| Comedy performances and plays in Birmingham | | |
| JIM DAVIDSON (Civic Hall) | | | Saturday 20th August 2008 - 6.45pm | | A well-loved, albeit rather risque, entertainer and star of stage & screen, who is guaranteed to give an excellent performance whether he is entertaining the troops or advertising second-hand cars. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | civic hall | | we also reccommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| TIM VINE | | | Friday 12th September 2008 - 8pm | Stand-up Tim Vine co-starred in the BBC One sitcom No Going Out and both series of ITV1’s The Sketch Show is also a TV host, having devised and presented Fluke for Channel 4, which was nominated for a Rose d’Or Award. He was also the first man to appear on Channel Five when presenting quiz show Whittle. Tim has also starred in The Tim Vine Christmas Present for Five, Saturday Live (ITV) and The Stand Up Show (BBC1). Tim recently became the Guinness World Record Holder for telling the most jokes in an hour – smashing the previous record with a total of 499. He has appeared on the Royal Variety Show alongside Shirley Bassey and Kylie Minogue, and hastoured the UK with his The Joke Machine Gun show. He burst onto the stand-up circuit by winning the Perrier Best Newcomer Award for The Tim Vine Fiasco at the Edinburgh Festival in 1995. That followed a runner-up prize in the Hackney Empire New Act Of The Year competition in 1993. Tim’s solo shows in Edinburgh include Tim Vine Flat Out (1998) and I’m Vine Thanks and Tim Vine and the Minotaur (both 1999). (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| GUAVA
JELLY WITH OLIVER SAMUELS
| | | Sunday 21st September 2008 - 8pm | At
The Alexandra Theatre. BJ Harmony
& Harmony Productions present Guava
Jelly. A bittersweet comedy starring Oliver
Samuels, Audrey Reid and Volier Maffe Johnson.
Ambitious Ascot sends money back home to
his family, yet while being away, his wife's
ex-husband has moved in. (back
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| KEN DODD (Alexandra Theatre) | | | Wednesday 1st to Friday 3rd October 2008 - 7.30pm | | By jove, here is an evening full of laughter and songs from comic genius and showbiz legend Ken Dodd. Bringing his famous Happiness Show to town, he will be dispensing liberal doses of his tickle tonic. You are sure to be chortling all the way home. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| JIMMY CARR - JOKE TECHNICIAN (Symphony Hall) | | | Monday 3rd October 2008 - 7pm | Jimmy Carr is not just a TV star. He’s won awards, released chart-topping DVDs (there’s a new one out this November), written a best-selling book and broken box office records by performing to over 500,000 people in the last three years.
He may be the hardest working man in comedy. But perhaps he wouldn’t have to be if he had a little bit more talent. This show is exactly the same as last year’s except every single word. It’s rude, crude and offensive but those aren’t the only reasons you’ll enjoy it. Not to be missed, unless it’s not your kind of thing. (back to list) | | | to book by phone, call | | symphony hall | | we also recommend... | 0121 780 3333 | | | |
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| STEVE COOGAN (Civic Hall) | | | Saturday 4th October & Monday 24th November 2008 - 7pm | | The star of I’m Alan Partridge, Saxondale and creator of Paul and Pauline Calf comes to Civic Hall in October this year. Steve Coogan is returning in a show featuring the characters that have made him a BAFTA and British Comedy Award winning Comedy Legend. His last live show played 200 performances and was seen by 350,000 people, so get your tickets now! Over the past decade, Steve Coogan has established himself as one of the most popular, charismatic and versatile comic actors working in Britain today. Described by The Mirror as "extremely funny” and “hugely entertaining” by The Observer, the figure for whom Coogan is best known, perhaps to the extent that his other work has been dwarfed by it, is Alan Partridge. Hence the show's title. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | civic hall | | we also reccommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| DYLAN MORAN (Alexandra Theatre) | | | Sunday 5th October 2008 - 8pm | | Known for his absurdist observation and unique brand of dry humour, Moran is a master of comedy combining his talents as an actor, writer and performer to incredible effect. His stand-up performances continue to pack theatres, with sell-out runs in Australia, UK, New York, Los Angeles, Oslo, Stockholm, Copenhagen and Gothenburg. Dylan is also the creative force behind Channell 4’s Black Books in which he appears as a foul-tempered eccentric and drink-fuelled proprietor of a grubby book shop who would really rather not have customers if he could help it. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| JASON MANFORD (Town Hall) | | | Wednesday 8th October 2008 - 8pm | | A comedian who is based in Manchester and is a regular on the UK circuit. He is naturally funny and has a strong, original set with wry observations and a genuine respect for the old comedy greats. A regular guest on Channel 4's 8 Out Of 10 Cats and BBC's Have I Got News For You. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | town hall | | we also recommend... | 0121 780 3333 | | | |
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| LEE EVANS (The NIA) | | | Thursday 9th to Saturday 11th October 2008 | | In September 2008, Lee Evans sets out on the UK's biggest ever comedy tour, taking in over 11 cities, and playing to over 300,000 fans. The record breaking Lee Evans - Big - UK Tour 2008 marks Lee's sensational return to stand-up with some of the strongest and most hilarious routines he has ever written. Expect some of the most explosive stand-up, stunning set pieces and a truly unbelievable finale in this, the funniest comedy show in 2008 . (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | national indoor arena | | we also recommend... | 0871 945 6000 | | | |
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| JIM DAVIDSON | | | Saturday 11th October 2008 - 7.30pm | | A well-loved, albeit rather risque, entertainer and star of stage & screen, who is guaranteed to give an excellent performance whether he is entertaining the troops or advertising second-hand cars. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| FRANKIE BOYLE (Alexandra Theatre) | | | Sunday 12th October 2008 - 8pm | | With over one hundred sold out tour dates already to his name, comedy's hottest property, Frankie Boyle, is extending his live tour due to phenomenal public demand. In the last three years, Frankie has propelled himself into the premiere league with a host of brilliant performances, both on stage and screen, including every episode of Mock the Week and 8 out of 10 Cats, Have I Got News for You, Would I Lie to You and They Think It's All Over to name but a few. Alongside his work in front of the camera, Frankie is also a highly-regarded writer. He has written for several series including 8 out of 10 Cats, the UK version of Live Floor Show, 2DTV and 29 Minutes of Fame. Through the facets of Frankie's career, his live performances stand strong. He recently enjoyed a sell-out run at the 2007 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, selling all 13,000 tickets for the run before the festival had even begun and has played to over 100,000 people since the tour began last October. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| PADDY MCGUINNESS (Alexandra Theatre) | | | Wednesday 15th October 2008 - 8pm | In August 2008 Paddy hits the road again with his eagerly awaited brand new show 'Paddy McGuinness Plus You'. The new show will have the "plus you" element. Specially invited guests from the area will be hand-picked by Paddy himself to be his new support act! All this plus a winner's cheque for two thousand pounds and a chance to appear in his new live DVD. The competitions will run on Paddy's website www.patrickmcguinness.co.uk and in the local press.
Paddy's last tour 'The Dark Side' was the fastest selling of 2006, taking in 115 sold out dates and selling more than 160,000 tickets! His following live debut DVD entered the comedy charts at No 1 and has currently sold in excess of 250,000 copies. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| EDINBURGH & BEYOND (Wulfrun Hall) | | | Thursday 23rd October 2008 - 7pm | Fresh from their Edinburgh Festival shows, four of Britain's finest comic talents come together for the must-see tour of the year. This year's headliner is none other than Chortle Best Headliner nominee and star of 8 out of 10 Cats, Glenn Wool. Holding it all together as host is the shambolic genius Dan Atkinson. Next up on the bill is new addition to the Peep Show, Isy Suttie, whose bizarre characters and songs combined with her charming style mark her out as one of the most original female acts on the circuit. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | wulfrun hall | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| REAL DEAL COMEDY JAM (Alexandra Theatre) | | | Saturday 25th October 2008 - 7.30pm | | Since the Real Deal Comedy Jam's official launch, they have enjoyed success with many sell out shows. Their formula of putting British and American comedians on the same stage has proven to be popular, and has established their event as one of the number comedy shows. Tickets on sale from Wednesday 18th June. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| RUSSELL HOWARD (Alexandra Theatre) | | | Sunday 26th October 2008 - 8pm | | After his sell-out show at Colston Hall this March, Russell Howard has confirmed a new date in November 2008. Russell returns to his hometown with a brand new, as yet unnamed, show. Russell was nominated for The If.Comedy Award at the Edinburgh Festival in 2006 and The Barry Award at the Melbourne comedy festival in 2007. Things have been pretty hectic since then, what with his BBC6 Music show every Sunday, loads of Mock The Week & Never Mind The Buzzcocks on BBC2, Live At The Apollo & Would I Lie To You? on BBC1, Law of the Playground on Channel 4 and Tough Gig, The Brits & The British Comedy Awards on ITV. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| JOE PASQUALE (Alexandra Theatre) | | | Monday 27th October 2008 - 7.30pm | | Last year Joe decided to go on sabbatical to go in search of the ancient muffin of San Miguel. During his travels running with the great white elephants of Africa, he spent his time living with a tribe who named him ‘He Who Runs with the Elephants'. He learnt many things... that ICI made enough carpet fibre to go round the world twice, and it's impossible to lick your own elbow. He'll be passing everything he has learnt this year to his adoring public. If you've never seen a show that makes any sense then make this one your first! (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| MICHAEL MCINTYRE (Wulfrun Hall) | | | Thursday 30th October 2008 - 8pm | | One of the new young breed of British comedians with a fast growing reputation for his affable and original style. Fresh from sell out shows at Edinburgh Festival and the West End, a storming appearance at the Royal Variety Show and appearances on “Mock The Week,” “Eight Out of Ten Cats” and “Have I Got News For You”. He is one of the most likeable comedians in the Country with an acute observational eye and a never ending supply of brilliant gags. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | wulfrun hall | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| DARA O'BRIAIN (Civic Hall) | | | Friday 31st October 2008 - 7pm | | Dara O'Briain is a stand-up comedian, and television presenter, popularly known in the UK for Hosting BBC 2's Mock the Week, and in Ireland for hosting RTE 2's the Panel. He is one the few performers to host succcesful comedy shows in both the UK and his native Ireland at the same time. Described as an astonishingly funny comic, hitting scorching form. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | civic hall | | we also reccommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| PADDY MCGUINNESS (Civic Hall) | | | Saturday 1st November 2008 - 7pm | In August 2008 Paddy hits the road again with his eagerly awaited brand new show 'Paddy McGuinness Plus You'. The new show will have the "plus you" element. Specially invited guests from the area will be hand-picked by Paddy himself to be his new support act! All this plus a winner's cheque for two thousand pounds and a chance to appear in his new live DVD. The competitions will run on Paddy's website www.patrickmcguinness.co.uk and in the local press.
Paddy's last tour 'The Dark Side' was the fastest selling of 2006, taking in 115 sold out dates and selling more than 160,000 tickets! His following live debut DVD entered the comedy charts at No 1 and has currently sold in excess of 250,000 copies. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | civic hall | | we also reccommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| RICH HALL (Wulfrun Hall) | | | Sunday 9th November 2008 - 7pm | | Rich Hall, the grouchy, deadpan, comic genius quit his job as a hurricane namer for the United States Meteorological Service eighteen years ago and has never looked back. Since then he has won an Emmy for writing on The David Letterman Show, won the Perrier Award (the comedy equivalent to a Oscar) with his excellent character Otis Lee Crenshaw, and won the Edinburgh Critics Award, Twice! Looking like a Pearl Jam roadie, Rich is a master of absurdist irony while eschewing the human condition. He particularly likes to lay it on Americans and life across the Pond at every opportunity. The world is a donkey ride to hell and Rich is your tour guide. Rich is well known in the States for his numerous appearances on The Letterman Show and Saturday Night Live. In the UK, Rich has appeared on Have I Got News For You, Jack Dee's Sunday Service, host of The Jack Docherty Show and US reporter for The 11 O'Clock Show. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | wulfrun hall | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| FOR THE LOVE OF MRS BROWN (Alexandra Theatre) | | | Tuesday 11th to Saturday 22nd November 2008 - 7.30pm | | As you have sampled Mrs Brown's trilogy, here is the brand new story with the same great humour and laughter. For one week only, you can see this hilarious show that will have your sides splitting! Having discovered the internet, Agnes Brown accidentally sets up a date with a man she knows only as HairyHarry25. Despite some of her family's protests, Agnes is determined to see her date through. We follow Agnes as she prepares for her big date. Her preparations include learning all over again how to date a man - but this time in the 21st century, where men expect more from a date than they did in her day. So with the help of Winnie, Cathy, Maria and Betty, and despite the objections of the boys in the family, Agnes gets ready for the Valentine's Night date. This includes a radical diet, sex lessons, dressing for the occasion and self defence. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| JIMMY CARR - JOKE TECHNICIAN (Civic Hall) | | | Friday 28th & Saturday 29th November 2008 - 7pm |
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