• Scott Charlton, Mr Kyps Comedy Club, Parkstone THE stand-ups weren't only on the stage as Mr Kyp's own monthly comedy club celebrated its first birthday with a packed house.

The night has grown in stature over the year under the direction of host Reeves Peterson and if the quality of Sunday night's show is typical, it will deservedly keep attracting the crowds.

Hull-born opener Kevin Precious let himself get sidetracked by audience members, which rather spoiled the flow of what could have been a strong set.

His edgier and darker stuff - inspired by a religious studies background - never quite worked, but there were enough laughs to warm up a slightly frustrated crowd.

Elliot Potter may have been doing stand-up for less than a year, but you'd never believe it.

A short, but sparkling set from this hard-gigging newbie showed he has real promise, especially if he concentrates on his strong material and leaves the hecklers be.

No such audience diversions for headliner and local legend Scott Charlton, who has built a genuinely funny act around a much put-upon "drunk".

Staggering on to the stage and sipping dolefully from his pint, Scott delivered a series of one-liners, social observations and even shaggy dog stories with consummate timing, creating an air of anticipation for each punchline that rarely failed.

His Siamese twins tale inspired by 70s song titles was hilarious.

This rare local outing from an experienced pro was a real treat.