Crosswords: Ancika Mester and Mat Smith (Work In Progress)

Mat and Ancika shouldn't be friends but they are. Join two different, two funny standups as they work on towards their solo shows.

Sure, it's comedy, but Crosswords could make or break this friendship. (NB. Crosswords not included.)

Ancika Mester (as heard on BBC Radio London) is sweaty, loosey-goosey and Australian. And she doesn’t want to talk about it. Shortlisted for BBC Comedy Awards 2025, regular MC and Co -producer at Gigl Comedy and a Soho Theatre Comedy Labs alumni.

Mat Smith is stressed pressed and mildly depressed. With material featured on BBC Radio 4 and Radio Scotland, his stand-up has been described as "precise, direct and unwavering". How can you tell he lived in Japan? He will tell you, immediately. (Komedia New Comedy Award semi-finalist, West End New Old Act of the Year semi-finalist, Torquay Comedian of the Year semi-finalist).

Cast & Creative Team

Bargret Productions

Writers, Directors & Performers: Ancika Mester and Mat Smith

Date & Time: Sunday 11th October @ 7:00pm

Running Time: 60 mins

Content warnings: Suitable for ages 16 and above.

Latecomers may not be admitted. ​Ticket purchases are non refundable.

Concession prices apply to students; under 18s; pensioners; those on disability and unemployment benefits; Equity, BECTU & SDUK members.

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