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John Godber's Teechers Leavers '22 play in South Shields

The comedian is bringing his ‘Greatest Hits’ show to Chorley Theatre on Nov 15

South Shields comedian to bring his new tour show to his hometown

Jamie Hutchinson.

Comedian and podcasting icon is set to perform in South Shields

The Westovian Theatre is hosting open auditions for an upcoming comedy.

South Shields theatre opening its doors for public auditions

Just for Laughs has finished its Montréal edition for 2026

Ad Feature Just for Laughs closes one of its biggest festivals to date

The cast of Cluedo at the Westovian Theatre in rehersals.

Westovian Theatre group in final preparations for Cluedo production

Poster for the show Home, I'm Darling which has now been postponed.

Opening night of Westovians show Home, I'm Darling has been postponed.

Sid James pictured in 1973, three years before his death in Sunderland. (Photo by Keystone Features/Getty Images)

When Sunderland was rocked by the death of comic legend Sid James

I am thrilled to be directing the Westovians for the first time

Chris Ramsey is preparing for a series of huge North East shows.

Chris Ramsey thanks crowds as he returns for homecoming shows

Last call! Final tickets remain for Customs House's Easter panto

Les Dennis as Joe

Les Dennis heading to North East in hit comedy musical

Mike Wardley performed his first headline show at The Stand comedy club in Newcastle.

Meet the comic who's using the power of comedy to help mental health

Comedian Sue Perkins is going on tour with ‘The Eternral Shame of Sue Perkins’ next year

Everything you need to know as Sue Perkins heads to the North East

Chris Ramsey and Jason Cook during a skit as security guards during the 2024 Laffs4Kids show at the Utilita Arena, in Newcastle.

Chris Ramsey set to star in popular North East Christmas comedy show

Ardal O'Hanlon is touring the UK

Comedy royalty coming to North East for 'most personal show yet'
Comedy royalty Ardal O’Hanlon has announced extra dates for his new UK tour, Not Himself. Kicking off in September 2025 and heading all over the UK now up until the end of March 2026.
Charlie Watts

With 49% of Brits unable to watch spooky films without hiding, M&M'S challenges Jedward to a haunted house screening.

Scaredy cats! Brits are scared of spooky horror films

It's the perfect combination of horror, comedy and a touch of splatter for gore hounds, and it should be your quintessential view this Halloween season.

This Halloween horror is a perfect mix of gore and giggles this season

Comedian Jason Byrne is heading to the North East with his new show

You gotta be on your toes says comedian Jason Byrne ahead of NE shows

THE NORTH EAST’S annual tech awards is back for 2025 and this year it’s bringing the laughs.

Mock the Week and Live at the Apollo star to host North East awards

Comedian Russell Kane is taking his latest show HyperActive on the road again for what is an impressive fourth leg!

Exclusive chat with Russell Kane ahead of his North East show

Jack Fox, a South Shields-based comedian, is preparing for his debut solo gig at The Stand, in Newcastle.

I’m following in the footsteps of my South Shields comedian grandad

Author Kay Wilson

I started doing stand-up comedy after a near-death experience

The funny man has a tour due to start soon - but his forthcoming book is set to be a huge success

Peter Kay's October comeback: Simple way to listen in for free

Visiting a theme park is a summer must for 23 per cent for Gen Z

Gen Z's dream summer includes five festivals and four trips abroad

Rosie Jones attends The British Diversity Awards 2025 at Grosvenor House in March 2025.

Comedian Rosie Jones announces new tour and she's coming to North East

Wayne Miller as Dame Hussy Harlot.

Popular pantomime actor is bringing a one-off show to South Shields
A South Shields pantomime actor is bringing a one-off event to his home town.
Ryan Smith

Acclaimed comedian Nick Helm is heading to North East with new tour

Eric Idle to tour the United Kingdom with new show in 2025

Dom Joly is set to bring his memorable characters to stages across the UK in 2025.

Dom Joly set to revive Trigger Happy TV for 25th anniversary tour

Gabrielle is set to play all her biggest hits live on her biggest ever UK tour.

Gabrielle is heading to North East as part of her biggest UK tour

A 102-year-old lady skydiving with an instructor

Top 3 quirky and heart-warming Caught on Camera episodes

A bus conductress collecting fares from a passenger.

When bus conductor roles were phased out in the 1970s

From Peter Kay's celebrated return to stand up to welcome returns of Rhys Darby and Richard Herring, here's our picks of the comedy tours already announced for 2025.

25 comedy tours taking place across the UK in 2025

Deadpool and Wolverine voted number one most popular film of 2024

Films fans can't wait to watch in 2025 - and top films of 2024, study

North East comic legend Bobby Thompson in November 1978.

'More patter than a fortnight's rain' Your memories of Bobby Thompson

Greg Davies and Bridget Christie have been announced at the comedy headliners at Latitude Festival 2025.

Full list of comedians confirmed for Latitude 2025

Jason Manford

I saw comedian Jason Manford in Liverpool and Dion Dublin popped up

Suit you! The tailors and many more beloved characters from 'The Fast Show' are set to tour the United Kingdom in late 2025.

The Fast Show: legendary 90s sketch show set to tour the UK in 2025

Sara Pascoe has announced her first UK tour is set to take place for the first time since 2022.

Sara Pascoe announces huge UK comedy tour throughout 2025 and 2026

Ticketmaster's State of Play report had some interesting facts about what type of humour works well in different areas of the United Kingdom.

What style of humours resonates more with what UK regions?

Halloween costume trends for 2024 and where to buy them

Best Halloween costumes trends for 2024 and where to buy them

Ricky Gervais has announced a series of UK tour dates throughout 2024 and 2025 as part of the filming for his new Netflix special, “Morality.”

Ricky Gervais announces new stand-up tour, "Morality" for 2024 & 2025

A study of 2,000 fans to celebrate the 30-year anniversary of the hit US comedy revealed some of the most iconic scenes from the show, featuring the antics of roommates and neighbours Ross, Rachel, Joey, Phoebe, Monica and Chandler

Top Friends moments revealed as show celebrates 30-year anniversary

Impressionist John Culshaw brings his sell out Edinburgh Fringe show "Imposter Syndrome" to venues across the United Kingdom in early 2025.

Impressionist John Culshaw announces tour of Fringe show for 2025

Comedian, author and podcaster Ian Stone is set to tour the UK before the end of 2024 after his performances at this year's Edinburgh Fringe.

Author and comedian Ian Stone announces UK tour to end 2024

"RuPaul's Drag Race" champion Bianca Del Rio returns to the United Kingdom in 2024, bringing her "Dead Inside" tour to twelve different locations to end the year with.

Where is Bianca Del Rio touring in the UK in 2024 with “Dead Inside?”

First TV Dinners pop-up restaurant opens in London

2024 Mayor for London candidate Count Binface continues his political rallies across the UK this September, promising to Make Earth Great Again (Credit: Provided)

Count Binface continues his to make earth great again this September

Fulwell 73 produced Gavin and Stacey Christmas Special for the BBC featuring business partner James Corden (No. n/a) - Picture Shows: Jason (ROB WILFORT), Stacey (JOANNA PAGE), Gavin (MATTHEW HORNE), Smithy (JAMES CORDEN), Nessa (RUTH JONES), Pam (ALISON STEADMAN), Gwen (MELANIE WALTERS), Bryn (ROB BRYDON), Mick (LARRY LAMB) - (C) GS TV Productions Ltd - Photographer: Tom Jackson.

Breaking Gavin and Stacey to return for final time

Ollie Maddigan performing in The Olive Boy.

Edinburgh Fringe show The Olive Boy set to perform in South Shields

Finn Forster.

Comedy and musical variety heads to County Durham

That's The Show starring Carl Hutchinson will premiere at Tyneside Cinema.

South Tyneside comedy legend confirms film premiere at Tyneside Cinema

Little Red Riding Hood

Credit: Wycombe 89

The Customs House Easter show was the most fun I’ve ever had at panto

Comedian Carl Hutchinson.

South Shields comedian to star in documentary about life on the road

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