This weekend, Comedy

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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.

Gardyne Theatre, Dundee

Sun 19 May

£15 (£13) / 01382 434940

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.

Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent

Sun 19 May

£23–£26.50 / 0844 871 7649

Duke's Comedy Club

Guest acts take to the stage for an evening of laughter.

New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich

Sun 19 May

£10 adv booking essential; £5 under 26s, adv, adv booking essential / 01473 295900

  • 19:45

Le Flop

The above photo was taken by self-timer just as the deadline was approaching. It shows hair being eaten and also used as a moustache. Expect much stronger stuff in the actual show. Also, the photo had to be 250 x 250 pixels and we didn’t know what this meant. I digress. The show is comedy clown. Suitable for ages 18+.

The Quadrant, Brighton

Sun 19 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Aperol Spritz Stage

Find our bar and boutique stage at The Famous Spiegel Garden where a daily performance space will be on offer for all. Follow @aperolspritzUK for more information on how to apply and audition #321SpritzStage Afternoon & evening slots available. Suitable for ages 18+.

Aperol Spritz Social, Brighton

Sun 19 May

Free / 01273 917272

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

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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.

The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen

Sun 19 May

£15 / 01224 642230

Crimes Against Humanities Teachers

Award-winning comedy. When Andy gives his leaving speech at his school, he is visited by the ghost of ‘Carry On’ star Kenneth Williams. Together they go on a surreal journey through their careers as Thomas seeks to perfect his speech. Hilarious and poignant, ‘Crimes’ is a must see for anyone who has been in a school! PG…

The Brunswick, Hove

Sun 19 May

£7.50 (£6.50) / 01273 917272

Friends 2 for 1 Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

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.

Cambridge Corn Exchange

Sun 19 May

£21 / 01223 357851

  • 20:00

Jon Richardson

Wry observations and pessimistic humour from the 8 Out Of 10 Cats team captain and Lancastrian stand-up. Also featuring Matt Forde and Danny Buckler.

Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal

Sun 19 May

£12 / 01539 725133

  • 20:00

The Sunday Night Laugh-In

End the week with the generally very chilled Sunday offering, with a dolly mixture of comedians each time.

The Stand, Edinburgh

Sun 19 May

£6 (£5; Members £1) / 0131 558 7272

Jacques Barrettt, Jojo Sutherland, Chloe Philip and Derek Johnston are the ones making you smile today.

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The Agony and the Ecstasy of Steve Jobs

Hilarious and harrowing tale where we meet Steve Jobs and Chinese workers toiling to make our beloved iPhones. A retooled version of the controversial monologue whose 'fact'-based story created a media maelstrom, written by Mike Daisey and performed by Grant O’Rourke.

Tron Theatre, Glasgow

Sun 19 May

Main Auditorium

£10 / 0141 552 4267

Part of Mayfesto.

Alan Davies: Work In Progress

Sharp and inventive wit as the QI regular and former Jonathan Creek and Whites star tries out new material.

Pleasance Theatre, London N7

Sun 19 May

StageSpace

£6 phone for availability / 020 7609 1800

  • 20:00

Beasts

Enticed down from the mountains with the promise of raw meat, BEASTS have conspired to craft for your delectation a selection of slick, hilarious and "sublimely surprising" (The List) sketches. "Slick, surreal and wonderfully unique" ★★★★ (Broadway Baby), "One of the slickest sketch shows of this year’s fringe" ★★★★ (The…

Three And Ten, Brighton

Sun 19 May

£8.50 (£7) / 01273 917272

Friends 2 for 1 Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

Chidi And The Antelope, Musical: Akwocha Ltd

  • Written by: Michaela Damasus Ritucci

A story about a young boy called Chidi growing up in a modern day village in Africa. The musical follows his journey in his quest to become a man.

The Shaw Theatre, London NW1

Sun 19 May

£5 / 0870 033 2600

  • 15:00

Comedy Variety Cabaret

Gags and banter from Paul David Collins, Luke Benson, Mark Smith and Hayley Ellis.

Downstairs At The King's Head, London N8

Sun 19 May

£7 (£5) / 020 8340 1028

  • 20:30
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Daniel Kitson: After The Beginning. Before The End

Offbeat humour and inventive storytelling from the multi-award winning stand-up.

Nottingham Playhouse

Sun 19 May

£10 / 0115 941 9419

  • 19:30

Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience

Basil, Sybil and Manuel open for their sixth Fringe. Always a sell-out, only a third of the show is scripted, so everything stays fresh. ‘Best comedy show I've ever seen' (Sunday Express)

The Charing Cross Hotel, London WC2N

Sun 19 May

The Torquay Suite Theatre

£43.50 all perfs includes show and 3-course meal; £47 7.30pm, 1.30pm & 6.30pm, all perfs includes show and 3-course meal; £47 7.30pm, 1.30pm… / 020 8237 1111

  • 18:30

The Quadrant, Brighton

Sun 19 May

Free / 01273 917272

  • 22:00

Gavin Webster's Northumbrian Assembly

Topical humour, games and sketches from Webster and special guests.

The Stand, Newcastle upon Tyne

Sun 19 May

£6 (£5; £1) / 0844 693 3336

  • 20:30

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.

Lyceum Theatre, Crewe

Sun 19 May

£20 / 01270 368 242

  • 20:00
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The Lady Boys of Bangkok: Glamorous Amorous

The Lady Boys present their world-famous show with renditions of J-Lo, Whitney, Kylie et al.

The Sabai Pavilion, Victoria Gardens, Brighton

Sun 19 May

£14–£32 / 01246 345222

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…

Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury

Sun 19 May

The Auditorium

£22.50 / 01743 281281

  • 19:30

Max And Ivan's Roffle Club

Character comedy, sketches and stand-up from the duo and special guests.

Leicester Square Theatre, London WC2H

Sun 19 May

£8 (£6) / 0844 873 3433

  • 20:30

Max Dickins: Dear Ray

Stories and anecdotes about how a lonely second-hand bookshop owner accidentally became his pen pal and changed his life.

Caroline Of Brunswick, Brighton

Sun 19 May

Free / 01273 624434

  • 20:30 – 21:30