North East Comedy News

 Nic Wright

Ha Ha Hadrian’s Wall Walk to return in 2015

Ha Ha Hadrian’s Wall Walk to return in 2015

Between Thursday 21 and Thursday 28 May, a group of comedians will walk the length of the historic Roman wall, performing free stand-up shows in several venues along the way.

 Steve Drayton

In cyberspace everyone can hear you whinge

In cyberspace everyone can hear you whinge

Jesting About is supporting comedy voices in the North East, not taking advantage of them.

Steve Drayton on why Jesting About is supporting comedy voices in the North East, not taking advantage of them.

 Andrew Dipper

Barnard Castle enters the Tonezone

Barnard Castle enters the Tonezone

Alternative comedy hero Tony Law has added a new North East date to his latest stand-up tour.

 Nic Wright

Alan Davies confirms Middlesbrough date

Alan Davies confirms Middlesbrough date

On Friday 30 October 2015, the comic and QI star will return to the venue following his previous visit to Teesside in November 2013.

 Andrew Dipper

Silly Billies kisses goodbye to the Cumberland

Silly Billies kisses goodbye to the Cumberland

After a glorious 16-month reign at the Byker pub, Silly Billies are packing their bags and moving on to pastures new.

 Andrew Dipper

Behind The Curtain – with Hilarity Bites promoter Neil Jollie

Behind The Curtain – with Hilarity Bites promoter Neil Jollie

“Eventually the bubble will burst with TV’s infatuation with comedy, and the live circuit has already started to constrict, but the quality shows and promoters will certainly continue and find an audience.”

 Nic Wright

Count Arthur Strong announces Newcastle show

Count Arthur Strong announces Newcastle show

BBC One’s Count Arthur Strong is to bring his new show to Newcastle’s Tyne Theatre and Opera House.

 Nic Wright

Tyneside tribute to Stan Laurel

Tyneside tribute to Stan Laurel

A hotel on Tyneside is to mark the 50th anniversary of Stan Laurel’s death with a special event.

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