John Hegley: New and Selected Potatoes
New and Selected Potatoes is the spud-in-cheek title of the compilation of 10 volumes of work by poet, comic, singer, songwriter and glasses-wearer, John Hegley. John will perform poems and songs from across his back-catalogue, alongside new pieces, focussing on his educational work and storytelling. Perrier comedy nominated and well-known on TV and radio, as well as brilliant live performer, John is one of the Uks best-loved and funniest poets.
The Observer commented 'Hegley is to potatoes what Wordsworth has been to daffodils' There is much about family and foolhardiness in a show designed for adults, but not unsuitable for the odd nine-year-old. The poet Adrian Mitchell said of him 'just because he is one of the funniest men alive, don't underestimate his dedicated gentleness.' The Independent described him as 'awesomely mundane.'
John will be signing copies of his books after his show.
More information at www.torbayliteraryfestival.co.uk
11:00-13:00 Tuesday 11 August 2026 (Main Stage) 28.00