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Lucy Porter: Pass It On

Lucy Porter: Pass It On

27 Sept 2026 - 18 Oct 2026

A brand new stand-up show from the TV favourite Lucy Porter. As seen on QI, Room 101, Live at the Apollo. As heard on Radio 4s News Quiz and The Now Show. Always warm, witty and thought-provoking, this is Lucy’s best show yet. She muses on what we receive from our ancestors and what we pass on to future generations. Lucy’s inherited dodgy knees and global warming from her parents, but can she leave a better legacy for her children? “Impeccably punch-lined anecdotes … Genuinely delightful” Telegraph “A treat from start to finish” Herald
Laura Smyth: Born Aggy

Laura Smyth: Born Aggy

24 Sept 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

What if all your dreams come true and you’ve still got the hump? Laura Smyth has had a meteoric rise in comedy! Her debut tour ‘Living My Best Life’ sold out up and down the country; she has supported Jack Whitehall, Michelle de Swarte, Alan Davies, and Jason Manford and appeared on multiple panel shows. She’s even beaten cancer; she’s done all the alternative healing shit you could shake a stick at – and she still thinks everyone’s a dkhead. It can’t just be her, can it?
Matt Forde: Defying Calamity

Matt Forde: Defying Calamity

30 Apr 2026 - 16 Jul 2026

Host of hit political podcast The Political Party Matt Forde (Spitting Image, Have I Got News For You, The British Scandal, The Last Leg, The Royal Variety Performance) explores the dark comedy horror that is British politics, ahead of the next election. Plus silly voices.
Lucy Porter: No Regrets

Lucy Porter: No Regrets

27 Sept 2026 - 18 Oct 2026

Lucy Porter’s brand new stand-up tour. In these combative times, it's easy to be irritated, offended or downright enraged by other people. How do we know which causes are worth fighting for? Lucy uses her hilarious experiences to help you decide.
Jen Brister: Reactive

Jen Brister: Reactive

30 Apr 2026 - 11 Nov 2026

Jen Brister is Reactive - or so she's been told. Apparently you don't have to respond to every little thing around you. Finding herself in a constant state of exacerbation at the state of the world and people in general, Brister has been told she needs to chill the hell out. Can Jen find her zen? It seems unlikely to be honest...
Ignacio Lopez: Señor Self-Destruct

Ignacio Lopez: Señor Self-Destruct

14 Oct 2026 - 14 Nov 2026

Spain’s Best Export™ Ignacio Lopez is on a mission to destroy himself and build a better version; Leaner. Smarter. Funnier. Join the star of Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You, The Now Show, & more, for a riotously funny exploration of vices, decadence, and self improvement. Expect an armada of playful, wicked humour from the exotic outsider comedian, as he tries to identify his faults and how to improve; Is it worth going to the gym? Can you be addicted to technology? Do you know what happens if you give spiders drugs? Ignacio uses his razor-sharp wit, and effortless charm to tackle these questions, (and probably a bunch of other irrelevant horsesht), in a vague attempt at making an hour of hilarity seem like something more meaningful.
Rufus Rice

Rufus Rice

28 May 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

A rambunctious evening of comedy and music from TikTok's favourite lovable rogue.
Olga Koch: Fat Tom Cruise

Olga Koch: Fat Tom Cruise

23 Sept 2026 - 4 Dec 2026

Olga Koch has one good story. Only it’s not really her story. Do you wanna hear it? In Fat Tom Cruise, see the Melbourne and Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated star comb through recent history in an immersive and genre-defying new show. Directed by Jet Vevers.
Flo & Joan

Flo & Joan

19 Sept 2026 - 3 Dec 2026

Multi-award winning musical comedy duo (and sisters) Flo & Joan are climbing out of their pits, armed with a piano and percussion section to bring you a brand new show of their critically acclaimed songs and comedy. Their unique, sharp-tongued style has taken them around the world with multiple sell-out tours and appearances at the Just For Laughs Festival Montreal and Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Now they are back with their biggest ever UK national tour, poking around all the classic topics of the day: over-thinking, alien lovers and fringes. As seen on Live at the Apollo (BBC2), The Royal Variety Performance (ITV), The Russell Howard Hour (Sky), Jonathan Ross’ Comedy Club (ITV), online with over 50 million views of their viral songs, in your personal nightmares, and in ‘Alive on Stage’, their own special available worldwide on Amazon Prime.
Finlay Christie

Finlay Christie

17 Oct 2026 - 22 Nov 2026

Finlay Christie (Live at the Apollo, 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Have I Got News For You) humblebrags for an hour about his fuckboy era and his new search for meaningful, authentic connection. His past YouTube specials OK Zoomer and Aura Farmer have nearly a million views total online, which is really good.
Carl Hutchinson

Carl Hutchinson

5 Sept 2026 - 9 Apr 2027

Carl has a unique blend of storytelling and physical comedy, with a dash of down-to-earth banter. He's known for his sharp characterisations, impeccable timing, and energetic delivery, which has earned him a reputation as a "powerhouse comedian" on the UK circuit  ‘Fine Whine’ is a brand new show and is Hutchinson’s biggest and best tour yet! The show centres around Carl’s demands of being a modern-day dad & finding his place in society. He's a must-see act for anyone who loves laughter and good storytelling.
Paul Merton & Suki Webster's Improv Show
“Paul Merton and Suki Webster’s Improv Show” is a night of fast, and fabulously funny improvised games, scenes, stories, songs and laugh out loud surrealism. All deftly conjured up on the spot and based on suggestions by you: The Audience! These two masters of Comedy Improvisation are joined by two fabulous guests each week to create cascades of laughter and joyful silliness.
Laura Belbin
Comedy
Stand-up

Laura Belbin

2 May 2026 - 10 Jul 2026

AEG Presents The comedian behind Knee Deep In Life is known as Laura Belbin, she's the perfect tonic in a world of perceived perfection and filtered happiness. She says the things everyone is thinking but doesn't dare to say. Her comedy is for those who chase the raw, filthy and honest truth about how life can really be; and that with empowerment comes unity. She's taking to the stage with her brand-new show with one question: is there such a thing as too much?
Jacob Hawley: Space

Jacob Hawley: Space

2 Oct 2026 - 3 Dec 2026

Proudly Presented by Live Nation in association with UTA & Ebdon Management New stand-up show from award-winning comedian Jacob Hawley. Politics for idiots, feminism for lads, love stories for louts and self-care for those who don’t care. As seen on The Russell Howard Hour (Sky1), Ladhood (BBC3), The Stand Up Sketch Show (ITV2), Secrets of the Comedy Circuit (ITVX). Over 4 million views online. Age 16+
Stevie Martin: Clout

Stevie Martin: Clout

7 Oct 2026 - 30 Oct 2026

Stevie Martin has built a significant following and acclaim for her prolific online output which includes a series of regular viral sketches with Lola-Rose Maxwell which have amassed over 20 million views (3 million of which on Tiktok) two hit podcasts (Nobody Panic with Tessa Coates and Might Delete Later with Gina Martin) which collectively receive over 100,000 downloads a month, and a regular long-form improvised comedy book club on Twitch. A writer published everywhere from Vice to the Guardian, Stevie’s first book, Nobody Panic, was published by Hodder Studios and adapts her hit podcast.
Ahir Shah

Ahir Shah

5 Jun 2026 - 14 Mar 2027

HBO and Netflix star Ahir Shah (Live at the Apollo, Mock The Week, Have I Got News For You, QI) is back with his new stand-up show Golden. His last show, Ends, won the prestigious Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Show, sold out shows across the world and was recorded as a comedy special for Netflix. Ahir has also been seen and heard on shows including Ahir Shah: Dots (HBO), Jurassic World 3, Foundation (Apple TV), Richard Osman's House of Games (BBC2), The Last Leg (C4), The Mash Report (BBC2), Frankie Boyle's New World Order (BBC2) and The Now Show (BBCR4).
Jason Byrne: 30 Years Byrning

Jason Byrne: 30 Years Byrning

26 Sept 2026 - 20 Nov 2026

Jason Byrne is back and "Byrning" brighter than ever, celebrating 30 glorious years of stand-up with his brand-new show, 30 Years Byrning. Byrne delivers a riotous night of high-energy storytelling, surreal tangents and unstoppable laughter. From razor-sharp observations to gloriously unhinged audience interaction, brave improvisation, that has made Jason a festival favourite for three decades. This anniversary special is a hilarious return to props and stunts of the past decades, a fearless leap forward and a masterclass in pure comic mayhem. Do not blow it by missing this show, get tickets early, it makes sense.
Scott Bennett: Stuff

Scott Bennett: Stuff

1 May 2026 - 6 Jun 2027

As a society we love stuff, it’s a statement about who we are and who we want to be. But apparently, this message is at odds with the looming environmental crisis. We’re now struggling to balance these worlds, to focus on the things that bring us real connections and nourish the soul. Award-winning comedian and award-winning droduct designer Scott Bennett is desperately trying to cleanse his life of stuff, but is this even possible anymore? Tour support for Mickey Flanagan, Rob Brydon, Jason Manford and John Bishop. Star of Live at the Apollo, The News Quiz, The Now Show, The Ultimate Choice and Chortle Best Club Comedian Nominee 2022.
Josh Thomas

Josh Thomas

11 Nov 2026 - 6 Dec 2026

Josh started doing stand-up 20 years ago. In that time, hes won some prizes and lost a lot of celebrity versions of reality TV shows. His shows Please Like Me and Everythings Gonna Be Okay were international sensations. They dealt with lots of important issues, but this year, he just wants to be silly.
Larry Dean: Hellbent

Larry Dean: Hellbent

18 Jun 2026 - 3 Dec 2026

Recently married, emotionally feral.  The Gallus Glaswegian Goon returns with a riotous show about refusing to grow up.  As seen on SNL, Live at the Apollo, QI and The Royal Variety Performance. 
Barry Castagnola - The Last Of The Barry
Having become a father quite late in life, in all honestly, he’s just delighted to be away for a few days to get some good sleep (although he won’t be telling his partner that and he hopes she won’t read this. Why would she? She’s not going to be booking tickets to see him). Embarrassingly, he’s got a racist dog, so a break from constantly apologising in the local park is also a bonus. Oh, and he’s furious his parents chose the name Barry. Expect stories about these and other awkward situations in a show packed with laughs. He’d like to point out that he wrote the above (and this) and to be honest, he finds it a bit weird to be writing in the third person. He also thinks it’s presumptuous to say his show is packed with laughs (even though he’s very confident it will be). Why don’t you be the judge and come along? He’d also like to clarify that the quotes below weren’t written by him but by actual reviewers (and an endorsement from Greg Davies). And he’d like to thank you for the time you’ve spent reading this and he hopes to see you there! Presented by Rustle Up Productions
Japan Fest Sheffield! Steamworks!

Japan Fest Sheffield! Steamworks!

9 Aug 2026 - 9 Aug 2026

Japan Fest Sheffield brings together a vibrant mix of performances and cultural experiences, offering visitors the chance to enjoy both traditional and contemporary Japanese entertainment throughout the day. From powerful live music to high-energy pop performances, the festival creates an exciting atmosphere that celebrates the richness and diversity of Japanese culture. Performers LJ English Tengu Taiko Aki Kitagawa B2B Sumie Kent LeLe DJ Manimal & Cerisina Activities Kimono Wearing Origami Fox Mask Making Japanese Basic Language Beyond the stage, visitors can fully immerse themselves in hands-on cultural activities, offering something for all ages to enjoy. Whether you're discovering traditional crafts, trying on a kimono, or learning your first Japanese phrases, Japan Fest Sheffield is designed to be both engaging and memorable for everyone.
Tez Ilyas: After Eight
Comedy
Stand-up

Tez Ilyas: After Eight

27 Jun 2026 - 28 Nov 2026

Tez Ilyas, one of the most most celebrated stars in British comedy, returns to stage in 2023 with an hour of his trademark, no-holds barred, crowd participation and fun. As seen on Man Like Mobeen (BBC Three), Live At The Apollo (BBC Two), Bounty (CH4), Mock The Week (BBC Two) and much more.
Dan Nightingale & Friends

Dan Nightingale & Friends

14 Jun 2026 - 26 Feb 2027

Another tour of brilliant stand-up comedy from Dan Nightingale, host of the Have A Word podcast, and some of his very funny mates. First half is just Dan doing some crowd work and then running out his new set. Second half will be two pro sets from some of the best acts in the country. A great night of entertainment from some of your favourite comics. With special friends: Eshaan Akbar and Mark Nelson.
Paddy Young: Will Sir Be Laughing Alone?
The award-winning stand-up and star of Saturday Night Live UK heads out on tour with a brand new show. You’re born alone, you die alone. That’s true enough. But what happened to that part in the middle?

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