Mark Nelson

With no narrative arc or gimmicks, Nelson presents himself as a straight talker, not scared of eliciting shocked gasps with his more provocative material. He deals in the controversial with a cheeky grin, as if the words magically appeared in his mouth. Where the occasional pedestrian material lacks relevance, his profanity is utterly charming.

Underbelly, 0844 545 8252, until 28 Aug, 7.10pm, £10–£11 (£9–£10).