Murder, She Didn’t Write
Move over, Sherlock! In Degrees of Error’s improvised murder mystery YOU become the author and watch your very own Agatha Christie-inspired masterpiece unfold on stage
Returning to The Wardrobe Theatre after multiple sell-out runs, Murder She Didn’t Write provides “one of the funniest evenings you’ll have in some time” (Ed Fringe Review). The talented Degrees of Error allow you to unleash your literary prowess, to create an original and hilarious improvised murder-mystery. They use your suggestions, evidence ideas and for … More Murder, She Didn’t Write
Eshaan Akbar
Every Friday evening Chuckle Busters hosts a lovingly curated selection of comedians at The Wardrobe Theatre
ESHAAN AKBAR An intelligent and engaging performer, Eshaan Akbar has established himself as an exciting voice on the UK comedy scene. A winner of the Piccadilly Comedy Club New Comedian of the Year 2016, Eshaan has been in the finals of many other prestigious competitions and received rave reviews for his 2018 Edinburgh Fringe show … More Eshaan Akbar
Story Slam
Bristol's true storytelling event, presented by Story Slam: Bristol - held on the third Sunday of every month
Story Slam’s ticketing and price increase announcement A hugely popular community driven storytelling event, Story Slam is where you can hear people’s amazing true stories told live on stage. All stories are told by volunteers from the audience. Put your name in the hat for a chance to tell a story, or just head along … More Story Slam
Adventure Bureau
A brilliantly fun interactive storytelling show for ages 3-8 and their families, presented by Katie Storer and Simon Panrucker
Katie and Simon are coming on a special trip from the Adventure Bureau, an ancient organisation whose job it is to create all the adventures EVER! With the help of your biggest (and smallest) ideas, they will weave a totally improvised story complete with an improvised soundtrack and songs. The audience decides what elements go … More Adventure Bureau
Ear Trumpet Folk Club: Bella Hardy – Hello Sammy Acoustic Tour
Acclaimed songwriter and traditional music luminary with humanist hymns, ancient Chinese poems and feminist battle cries
Ear Trumpet Folk Club: Regular intimate, sit-down gigs with some of the greatest musicians from around the globe. Bella Hardy, acclaimed songwriter and traditional music luminary, released Hey Sammy in November 2017, a record that bears the stamps of extensive musical expeditions far from home. Humanist hymns, ancient Chinese poems, feminist battle cries, and the … More Ear Trumpet Folk Club: Bella Hardy – Hello Sammy Acoustic Tour
Fin Taylor: When Harassy Met Sally
Chuckle Busters presents an evening with one of the country's most popular comedians
Star of Comedy Central’s Roast Battle and Live From The Comedy Store, Fin Taylor, is off on tour with a brand new show. His finger’s still on the pulse, except now he doesn’t know whether that’s flirting or harassment. Fin has quickly established himself as one of the most original voices on the comedy circuit, … More Fin Taylor: When Harassy Met Sally
Ginger Beer
Grindr. Fisting. Drugs. All whilst staying fabulous. Being gay isn't easy - An exciting new show by Limerence Productions
Being gay isn’t easy. For Sammy and El it’s even harder, with an obsessive lad and a lovesick teen following them around. Between gay male saunas, chemsex parties and the pursuit of the perfect dick pic, Ginger Beer explores the difficulties of the gay male scene with vibrancy, honesty and warmth. Limerence Productions is an … More Ginger Beer
Let Me Look At You
Stand-up meets solo theatre in this personal story from the gay “movement” - presented by the double Fringe First winning Starving Artists Theatre Company
Q: What’s so funny about being gay? A: Let Me Look At You. Grounded in history and battered by camp, a fifty-something gay man shares his misadventures while quietly having a nervous breakdown himself. On the fiftieth anniversary of the UK’s Sexual Offenses Act, Starving Artists offers up the oft-ignored warning: things haven’t changed all … More Let Me Look At You
Fern Brady
Every Friday evening Chuckle Busters hosts a lovingly curated selection of comedians at The Wardrobe Theatre
FERN BRADY Fearless writing and lighting fast wit make Fern Brady an exceptional comedian, whose bizarre true life tales and insightful observations always make for a comedy set like no other. Fern has performed stand up on numerous TV shows including Live from the BBC and Live at The Apollo (to be aired in 2018). … More Fern Brady
Sharp Teeth
Sundays at The Wardrobe Theatre: Stimulate your Sunday brain by coming down to Sharp Teeth's monthly night of many genres
For the last four years Sharp Teeth Theatre have been bringing together theatre, storytelling, poetry and music to create a night of riotous Sunday fun. They’ve had raps about stolen bikes, poems about cottaging, performances from drag kings, new writing about women who climb the shard, and improvised storytelling about Lance Armstrong getting lost in … More Sharp Teeth
Lo Fi Funky Space Quest
Return To The Unknown: An intergalactic interactive cosmic adventure from Babyhead Tom and DJ Cheeba, for ages 3-10 and their families
Calling all intergalactic little humans! If you are full of super human energy and imagination, we need you! Babyhead Tom and DJ Cheeba are looking for an eager crew of space cadets to help them on their latest mission into the depths of space. Who knows what new surreal planets and bonkers alien species we’ll … More Lo Fi Funky Space Quest
Treehouse Of Horror – Closer Each Day: The Improvised Soap Opera
Halloween Special of the unplanned, unscripted & unconventional cult comedy show
CLOSER EACH DAY – OTHER PERFORMANCES HERE Closer Each Day: The Improvised Soap Opera is the world’s longest improvised narrative having run at The Wardrobe Theatre fortnightly for over 7 years and nearly 150 episodes. The show is a live, spontaneous and unique theatrical experience performed fortnightly by Closer Each Day Company and co-produced by … More Treehouse Of Horror – Closer Each Day: The Improvised Soap Opera
Pundemonium
Into innuendo? Dabble in double-entendre? A punning gameshow by Rachel Mars and Daniel Pitt
A hilarious live game show full of PUNishing linguistic challenges for compulsive punners and their carers. Join us for competitive wordplay in this groan-off with guest pundits including performers, comedians, poets and writers to compete alongside members of the public for the ‘Thesaurus Rex’ trophy and a place in the Grand Final. Got appundecitis and … More Pundemonium
An Indian Abroad
A new solo show by Pariah Khan, directed by Manga Theatre's Eduardo Gama
Stifled by life in middle-class India, Krishnan is desperate to see more of the world. He takes a year out from his studies to visit the exotic island of Great Britain. Keen to seek out the locals, he wants to learn about life through their eyes. What does Krishnan’s journey teach him about the world? … More An Indian Abroad
Lash Stackers present… The Infinite Narcissism of Xtravaganzah
The Shade Pullers & Lash Stackers Social Club presents an evening with one of the UK's very best drag artists
Your favourite, fabulous 70’s working mens’ club is back and this time, back by popular demand, we have a brand new feature length show from your holy local Virgin Mary. In 2014, The Virgin Xtravaganzah descended from Heaven because heaven was boring and full of Christians… #NotTheLook. She tried to find heaven on earth, but … More Lash Stackers present… The Infinite Narcissism of Xtravaganzah
Harry & Chris Save The World
A special night of spoken word and live music from world poetry slam champion Harry Baker and jazz musician Chris Read
After sell-out runs of their 2016 and 2017 shows at the Edinburgh Fringe, Harry Baker and Chris Read have been featured three times on ‘The Russell Howard Hour’ (Sky) and have been touring regularly around the UK. Last year they prevented a apocalypse and got a panda pregnant, so they are now drunk on comedy-rap-jazz … More Harry & Chris Save The World
Missing Pieces: Clubland by Roy Williams
A series of script-in-hand performances showcasing classic and new plays by Black British, Caribbean and African writers
Missing Pieces is a series of monthly staged play readings showcasing Black British, Caribbean and African work from new writing to classics. Missing Pieces brings Black theatre to Bristol, and brings work seen in London and elsewhere to the Bristol stage. A Missing Pieces Season brings you plays that are already published, performed, a cultural … More Missing Pieces: Clubland by Roy Williams
The Death Hilarious present Alterwise By Owl-light: A Night Of Comedy
A fabulous night of comedy presented by Chuckle Busters
Crotchety double dose The Death Hilarious present their new work-in-progress ‘Pony Cum Transfer’. A genre-defying, confusing 45 mins that retells the Old Testament through stolen footage from David Attenborough’s most recent colonoscopy. It might not work. Also featuring David Jason, if he wants to see his boy alive again. As heard on BBC Radio 4. … More The Death Hilarious present Alterwise By Owl-light: A Night Of Comedy
Blahblahblah: White
Koko Brown explores the vital concept of mixed-race privilege and what it means to grow up a mixed-race woman in contemporary Britain, with spoken word support from Deanna Rodger
Showcasing the UK’s best spoken word performers, presented by Bristol Old Vic, Tangent Books and Anna Freeman – monthly Mondays The first in a trilogy of fully-devised shows from Roundhouse alumnus Koko Brown, WHITE explores the vital concept of mixed-race privilege and what it means to grow up a mixed-race woman in contemporary Britain. Expect … More Blahblahblah: White
Ear Trumpet Folk Club: Mairearad Green & Anna Massie
Two of Scotland’s most revered multi-instrumentalists, accordion, bagpipes, guitar, banjo and fiddle combine with a highly energetic performance and an instantly warm and friendly stage presence.
Ear Trumpet Folk Club: Regular intimate, sit-down gigs with some of the greatest musicians from around the globe. Two of Scotland’s most revered multi-instrumentalists, Mairearad Green (accordion and bagpipes) and Anna Massie (guitar, banjo, fiddle) are a truly captivating duo, providing a highly energetic performance with an instantly warm and friendly stage presence. Having played … More Ear Trumpet Folk Club: Mairearad Green & Anna Massie
Lovely Girls
Comedic dance-theatre company The Hiccup Project present an insight, celebration and ode to being a woman in the 21st century (work-in-progress)
Chess and Cristina are The Hiccup Project, a comedic dance-theatre company. People commonly refer to them as ‘the lovely Hiccup girls.’ It’s got them thinking… It’s been 100 years since (some) women got the vote. This was a (bit of a) step towards gender equality, but how liberated are women today? After diving into the … More Lovely Girls
WORKSHOP with The Hiccup Project
Gain an insight into the award-winning The Hiccup Project's practices of fusing dance, theatre and comedy
A highly energetic, dynamic and playful class exploring the voice as well as the body – gaining an insight into the The Hiccup Project’s practices of fusing dance, theatre and comedy. Our workshops are centred around pushing and developing physicality with intention and/or specific qualities. We will focus on the enjoyment and pleasure in movement, … More WORKSHOP with The Hiccup Project
Queen C*nt: Sacred or Profane?
An absurd comedy sketch show from China Blue Fish and Deborah Antoinette
‘Feminism encourages women to leave their husbands, kill their children, practice witchcraft, destroy capitalism and become lesbians…’ Come and see us do all of this – and more! Venus is about to collide with Earth! A multi-character melange of opinion paints the stage rainbow coloured, sequined, hairy and fleshy pink. Blending music, comedy, drag, movement, … More Queen C*nt: Sacred or Profane?
Nincompoop
Sundays at The Wardrobe Theatre: A face-achingly funny monthly night of alternative comedy where anything can happen and quite often does
The South West’s best and most absurd alternative comedy event, Nincompoop showcases the very best new ideas in comedy, clowning, fooling, slapstick, mime, audience participation, mischief and tomfoolery. Hosted by an array of loveable idiots including Deirdre Me and Bertie Boulevard, previous Nincompoops have included: speed dating with alphabetti-spaghetti, an invisible plate spinner, a bride’s … More Nincompoop
The Snow Baby
Soap Soup Theatre the makers of The Pixies' Scarf and The Owl & The Pussycat's Treasury of Nonsense present a magical children's show for ages 3-8 and their families
Deep in the remote snowy forest an icy wind blows and snowflakes fall from the sky. Doris and her Bear Man live on the hill, alone but happy. Wrapped up in a snowy smother, they are in love. But when the snowstorm comes, Doris’ Bear Man disappears! How will Doris survive by herself in a … More The Snow Baby
Closer Each Day: The Improvised Soap Opera
The unplanned, unscripted & unconventional cult comedy show continuing the world's longest improvised narrative every other Monday
SPECIALS: Treehouse Of Horror Halloween Special: 29th October 2018 – TICKETS 150th Ever Episode Special: 28th January 2019 – TICKETS Valentine’s Special: 11th February 2019 – TICKETS Easter Monday Special: 22nd April 2019 – TICKETS Closer Each Day: The Improvised Soap Opera is the world’s longest improvised narrative having run at The Wardrobe Theatre fortnightly … More Closer Each Day: The Improvised Soap Opera
TOURING: Rocky Shock Horror
A fabulous comedy-drag-boxing-musical extravaganza from The Wardrobe Theatre, makers of Reservoir Mogs and Goldilock, Stock & Three Smoking Bears - on tour to Tobacco Factory Theatres
Tobacco Factory Theatres – Tickets Tolmen Centre, Cornwall – Tickets Theatre Royal Plymouth – Tickets The North Wall, Oxford – Tickets Norwich Playhouse – Tickets Tickets for Salisbury Playhouse on sale soon. It’s a hook to the left! And then a jab to the right! Let’s do the time-warp back to 1976; a world without … More TOURING: Rocky Shock Horror
Flo & Joan: Alive On Stage
Chuckle Busters presents a handpicked selection of top comedians at The Wardrobe Theatre
Following a sell-out run of their critically acclaimed 2017 show The Kindness of Stranglers, musical comedy duo and sisters Flo & Joan are travelling the country with a new hour of their dark and witty songs. Winner: Best Musical Act – Leicester Comedy Festival 2018 Winner: Best Music and Variety Act – Chortle Awards 2018 … More Flo & Joan: Alive On Stage
We Are Brontë
Morecambe & Wise meets David Lynch in Publick Transport’s brilliantly funny and madcap interpretation of the Brontë myth
Inspired by the real and imaginary worlds of the Brontës, two performers combine rigorous physical theatre with anarchic comedy to deconstruct not only gothic themes of love, madness and revenge, but also themselves. Expect wind, spooky houses and really bad coughs. “A mini comedic masterpiece… ambitious, risk-taking, edgy, just downright different.” ★★★★★ StageTalk Magazine “Masters … More We Are Brontë
Ear Trumpet Music Presents: Dakhla Brass (plus Spindle Ensemble)
Weaving glittering brass threads into intricate musical tapestries like no other band, propelled by restless percussion drawwing on jazz, brass band, Arabian and second-line Mardi Gras: ‘Mumur’ Album Launch
Ear Trumpet Music Presents: Regular intimate, sit-down gigs with some of the greatest musicians from around the globe. DAKHLA BRASS Dakhla Brass return to The Wardrobe Theatre to showcase their brand new and most expansive album yet – ‘Murmur’. As well as marking the addition of a sixth member, in the form of brilliant double-bassist … More Ear Trumpet Music Presents: Dakhla Brass (plus Spindle Ensemble)
Oedipuss In Boots
A devilishly funny anti-Christmas comedy from The Wardrobe Theatre, the company that spawned Reservoir Mogs, Rocky Shock Horror and Goldilock, Stock & Three Smoking Bears
As lightning cracks at the summit of Mount Olympus, the royal kitten Oedipuss is cursed with the prophecy of killing his father and marrying his mother. Outcast, this brave puss must go on an incredible adventure of self discovery, encountering crooks and charlatans, terrifying monsters and outrageous villains as Oedipuss tries to unlock the complex … More Oedipuss In Boots
Milk Busters
Chuckle Busters and Milk Poetry join forces to bring you a night of poetic comedy and comedic poetry with a selection of the very best names in stand up and spoken word
Full line-up TBC very soon.
Ear Trumpet Folk Club: Bruce Molsky
One of the most revered ambassadors for America’s old-time mountain music, with an expansive discography including 7 solo albums, a dozen collaborations and 2 Grammy-nominations
Ear Trumpet Folk Club: Regular intimate, sit-down gigs with some of the greatest musicians from around the globe. He’s a self-described “street kid” from the Bronx who bailed on college and big city life for a cold-water cabin in Virginia in the 1970s. His mission? To soak up the passion that was dramatically upending his … More Ear Trumpet Folk Club: Bruce Molsky
Blah Humbug’s Queer Christmas
Blahblahblah's festive special celebrates Christmas by bathing in the wit, wonder and wisdom of some of our favourite LGBT+ spoken word artists, featuring Toby Campion and more
Showcasing the UK’s best spoken word performers, presented by Bristol Old Vic, Tangent Books and Anna Freeman – monthly Mondays With the novelty knitwear out in force and blinding LEDs tarting up the streets, escape the festive foreplay with our annual Blah Humbug’s Christmas Special. This year we’ll be celebrating by bathing in the wit, … More Blah Humbug’s Queer Christmas
The Sleeping Trees Nativity: A Christmas Sketch Show
Award-winning comedy trio Sleeping Trees present a fast, funny and festive selection of brand new sketches - from the makers of hit comedy shows Mafia?, Western?, Sci-Fi? and World Tour
Chuck on your favourite Christmas jumper, load up on figgy pudding and join the chaps for an evening of the heartiest festive laughs. Mary, Joseph, Baby Jesus, Shepards, Wise Men, Angels, Donkeys, Santa Claus, Elves, Snowmen, Reindeer, The Queen and Bono will all be making an appearance in this brandy butter-soaked selection of brand new … More The Sleeping Trees Nativity: A Christmas Sketch Show
Christmas Tales With Granddad
Exquisite puppets and captivating storytelling combine to create an enchanting and magical Christmas show guaranteed to spark the imagination of years 3-8 and their families, presented by Pickled Image
Bursting with heart-warming storytelling and festive cheer, Christmas Tales With Granddad creates the sense of an intimate fireside in the theatre, with Granddad welcoming imaginative input from the audience as he weaves 3 brand new tales. A magical a feast of festive stories including a special pair of Christmas pants, the mystery of the snowflake … More Christmas Tales With Granddad
Death of a Restaurant
The unofficial funeral for every Little Chef, presented by Megan Clark-Bagnall
B. 13/10/1958 – D. 31/01/2018 Sermon by: Mr & Mrs Lord We are Megan and Owen and in 2017 we visited every Little Chef. That means ALL of the surviving, but not thriving Little Chef restaurants. Travelling at maximum speeds of 65 miles per hour, in our beloved bright red 1986 Bedford Rascal mini-van, we … More Death of a Restaurant
Show & Tell
A comedy night with a difference! Open mic nights can be laddy, exclusionary and quite frankly we are sick of penis* jokes - Show & Tell by Sophie and Lucy Bishop is a friendly platform that encourages new performers (especially women!)
Show & Tell has a different theme each time, and you can experience the best of Bristol’s new talent through a series of short 5 minute performances. You can even participate in the Q & A after each performer’s slot. Show & Tell performers bring an artefact with them to pass around, or sometimes they … More Show & Tell
Polyester
An honest, moving show that will transport you into the heart of an Irish family by Emily Souter Johnson
What do a measuring tape, a priest with a clamped car and a polyester frill have in common? They all mean something to Emily. Follow Emily Souter Johnson on a heart-warming story of love and laughter to find out what that is. She will take you on a journey back to Dublin, back in time, … More Polyester
Zoe Lyons: Entry Level Human
Chuckle Busters presents an evening with one of the country's most popular comedians
She’s a regular on Mock The Week and a much-loved figure on Live at the Apollo, as well as being all over Radio 4 – for whom she’s making her very own series in 2018, after extensive stints on The News Quiz, Just A Minute, The Now Show and plenty more. All this makes it … More Zoe Lyons: Entry Level Human
Ear Trumpet Music Presents: The Once
Indie-folk trio bringing together their Newfoundland roots with something altogether modern
Ear Trumpet Music Presents: Regular intimate, sit-down gigs with some of the greatest musicians from around the globe. Indie-folk trio The Once bring together their Newfoundland roots with something altogether modern. Pure, understated but never lacking in heart, the band have scooped a trio of Canadian Folk Awards, two JUNO nominations and even toured with … More Ear Trumpet Music Presents: The Once
The Bearpit
Kopfkino’s debut piece utilises contrasting text and movement to investigate what happens when a community stops talking to each other
The night is young. The world is ending. The relationship is exploding. Publicly, Flora and Nic are the perfect couple. Privately, they haven’t spoken to each other in months. As the Glaciers melt and the rain begins to fall, they’ve got one night to settle the scores. One of them is going to crack. The … More The Bearpit
The Paper Cinema’s Ghost Stories: Tales Of The Supernatural
A wintery show for long, dark nights, live film animation company The Paper Cinema present a bewitching new production based on ghostly tales from around the country
Beguiling pen and ink drawings are magically brought to life in real time by two puppeteers and a projector to create a unique, animated film. They are joined by a hugely talented ensemble of multi-instrumentalists (including violin, guitar, musical saw and live looping) performing the atmospheric soundtrack live on stage. Discover what happened when the … More The Paper Cinema’s Ghost Stories: Tales Of The Supernatural
John-Luke Roberts: All I Wanna Do Is…
Chuckle Busters presents an evening with one of the country's most popular comedians
All I Wanna Do Is [FX: GUNSHOTS] With a [FX: GUN RELOADING] and a [FX: CASH REGISTER] and Perform Some Comedy! One of the Edinburgh Fringe’s most celebrated talents of recent times sets out on his first full national tour. John-Luke Roberts’ show this year was a complete sell-out run and one of the most … More John-Luke Roberts: All I Wanna Do Is…
Bristol Playwright Festival 2019
Join Bristol-based Elvin Acting Theatre Company for their annual Bristol Playwright Festival as they take over The Wardrobe Theatre!
Be part of bringing playwrights, actors, directors and all lovers of theatre together to celebrate new writing! Festival Workshops – From 10am Your morning will involve Festival Workshops for you to take part in, covering all things theatre. For any age or ability level, opportunities will include creative writing, acting, lively discussions and slam poetry … More Bristol Playwright Festival 2019
Monster
A toy and puppet theatre exploration of cinematic horror from Croon Productions, creators of the fantastic puppetry Western, SPAGHETTI!
LOOK OUT! Classic cinematic monsters have escaped their retirement home! Who will save the world from this onslaught of evil? Why does the car never start? Why does the girl ALWAYS fall over when she runs and why isn’t she wearing enough clothes? Can Chuck, Nancy and their friends discover the weak spot of each … More Monster
Unmythable
Heroes, monsters and randy gods go head-to-head in a hilarious and unforgettable journey through the greatest stories ever told - by Out Of Chaos
One show. Three actors. All the Greek myths. An anarchic blend of comedy, cross-dressing, stories and songs, Unmythable returns to the UK after a sell-out European and New Zealand tours and an award-winning run at the Edinburgh Fringe. Are you ready to be a legend? WINNER – Three Weeks Editors’ Award “Stupidly entertaining.” The Guardian … More Unmythable
Heather & Harry
Just in time for Valentine's Day, Stumble Trip Theatre present a genre-blending, gender-bending story of LOVE told by all-singing, all-dancing Lecoq-trained clowns
Heather is cast from heaven by her gangster rapper husband, Zeus. Finding herself in the midst of London’s very sad, mad, bad inhabitants, she seeks solace in the lonely cockney philosopher Harry. Harry shows Heather the beauty amid the chaos. Combining mime, cabaret, theatre and impressive rapping Heather & Harry is an extremely silly unpicking … More Heather & Harry
Ad Libido
Join Fran's quest for a "normal" sex life - featured in The Guardian's Best Shows of Edinburgh Fringe 2018, written and performed by Fran Bushe, presented by Voxie
Fran wants to fix sex. No matter how many wonder-cures she tries, how many trips to the doctor or offers of help from friends, she doesn’t feel like her fire’s been lit. Sometimes it hurts. Join Fran on this “relentlessly hilarious” (★★★★ The Stage) quest, with songs, as she pursues a satisfying sex-life. Expect toe-tapping … More Ad Libido
The Star Seekers
An out of this world adventure for ages 3-8 and their families - After a summer residency at National Theatre, The Wardrobe Ensemble's Star Seekers return to Bristol Space Station!
Have you ever dreamt of flying to the moon? Meeting an alien? Becoming an astronaut? Join star seekers Alph, Betty and Gammo on a journey through space where you take the steering wheel! Inspired by our childhood wonder of the universe, The Wardrobe Ensemble and The Wardrobe Theatre have created a unique theatrical experience for … More The Star Seekers
Blahblahblah: Ruth Cockburn – Love Letters From Blackpool
Through songs, recorded interviews, found love letters, poetry and stories this comic tale of Blackpool will make you fall back in love with this famous seaside town.
Showcasing the UK’s best spoken word performers, presented by Bristol Old Vic, Tangent Books and Anna Freeman – monthly Mondays Twice nominated for best show at Leicester Comedy Fest and Manchester Fringe Top 10 Shows to see at EdFringe 2018 Sunday Post “Impossible not to be won over by this hosts charm.” ★★★★ One4Review “She’s … More Blahblahblah: Ruth Cockburn – Love Letters From Blackpool
George Egg: DIY Chef
A stand-up comedian who cooks food, surprisingly good food, live on stage using unconventional methods and unexpected equipment - he makes you laugh too
In DIY Chef a health scare sees George banished from the family kitchen, but relocated to the garden shed his imagination and resourcefulness lead him to build an improvised kitchen there instead. During an inspiring and inventive evening of stand-up, live cooking and comedy lecture George prepares a breakfast, a lunch and a dinner using, … More George Egg: DIY Chef
The Cabinet of Madame Fanny Du Thé
Riddlestick Theatre present a riotous musical comedy celebrating curiosity and imagination with a miscellany of tall tales handpicked by you - featured in The Guardian's Best Shows of Edinburgh Fringe 2018
Tales of woe, tales of science, tales of curses, tales of defiance. Also, some juggling. Reach into Fanny’s cabinet for a musical voyage of hilarity. But beware! Somebody’s out to sink her ship. Riddlestick Theatre are dedicated to tickling fancies with weird and wonderful stories and enchanting live music. Roll up your sleeves and choose … More The Cabinet of Madame Fanny Du Thé
Steve Bugeja: Almost
Chuckle Busters presents an evening with one of the country's most popular comedians
Steve Bugeja was voted “most likely to be forgotten” at school (the reunion was in February, apparently). To prove his former classmates wrong, he hits the road for his third and largest UK tour to date with Almost, following three critically-acclaimed shows and direct from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. ‘Almost’ sees Steve trapped on a … More Steve Bugeja: Almost
Dirty Words
A music and dance duet, a visual monologue, an exploration of communication by Cornwall's brilliant Cheap Date Dance Company
Exploring the filth, fun and aftertaste of our everyday interactions, Dirty Words is a humorous, intellectual, visceral experience that leaves you contemplating your own individual modes and forms of communication. A crash landing of self-expression, communication, humour, action and reaction through live music, dance, theatre and digital media. This visual monologue questions the physical, verbal, … More Dirty Words
This Is Your Musical
Inspired by YOUR suggestions, Bristol Improv Theatre's stunning improvisers, singers and musicians create a brand-new, never-before-seen, smash-hit musical right before your eyes!
Every performance of This Is Your Musical is totally unique. Each night, a cast of professional actor/singer/improvisors accompanied by a fantastic band of talented musicians create a brand-new, hilarious, smash-hit musical inspired by YOUR stories. Formed in 2017 out of Bristol Improv Theatre where they have been performing regularly to sold out audiences, This Is … More This Is Your Musical
Kiri Pritchard-McLean
Chuckle Busters presents an evening with one of the country's most popular comedians
You might have seen Kiri on Comedy Central at the Comedy Store, The Russell Howard Hour or heard her on The Now Show. You might have no idea who she is, that’s fine too. What you should know is, she’s very quietly been going mad for a few years and, to borrow a phrase from … More Kiri Pritchard-McLean
Two, Four, Six, Eight!
Shoofly Theatre presents a funny and charming journey into the world of numbers for ages 3-8 and their familes, by Katie Sykes and Craig Edwards
Craig has been invited to his best friend’s birthday party. There is an invitation to read, presents to wrap, cakes to buy and a house to find. Who will explain the rules of Musical Chairs? Will there be enough balloons? Using music, toys and far too much wrapping paper, Shoofly Theatre have created a funny … More Two, Four, Six, Eight!
Rob Auton: The Talk Show
The award winning stand-up comedian and poet returns with another heart-felt and offbeat comedy/theatre/spoken word show that explores talking
Following on from his shows about hair, sleep, water, faces, the sky and the colour yellow, Rob now turns his attention to talking because he is ready to talk about talking. Since 2012 Rob has chosen a specific theme for his shows and challenged himself to create an hour of material about each subject. These … More Rob Auton: The Talk Show
Girl(ing)
Witness exciting new company Run Like Stags' rebellious semi-musical exploring a forgotten piece of British feminist history - follow one woman's journey from Ipswich underdog to game-changing punk hero
It’s 1859. Penny-farthings are everything. Big Ben is ringing out with British pride for the very first time and housewife Mary Ann is the new ‘Son’ of God. But Mrs Girling isn’t your everyday Victorian lady, she’s a booze-hocking, hat-making sinner… That is, until a fabulous man in an impressive pair of wings makes an … More Girl(ing)
Bottom
Willy Hudson's funny, honest and open-hearted storytelling yanks the lid off the queer experience
Locked in his bathroom during a tragic third date, Willy Hudson asks: are you a top or a bottom? Bottom is about bums, Beyoncé and burnt fish fingers. Join Willy for a queer coming-of-age remix, as he questions if ‘bottom’ in the bedroom means ‘bottom’ in life – and whether Beyoncé can help put his … More Bottom
Glenn Wool: Wool’s Gold II (The Iron Pirate)
Chuckle Busters presents an evening with one of the country's most popular comedians
Comfortably in his forties, award-winning comedian and new dad Wool delves into his back catalogue of material spanning 25 years to perform some of his more subversive routines. Does he still agree with those points of view or has he finally grown up? Plus a little navel gazing tossed in for the arty-farty types. “Lethally … More Glenn Wool: Wool’s Gold II (The Iron Pirate)
WOMANS (like Romans but with a ‘W’)
What will one woman do to go down in history? The brilliant new show from Exeter's Scratchworks Theatre, makers of Great Train Robbery
It’s 46BC, Ancient Rome. Our hero, Leta has been declared a traitor by the Roman Senate. She is given a punishment worse than death “Damnatio Memoriae” – to be erased from history. Whilst noble Gladiators and infamous Emperors around her are becoming legends, her name will be scratched out and forgotten forever. But with the … More WOMANS (like Romans but with a ‘W’)
Andrew Maxwell: Showtime
Chuckle Busters presents an evening with one of the country's most popular comedians
With Showtime Andrew continued his long run of domination of the Edinburgh Fringe. A memorable cocktail of personal stories, astute political observations and the odd surprise foray into character cameos, it won yet another barrage of five-star reviews for one of the festival’s most universally acclaimed acts. Now, it’s ‘showtime’ for the rest of the … More Andrew Maxwell: Showtime
Blahblahblah: Theresa Lola and Jess Green (Plus Support)
An exciting night of spoken word with the 2017 Hammer & Tongue National Slam Champion and the 2018 BBC Slam Champion
Showcasing the UK’s best spoken word performers, presented by Bristol Old Vic, Tangent Books and Anna Freeman – monthly Mondays Theresa Lola is a British Nigerian poet, events programmer, workshop facilitator and accountant. She is the joint winner of the 2018 Brunel International African Poetry Prize and has been shortlisted for the 2017 Bridport Poetry … More Blahblahblah: Theresa Lola and Jess Green (Plus Support)
Les Gloriablès
Following on from the success of Gloriator and Glorilla, comedy duo Spitz & Co are proud to present the third and final show of their trilogy
Inspired by Victor Hugo’s classic novel, Les Misérables, legendary French actress Gloria Delaneuf is determined to create a piece of theatre with the power to reunite Europe. She has dreamed a dream, and her hapless assistant Josephine Cunningham is going to help her make it happen. Vive la Revolution! “Riotous slapstick and immaculate comic timing.” … More Les Gloriablès
Police Cops In Space
Multi award-winning company Police Cops' Edinburgh Fringe sell-out show and winner of 'Amused Moose Outstanding Show Award 2018' is a comedy blockbuster; an 80’s low-fi sci-fi set in the most dangerous place on Earth... Space!
After his father is killed by an evil robot, Sammy Johnson, the last Police Cop in the universe, blasts off in an unmanned escape pod. Now on a distant planet, Sammy must team up with alien fighter pilot Ranger and his trusty Cyborg C9 as they embark on an intergalactic adventure across the galaxy to … More Police Cops In Space
Nutty Noah
Bringing his own brand of side-splitting nuttiness, Nutty Noah’s award-winning show includes cheeky original songs, crazy juggling and amazing magic for children 3-8 and their families
Come along, take a seat, get ready and go nuts with Nutty Noah at this fabulously funny, musical and magical entertainment show. Bringing his own brand of side-splitting nuttiness to The Wardrobe Theatre, Nutty Noah’s award-winning show includes cheeky original songs, crazy juggling and amazing magic. If you ask him nicely, he will even balance … More Nutty Noah
Vulvarine
A slick and hilarious new superhero musical from Fat Rascal Theatre - 'Who can stand up to the tampon tax and stop the Mansplainer? Vulvarine, saviour of womankind!'
Bryony Buckle is astoundingly average. Her days are filled with mind numbing office work, thinking about lunch and lusting after Orson Bloom from IT. But following a dose of hormone therapy gone wrong and a well-timed bolt of lightning, Bryony gains superhero abilities and a brand-new persona: Vulvarine, saviour of womankind! Where is all the … More Vulvarine
The Jurassic Parks
Superbolt Theatre present their sell-out multi-award winning laugh-out-loud spin on Spielberg’s classic - an epic adventure of show-stopping, spine-tingling theatrics and megalithic mayhem
Welcome to the unlikely setting of Lyme Regis Community Centre, where the Park Family – Terry, Jade and Noah – embark on a journey to a misty past. Where, when things go wrong, family feuds are faced with the rapturous roar of DIY dinosaurs. This laugh-out-loud spin on Spielberg’s classic is a theatrical celebration of … More The Jurassic Parks
Stella & The Starshiners
Open Attic Company, creators of the beautiful Much Ado About Puffin, present a magical new adventure for ages 3-8 and their families where we make unexpected new friends and reach for the stars
In a secret place at the top of everything stands the tallest mountain in the world. On the peak of the mountain sits a tiny little village. In the centre of the village leans the tallest ladder in the world. At the bottom of the ladder is Stella. Stella is afraid of heights. With their … More Stella & The Starshiners
Blahblahblah: Dead or Alive Slam
Witness a battle of words and wit as 3 the UK's leading slam poets challenge 3 the UK’s most beloved, celebrated and sadly dead poets
Showcasing the UK’s best spoken word performers, presented by Bristol Old Vic, Tangent Books and Anna Freeman – monthly Mondays Witness a battle of words and wit as three of the UK’s leading – and very much alive – slam poets challenge three of the UK’s most beloved, celebrated, and sadly dead poets (brought back … More Blahblahblah: Dead or Alive Slam
The Long Walk Back
The epic story of an international sporting star’s catastrophic fall from grace, by Dougie Blaxland - produced by RoughHouse Theatre and Live Wire Theatre
Based on real live events, The Long Walk Back tells the epic story of an international sporting star’s catastrophic fall from grace. England cricketing all-rounder Chris Lewis enjoyed a meteoric rise to fame and fortune in the 1990s playing 85 Tests and One Day Internationals for England. He seemed on the verge of greatness when … More The Long Walk Back
The Deep Sea Seekers
After stunning audiences at National Theatre with The Star Seekers, Alph, Betty and Gammo are back for their third adventure! A brand new family show for ages 3-8 from The Wardrobe Ensemble and The Wardrobe Theatre this Easter Holidays
Have you ever dreamt of swimming with a pod of dolphins? Having an arm wrestle with an octopus? Exploring the depths of the ocean in a high-tech submarine? Join The Wardrobe Ensemble and The Wardrobe Theatre for an enchanting, interactive journey across the seven seas where YOU take the steering wheel! Following on from the … More The Deep Sea Seekers
Lloyd Griffith: All-Rounder
Chuckle Busters presents an evening with one of the country's most popular comedians
After the success of his sold out 2017/18 UK tour, comedian, choirboy and host of Soccer AM, Lloyd Griffith is back on the road with his hilarious new stand-up show. Expect jokes, dubious impressions, jokes, a bit of choral singing, jokes, maybe a fact about a Cathedral, jokes and probably the story about about that … More Lloyd Griffith: All-Rounder
Beyond The Ridiculous
Holly Stoppit and Beyond The Ridiculous return to The Wardrobe Theatre for a 3-night celebration of the human condition!
Beyond The Ridiculous perform ‘Fooling’, a solo improvisation form, where the fools use their own real life stories, feelings and thoughts as source material, choosing from a rage of performance techniques, including storytelling, character-work, clowning, physical theatre, movement and live music to create audaciously authentic, gob-smackingly resonant, instant theatre. Audience Reaction: “I felt like people … More Beyond The Ridiculous
Andrew Lawrence: Clean
Chuckle Busters presents an evening with one of the country's most popular comedians
Andrew Lawrence, star of Live at The Apollo and Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow and UK comedy’s foremost contrarian takes a break from all the controversy in this new show. No politics. No religion. No smut. No swearing. Just great jokes and good clean fun. RECOMMENDED SHOW – British Comedy Guide 2018 “Master of dark humour and … More Andrew Lawrence: Clean
Endless featuring N:Dless
An entertaining, irreverent, clever and saucy coming-of-middle-age music mock-umentary for the stage by Cornwall's Trifle Gathering
Collaborating with performers and musicians from Kneehigh Theatre and Punchdrunk, Trifle Gathering’s latest show merges live music, comedy, pop videos and documentary interviews into a tale of very little sex, a smattering of drugs and the unexpected phobias from a life of rock and roll – a coming of middle age music documentary for the … More Endless featuring N:Dless
Nick Cope
With songs about dogs eating soap and dragons called Keith, the popular Nick Cope returns to The Wardrobe Theatre to perform his special live music gig for children
Nick Cope is a professional singer and songwriter, and has over 20 years of experience in music, including international success as lead singer and songwriter with The Candyskins in the 1990s. For close to 10 years Nick has been writing, performing and recording music for children and their families and has established a fanatical army … More Nick Cope