Stewart Lee

NINE LESSONS AND CAROLS FOR CURIOUS PEOPLE Returns to Kings Place
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024

The Cosmic Shambles Network has announced the return of Nine Lessons and Carols for Curious People, Robin Ince’s iconic seasonal extravaganza. Learn more here!

Final Lineup Revealed For UNCANNYCON 2024
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2024

Danny Robins has announced updates to the line-up for UncannyCon 2024, the fan convention devoted to his multi-million download Uncanny podcast and TV show exploring real-life stories of supernatural encounters, now in its second year.

Stars Will Celebrate Steve Brown at London's Savoy Theatre in September
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2024

On Monday 16th September at London’s Savoy Theatre stars from the world of music, comedy, film and TV will get together to celebrate the life and music of their friend, composer and lyricist, Steve Brown who died earlier this year. Tickets go on sale at 10am on Monday 17th June.

Comedian Dima Watermelon Will Bring His Ukrainian Dream Debut Stand-up Show To Edinburgh Fringe 2024
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2024

Like all stand-up comedians, Dima Watermelon has a dream… his dream runs deeper than bringing his debut stand-up hour to Edinburgh Fringe 2024. But he's doing that, too.

Rob Auton Brings THE EYES OPEN AND SHUT SHOW to The Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024

Off the back of a critically acclaimed and sell-out run at last year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe, award-winning comedian, writer and podcaster Rob Auton will bring his 11th hour to the Fringe with The Eyes Open and Shut Show.

Leamington Lamp Teams Up With Comedian Stewart Lee For Fundraising Show
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 20, 2024

LEAMINGTON LAMP partners with comedian STEWART LEE for a special fundraising show. Join them for an evening of laughter and support a great cause.

Glasgow International Comedy Festival Reveals Full Lineup
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jan 10, 2024

Glasgow International Comedy Festival (GICF) has revealed its full 2024 programme.

James Acaster Included in New Shows Announced for Hackney Empire in 2024
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 18, 2023

Artistic Director Yamin Choudury and the whole team at Hackney Empire have announced details of some of the shows and events now on sale for 2024, including comedy, music, spoken word, live podcasts, youth talent shows, charity galas, and youth focussed provision, as part of the Creative Futures programme.  

Glasgow International Comedy Festival Announces Huge Headliners
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Nov 29, 2023

Glasgow International Comedy Festival (GICF) has announced its return with huge headliners set to once again transform Glasgow into the ‘funniest city in the world’ from 13th - 31st March 2024.

KNOW MY NAME: Australian Women Artists Begins National Tour in Regional Victoria
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2023

The National Gallery of Australia's newest touring exhibition – Know My Name: Australian Women Artists – has begun a two-year tour of regional Australia.

Theatr Clwyd Reveals Spring 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2023

Theatr Clwyd has announced its Spring Season. With the capital re-development making great strides, shows continue to take place in Theatr Mix. Theatr Clwyd will also take shows and activities across the county and touring Wales. The venue will produce three productions in this stellar season, Kill Thy Neighbour, Constellations and Rope, led by three Welsh directors.  

STRANGER SINGS, SHREK, MY LIFE IN MUSICALS, and More Set For the Belgrade Theatre Coventry's 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2023

The Belgrade Theatre Coventry has revealed details of what’s coming up in 2024. Learn more about the full upcoming season lineup here!

HEATHERS, FOOTLOOSE, and More Set For Darlington Hippodrome's Autumn Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023

Darlington Hippodrome has launched an autumn season of shows for all ages and tastes. Learn more about the lineup of performances and find out how to get tickets here!

Interview: 'The Fringe Forces Me to Only Care About Standup.' Horatio Gould on Performing SWEET PRINCE at the Fringe
by Kat Mokrynski - Aug 29, 2023

Recently, BroadwayWorld had the chance to sit down and chat with Horatio Gould about his show, Sweet Prince. We discussed how he got into the world of comedy, what it has been like developing the show over the past few years, and advice he has for anyone looking to bring their show to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

EDINBURGH 2023: Review: THE OXFORD REVUE WILL SEE YOU NOW, Just The Tonic at The Caves
by Mark Carnochan - Aug 25, 2023

The Oxford Revue, one of the most prestigious and well known student comedy groups in the UK, arguably rivaled only by The Cambridge Footlights when it comes to the alumni that has came from their hallowed halls, with the likes of Rowan Atkinson, Stewart Lee, Maggie Smith, Armando Iannucci and members of Monty Python being past members of the troupe. With such big boots to fill, one would expect an hour of tightly packed sketch comedy and laughs a-plenty. Unfortunately, audiences don't recieve much of either.

Photos: First Look Images for Wils Wilson's Production of MACBETH at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Aug 23, 2023

The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) have released first look images for Wils Wilson’s production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, which is currently in previews at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon, with press night on Wednesday 30 August.

Stuart Lee to Rewrite 'Rubbish' Scene in MACBETH for RSC
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jul 10, 2023

Comedian and screenwriter Stewart Lee will rewrite a contemporary version of the Porter scene, featuring Alison Peebles as the Porter, in Wils Wilson’s upcoming production of Shakespeare’s gripping and brutal tragedy, Macbeth.

Paul Chowdhry Makes Edinburgh Fringe Debut With FAMILY FRIENDLY COMEDIAN
by Stephi Wild - Jun 29, 2023

Award winning comedian and PudCast host Paul Chowdhry makes his highly anticipated return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe - his first full month run in 11 years. This year, Paul will be bringing his hit show ‘Family Friendly Comedian*’, following a nationwide sold-out tour which he later extended due to phenomenal demand. 

Dance Artist Lewys Holt Takes On Everyday Phrases At The Camden Fringe Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2023

Dance artist Lewys Holt is bringing his hit show Phrases to the Camden Fringe Festival on 11th-13th August at the Hen & Chickens Theatre in London, a one-man dance, multimedia and spoken word performance exploring the anxiety and confusion in language and miscommunication.

EDINBURGH 2023: RAMALAMA DING DONG Q&A
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jun 19, 2023

BWW catches up with Roshi Nasehi to chat about bringing Ramalama Ding Dong to the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.