With nearly 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a breeding ground for new comedy talent, and remains the place to see tomorrow’s stars today. The likes of Eddie Izzard, John Bishop, Jimmy Carr, Rhod Gilbert and Sarah Millican, have all cut their comedy teeth with us. We bring you “The Best In Stand Up” from around the globe, showcasing the brightest names in comedy today. Simply the funniest show you’ll see all year!

Returning with the award winning Podcast in which Richard Herring chats with the biggest names in comedy. Previous guests include Stephen Fry, Stewart Lee, Russell Brand and Tim Minchin. Each episode appears on iTunes and the British Comedy Guide. But it's much better live, with the chance to interact with your favourite comedy stars and even ask your own questions!

Count Arthur Strong is Charles Dickens in 'A Christmas Carol'. Arthur delivers the Charles Dickens story and follows this with his own adaptation of the most classic of festive tales, a Christmas carol. Due to public pressure, Count Arthur Strong extends his fond farewell to you, for a ‘once in a lifetime’ limited run. As he takes on, one of the literary greats, the famous Charles Dickens, and then goes on to present his one-man interpretation of A Christmas Carol. ‘If you miss it, you weren’t there!’

Felicity Ward, star of The Office (Australia), embarks on her first national tour in six years. In a two-hour laugh-out-loud extravaganza, Felicity Ward delves into uncharted territory - motherhood, from pregnancy to post-natal depression, touching on themes of identity, sexuality, and the inevitable changes life brings. Ward's performance draws from her personal experiences, delivering a rollercoaster of laughter and insight. Her comedic journey covers everything from the joys and challenges of parenthood to the quirks of everyday life, with topics ranging from transition lenses to fingering. As a seasoned performer, Ward's credits include appearances on Wakefield, BBC’s Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week, Stand Up Sketch Show, and her own Amazon Prime stand-up comedy special. She's also been featured on popular podcasts like The Guilty Feminist, The News Quiz, and The Now Show. Ward's talent has earned her critical acclaim, with nominations for Best Comedy at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2018, Best International Show at the New Zealand Comedy Festival in 2016, and Best Show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival in 2012. Reviewers have praised Ward's energetic and engaging stage presence, describing her performances as a whirlwind of laughter and entertainment. With a repertoire of solid jokes and boundless energy, Ward keeps audiences laughing and engaged from start to finish.

Fearlessly hilarious delivery combined with honesty and sincerity. Kane Brown is 19 years in the game, has performed around the world, has opened for Guz Khan on his UK Tour, can be seen on Man Like Mobeen (Netflix), Deepfake (Channel 4), She’s the One (Amazon) and heard on his hit Podcast, Rated 18.

The Persian Comedy Powerhouse performs his critically acclaimed new show NAMASTE where Omid peacefully bows to his inner anger and unleashes a torrent of comedic vitriol upon the current state of this dangerously messed up planet. No government gets a green card. No tyrant avoids a take down. No audience member leaves the theatre with an ounce of laughter left in them... You have been warned.

After a significant self-discovery, Green realises his life is a whirlwind full of tangents of his own making, navigating through the impulsive, random and stupid. Green has sold out Edinburgh, Adelaide, Perth and Melbourne Comedy Festivals, and released his debut comedy special ‘End of Daze’ in September 2024. As seen on ITV and as heard on BBC radio. Tour support for Mo Gilligan, Jason Manford, Russell Kane and Adam Rowe. A podcast fan-favourite, and regular guest on the hit podcast Have a Word.

The highly anticipated nationwide debut tour from one of comedy’s fastest-rising stars. A son, brother, dad and friend. From one culture to another. Join stand-up sensation Eddie Kadi as he tells us how he got there. Star of Strictly Come Dancing (BBC) and Team Captain of ITV’s Sorry I Didn’t Know. Host of The Official AfroBeats Chart Show on BBC1XTRA. As seen on BBC, ITV, Channel 4 & Comedy Central. Best Breakthrough Award Nominee at Royal Television Society Awards and Edinburgh TV Awards.

Recently described by the Evening Standard as "Live Comedy's best kept secret" Scott Bennett has been blazing a trail through the stand-up circuit for the best part of a decade. He's written for many high profile acts such as Chris Ramsey and Jason Manford, and recently recorded his debut on BBC Two's Live at the Apollo. In massive demand as a comedy writer and with regular appearances on BBC Radio 4's The News Quiz and The Now Show, Scott is an act on the verge of breaking through into the big time.

Comedian, not a person with Comedy. Autistic, not a person with Autism. In 2020 Joe wrote a stand up routine about his (severely)non-autistic brother. A video of the routine went viral, gaining over 2.5 million views. Joe then found himself as an unelected spokesperson for all autistic people. That was a lot of pressure. Everyone wanted to know what it meant to be autistic, but he was still working it out for himself. Follow up to the critically acclaimed "Joe Wells Doesn't Want to Do Political Comedy Anymore!", this is a show about identity, neurodiversity and the pressures of finding social media fame. As seen on BBC2's, Ouch! Storytelling Live, BBC3's Quickies and Dave's Comedy Guide To Life. Co-Host of the Neuro-divergent Moments podcast and author of Wired Differently: 30 Neuro divergent People Who You Should Know.

NHS psychiatrist, award-winning comedian, and Sunday Times best-selling author Benji Waterhouse is going on his first book tour! Join Dr Benji as he unlocks the doors to the psych ward, mixing stand-up and book readings followed by a Q&A (your best chance to speak to an NHS psychiatrist, without the 12-month waiting list). Laugh and learn as he delves into life’s biggest questions, from the secret to happiness to the best way to escape from a psychiatric hospital. Plus, he’ll finally clear up the difference between a psychiatrist, a psychologist, and a psychic. PRAISE FOR THE BOOK… ★★★★★ "Finds the funny without turning patients into punchlines" - Telegraph "The Adam Kay of mental health care" - The Times "Humane, hilarious, and eye-opening" - Guardian "Fearlessly honest, funny… and uplifting" - Jo Brand

Juno Birch (born 25 December 1993) is an English drag queen, sculptor, and YouTuber.[2] She began performing in drag professionally in late 2018 and has since received significant media attention for her work.

With over 4.5 million social media followers and countless TV appearances under his belt, Pete Firman is the UK's top comic magician. Join him for an evening of Tricks & Giggles , as Pete brings his trademark blend of magic and comedy from the small screen to stages around the UK with this brand-new show. Expect impossible feats, sleight of hand and big laughs from one of magic's most exciting performers! As seen on Amazon's Good Omens , ITV1's Tonight at the London Palladium and The Next Great Magician , BBC1's The John Bishop Show and The Sarah Millican Television Programme . He's probably also popped up on your social media feeds with his mind-boggling and regularly viral magic videos. Please note: Children under 11 years of age cannot be admitted. Please note that there is a theatre restoration levy of £1.50 per ticket. This levy applies to all transactions, whether made in person at our Box Office, by post or by phone, for all payment types. The Rondo opens half an hour before the start of each show. Please ensure that you arrive before the advertised start time, as it may not be possible to admit late-comers.

JUNO travel's the Earth and probes the absurdity of life on this planet, in her one woman stand-up comedy tour ‘Probed.’  Expect jumbo hair, space age fashion and hysterical jokes from the extra terrestrial icon all the way from the distant planet of Manchester as she shares her struggles of life through the lens of her little pink sunglasses.

Step into the universe of Bollywood Time Machine, where we invite you to embark on a journey through the dynamic decades! Vocal performances by some of our favourite artists (including Chirag Rao, Rekha or Abirah Shah), and captivating choreography from Bollywood dance group 4all2Envy From the groovy 60s to the contemporary hits of today, immerse yourself in an evening filled with laughter, dance, and timeless melodies. Immerse yourself in the enchanting voices of legends such as Kishore Kumar, Mohammed Rafi, Lata Mangeshkar, and Asha Bhosle, alongside the magnetic performances of modern sensations like Arijit Singh, Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal, and Sunidhi Chauhan. Your host for this musical extravaganza is the charismatic and dynamic Tommy Sandhu. With performances by singers and dancers, prepare for an unforgettable night of entertainment for everyone! Bollywood Time Machine: sing along with all your romantic 90s songs, funk your way through the 80s and get your fix of smooth and sensuous 60s and 70s classics!

Dale Elliott Jr. is a Jamaican-born actor, comedian, and content creator celebrated for his captivating humor and authentic storytelling. Hailing from Kingston, he first rose to fame with his viral skits on Instagram and TikTok, which generate over 20 million monthly views. With fans like Usain Bolt, Snoop Dogg, and Winnie Harlow, Dale has become a global sensation, amassing millions of followers and earning recognition for his relatable and hilarious content.

Geoffrey Frank Norcott is an English comedian, writer and political commentator. He first performed in 2001 and has appeared on Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo and Question Time, and written for The Daily Telegraph, The Independent and Spiked.

Ever wondered what became of Darth Vader and Mr Stevens or the monkey in the tree, did the pears ever ripen… and will God ever appear? It’s a glorious chance to ‘maybe’ find out the answers or discover more questions to those Izzard conundrums. It’s highly likely that no night will be exactly the same so as ever with Eddie, expect the unexpected. This show promises to be a beautiful, hilarious journey spanning a 35 year career of talking thought provoking, nonsense, who could resist?

Georgie Carroll is back with her brand-new show, Infectious. An undeniable live comedy powerhouse and a natural storyteller, she’s razor sharp and riotous. Nurse turned comedian, Georgie Carroll is not only brilliantly funny, she is unstoppable on the comedy circuit having performed her smash hit award winning show Sista Flo 2.0 for three solid years of sold out seasons. Don’t miss her brand-new show!

With her passion for compassion and flair for giving care, the bust a gut funny (Graham Norton) Myra DuBois calls out to the disadvantaged, downtrodden and tyrannised of the world with her manifesto for mental health: Ad Myrism! But are you ready to receive the call?