Comedy / Previews
Picks of the month – November
Rob Newman’s New Theory of Evolution
Comedian, writer and activist presents his first full comedy show for seven years, talking us through the 150-year controversy in evolutionary theory and exploring how the latest science demonstrates that DNA is not destiny.
Colston Hall
is needed now More than ever
November 6 & 7
Mark Thomas: Cuckooed
The unparalleled polemicist returns with this comedy of betrayal – telling his true story of how Britain’s biggest arms manufacturer, BAE Systems, came to spy on a comedian. A tale of hubris, planes, demos and undercover deceit told by an award winning performer.
Tobacco Factory Theatre
November 12 & 13
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What the Frock
Latest instalment of this thriving all-female comedy night, featuring feisty, plain-speaking British Muslim comic Shazia Mirza and the dry, witty and hugely likeable Aisling Bea (pictured).
The Lantern
November 14
Stand Up and Boogie
Friday and Saturday nights at Riproar’s new city-centre home. Guests this weekend include Sully O’Sullivan, a physical, upbeat NZ comic who’s strong on audience interaction.
Riproar
November 21 & 22
Roger Monkhouse
Consummate stand-up with a trademark stage-prowling style. Monkhouse’s comedy ranges from the incisive and clever to the downright daft – but he always looks sure-footed whatever the terrain.
Hen & Chicken
November 29
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