CANADIAN funnyman Jason John Whitehead will be performing at Laughing Gravy in Walthamstow on Saturday, December 1.

A former professional wrestler, Jason (pictured) turned to comedy after suffering a cruciate ligament injury and has achieved spectacular success on the circuit.

Highly acclaimed by the critics, JJ Whitehead has toured the globe and last year won the BBC New Comedy Award.

Also performing will be Jo Caulfield, Eddie Brimstone and Lara Silverstone.

Doors open at 7.45pm and the show starts at 8.45pm.

To book tickets, which cost £7 or £5 with concessions, call 01708 251400.