Star of 8 out of 10 cats and BBC2’s Rob Brydon show, Josh Widdicombe is bringing his debut show to Bridport in a stand up comedy double bill with Charlie Baker.

Josh opens the doors to how his upbringing in a tiny village in rural Devon didn’t prepare him for the realities of life and relationships.

Material ranges from his hankering to move to the bright lights but on the other hand terrified of the rest of the world, to struggling to adapt to his 20s, not knowing whether to embrace being an adult or hold on to his youth.

This show is a hilarious insight into the daily foibles of one of comedy’s fastest rising stars with observations and dilemmas we can all relate to.

Since his first gig in January 2008 Josh has had a remarkable impact on the comedy circuit. In just three years he has been named FHM Stand Up Hero 2010 (ITV4), Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year 2010, Chortle Best Breakthrough Act Nominee 2011, after just a handful of gigs made it to the final of the prestigious So You Think You're Funny final at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2008 and most recently nominated as Best Newcomer by the Foster’s Edinburgh Comedy Awards.

Now regarded as one of the best up-and-coming acts on the UK circuit Josh is in constant demand at clubs and theatres across Britain. Josh is fast establishing himself on the live circuit regularly supporting huge comic talent such as Stephen Merchant, Alan Carr and Michael McIntyre.

Josh Will be followed by funnyman Charlie Baker who starred in the last series of The Comedy Store, BBC2’s Never Mind The Buzzcock’s and BBC3’s Ed Fest Live 2011.

l Bridport Arts Centre, Saturday 21 April 21. Tickets cost £12/£11 members and £10 concessions, call the box office for further information 01308424204.