Hull’s very own Jack Gleadow is a rising star in the world of comedy, known for his high-energy performances packed with physical comedy, razor-sharp storytelling, music, and audience interaction. His unique blend of old-school variety and modern stand-up has made him one of the most exciting acts on the circuit today.

 

Jack’s love for entertainment began at just five years old, when he first stepped into Hull New Theatre to watch the Christmas pantomime. Year after year, he and his family returned, watching heroes of stage and screen, legends of comedy, and dreaming that one day, he’d perform on that very stage. In 2025, that dream finally comes true, 25 years later, he’s over the moon to be starring in panto at the theatre where it all began.

 

Fresh from performing across the globe, from Las Vegas to Miami, the Caribbean to Dubai, and all across Europe, Jack truly lives up to his title as The International Man of Silly.

 

Back in the UK, he has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in comedy, supporting Jason Manford and Clinton Baptiste in some of the country’s most prestigious theatres and arenas.

 

Jack’s journey into entertainment started early, born and raised in Hull, he became the most awarded young magician in British history, winning both national and international accolades for his comedy magic. By 18, he swapped the wand for a microphone, drawing inspiration from the golden era of variety and quickly establishing himself as one to watch. His talent hasn’t gone unnoticed, Jack has racked up an impressive list of awards (please see below)

 

From dreaming in the audience to performing on the stage, expect big laughs, boundless energy, and a performance that Hull audiences will never forget!

Also catch Jack in Panto this year at the Hull New Theatre.

 

"Imagine if a great music hall comedian was catapulted into the future… Morecombe and tech-wise?" British Comedy Guide

“All-round entertainment which encompasses a full assortment of skills…has a very bright future in entertainment ahead of him” **** One4Review

“Absolute natural, an unabashed crowdpleaser” Chortle

“Echoes of Norman Wisdom' BBC Humberside

“Never a dull second” ***** Voice Mag

“Has you laughing at every angle” **** Fresh Fringe

 

Awards and Competitions 

WINNER

Leicester Mercury Comedian 2018

Amused Moose National New Comic 2017

Great Yorkshire Fringe Comedian of the Year 2017

Hull Comedian of The Year 2016

Comedy Cellar Comedian of The Year 2016

Hilarity Bites New Act of The Year 2014

RUNNER UP 

Chortle Student Comedy Award 2017

Leicester Square Comedian of The Year 2017

Liverpool Hotwater Comedian of The Year 2016

NOMINATED/ FINALIST

British Comedian of The Year 2022

Future Presenter Award- Edinburgh International TV Festival 2021

Best New Show Leicester Comedy Festival 2019