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
Also on at:
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
Also on at:
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
Also on at:
- Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells
- Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
- Belfast Waterfront
- Brighton Dome
- Buxton Opera House
- Cambridge Corn Exchange
- City Hall, Salisbury
- Colston Hall, Bristol
- Corn Exchange, King's Lynn
- The Cresset, Bretton, Peterborough
- Croydon Fairfield Halls
- De Montfort Hall, Leicester
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
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
Also on at:
- Cambridge Corn Exchange
- Cheltenham Town Hall
- Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea
- Derngate Theatre, Royal & Derngate, Northampton
- Edinburgh Festival Theatre
- G Live, Guildford
- Grand Theatre, Blackpool
- The Grand Theatre & Opera House, Leeds
- Guild Hall, Preston
- The Guildhall, Portsmouth
- The Hexagon, Reading
- HMV Hammersmith Apollo, London W6
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
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
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
Sat 1 Jun
Sun 2 Jun
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
Mon 20 May
Tue 21 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
Tue 28 May
Sat 1 Jun
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
Sat 1 Jun
Sun 2 Jun
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
Also on at:
back to topAl 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
Also on at:
- The Central Theatre, Chatham
- The Civic Hall, Bedworth
- Colchester Arts Centre
- Colston Hall, Bristol
- Corn Exchange, King's Lynn
- Derby Assembly Rooms
- Electric Palace Bridport
- Grove Theatre, Dunstable
- Jersey Opera House
- The Lowry, Salford
- Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
- Milton Keynes Theatre
Comedy Club
The Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club bring their funniest to the stage.
Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent
Sat 15 Jun
Sat 20 Jul
Sat 17 Aug
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
Thu 1 Aug
Fri 2 Aug
Also on at:
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
Sean Lock: Purple Van Man
You know fine well who he is, now pop along and see his new show, which looks at life from a skewed white van man's perspective.
The Anvil, Basingstoke
Thu 30 May
£21 / 01256 844244
- 20:00
Colchester Arts Centre
Tue 16 Jul
£17.50 phone for availability / 01206 500900
- 20:30
De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea
Sun 21 Jul
£20–£21 / 01424 229111
- 20:00
Also on at:
- De Montfort Hall, Leicester
- The Edinburgh Playhouse
- The Hexagon, Reading
- HMV Hammersmith Apollo, London W6
- King's Theatre, Glasgow
- Kings Theatre, Southsea
- Lighthouse: Poole's Centre for the Arts
- Mayflower Theatre, Southampton
- Middlesbrough Town Hall
- New Victoria Theatre, Woking
- Newcastle City Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne
- Sands Centre, Carlisle
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
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
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
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
Also on at:
- Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl
- The Hexagon, Reading
- IndigO2, London SE10
- Kings Theatre, Southsea
- New Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham
- North Pier Theatre, Blackpool
- Nottingham Playhouse
- Octagon Theatre, Yeovil
- Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool
- The Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury
- Sheffield City Hall
- Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury
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+.




