Six comedians are hoping to reach new heights of hilarity with a comedy gig on Mount Everest.
Rhys Darby (above), Stewart Francis, Craig Campbell, Glenn Wool, Simon Evans and Terry Alderton are to attempt to set a new record for the world’s highest stand-up gig in order to raise money for Save The Children.
The six will be accompanied by 50 comedy fans as they take on a tough nine-day trekking challenge to Everest Base Camp in Nepal.
Each participant will have to pledge to raise a minimum of £1,000 and all money raised will go to Save the Children’s projects around the world, including Nepal, to provide children with a better start in life.
Following in the footsteps of world-famous adventurers before them, the comic troop will have little chance to catch their breath when they arrive at their destination, 5,365m above sea level, before entertaining their fellow trekkers. The intimate show will take place on October 4 on a purpose-built stage set against the majestic backdrop of Mount Everest.
With the comedians performing across two sets, the event will also give much-needed comic relief to any climbers waiting at Base Camp before summiting the world’s highest mountain.
Darby said: “Entertaining at altitude is sure to bring a new set of comic challenges. As if the prospect of an oxygen-deprived audience wasn’t enough on my first ever trek, I’ve also just been told that the Himalaya is also home to snow leopards and wolves. However, spending a total of 13 days battling the mountainous wilderness pales into insignificance when you consider the legacy of ten years of civil war on the lives of hundreds of families in Nepal. It’s an honour to be playing a role in supporting Save the Children’s valuable health and educational projects.”
To sign up to join the comedic mission or to sponsor those involved visit www.standuponeverest.co.uk.
