Comedians are gathering to put on a stage benefit for mental health campaign Heads Together. Katherine Ryan, Michael McIntyre, Jimmy Carr, Harry Hill, Frank Skinner, Russell Kane, Tommy Tiernan and more will be performing at the event on 18th September at the Shepherds Bush Empire, all in aid of YoungMinds.
Frank Skinner said: “Like most people, I like to imagine growing-up as a carefree and wondrous experience. The truth can be a lot more complicated than that. My own youth was blighted by the threat of Napoleonic invasion so I know what I’m talking about.
“But seriously, I’m proud to be part of this benefit night. Those very real growing pains need to be openly accepted and talked about. Then the carefree wonder will take care of itself.”
YoungMinds chief executive Sarah Brennan said: “We are delighted that some of the most famous names in comedy are getting their heads together to shine a light on children and young people’s mental health.
“At the moment only one in four children with a mental health problem get the support that they need, and many suffer in silence for years. It’s crucial that we get young people talking about mental health, and also that we make sure the right help is available as soon as problems emerge.”
Tickets for this event will be available from Wednesday 7th June.
