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Join Mark as he warms up ahead of his brand-new UK tour!

Sony and Writers’ Guild Award-winning writer and comedian Mark Steel is best known for his critically acclaimed BBC Radio 4 show Mark Steel’s In Town.

Mark has presented the BAFTA-nominated Mark Steel Lectures for BBC Two, and is a regular on BBC One’s Have I Got News for You and BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz. He has written several acclaimed books, including Reasons To Be Cheerful and What’s Going On? He has also written an adaptation of his critically acclaimed stand-up show Who Do I Think I Am? for Audible. 

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Justin Moorhouse: The Greatest Performance of My Life

A poignant exploration of comedy intertwined with the essence of life’s ups and downs. 

Justin’s unparalleled ability to blend side-splitting humour with touching insights offers a rare glimpse into the human condition through the lens of a comedian. This performance is more than just a series of jokes; it’s a heartfelt journey through the joys, sorrows, and hilarity of life, delivered with Justin’s characteristic charisma and warmth. Prepare to laugh, reflect, and connect deeply with every story, making this evening an unforgettable highlight in your cultural calendar.

Another installment of our popular comedy club featuring three comedians from the national circuit and our Barnstormer’s compere.

Another installment of our popular comedy club featuring three comedians from the national circuit and our Barnstormer’s compere.

Phil McIntyre Live Ltd proudly presents:

Mark Thomas: Gaffa Tapes

Jokes, rants, politics, play and the occasional sing song.

If you don’t know what he does ask your parents.

In his time he has won awards (current total is now officially ‘f*ckloads’), forced a politician to resign, changed laws on tax and protest, become Guinness Book of Records world record holder for number of protests in 24 hours, taken the police to court 3 times and won, walked the length of the Israeli Wall in the West Bank and generally mucked about trying to have fun and f*ck the right people off.

This show is more of the above.

“You’ll leave recommitted to the fight against this appalling authoritarian government, to keep that tradition alive.” Guardian 2021

Ian Smith (as heard on BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz. The Now Show. Just a Minute and co-hosting the Northern News podcast) presents a show about stress, love and driving a tank with your hairdresser. Three classic and timeless themes. After a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe, Ian Smith brings his critically acclaimed and multi-award nominated show on tour.

Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Show Nominee 2023

Next Up Biggest Award in Comedy Runner-up 2023

Chortle Award Best Show Nominee 2024

 ‘There are few shows as purely funny as this on the fringe’ ★★★★ Guardian

‘Sheer brilliance’ ★★★★.5 Chortle

‘One of our most consistent comedians – properly funny’ ★★★★ Fest