Frequently Asked Questions

Simply contact us with your event details and budget, and we’ll discuss the available performers who fit your needs. Once you’ve selected your comedian(s), we’ll handle the logistics and confirm all details to ensure a seamless experience.

Mess About is the result of years of experience and hundreds of military gigs. Nick truly understands military audiences and the challenges of balancing top-quality entertainment with evolving sensitivities.

It depends on your event! Most of what we do involves a single comedian performing after dinner or hosting awards. If you’re looking for a full comedy night with multiple acts, we can absolutely help with that too.

Your audience needs to be able to see and hear the comedian, so a visible performance space and a microphone with a reliable PA system are essential.

Absolutely! Some of the biggest and most exciting military gigs we’ve done have been outdoors, including hosting a festival for over 30,000 people.

Our rates vary based on the performer, event location, duration, and type of engagement. Contact us for a custom quote. We offer competitive pricing and flexible packages to meet the needs of military budgets.

We recommend booking at least 2-3 months in advance to secure your preferred comedian, particularly during high-demand seasons. However, we can often accommodate last-minute bookings if needed.

Certainly! For larger events, we can provide multiple comedians to keep the energy varied and engaging. You might choose an MC to guide the evening and stand-up performers to deliver individual sets throughout the event.

Our cancellation policy varies based on the booking terms and lead time. Typically, we offer flexible rescheduling options, especially for events impacted by operational demands. Please contact us for details on our cancellation and refund policies.

We specialise in providing stand-up comedians who are experienced with military events. From straight stand-ups to one-liners to musical comedians and more; we’ve got you covered. All of our acts are full-time professional comics from the international comedy circuit who regularly perform at Messes and other military events (as well as all the big UK comedy clubs and festivals).

Yes, our comedians are seasoned performers who have bags of experience with military events. They’re familiar with the nuances of military humour, respect military traditions, and know how to adapt their material to a military audience, whether it’s a formal mess night or an informal gathering.

Absolutely. We work with comedians who can customise their material to be relevant to specific branches (Army, Navy, Air Force, etc.) or rank structures, and we can include branch-specific humour, terminology, and anecdotes when appropriate.

We can’t share specific material in advance, but rest assured that our comedians are fully briefed on any content guidelines or restrictions. We’ll discuss your event in detail, including any preferred style of humour, and draw on our 20 years of experience to ensure we find the perfect match for your audience and the tone of the event.

Our comedians’ material varies from light-hearted, clean humour to bold, edgier, mess-appropriate sets. Each comedian adjusts their material based on the event’s formality, audience rank, and any specific guidelines provided by you. We ensure that humour is suitable for a military audience and respectful of military values.

Our comedians are briefed on topics to avoid and are sensitive to the line between humour and respect, especially when it comes to military traditions, culture, and history. We work closely with you to identify any areas that should be avoided to ensure everyone feels respected and included.

Yes! Our comedians often incorporate military jargon and humour into their acts. If you have specific phrases, branch references, or inside jokes, let us know – they’re happy to add personalised touches to make the set feel tailored to your audience.