‘A brilliant show! Paul really brought the great man to life with spot-on renditions of some of Jake's most loved songs and fascinating insights into his life story. Sold out with very positive audience feedback.’

Keith Halsall, Lymm Festival

'A lovely nostalgic evening with Paul talking about the life of Jake Thackray and delivering Jake’s songs with both humour and real heartfelt emotion. I've already booked him to come back in 2026.'

                                                                                                        Glen Steward, Reeth Memorial Hall

‘Paul has performed twice at Paysanne, both times to an appreciative sell-out crowd. He marked the publication of his extraordinary Jake Thackray biography with a night of Jake’s greatest and funniest hits. He followed with a night of comic songs, aided and abetted marvellously by Mrs Thompson, reading hilarious poems by Les Barker - with Paul playing Jake Thackray’s own guitar! The audiences were impressed beyond measure by Paul’s masterly playing and his seemingly effortless lyrical dexterity. Comic singer songwriters are one of the great cultural traditions of this country and have never been in such short supply. Paul Thompson is one of the very best, at a time when we need them most.’ 

Cai Ross, Paysanne, Deganwy

‘The evening was a resounding success. The selection of songs was well thought out, and included both favourites and hidden gems. The singing and guitar work were first class, and every syllable was clear as crystal –obviously essential in a programme of comic songs. Equally impressive was the stagecraft, the witty and informative links and background information that blended everything into a coherent and enjoyable whole.’

Geoff Lester, promoter, Winster

‘Jake Thackray is not forgotten! Paul Thompson's biographical show on Jake Thackray brought in people we'd never seen in the shop before, as well as regular customers, several of whom knew lots about Thackray and were excited to hear his music and anecdotes live, via Paul. Sales of the accompanying book and DVD were excellent, and, months after, we still get people remarking on their pleasure at the attending the event. We had a capacity audience of forty on the night, and the show perfectly suits the intimate atmosphere of a bookshop.’

Ross, Five Leaves Bookshop, Nottingham

‘We had a fabulous evening with Paul – a hugely entertaining mix of stories from Jake Thackray’s life and (of course!) his songs, lovingly rendered by Paul in Jake’s inimitable style! If you are looking to host an event with a bit of a difference, we couldn’t recommend Paul highly enough.’

Sue and Andrew, Simply Books, Bramhall