Think you’ve got the chops to turn a bingo hall into a laugh riot? If your mic skills are as sharp as your wit, it’s time to step up, steal the spotlight, and take on the biggest comedy bingo contest in the UK! That’s right – the Dabbers Comedy Caller Competition is back, and you could be the next big thing in bingo comedy, and win £1,000 !
What’s the Deal?
Imagine this: The lights dim, the crowd settles in, and the bingo balls start rolling. But instead of a standard caller reading out numbers, a stand-up comedian takes the mic, cracking jokes, working the room, and turning a bingo hall into a comedy show. That’s the magic of Dabbers Bingo, where the Bingo Comedy Caller Competition is back, bringing a mix of humour, showmanship, and quick thinking to the stage.
This isn’t just about calling numbers. It’s a mix of comedy, cabaret, and audience engagement. Contestants bring their own flair, turning a classic game into a full-on performance.
So, whether you’re a comedian looking for a fresh challenge, a performer who thrives on crowd interaction, or just someone who knows how to hold a mic and own the moment, this is your shot.
What’s Up for Grabs?
The competition isn’t just for laughs – it’s a real career opportunity for anyone who’s serious. Here’s what’s on the table:
- £1,000 cash prize – Be funny, make money!
- A performance slot at a top festival – Join the comedy circuit’s rising stars.
- A 12-month paid hosting gig at Dabbers – Secure a regular spotlight at the UK’s top bingo-comedy venue.
Industry exposure – Bookers, agents, and comedy insiders will be watching.With key players from the entertainment world watching, this could be a serious career boost. Previous winners have gone on to land major gigs like:
- Viggo Venn, Britain’s Got Talent 2023 winner
- Kate Butch, RuPaul’s Drag Race UK Season 5 star
- Dru Cripps, 2024 Dabbers Comedy Caller winner, who wowed audiences with mime, beatboxing, and improv
So if you’ve got the skills, this is your chance to make this your launchpad.
How to Enter
Think you’ve got what it takes? Here’s how to get involved:
- Record a short video (around a minute) showcasing your bingo-calling style and personality.
- Submit your video before March 8, 2025, via the official Dabbers Social Bingo application page.
- If you’re selected, get ready to bring the house down in the live competition.
Tip: Let your personality shine. Judges are looking for energy, charisma, and a unique twist on the classic bingo call.
Competition Timeline
- Heats: April 6, April 13, April 27, May 11
- Quarter-Finals: May 18, June 1, June 8, June 22
- Semi-Finals: July 2, July 9
- Grand Final: July 16
Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the show kicking off at 8:00 PM.
A Stage Like No Other – Where Comedy Meets Bingo
This isn’t a standard comedy gig or a quiet bingo night. It’s an unpredictable mix of both, with the audience as much a part of the action as the performers.
- Test your improv skills with a live, unpredictable crowd
- Command a stage where spontaneity and audience banter take centre stage
- Keep the laughs coming while keeping the game flowing
- Show you can turn bingo calling into pure entertainment
Do You Have What It Takes to Be the UK’s Funniest Bingo Caller??
Some gigs come and go. Others open doors. This could be one of them. Think you’ve got the charisma, quick wit, and stage presence to turn bingo into a show? Step up and prove it. Or, if you know someone who’d be perfect for this, send it their way.
Ready to take the mic? Apply now or grab your tickets to catch the next big comedy star in action.
About the Dabbers Bingo Comedy Caller Competition
Established in 2019, the Dabbers Bingo Comedy Caller Competition has become the UK’s premier event for blending stand-up comedy with the classic game of bingo. Each year, performers from all walks of entertainment, we’re talking stand-up comedians, drag artists, cabaret stars, and improvisers, all sorts of talented performers take the stage, transforming traditional number-calling into a full-on comedic spectacle.
The Evolution of the Dabbers Bingo Competition
- 2019 – The inaugural competition revolutionized bingo entertainment, proving that comedy and number-calling could go hand in hand.
- 2020 – A brief hiatus due to global events—but the show must go on!
- 2021 – A surge in participation and audience engagement cemented the competition’s place in the UK comedy circuit.
- 2022 – The event embraced even more diversity, welcoming drag acts and a variety of alternative performances.
- 2023 – A full shift towards comedy-first entertainment, spotlighting the funniest and most charismatic bingo callers in the country.
Now celebrating its fifth year, the competition has become a career launchpad for rising comedic talent. With each edition, it pushes the boundaries of what a bingo caller can be, proving that with the right mix of wit, charisma, and showmanship, bingo can be just as thrilling as a stand-up set!
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