LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the Year 2026 - Scotland Heat

The lgbtq+ New Comedian of the Year Competition is back for 2026, showcasing some of the most exciting emerging talent on the lgbtq+ comedy scene.Expect a fantastic evening of stand-up comedy as a new generation of lgbtq+ comedians take to the stage, competing for a coveted place in the next round of the UK's leading lgbtq+ comedy competition. From first-time performers to rising stars, you'll see a diverse line-up of fresh voices, original perspectives and big laughs.More than just a comedy show, this is your chance to help shape the future of lqbtq+ comedy. Audience members play a vital role in the competition, voting alongside the judges to decide which acts progress to the next stage.Since launching in 2019, lgbtq+ New Comedian of the Year has helped discover and showcase some of the brightest new talents in UK comedy, with past finalists and winners going on to perform at major festivals, headline shows and appear on television and radio.Whether you're a dedicated comedy fan, looking for a great night out, or keen to support lgbtq+ artists, this is the perfect opportunity to catch tomorrow's comedy stars before they hit the big time. Watch, laugh and vote for your favourites on the search for the next lgbtq+ New Comedian of the Year. Presented by Comedy Bloomers.The Line up for the Scotland Heat:MC Sam LakeHeadliner: Eva PeroniActs competing for a place at the final:- Luke Stewart - 'Every line headbutts the audience with a cheeky staccato assuredness' (British Comedy Guide)
- Caroline Gustafsson - Just a weird lil guy.
- Dean T. Beirne - 'So likable and funny, a future star.' (Larry Dean, SNL UK)
- Jack Simmonds - Working-class comedian from Manchester. Mums love him, dads want him.
- Louise Creechan - So smart, yet so stupid: booksmart but dyslexic.
- Marina Smith - Offbeat stand-up comedian with an alternative sensibility.
- Matthew Hayhow - 'Fearless, sharp and utterly hilarious.' (One4Review)
- Phoebe LaReine - Internationally ignored, locally tolerated, this queen is here to overshare.
- Pheebs Stephenson - 'Great energy… likeable and quirky.' (The Stand Comedy Club)
- Saoirse O'Hooligan - '...exploring the most curious comedy corners.' (British Comedy Guide)
- Scout Robertson - A wee cow trapped in a big guy's body.