About us
Join Lille's growing community of English-speaking comedy lovers!
We're international professionals, students, expats, and locals who gather for authentic English-language stand-up comedy in the heart of Lille.
Our professional lineup features established touring comedians from across Europe and beyond, hosted by award-winning comedian Neil Sinclair (Raw Comedy Winner, École Philippe Gaulier graduate).
Whether you're missing comedy from home, practicing your English, or simply love great entertainment, you'll find your tribe here.
What we offer:
- Special comedy events at premier Lille venues (Grand Scène and Spotlight Lille, upcoming monthly shows)
- Post-show drinks and socializing - the comedy doesn't end when the curtain falls!
- A welcoming space to meet other English speakers and make genuine connections
- Professional programming featuring both emerging international acts and established touring comedians
Perfect for: International professionals working in Lille, university students (especially international programs), expat communities, English teachers, multilingual locals, and anyone seeking quality English entertainment with great company.
Come for the laughs, stay for the conversations. After each show, we grab a drink, talk about the show and building Lille's English-speaking social scene one joke at a time.
Shows typically €10-12. Student discounts available. Bring your sense of humour and stay for the après-comedy social!
Upcoming events
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- €18.00
Wary Nichen Headlining English Stand Up Comedy Club
Spotlight, 100 rue Léon Gambetta, Lille, FRGet ready for an unforgettable night Europe's hottest English-language comedians !
English Standup Comedy Night is coming to Le Spotlight, hosted by Neil Sinclair and featuring Wary Nichen, Aïda Sghiri, and Polina de la noix.
https://billetterie-spotlight.mapado.com/event/677786-english-stand-up-comedy-club?eventDate=2613153
Wary offers sharply funny insights about nomadic life cross cultures. Aïda is a fearless comedian whose jokes provide therapeutic relief. Polina de la Noix brings a playful presence to the stage with a lively performance.
Come solo or bring a friend, everyone is welcome!
Expect a warm and friendly atmosphere with laughs and community understanding whether you’re local, an expat, or just rolling through.
Arrive early for a drink, stay after the show, and chat with a fun-loving community.
Hosted by NEIL SINCLAIR, award-winning comedian and your guide through this comedy tour de force.
Don't miss this special event bringing world-class English comedy to Lille. Whether you're an expat missing humour from home or a local looking to laugh in English, this show promises an evening of non-stop entertainment.Limited seats available - Book now!
1 attendee 
Breathe (Work In Progress - Stand Up Comedy Show) - Neil Sinclair
Café Citoyen, 7 Place du Vieux Marché aux Chevaux, Lille, FRMulti award winner Neil Sinclair has performed all over the world and trained with the great Philippe Gaulier.
An English dad in France shares a funny and heartfelt hour of stories about surviving parenthood, cultural confusion, and the deep love underneath his fear of getting it wrong. A work in progress (both him and the show).
TICKETS (pay what you feel)
https://www.helloasso.com/associations/vis-a-vis-theatre/evenements/breathe-work-in-progress-stand-up-comedy-show-neil-sinclairCome solo or bring a friend, everyone is welcome! Expect a warm and friendly atmosphere with laughs and community understanding whether you’re local, an expat, or just rolling through.
After the show you are invited to a discussion with the performer.
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Past events
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