Ask The Industry Podcast

Peter Walsingham founded Downstairs at the King's Head in 1981 and has continued to put on one of the best and most well known comedy nights in London. Showcasing a selection of acts including comedians, sketch acts, musicians and more. In this exclusive interview we talk about why he began the club and how it has managed to stand the test of time against promoters and chain clubs. He still runs the club in the same venue over 20 years after its inception in Crouch End.   I got him on the podcast to talk about -How his club has survived more than 20 years when others have folded.Why he makes acts ring up at 9am to book a slot.The state of the circuit Advice for promoters looking at running a night How he juggles his "other life / career" outside of comedy with the club.The value of social media for his club.The value of variety in line ups to keep his audience (and himself) interested His policy of turning away drunken stag / hen nights.AND MORE! This podcast would be useful