Known for his roles in '8 Out of 10 Cats', 'Meet the Richardsons', and appearances on 'Have I Got News for You', will be joined by Suzi Ruffell, Tim Vine, Matt Forde, and Kojo Anim at the Aylesbury Waterside Theatre. The event, taking place on Friday, October 11, is organised in honour of Richardson's friend, Martin Hywood, who lives with limb girdle muscular dystrophy. All profits from the night will be donated to Muscular Dystrophy UK, the leading charity for the 110,000 adults and children in the UK living with more than 60 muscle-wasting and weakening conditions.
Martin Hywood with Jon Richardson (Image: Muscular Dystrophy UK) Mr Richardson's involvement with the charity began several years ago when he met Mr Hywood at a Leeds United football match. Mr Hywood's rare progressive condition causes his muscles to weaken over time. Mr Richardson has since been actively raising awareness and funds for Muscular Dystrophy UK through various events.
He said: "Martin and I have been mates for years and it's a pleasure for me to support him and Muscular Dystrophy UK in this way." Suzi Ruffell, a regular host on Virgin Radio, has had five sold-out runs at the Fringe, a nomination for Best Stand-Up Show in the National Comedy Awards, and has appeared on 'Live at the Apollo', 'Mock the Week', and 'The Last Leg'. Tim Vine has been a staple of the London comedy circuit since the mid-90s, with sold-out shows at the Edinburgh Festival.
He also acted in five series of the award-winning sitc.