Jo Brand and Sharon Wanjohi are just some of the stars joining host and fellow comedian Rob Deering at this year’s Shake with Laughter show in aid of Parkinson’s UK.
Shake with Laughter, Parkinson's UK flagship comedy night, is back for its 10th year and will take place at London's famous Comedy Store on Wednesday 19 October.
With more acts to be announced soon, the hilarious comedy night will be raising money for pioneering research into Parkinson’s, which affects around 145,000 people in the UK.
Shake with Laughter was founded by award-winning comedian Rob Deering, from Stoke Newington. Rob came up with the idea of a comedy night to raise much-needed funds for Parkinson’s UK in 2012, after his dad was diagnosed with the condition.
Rob Deering said: “Like some of my comedy colleagues taking part in Shake with Laughter with me this year, my life has been affected by Parkinson's. My dad passed away in 2019, having lived with the condition for more than 15 years. While he isn't able to come to my gigs any more, he still inspires me in everything I do, from comedy, running and quizzes, to raising awareness and funds for Parkinson’s UK.
“I'm hoping for a full house on October 19, so that we can raise plenty of money for people like my dad, whilst having lots of fun doing so."
Amongst the line up is Bafta award winner, Jo Brand, who said she was “really excited” to be taking part and said he hopes everyone “comes along to get behind this wonderful cause.”
“The money raised from Shake with Laughter will go directly towards Parkinson’s UK’s groundbreaking research, as well as the support services that people with Parkinson’s and their loved ones rely on. Join us for a night full of laughter.”
Shake with Laughter takes its name from one of the common symptoms of Parkinson’s. Doors open at 8pm, and more acts will be announced soon.
Tickets cost £23.50 per person (£20 for students). To buy your ticket, or to find out more about the event, visit www.parkinsons.org.uk/shakewithlaughter
To find out how to fundraise for Parkinson’s UK visit parkinsons.org.uk/fundraising
