On 12th January, local comedian Russell Howard will perform at the Komedia in aid of Julian House. Russell and his fellow comedians have waived their fee for the gig, so all funds raised will go towards Julian House’s services to support individuals who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Bath and across the Southwest. Born in Bath, Russell has supported many local charities over the years and has long been an advocate for social justice and humanitarian causes. His passion for addressing homelessness aligns perfectly with Julian House's mission to provide practical solutions and long-term support for those without secure accommodation. His current tour, ‘Russell Howard Live’, has seen him play dates in the UK, USA, New Zealand and Australia and has sold over 250,000 tickets over 100+ gigs in the UK & Ireland alone (including 11 London Palladium gigs). Julian House has become synonymous with great live comedy gigs in the city, having launched Belly Laughs Bath in 2023. This comedy and food festival encourages audiences to independent venues to raise money in aid of charities during January, generally the quietest month of the year for hospitality.