The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins

The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins

You may know her as Bake-Off Sue, Taskmaster Sue, Just A Minute Sue, or the Sue that gives you travel envy – but stand-up Sue is full of surprises. In this brand-new show, she shares the unlikely happenings from a career in the spotlight.

What’s the fallout when your pituitary gland goes haywire on live TV? How do you convince the public you didn’t really fall onto that hoover attachment? And when intimate photos get splashed all over the internet, how do you switch the shame to dignity and joy?

In her first live show in over a decade, Sue delivers a hilarious treatise on stigma, humiliation, and misunderstanding.

George Lewis: The Best Thing You’ll Ever Do

Described as “the funniest dad on Instagram”, stand-up comedian George has racked up hundreds of millions of views for his hilarious online sketches about the big things in life, like owning an air fryer, watching a David Beckham documentary, and the excruciating experience of trying to do a jigsaw with your kid.

Now he’s bringing his brand new stand up show to the stage. It won’t just be about parenting though, because he has done loads this year. He’s bought a new hoover, watched some more stuff on Netflix… loads.

Between #makingmemories with his kids, George has also appeared on The Stand Up Sketch Show and Comedy Central Live, written a best selling book (Don’t Panic! All the stuff the expectant dad needs to know) and has supported Romesh Ranganathan, Tom Allen, Russell Kane and Josh Widdicombe on their national tours.

So, activate the parents’ WhatsApp groups, dump the kids with whoever is willing to have them, and join George for a brilliant night out.

Two Mr Ps in a Podcast: Live – Let That Be A Lesson

Two Mr Ps in a Podcast: Live
LET THAT BE A LESSON…

Join the Two Mr Ps as they take their award-winning podcast back on the road with “Let That Be A Lesson…” Prepare for an evening filled with laughter as they share more hilarious stories and anecdotes about the challenges teachers, parents, and school staff face while working with the most unintentionally funny comedians of all—children.

Drawing from their uproarious classroom experiences, as well as the most embarrassing, cringeworthy, and downright hilarious tales from educators across the UK, the Two Mr Ps will have you laughing until your cheeks hurt. And just like in school, audience participation is encouraged!

Mr P has been a primary school teacher for over 17 years and is one of the leading voices for teachers and school staff in the UK. He continues to work part-time in school and delivers training nationwide and internationally. With his unique blend of practical tips and humorous insights into classroom life, he has become one of the most followed teachers on social media.

Since launching their podcast in 2018 with his younger brother Adam, Two Mr Ps in a Podcast has become the UK’s number one education podcast, amassing over 7 million listens. They’ve penned three books, “Put A Wet Paper Towel On It, This is Your Own Time You’re Wasting and How To Survive The School Year.” All of which have been Sunday Times Best Sellers.

Don’t miss this chance to see the Two Mr Ps live—it’s a lesson in laughter you won’t want to miss!

“Had a great night even though I’m not a teacher. Laughed so much my cheekbones are hurting!”

“Absolutely loved it!! Some of the stories”

“Thank you for a great night! Laughed so much and a few snorts too!”

“What a night! My face still hurts from laughing so much!”

Baga Chipz: ‘Chip Off the Old Block’ Tour

After the success of the ‘Material Girl’ and ‘Much Betta!’ tours, Baga Chipz is Back! Bigger, louder and MUCH BETTA than ever!

Expect an evening of live vocals; belting out big band ballads, disco classics and songs you’d sing down the pub with the nation’s number one tart. Plus a special segment dedicated to her dear friend The Vivienne.

If you ain’t a fan of dirty foul jokes and absolute smut then walk on by as this x-rated comedy extravaganza is not one for the faint hearted and is going to be VERY VERY ARSH!

So, come and party with the council estate princess herself and celebrate a 20-year career from queen of the boozers to international superstar! With stories and tales ranging from meeting the Queen to the backstage goss on RuPaul’s Drag Race! Expect a night of sequins, wigs, feather boas and big jewellery, as this is a show for all the huns to dance around their handbags and go wild in the aisles. Together with an audience Q&A this is a show not to be missed. So she’ll see ya at the theatre for the best knees up in town! (Or in the ciggy area).

EXCLAIMER – LEAVE YOUR KIDS AT HOME!!!

Late Night Comedy at Middleton Hall

LATE NIGHT COMEDY AT MIDDLETON HALL…
Featuring Mat Ricardo, Vicky Butterfly, Wayne Trice and Oliver Tabor.

It’s a late-night spectacle like no other with a dazzling, hour and a half, blend of comedy, burlesque, magic, and jaw-dropping juggling.
West End Magic is direct from London’s West End. An award-winning sensation and currently on a UK wide tour.

There’s comedy, glamour, thrills and loads of surprises, it’s the ultimate after-dark entertainment, starting at 10pm and there’s mesmerizing pre-show, close-up, right under your nose magic in the bar from 9.30pm.

“Outstanding” Trip Advisor
“A fabulously entertaining show that will amaze and delight” London-Baby.com
“Mat Ricardo –Breathtaking” The Evening Standard

3 Drag Queens

The show includes:
Naughty games
Bingo with naughty prizes to be won
Fantastic drag queens
Dancers
Live singing
Hilarious comedy
Sensational lip syncing
Raffle
Disco
and much more

Josh Jones: I Haven’t Won The Lottery So Here’s Another Tour

After his 2023/24 sell-out smash tour Gobsmacked, this marvellous Manc is back with his best show yet.

A TV favourite, and now an aspiring doctor’s wife, Josh Jones is now knee deep into his 30’s and nothing thrills him more than a Greggs Sausage Roll and an M&S food shop. Living a more sedate life isn’t without its challenges though – he’s still trying to earn his cat’s respect!

Josh is hitting the road with a show packed full of laughs and he’s keeping it light – nothing super political, nothing controversial and it’s definitely not going to change your life, but you can be sure of a fab night out filled to the brim with jokes about history, cats, his love of wrestling and much more. Please come, he’d really like to buy a new sofa.

Star of Would I Lie To You? (BBC1), The Jonathan Ross Show (ITV), 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (CH4), Comedy Central Live, Out of Order (Comedy Central), House of Games (BBC2), Battle in the Box (Dave), Dancing On Ice (ITV), The Stand Up Sketch Show (ITV2) and much, much more.

The Word is Terry Christian

Relive the ‘90s! Relive The Word!

Award-winning Broadcaster, Comedian and writer Terry Christian, celebrates the legendary TV show, The Word with a unique one-man comedy show.

With some rarely seen clips and a no-holds-barred Q&A, Terry hosts this stand-up performance that delves into the iconic and quintessentially ‘90s ground-breaking and hugely influential TV show.

Launched in August 1990 on Channel 4, The Word both revolutionised ‘youth TV’ and predated ‘reality TV’ by a decade. With its goal being to create something new and exciting, The Word pushed the conventional boundaries of broadcasting to court controversy and outrage the establishment.

Combining a diverse mix of cutting-edge bands like Nirvana, Oasis and Snoop Dogg, irreverent and anarchic interviews of A-lister guests including Whitney Houston, Dave Chappelle, Bill Hicks, Rikki Lake and Oliver Reed. Plus, stories from the margins of society, and downright bizarre and outrageous studio stunts, The Word soon became loved by its target audience and loathed by the press in equal measure.

“Christian himself is a natural and fantastically self-deprecating stand-up. He has found a natural home on the stage – a welcome reinvention for him and a great evening of laughs for those in the audience.” (The Huffington Post)

“This hilarious romp through the guilt-ridden, and occasionally dark, realms of life is another brave step for Terry. He brings all the maverick qualities that made him a media bête noire in the 90s, via C4’s The Word, to deliver an honest, funny and sometimes profound stand-up performance.” (The Yorkshire Post)

“Easy to watch, intelligent and funny for that. A great night out.” (Yorkshire Times).

Always championed by UK audiences, Terry Christian was voted 2nd in Celebrity Big Brother in 2009, sharing household duties with the likes of Coolio, LaToya Jackson and Ulrika Johnson.

Terry has appeared on many other TV shows including 8 out of 10 Cats, Would I Lie to You, The Staying in Show, You’ve Been Watching, Have I Got News for You, Room 101, Fantasy Football, The 11 O’clock Show, plus RTE’s The LateLate Show, The Panel Show and Zig & Zag. He has also been a regular panellist on C5’s topical The Wright Stuff and Jeremy Vine.

Terry appeared more recently in The Great Christmas Bake Off, which was a Channel 4 40th anniversary special, broadcast on Christmas Eve 2022. In fact, he has never really been off the TV ever since those crazy days of The Word! He has also featured on Radio 4 comedy shows including News Quiz, Joe Lycett’s It’s Not What You Know, as well as Chain Reaction with Kevin Bridges.

Tim Minchin – Songs The World Will Never Hear

Tim Minchin, the incomparable singer-songwriter, pianist, comedian, actor, musical-theatre composer-lyricist and soft-hearted provocateur, is thrilled to be going back on tour with his ironically titled new show, Songs The World Will Never Hear. The tour marks the 20th anniversary of his explosive arrival onto the British comedy scene in 2005.

Get ready for an evening packed with unforgettable songs and stories, as Minchin looks back on how a Perth cabaret pianist ended up building one of the most eclectic and extraordinary careers in entertainment. Delivered with his signature blend of razor-sharp wit, musical virtuosity, and disarming honesty, the set list will draw from three decades of unique songwriting.

From comedy classics to tear-jerking Christmas songs… from boobs to existentialism… from fast fingering to free will… there’s nothing quite like an evening in the company of Tim Minchin.

Tim Minchin said: Incredibly, many of my UK fans have been by my side for two decades. They have never flinched as I’ve turned corners and reinvented myself, always engaging open-heartedly with whatever I have to offer. I’m the luckiest artist on the planet, and I can’t wait to be back to deliver a big joyous show, spanning the whole bloody thing.”

Funny Friday Valentines Weekend

14 Feb 2025, 19:00 – 23:00

SAM HARLAND

JENNY HART

DOM HATTON-WOODS

ALASTAIR BARRIE

Food available and the bar is open until late!

Live Comedy Night

Live Comedy returns in February to bring us yet another packed line up of comedians from across the country. You wouldn’t think it, but dive makes an incredible setting for comedy nights. Our small space is just right for around 40 chairs facing the stage! The last few have been amazing! The biggest laugh of all is that it’s only £8 for 4 comedians!!! That’s £2 a comedian!!!!

Patrick Monahan – The Talkinator

Must see Edinburgh Fringe favourite stand up comedian!

It’s the year 2024 and there’s a lot of talk about AI taking over humans. Only one man can out-talk the chat-bots & robots. One hour of standup comedy written by a human, performed by a human……..Edinburgh Fringe favourite Patrick Monahan is back on tour!

Patrick is a comedian with an established career that blends TV appearances with solo stand up Tours alongside Festivals and circuit sets

Everybody’s favourite comedian, Patrick Monahan’s high energy style combines with hilarious, engaging, topical and observational material to make a fun evening out! Known for working a room, Patrick is adored by all audiences with whom he makes an effortless connection!

**** “I defy anyone who was there not to leave with a smile on their face, Patrick is just one of those comedians. You just have to have a good time”

ONE4REVIEW

**** “A definite must see!”

EDINBURGH FESTIVALS MAGAZINE

***** “hilarious without being outrageous”

THREE WEEKS

**** “Monahan is somewhat of a legend in Fringe terms. Patrick is a loveable, likeable comic. He loves to chat, he loves to get to know his crowd and he loves to entertain and make his audience laugh. And he always succeeds.”

ONE4REVIEW Edinburgh 2024

Bi-Curious George: Queer Planet

Award-winning drag king and London’s loveable nature boy, Bi-Curious George, invites you into a raucous celebration of queerness and the animal kingdom.

Repeat sell out performances at Edinburgh Fringe 2023, previously performed at Southbank Centre, Soho Theatre and Kew Gardens, this show aims to shatter the heteronormative binaries through which we view the natural world; a love letter to nature, combining stand up comedy, parody songs and drag in the form of a nature documentary.

Playbill’s Top Picks of the Fringe 2024.

“Full of energy and charm’’ Graham Norton

Lyn Gardner’s Picks of the Week, VAULT Festival

★★★★★ Theatre and Other Things
★★★★★ EdFringe Review
★★★★★Get The Chance Wales
★★★★ Theatre Weekly
★★★★Reviews Hub
★★★★ The Scotsman

Priority booking only until 15/01/2025