Donatas Staneika is an observational comedian who is making waves on the UK circuit. In his short comedy career, he was shortlisted for the BBC New Comedy Awards 2024, has won the notorious Blackout Gong show at Up The Creek, the Comedy Knockout at Backyard, and the Ding Dong Gong at Big Belly Comedy Club. He’s also a two-time Comedy Store King Gong finalist, reached the semi-final of the prestigious So You Think You’re Funny? 2023 competition, and made the final of the Max Turner Comedy Prize 2024. Currently, Donatas can be seen performing at some of the best clubs and pro-nights around the country, and on Instagram: @donnyfromtheblock.