Parkinson’s UK invites you to Shake With Laughter, with a host of comedians including Greg Davies

By Katie Kensit
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Published 2nd Oct 2024, 14:41 BST
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Parkinson’s UK has teamed up with a selection of comedy stars to host an evening that is sure to tickle your funny bone. Shake With Laughter, the show that packs a punch-line, is the charity’s flagship comedy fundraiser, taking place at The Comedy Store in London on 22 October to raise vital funds to improve the lives of people with Parkinson’s.

Award-winning comedian and Taskmaster star, Greg Davies, is the special guest of the night and the hilarious Gbemi Oladipo will be MC. The stellar lineup also includes Phil Jerky, who is living with Young Onset Parkinson’s, Jenny Collier, Tom Price, Catherine Bohart, Huge Davies, Olga Koch and Erika Ehler. They are looking forward to raising the roof whilst raising funds for the charity.

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Paul Jackson-Clark, Director of Fundraising & Experience for Parkinson’s UK said:

“Shake With Laughter is one of the highlights of our fundraising calendar, bringing together incredible talent and generous audiences to support our mission. We’re deeply thankful to everyone involved.

The stellar line up of comedians performing for Shake with Laughter on 22 OctoberThe stellar line up of comedians performing for Shake with Laughter on 22 October
The stellar line up of comedians performing for Shake with Laughter on 22 October

“There’s no cure for Parkinson’s. Yet. But through events and fundraisers like Shake With Laughter, we can make a difference to the lives of people with Parkinson’s.”

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Have the last laugh and get your tickets before they sell out. Doors open at 7pm and tickets cost £28 per person (£23.50 for students), to find out more, visit: www.parkinsons.org.uk/shakewithlaughter

To find out how to fundraise for Parkinson’s UK visit parkinsons.org.uk/fundraising

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