COMEDY IN MANCHESTER
COMEDY IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Comedy in Manchester
Victoria Wood's dinnerladies
Manchester Opera House
Tue 26 Jan - Sat 6 Feb 2027
A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
Manchester Opera House
Tue 17 - Sat 21 Nov 2026
National Theatre Live - The Motive and the Cue (15)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 19 March 2027
Sam Mendes (The Lehman Trilogy) directs Mark Gatiss as John Gielgud and Johnny Flynn as Richard Burton in this fierce and funny new play. 1964: Richard Burton, newly married to Elizabeth Taylor, is to play the title role in anexperimental...Count Arthur Strong
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 21 March 2027
 An unmissable night of unbelievable entertainment for all the family (no pets), as character comedian Steve Delaney returns as everyone's favourite elderly, pompous, mostly out-of-work, deluded thespian from Doncaster, in the second pa...Tape Face
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 21 March 2027
Celebrating 20 years. TAPE FACE is back in the UK! Mime with noise, stand-up with no talking - drama with no acting. Las Vegas headliner TAPE FACE has become a global sensation. See the critically award-winning show that started it all. Ph...Ruby Wax
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
Thursday 25 - Friday 26 March 2027
It's almost easier to say whom Ruby Wax DIDN'T meet, interview and coax fascinating insights from in her huge TV shows 'Ruby Wax Meets' and 'Full Wax'. Donald Trump, OJ Simpson, Pamala Anderson, Madonna and many more. Her provocative, abra...Sophie McCartney - Back in the Day Rave
Albert Hall, Manchester
Saturday 27 March 2027
After a phenomenal debut tour, award-winning comedian Sophie McCartney is back! A new decade beckons and she DOES NOT BELIEVE IT! What does life look like when you're too old to be young, but too young to be old? Grab your glow sticks and ...Flat & the Curves
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 28 March 2027
Award-winning comedy girl band Flat & the Curves return with their well-aged cabaret, Rose Tinted!  Join the vocal powerhouses as they piece together bygone years of revelry, from knee-defying slut-drops to toe-curling one-night stands...Phil Mealey - Early Doors: Behind The Bar & Beyond
Lowry, Salford
Monday 29 March 2027
Best known as the co-creator and star of Early Doors and his writing on The Royle Family, BAFTA award-winning writer and performer Phil Mealey invites audiences back into The Grapes for an evening of laughter, nostalgia, favourite clips, u...Bianca Del Rio
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Friday 2 April 2027
Renowned for her snarky frankness, impeccable timing and politically incorrect humor, Bianca was crowned "The queen of all Drag Race queens" (New York Magazine's "Most Powerful Drag Queens in America") and is set to bring a comedy show lik...Don't You Forget About Me
Lowry, Salford
Saturday 3 April 2027
Part motion picture homage, part existential crisis; this one-man show is a funny, heartfelt trip through teenage memories, the power of nostalgia and the things we tell ourselves to feel like we mattered, seen through the lens of The Brea...The Full Monty
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Monday 5 - Saturday 10 April 2027
TICKETS TO GO ON GENERAL SALE ON THU 12 MARCH AT 10AMCelebrating the 30th Anniversary of the iconic film, The Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham And Buxton Opera House in association with Mark Goucher And David Pugh Present The Full Monty. Back ...Albert's Boy
Lowry, Salford
Wednesday 7 - Saturday 10 April 2027
A funny and achingly moving play shining light on one of history's most enduring figures... Albert Einstein is not feeling too good. His house is empty, his cat is missing, he can't remember where he put his violin and he is slowly drivin...Talking To Boys
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Thursday 8 April - Saturday 8 May 2027
Fragmented, funny and resolutely unflinching. Father. Boyfriend. Teacher. Stranger. Friend. Boss. Son. In Abbi Greenland's sharp, fragmented play, we look at what happens to one woman's mind through the fourteen conversations with the men ...
The Utterly Revolting Science Show
Middleton Arena, Manchester
Friday 9 April 2027
Brace yourselves for the Rude Science team's hilarious, high-tech, highly-explosive new journey through the human body, packed with burp biology, fart physics and revolting edible chemistry. Expect enormous bottoms, edible fireworks, burp ...Alan Carr
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Thursday 15 - Saturday 17 April 2027
Alan Carr's back on tour and his lips are unsealed! With a big mouth and a talent for oversharing, Alan's ready to dish some drama. Expect stories of dipping into the dating pool, navigating showbiz green rooms and a sprinkling of tales fr...Rita, Sue & Bob Too!
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Friday 16 - Saturday 24 April 2027
St Helens' Regal Entertainments Ltd proudly presents the return of the record breaking Adults Only hilarious 1987 cult classic Rita, Sue & Bob Too! Following rave reviews and sold out runs, this outrageous comedy returns to the stage by po...La Voix
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Saturday 17 April 2027
 Fresh from dazzling millions on Strictly Come Dancing, La Voix is back - bigger, bolder and more fabulous than ever. Having waltzed her way into the nation's heart, she's gone on to conquer the UK, becoming the most recognisable redhead...Roy Chubby Brown
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Saturday 17 April 2027
Roy Chubby Brown's rude, crude and rip-roaring brand of comedy is world renowned. Performing his own unique style of stand-up since the 190s, Chubby's belly-busting banter has never held back from sharing his outlandish views on news, wom...Jimmy Carr
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Wednesday 21 April 2027
In comedy, 'killing' is a good thing. Everywhere else, it's frowned upon. Jimmy has confirmed kills in over 50 countries and on 13 specials. Eyewitnesses describe it as 'a brutal, hilarious, life affirming night out'. The brand-new show is...Jimmy Carr
Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington
Thursday 22 April 2027
In comedy, 'killing' is a good thing. Everywhere else, it's frowned upon. Jimmy has confirmed kills in over 50 countries and on 13 specials. Eyewitnesses describe it as 'a brutal, hilarious, life affirming night out'. The brand-new show is...Phil Mealey - Early Doors: Behind The Bar & Beyond
Heywood Civic, Heywood
Thursday 22 April 2027
Best known as the co-creator and star of Early Doors and his writing on The Royle Family, BAFTA award-winning writer and performer Phil Mealey invites audiences back into The Grapes for an evening of laughter, nostalgia, favourite clips, u...LAUGHING HORSE WEEKEND (2 DAY) COMEDY COURSE
The Kings Arms, Salford
Saturday 24 April 2027
Learn the skills and art of stand-up comedy on this 2-day (9 hour) comedy course, led by professional comedians and comedy tutors, plus graduation show Sunday Night - full course info on http://www. laughinghorsecomedy. co. uk/comedy/cours...Myra DuBois
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 25 April 2027
Don't be alarmed, she's making a noise!  After taking the global internet by storm with viral clips of her shows, dazzling the West-End as 'Ruth' in the hit show 'Titanique' and a barnstorming sell-out tour of Australia, the UK's self-de...Count Arthur Strong
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 25 April 2027
 An unmissable night of unbelievable entertainment for all the family (no pets), as character comedian Steve Delaney returns as everyone's favourite elderly, pompous, mostly out-of-work, deluded thespian from Doncaster, in the second pa...TWO
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 29 April 2027
Trio Entertainment return with Jim Cartwright's hit comedy play "TWO".  Behind the bar of a northern pub a local Landlord and Landlady welcome their regulars with open arms. Lending an ear to stories of love, Celebration, Loss and despa...Troy Hawke
Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington
Friday 30 April 2027
 Following The Greeters Guild sellout world tour, 1930's throwback Troy Hawke is back to his globe sweeping with his new show Never Stop, Never Change! Angry security guards, barked compliments and crossed wires abound as Troy navigate...Troy Hawke
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 1 May 2027
 Following The Greeters Guild sellout world tour, 1930's throwback Troy Hawke is back to his globe sweeping with his new show Never Stop, Never Change! Angry security guards, barked compliments and crossed wires abound as Troy navigate...
Adam Kay - This Is Going To Hurt
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 2 May 2027
Adam Kay is an award-winning writer and comedian. His debut book, This is Going to Hurt, is a literary sensation: a Sunday Times number one bestseller for over a year, it has sold over 2.5 million copies, making it the bestselling UK narra...Paul Foot
Theatr Clwyd, Mold
Sunday 2 May 2027
 Pioneering alt-comedy hero and star of Cats Does Countdown Paul Foot is back on tour with a brand new stand-up show, The Future.   Remember when people were excited for the future? With visions of jetpacks, friendly robots wheeling ...Kenneth Williams: A Celebration
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Thursday 6 May 2027
Kenneth Williams was one of Britain's most distinctive and beloved performers, in a career spanning over forty years. To celebrate his legacy, join Russell Davies, Mark Farrelly and Madeline Smith for an unforgettable journey throug...Roy Chubby Brown
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Saturday 8 May 2027
Roy Chubby Brown's rude, crude and rip-roaring brand of comedy is world renowned. Performing his own unique style of stand-up since the 190s, Chubby's belly-busting banter has never held back from sharing his outlandish views on news, wom...Lee Peart
HOME, Manchester
Saturday 8 May 2027
After years of warming up for some of the biggest TV shows, Grimsby comedian Lee Peart is stepping centre stage and hogging the limelight for himself, as he brings his debut stand-up tour to venues across the UK. From growing up in Grimsby...Eurovision Your Decision
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Saturday 8 May 2027
West End Wilma nominated Eurovision Your Decision is back! Part parody, part cabaret, part Euro-Pop fever dream, this love letter to Eurovision is guaranteed to be a fun night out - it has everything we love (and love to hate) about Eurovi...Operation Mincemeat
Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 11 - Saturday 22 May 2027
This production is supported using public funding by Arts Council England. Operation Mincemeat is the 2024 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical. It's London's biggest hit with 88 Five-Star reviews, making it the best-reviewed show in W...Charlie Baker
Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 11 May 2027
Award-winning radio host, stand-up powerhouse and entertainment machine Charlie Baker returns to the stage with his brand new show: GO GET IT.  You may know him from his roles in Eastenders and Dr Who, or indeed from The Last Leg, Paren...Locomotive For Murder - The Improvised Whodunnit
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 15 May 2027
 ★★★★★ - "A first class improvised murder mystery with hilarious performances"- The Reviews Hub Mesdames and Messieurs, may I take your tickets please? Pinch Punch welcome you aboard Locomotive for Murder: The Improvised Whod...Oh Zeus!
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Wednesday 19 - Saturday 22 May 2027
Kings of Comedy Le Navet Bete are back! For lovers of Fawlty Towers, Bottom and The Play That Goes Wrong, Oh Zeus! is a riotous, all-out hilarious ride through Greek mythology. When the stability of Olympus is threatened by the marriage of...Paul Foot
Chorley Theatre, Chorley
Friday 21 May 2027
 Pioneering alt-comedy hero and star of Cats Does Countdown Paul Foot is back on tour with a brand new stand-up show, The Future.   Remember when people were excited for the future? With visions of jetpacks, friendly robots wheeling ...Julian Clary
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Saturday 22 May 2027
Are you ready for some filth? Good! Julian Clary, renowned homosexual and national trinket is going to be talking about things on his Fully Dilated tour that would get him flogged in Dubai. And pointed at in Peckham. He has decided to open...Blithe Spirit (Altrincham Garrick Production)
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Monday 24 - Sunday 30 May 2027
Perhaps Noel Coward's most mature, best-constructed work, Blithe Spirit is certainly one of his funniest. After a "spirited" seance goes decidedly wrong, Charles Condomine, a cantankerous novelist and socialite, suddenly finds himself face...
Taskmaster Live On Stage
AO Arena, Manchester
Wednesday 26 May 2027
"The hottest comedy show on the planet" (The Sunday Times) is coming to town with Taskmaster Live On Stage. For the first time ever, the Taskmaster, Greg Davies and his assistant Alex Horne will bring their live show to the UK. Three famou...THAT'LL BE THE DAY
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Wednesday 26 May 2027
Celebrate the golden age of Rock 'n' Roll and Pop from the '50s right the way through to the '80s from Trevor Payne and an exceptional cast of who combine hilarious comedy sketches and impersonations with brilliant vocals and superb musici...RIOT
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Thursday 27 May - Sunday 6 June 2027
Provocation, pizzazz and the power of a dancefloor. The show that fills your heart and blows your mind. RIOT is a night of wild theatre, sizzling circus, comedic acrobatics, heart-breaking monologues, Tayto crisps, Roscommon GAA, and an ic...Jimmy Carr
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 28 May 2027
In comedy, 'killing' is a good thing. Everywhere else, it's frowned upon. Jimmy has confirmed kills in over 50 countries and on 13 specials. Eyewitnesses describe it as 'a brutal, hilarious, life affirming night out'. The brand-new show is...The Adult Pantomime - The Unspoken Adventures of Peter Pan
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Saturday 29 May 2027
Second star to the right... and hook right off! The Adult Pantomime is back for its 9th year, bringing a gloriously naughty twist to a timeless classic with The Unspoken Adventures of Peter Pan - Adults Only. The filthy and fabulous Jimmy ...The Jack & Ash Show
