Comedy, Stand-up

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Roisin Conaty

Intelligent humour and conversational wit from the 2010 Best Newcomer at the Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Awards.

Gatehouse Theatre, Stafford

Thu 10 Oct

The MET Studio

£12 / 01785 254653

  • 20:00

Chris Ramsey: The Most Dangerous Man On Saturday Morning

Stand-up from Fosters Comedy Award nominee and star of sitcom Hebburn. Plus support.

The Bloomsbury Theatre, London WC1H

Thu 30 Jan

£16.50 / 020 7388 8822

  • 20:00

Fri 31 Jan

£16.50 / 020 7388 8822

  • 20:00

Sat 1 Feb

£16.50 / 020 7388 8822

  • 20:00

Gatehouse Theatre, Stafford

Thu 23 Jan

£16.50 / 01785 254653

  • 20:00

Harrogate Theatre

Sun 16 Feb

£16.50 / 01423 502116

  • 20:00

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John Cooper Clarke

The legendary Mancunian punk poet, who is a spiritual godfather to the likes of Mike Skinner and Plan B hauls his insatiable laconic wit on tour.

Artrix, Bromsgrove

Tue 17 Sep

£17.50 / 01527 577330

Button Factory, Dublin

Fri 14 Jun

€24

Colston Hall, Bristol

Fri 7 Jun

£18.50 / 0117 922 3686

With support from Keith Allen's Grow Up, Simon Day, Thea Gilmore and Mike Garry.

  • 19:30

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Reginald D Hunter: In the Midst of Crackers

The self-proclaimed 'comedian, swashbuckler and scientist' takes his latest and no doubt controversial show on the road.

Aberystwyth Arts Centre Cinema

Thu 24 Oct

£10–£20 / 01970 623232

  • 20:00

Alban Arena, St Albans

Sat 2 Nov

£23 / 01727 844488

  • 20:00

The Anvil, Basingstoke

Fri 11 Oct

£23 ( £21; £21) / 01256 844244

  • 20:00

Sat 12 Oct

£23 ( £21; £21) / 01256 844244

  • 20:00

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…and at 28 other places

Comedy @ The State

The granddaddy of Glasgow comedy venues continues to attract some of Scotland's best comedians to its wee basement of joy. Clever granddaddy.

The State Bar, Glasgow

Sat 25 May

£7 (£5) / 0141 332 2159

  • 21:00

Sat 1 Jun

£7 (£5) / 0141 332 2159

  • 21:00

Sat 8 Jun

£7 (£5) / 0141 332 2159

  • 21:00
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Bill Bailey: Qualmpeddler

The master of surreality airs his qualms and doubts about the world via a charming blend of religious dubstep, horntallica and an interesting new musical take on Downton Abbey.

Baths Hall, Scunthorpe

Fri 11 Oct

£25 / 0844 854 2776

  • 20:00

Sat 12 Oct

£25 / 0844 854 2776

  • 20:00

Bournemouth International Centre

Wed 23 Oct

£26.50 / 0844 576 3000

  • 20:00

Bristol Hippodrome

Sun 16 Jun

£26 phone for availability / 0844 847 2325

  • 20:00

Wed 25 Sep

£26 / 0844 847 2325

Thu 26 Sep

£26 / 0844 847 2325

…and 2 more dates until 28 Sep

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…and at 10 other places

Will Mars: Americana: Preview

Dark observational satire from the Treason Show writer.

The Quadrant, Brighton

Sun 19 May

Free / 01273 917272

  • 19:00

The Beehive Comedy Club

Ben Verth presents a weekend packed full of top local and visiting comedians to tickle your funny bone in an entirely appropriate way.

Beehive Inn, Edinburgh

Fri 24 May

£7 / 0131 225 7171

  • 20:30

Sat 25 May

£7 / 0131 225 7171

  • 20:30

Fri 31 May

£7 / 0131 225 7171

  • 20:30
…and 31 more dates until 2 Nov

Will Mars: Americana (Preview)

A show about how America changed the world. Well, how America changed the world for one man. Not that having your world changed is good. Sometimes it is but sometimes not. Alright, it's just a show about a guy. Will Mars is "Fearless" (The List), "Engaging" (Chortle) and writes jokes that "Take us out of our mundane…

The Quadrant, Brighton

Sun 19 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Daniel McLaughlin: Let Me Entertain You

The debut stand-up show from Irish comedian Daniel McLaughlin, featuring his unique take on everything from religion to sport and much more. Suitable for ages 18+.

The Quadrant, Brighton

Fri 31 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sat 1 Jun

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sun 2 Jun

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

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How to Be Rich and Thin

Pauline Curtin believes that Wallis Simpson was right, "You can never be too Rich or too Thin". But instead of a prince Pauline married frogs. The frogs paid alimony, enabling her to travel first class in a fanciful world where 'authentic' is only useful if it describes a fur coat. And lettuce is as 'green' as she'll go.

The Quadrant, Brighton

Sun 19 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Mon 20 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Tue 21 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

…and 3 more dates until 24 May

WeGotTickets Brighton Fringe New Act Competition

Leading New Act Contest promoters Laughing Horse present the WeGotTickets Brighton Fringe New Act Competition. Spread over 4 heats and a final, competitors perform in front of a panel of expert judges for the chance to be crowned Best New Act at Brighton Fringe 2013. Up to 10 competitors perform each night alongside a top…

The Quadrant, Brighton

Tue 21 May

£5 (£4) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Tue 28 May

£5 (£4) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sat 1 Jun

£6 (£5) / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

My Son's Not Rainman: John Williams

John's 41 and a single dad. The Boy's aged 10 and autistic. He isn't a genius. His only special power is making his dad laugh. A lot. This is their story of magic trains, Lego, the 75 bus and life in a chaotic world neither of them will ever really understand. Directed by ITV British Comedy Awards nominee Anna Crilly.

The Quadrant, Brighton

Fri 31 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sat 1 Jun

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Sun 2 Jun

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Chris Ramsey: Feeling Lucky

After a sell-out 2011 tour, Ramsey is back with more engaging storytelling and pondering, this time on the subject of luck.

Birnam Arts Institute, Dunkeld

Sat 17 Aug

£15 / 01350 727674

The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen

Sun 19 May

£15 / 01224 642230

Jack Dee

Reportedly returning to touring after a six-year absence in order 'to spend less time with the family', expect more of the usual deliciously dry takes on life from TV rent-a-grump Dee.

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Thu 30 May

£21 / 0844 871 7607

Bristol Hippodrome

Sun 26 May

£22 / 0844 847 2325

G Live, Guildford

Wed 29 May

£22 / 0844 770 1797

  • 20:00

Tue 4 Jun

£22 / 0844 770 1797

  • 20:00

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Al Murray: The Only Way is Epic

A brand new show from everyone's favourite bigoted landlord, Al Murray, star of Happy Hour. Please only cheer at the irony and stay in your house if you actually hate the French.

Alban Arena, St Albans

Thu 23 May

£25.50 / 01727 844488

  • 19:30

The Brewhouse, Taunton

Thu 20 Jun

£26.50 phone for availability / 01823 283244

  • 19:30

Broxbourne Civic Hall, Hoddesdon

Sun 26 May

£25.50 / 01992 441946

  • 19:30

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…and at 8 other places

Comedy Club

The Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club bring their funniest to the stage.

Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent

Sat 15 Jun

Britannia Suite

£12.50 / 0844 871 7649

Sat 20 Jul

Britannia Suite

£12.50 / 0844 871 7649

Sat 17 Aug

Britannia Suite

£12.50 / 0844 871 7649

…and 4 more dates until 21 Dec

Comedy Club

Inventive storytelling and gags from stand-up and regular on the North East circuit, Danny Deegan. Also featuring Kevin Shepherd.

Lyric Theatre, Carmarthen

Fri 26 Jul

£8 ( £6) / 0845 226 3510

  • 20:00

Gyles Brandreth: Looking For Happiness

Just A Minute/One Show Gyles won multiple five stars for his last Edinburgh sell-out. Now the award-winning raconteur and ex MP explores the secrets of How to Be Happy. 'Incredibly funny, wildly indiscreet' (Daily Mail).

Gala, Durham

Sat 19 Oct

£17 / 0191 332 4041

  • 19:30

Norwich Playhouse

Sat 5 Oct

£17.50 / 01603 598598

  • 20:00

Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh

Wed 31 Jul

£10 / 0131 556 6550

Preview

Thu 1 Aug

£10 / 0131 556 6550

Preview

Fri 2 Aug

£10 / 0131 556 6550

Preview

…and 22 more dates until 26 Aug

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Lips and Lashes

Cabaret night with Miss Scarlet Diamonte, Lady Razzle Dazzle and Jamie Lee Morley, as well as a disco until the early hours.

Corn Exchange, Edinburgh

Sat 29 Jun

£12.50–£25 / 07716 669566

  • 19:00 – 01:00
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Breakneck Comedy

A night of comedy with open mic opportunities and a different line-up every time.

Blue Lamp, Aberdeen

Sat 1 Jun

£10 / 07702 305532

With Gus Lymburn hosting Shazia Mirza, Jonny Thomson and guests.

  • 20:30

Sat 8 Jun

£10 / 07702 305532

Billy Kirkwood MCs with Bruce Morton and other guests.

  • 20:30

Fri 14 Jun

£10 / 07702 305532

With MC Gus Lymburn and Rory O'Hanlon.

  • 20:30
…and 7 more dates until 27 Jul

Kippie Lodge Sports & Country Club, Peterculter

Thu 27 Jun

Times & prices to be confirmed / 07702 305532

With Jellybean Martinez, Gus Lymburn and more.

Snafu, Aberdeen

Tue 21 May

£5 in advance; £6 on the door / 07702 305532

Featuring Jojo Sutherland and guests.

  • 20:30

Sat 25 May

£10 / 07702 305532

Featuring Jo Caulfield.

  • 20:30

Tue 28 May

£5 in advance; £6 on the door / 07702 305532

With Bill Dewar plus guests.

  • 20:30
…and 10 more dates until 30 Jul

Amused Moose Comedy Awards Showcase

Grab your top tickets to talent-spot this year's stellar crop of industry approved breakthrough comedians, plus some who are already rather famous! Every showcase is different, so keep coming back.

Just the Tonic, Edinburgh

Sat 3 Aug

£8 / 0131 556 5375

Sun 4 Aug

£8 / 0131 556 5375

Wed 7 Aug

£7 / 0131 556 5375

…and 13 more dates until 24 Aug

Lee Nelson: Live

Comedy rogue and South London tearaway Lee "Nelsy" Nelson is fronting his latest live show, Lee Nelson's Well Good Show. The show involves a little audience participation which sees Nelson waling through the audience sharing mortifying tales and cheeky banter with unsuspecting members assisted by his loyal friend fat…

Alban Arena, St Albans

Fri 24 May

£22.50 / 01727 844488

  • 19:30

Buxton Opera House

Sat 1 Jun

£23.50 / 0845 127 2190

  • 19:30

Colston Hall, Bristol

Mon 3 Jun

£22.50 / 0117 922 3686

  • 19:30

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…and at 2 other places

Sexual Freaky Friday

Larry Dean and Christian Elderfield are straight and gay, can you tell which one is which?! One attracts the guys, the other the girls, but it's the wrong way round! Join them as they try to cure metro-sexually transmitted diseases in this aptly titled show! Suitable for ages 18+.

The Hobgoblin, Brighton

Sun 19 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Mon 20 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Tue 21 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

…and 9 more dates until 30 May back to top