COMEDIAN Billy Pearce emerged from the fertile talent fields of Butlins in the mid 1980s. Multi award-winner Billy has won just about every comedy award going, including a British Comedy Award, Solo Comedian of the Year and Best Television Comedy Newcomer at the London Palladium.

Billy, who was born in Leeds, West Yorkshire first came to National prominence when he appeared in Central TV’s top talent show New Faces, winning his heat and qualifying for the final. His impact was immediate and he was quickly snapped up for stage and TV appearances. He has hosted the Children’s Royal Variety Performance in 1993, and has also appeared on TV shows such as Tonight at the London Palladium, Through the Keyhole, Blankety Blank, Talking Telephone Numbers, and You Bet.

Billy Pearce will be at The Courtyard with his hit solo show on Saturday at 7.30pm. To book, call the box offic eon 901432 340555 or visit courtyard.org.uk