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AtoMIC Comedy: LGBTQ+ & Friends
AtoMIC Comedy is bringing a vibrant lineup of LGBTQ+ comedians to the Clubhouse, celebrating diversity and inclusivity with a series of hilarious shows. This exciting event promises to bring cool, colourful queer vibes to the city, featuring top local and visiting LGBTQ+ comedians.
Comedy Clubhouse · 10 Oct 2026
Michelle Wolf Live! (OCTOBER Dates Announced)
Michelle Wolf is set to bring her new stand-up comedy material to The Comedy Clubhouse in an upcoming hour-long show. Fans can catch her live performance on designated dates in October.
Comedy Clubhouse · 7 Oct 2026
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Workshop di stand-Up in italiano
A stand-up comedy workshop in Italian is being held to teach aspiring comedians the art of delivering jokes while standing up. The workshop promises to help participants master the skills needed to succeed in the world of stand-up comedy.
Comedy Clubhouse · 11 Oct 2026
AtoMIC Comedy: LGBTQ+ & Friends
AtoMIC Comedy is bringing a vibrant lineup of LGBTQ+ comedians to the Clubhouse, celebrating diversity and inclusivity with a series of hilarious shows. This exciting event promises to bring cool, colourful queer vibes to the city, featuring top local and visiting LGBTQ+ comedians.
Comedy Clubhouse · 10 Oct 2026
Jordan Brookes: The Part of You That's Always Screaming
Jordan Brookes' latest show "The Part of You That's Always Screaming" is a darkly comedic exploration of mental health, relationships, and existential crises, showcasing the innovative comedian's unique style and wit. The show, which premiered at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, has been gaining attention for its bold and unapologetic take on the human experience.
Chortle · 9 Oct 2026
‘I’m lovingly making fun of everyone I’ve ever met’: on the set of Leo Reich’s gen Z sitcom
The comedy wunderkind shot to fame with his show Literally, Who Cares?! and a role in Lena Dunham’s Too Much. Now he’s bringing his take on self-involved zoomers to the TV screen. Just don’t call him
The Guardian · 9 Oct 2026
Crazy Rich Asians to become a TV series
The popular rom-com film "Crazy Rich Asians" is being adapted into a TV series, with the exact details still under wraps, but fans are eagerly awaiting the news. The show is expected to bring the same blend of humor, romance, and high-stakes drama that made the movie a global hit.
Chortle · 9 Oct 2026
America remakes Ludwig
ABC orders a pilot episode
Chortle · 9 Oct 2026
30/60
Comedy fans in Toronto are being given the chance to curate their own 60-minute show featuring 30 sketches from the hit Canadian comedy troupe, Second City. The interactive event, titled "30/60," allows attendees to vote on the order of the sketches, promising a unique and unpredictable comedy experience at the Second City Toronto venue.
Comedy Clubhouse · 8 Oct 2026
Susan Calman: Tall Tales
Comedian Susan Calman is back on the road with her first tour in ten years, "Tall Tales", which sees her sharing hilarious stories about her life, love, and everything in between. The show has been getting rave reviews, with critics praising Calman's unique blend of wit, charm, and self-deprecation that has audiences in stitches.
Chortle · 8 Oct 2026
Adam Kay revives This Is Going To Hurt live show
Comedian Adam Kay is reviving his hit live show "This Is Going To Hurt" to celebrate ten years since his memoir of the same name was published. The show, which is based on Kay's experiences as a junior doctor, will likely return to London's West End and other UK venues.
Chortle · 8 Oct 2026
Prime Video to air Ed Gamble's second stand-up special
Comedian Ed Gamble is set to release his second stand-up special on Prime Video, which was recorded in Salford last year. Fans of the British comedian can look forward to more of his witty humor and unique perspective in the upcoming special.
Chortle · 8 Oct 2026
Can Ali G: Who Iz I? save character comedy cinema?
Sacha Baron Cohen’s new film risks being outdated in a more rancorous era. But could it restore the personality-driven genre to big screens or end it altogether? For a man whose campaign slogan was on
The Guardian · 8 Oct 2026
Michelle Wolf Live! (OCTOBER Dates Announced)
Michelle Wolf is set to bring her new stand-up comedy material to The Comedy Clubhouse in an upcoming hour-long show. Fans can catch her live performance on designated dates in October.
Comedy Clubhouse · 7 Oct 2026
Harriet Kemsley: Floozy
Comedian Harriet Kemsley's latest tour "Floozy" has been making audiences laugh with her outrageous stories and witty observations, particularly about her dating life. The show, which is currently touring the UK, stopped by the Leicester Square Theatre in London, leaving fans in stitches with her unapologetic humor.
Chortle · 7 Oct 2026
Revealed: The guest stars in Ellie And Natasia series two
Comedy fans can finally rejoice as Ellie White and Natasia Demetriou's popular sketch show has announced its return with a star-studded lineup featuring some of the UK's most talented comedians, including Phoebe Robinson and Jessica Knappett. The highly anticipated second series of Ellie and Natasia will premiere at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, bringing laughter and joy to audiences after a four-year wait.
Chortle · 7 Oct 2026
Gnomes review – Asa Butterfield takes on murderous garden ornaments in pulpy horror-comedy
Rightly described as ‘Gremlins meets Hot Fuzz’, this fun series has the high-spirit and gusto one hopes for in a show about evil killer gnomes One can never trust marketing materials to accurately des
The Guardian · 7 Oct 2026
As You Like It review – there are no mere players in the RSC’s ravishing all-male escapade
Royal Shakespeare theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon With a WWE-style wrestling match, playful eroticism and a fine cast including Hamilton’s Jonathan Groff, this is an exquisite production ‘To liberty, and
The Guardian · 7 Oct 2026
Amol Rajan to guest host Have I Got News For You
Journalist Amol Rajan is set to guest host the popular BBC comedy news show "Have I Got News For You" after being temporarily "banished" from Channel 4's reality series "Celebrity Traitors". The move marks a return to the world of comedy for Rajan, who has previously appeared on the show.
Chortle · 7 Oct 2026
Comedian Dave Hughes to stop speaking at Liberal party events over political donation concerns
Entertainer alleges complaint made about ‘in-kind’ donations over Victorian fundraisers, where he has been railing against Labor Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast Dave Hughe
The Guardian · 7 Oct 2026
Emer Maguire: Perfectly Chaotic
Emer Maguire's stand-up set at the Women In Comedy festival was a hilarious and unpredictable ride, showcasing her unique ability to balance clever writing with perfectly timed chaos. The Dublin-born comedian's performance left the audience in stitches, with her unapologetic humor and sharp wit making her a standout at the festival.
Chortle · 6 Oct 2026
New dates for The Fast Show Live
Comedian Charlie Higson is reviving his hit show The Fast Show Live with new dates announced for London's Eventim Apollo, following similar announcements from fellow comedians Bianca Del Rio and Lee Peart. Fans can catch the hilarious revival, which promises to deliver the same fast-paced humor and wit as the original series, at the Eventim Apollo in London.
Chortle · 6 Oct 2026
Jon Stewart on Trump and AI tech bros: ‘Stop lying to us’
Late-night hosts discussed the frightening rise of AI and how Trump is choosing to target voters for the midterms Late-night hosts took aim at Donald Trump’s close ties to the AI industry and his flai
The Guardian · 6 Oct 2026
Hannah Waddingham joins The Choir
Hannah Waddingham is joining the cast of The Choir, a new comedy series starring James Corden and Ruth Jones, as a guest star. The show is set to feature a talented ensemble cast, although no other details about Waddingham's character or storyline have been revealed yet.
Chortle · 6 Oct 2026
V/H/S/Mixtape review – murderous puppets pull the strings in mixed bag of gory music-themed mini-movies
Metal band Gwar host this instalment of the horror series, which serves up darkly humorous movie morsels that would struggle to frighten a toddler The latest in the long-running horror-feature series
The Guardian · 6 Oct 2026
Wummy
Charis King's one-woman play "Wummy" took the stage at the Women In Comedy festival in Melbourne, Australia, showcasing the comedian's raw and honest storytelling. The play delves into themes of identity, family, and culture, with King's sharp wit and poignant observations leaving audiences in stitches and tears.
Chortle · 5 Oct 2026