxx. We’re incredibly proud of what so many 5x5 acts have gone on to do - from Dane Buckley opening for Tom Allen just two days after appearing on the very first 5x5, to others going on to headline, tour, appear on TV and win awards - including Limahl Germain, Roman Harris, Valeria Vulpe, Chantel Nash, Mike Rice, Horatio Gould, Jack Skipper, Eli Hart, Ayoade Bamgboye, Farhan Solo, Kyrah Gray and Muhsin Yesilada - among many others. In a first for 5x5, Kyrah Gray returned to host the show - and now Muhsin Yesilada @muhsin_yesilada is our regular host. We want to make 5x5 even bigger and better, from our regular monthly home at Top Secret Comedy Club @topsecretcomedy - and to continue supporting everyone who’s ever been part of it. If you’ve been on 5x5 and have gigs coming up, tag us and we’ll repost. 
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And if you want to support the next wave of comedians coming through, please share our posts @5x5comedy 5x5 is built by the people who’ve been on it - and the ones coming through. We’re back at Top Secret Comedy Club @topsecretcomedy on Drury Lane on March 16.

Jonathan Rudge @jonathangramin joined us for our February 5x5 night at Top Secret Comedy Club with a tightly shaped set full of well-judged turns. He even slipped in a clever callback to host Muhsin Yesilada @muhsinyesilada ’s material, finishing things off nicely. The next 5x5 is at Top Secret Comedy Club on March 16, hosted by Muhsin Yesilada @muhsinyesilada . Join us and continue supporting new comedians. Ticket link in bio.
 Photographer @dannathan

At our February 5x5 night at Top Secret Comedy Club, Sabina @sabinacomedy took to the stage with bold, distinctive material and a clear point of view, creating moments that felt personal and well observed. Having made her name on the Scottish comedy scene, we’ll no doubt be seeing much more of her now that she’s London-based. The next 5x5 is at Top Secret Comedy Club on March 16, hosted by Muhsin Yesilada @muhsinyesilada . Join us and continue supporting new comedians. Ticket link in bio.
 Photographer @dannathan

February saw Heman Makwana @heman_comedian take to our 5x5 stage at Top Secret Comedy Club. A natural crowd-pleaser with a calm, confident presence, he delivered a set that felt effortless. Momentum is clearly building around Heman. The next 5x5 is at Top Secret Comedy Club on March 16, hosted by Muhsin Yesilada @muhsinyesilada . Join us and continue supporting new comedians. Ticket link in bio.
 Photographer @dannathan

February saw Madeleine Brettingham @littlemaddles join our 5x5 line-up at Top Secret Comedy Club, bringing a dry, offbeat voice to the stage. Her set was personal yet relatable, with bold subjects tackled while keeping the audience onside and laughing along. We’ll be seeing much more of Madeleine. The next 5x5 is at Top Secret Comedy Club on March 16, hosted by Muhsin Yesilada @muhsinyesilada . Join us and continue supporting new comedians. Ticket link in bio.
 Photographer @dannathan

Energetic and fast-moving, Omar Bouzed @comedianbouz took to our February 5x5 stage at Top Secret Comedy Club with real intent. Instantly likeable, he delivered big laughs and has already been booked onto a @JumpOnComedy line-up off the back of it. The next 5x5 is at Top Secret Comedy Club on March 16, hosted by Muhsin Yesilada @muhsinyesilada . Join us and continue supporting new comedians. Ticket link in bio.
 Photographer @dannathan

In November 2025, Roman Harris @hardyhaahaa appeared on our 5x5 line-up at Top Secret Comedy Club. @topsecretcomedy An ex-firefighter, he went on to win Leicester Square Theatre New Comedian of the Year in January 2026. It was only a matter of time before success and recognition followed on for one of the circuit’s most exciting new acts. Next show is on Monday Feb 9 at Top Secret Comedy Club. Hosted by Muhsin Yesilada @muhsin_yesilada Ticket link in bio.. Please share @5x5comedy and support upcoming comedians. Photographer @dannathan

Eli Hart @elihartinstantly is already making waves as a nominee for the Brighton Komedia New Comedy Award (2025), Kingston Comedian of the Year (2024), and Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year (2024). His performance at the February 5x5 show certainly left the audience wanting to see more of Eli. And hopefully they will. We’re back at Top Secret on Monday March 10. Kyrah Gray is hosting the show and introducing 5 new comedians. Tickets in bio. Photographer Dan Nathan

Ayoade Bamgboye @ayoadezahrah is a comedy writer, performer, and artist with a sharp, original voice. She’s performed at The Bill Murray and Moth Club, and her one-woman show Rubbish and Nonsense played at the White Bear Theatre. A24 produced her Channel 4 Playground project Rise & Shine with Channel 9. Bringing her distinct brand of comedy to the February 5x5 show, Ayoade is now preparing for her highly anticipated debut hour at Edinburgh Fringe 2025. We’re back at Top Secret on March 10. Kyrah Gray is hosting the show and introducing 5 new comedians doing 5 minutes each. Tickets in bio. Photographer Dan Nathan @dannathan

The incredible @sharifabutterfly was on our show in May. Sharifa has had an amazing year, winning various gong shows including the world-famous King Gong at The Comedy Store. Photographer: @dannathan

November 2025 saw Valeria Vulpe @val.vulpe appear on our 5x5 line-up at Top Secret Comedy Club @topsecretcomedy Days later, the Moldova-born comic won the Dutch Barn Spirit of Comedy Award, going on to open for Ricky Gervais at Wembley. Deadpan and modern, her rise has felt inevitable. Next show is on Monday Feb 9 at Top Secret Comedy Club. Hosted by Muhsin Yesilada @muhsin_yesilada Ticket link in bio.. Please share @5x5comedy and support upcoming comedians. Photographer @dannathan

@farhansolo1 Farhan’s comedy career is going from strength-to-strength. He has appeared on Channel 4 and can also be heard on BBC Radio Asian Network. You can hear him weekly on the MMA and comedy podcast @punchlinepoddy Photographer: @dannathan