Norfolk Events

Jamie Hutchinson: Can My Mate Come? He's Sound
2026-09-01 19:30 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Norwich Theatre Playhouse, 42-58 St Georges Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 1AB, United Kingdom
Podcasting cult hero. “Wetherspoons’ own Hunter S. Thompson” (British Comedy Guide)
Following his record-breaking Waterslide tour, Jamie Hutchinson is back with Can My Mate Come? He’s Sound. — a brand-new hour of unfiltered mayhem, questionable logic and emotional chaos held together by takeaway boxes and blind optimism.
Waterslide was a “masterclass in self-caricature” (British Comedy Guide). Now Jamie returns. Older? Technically. Less hair? Absolutely. Wiser? Absolutely not.
Armed with a bottomless pit of mad stories, misjudged decisions, and a unique ability for making the absurd feel profound, Jamie delivers what the British Comedy Guide called “rapid-fire gag-darts”.
Whether you’re a fan or just here because someone said “He’s Sound!” – good luck. You’re on his night out now.

The HandleBards: As You Like It
2026-09-04 19:30 - 21:00
Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set, props and costumes on the back of their bikes, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK.
Join the troupe at Norwich Theatre Playhouse for a fantastically funny bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’.
What’s the play about? Well – Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee to the Forest of Arden, where they bump into Rosalind’s love interest Orlando. However, Rosalind is disguised as a young man. Cue some local Shepherds getting involved and the stage is set for a wild ride of wooing, hilarious mistaken identity and the odd wrestling match.

Lucy Porter - Let Yourself Go!
2026-09-05 19:30 - 22:30
Festival favourite Lucy returns with a brand new show about the power of letting yourself go, in every sense. Whether that means embracing your wrinkles and love handles whilst living in a slanket or having a couple of babychams and dancing like nobody’s watching (and if you’re a middle-aged woman, they’re probably not). It’s also about letting go of the person you’ve always thought you were and using your midlife crisis to pursue new goals and reinvent yourself.

Michael Spicer - Hope All's Well
2026-09-06 19:30 - 21:00
Michael Spicer, the online sensation who brought you the award-winning viral hit The Room Next Door, brings another hilarious and brilliantly entertaining satirical stage show packed with sketches, short films and stories about why we’re witnessing such a gigantic political and global sh*tshow, featuring characters from his BBC Radio 4 show ‘No Room’ as well as some old friends too.

Neil Delamere - Reinventing the Neil
2026-09-09 19:30 - 21:30
Our comedic adventurer returns with a brand new standup show, packed to the brim of tall tales and hilarious stories.
Join the star of the Blame Game, Live at the Apollo, QI and Celebrity Chase as he ponders the eternal question, if it ain’t broke should he fix it?

Twelfth Night by The Pantaloons
2026-09-10 19:30 - 21:30
“Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them!”
Get in a fight. Cross-dress. Throw on some yellow stockings. Love can make you do the funniest things…! The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company present their own brand of Shakespearean mayhem in the Bard’s comedy of fools, duels and dual identities. Family-friendly fun with live music and audience participation.

Bowjangles: Classically Untamed
2026-09-11 19:30 - 21:30
Genre defying string quartet Bowjangles bring their trademark irreverent mix of physical comedy, improbable dancing, soaring vocals and, of course, virtuosic string playing to their latest show: “Classically Untamed”.
A jam packed celebration of their favourite routines from the last 18 years together that has taken them from The Royal Festival Hall to Glastonbury Festival, via Off-Broadway NYC, a tour of China, International Street Festivals and the Edinburgh Fringe.
Along the way they’ve appeared on the BBC, ITV and Sky News, picked up multiple awards (including Mervyn Stutter’s Spirit of the Fringe) and garnered plenty of 5 star reviews.

Ginger Johnson: Show Pony
2026-09-12 20:00 - 22:00
You’ve seen her in the Masterchef kitchen… You’ve seen her on the Drag Race runway… Now it’s time to see her in her element: outrageous, untamed and completely off the reins.
Following the explosive success of her smash hit 2024 tour ‘Ginger Johnson Blows Off!’, the nation’s silliest sausage is back on the road with her brand new live spectacular: Show Pony!
Promising high camp, low morals, and double helpings of her trademark ridiculousness, Show Pony is a barnstorming night of whip-smart comedy and top-tier talent that proves why Ginger is one of Britain’s most beloved queens.

Larry Dean: Hellbent
2026-09-15 20:00 - 22:00
Recently married, emotionally feral.
The Gallus Glaswegian Goon returns with a riotous show about refusing to grow up.
As seen on SNL, Live at the Apollo, QI and The Royal Variety Performance.

Jon Udry is Having a Ball
2026-09-16 19:30 - 21:30
There are jugglers. There are comedians. And then there is Jon Udry. Now he is bringing his unique and award-winning combination of juggling and comedy to a full-length solo show.
Fresh from winning an award at the Brighton Fringe for the show, Jon will now be showcasing his charming, frank, funny and unique combination of tricks and jokes to audiences across the country.
Whether he is wowing the audience with his ability to juggle a dazzling number of clubs, rings or balls;amusing them with his mix of stripping and juggling; or captivating them with his ‘drops’routine, Jon never fails to leave crowds in stitches,blending his technical mastery with comedic flair in a performance that is as unpredictable as it is unforgettable.

Superstar - A Musical Evening with Ben Forster
2026-09-18 19:30 - 21:30
The winner of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Superstar Ben Forster will perform the hits of the West End in his new tour next autumn.
Ben, who won the ITV show in 2012 and went on to become one of the West End’s leading men, will sing songs from hit musicals The Phantom Of The Opera, Evita, Jesus Christ Superstar, and many more.
The tour follows the release of Ben’s new record – Musical’s Greatest Hits, on Westway Music.
The Sunderland-born star hit the big time when he won Lloyd Webber’s talent search, going on to take the leading role in the sell-out arena tour of Jesus Christ Superstar.
Playing the title character in Lloyd Webber’s musical adaptation of The Phantom of the Opera, more success followed. There were other hits before and after – including Grease, Thriller – Live, The Rocky Horror Show, Evita, Elf, and more.
In this this new intimate show, Ben will perform the songs that made him a star – as well as sharing captivating stories about his life in the limelight.
Ben said: “It’s almost 14 years since I won Superstar so now will be a great time to look back at my career since then, and share the songs from musical theatre that are so special to me.”

Jazz Emu: The Pleasure Is All Yours
2026-09-19 19:30 - 21:30
Musical meteor Jazz Emu was born to please you.
Total and Utter Audience Satisfaction is his middle name – finally, after a long and financially ruinous Deed Poll process.
But he’s feeling uneasy. A review described his last show as ‘a bit much’. What? Was his seventeenth stage-dive too tastefully executed? Not this time. This time, he’s living up to his middle-namesake.
Following a tour of the US, a triumphant Edinburgh Fringe run and sell-out runs in London, Jazz Emu is back on tour with a brand new musical odyssey.
Jazz Emu rose to prominence online – with his videos and songs receiving 100s of millions of views/streams – before bringing his special brand of comedy mastery to the real world. He has since featured on 8 Out of 10 Cats does Countdown, won a host of awards and been listed as the 26th Funniest Comedian of the 21st Century by the Telegraph.
His latest show was among the Best Reviewed Shows at Edinburgh Fringe 2025 (British Comedy Guide) and was listed as one of The Guardian’s Golden Shows to See at Edinburgh Fringe 2025.

Jack Rooke's Good Grief: a decade retrospective of capitalising on my dead dad to varied levels of failure and success
2026-09-21 19:30 - 21:30
BAFTA-winning writer and recovering spoken-word artist Jack Rooke (Creator of Hulu / C4’s Big Boys) brings back his debut comedy-theatre show ‘Good Grief’, a decade on from it launching his career.
Featuring the original show (co-written with his 80-year old Nan Sicely) and some present day musings, this retrospective further explores grief, ambition, being a class traitor, milking having a dead dad for personal / professional gain, the innocence of writing just for oneself before the interference of “telly w*nkers”, and the palpable regret of his own decline into becoming said “telly w*nker”.
Content Warning: this show may contain potentially triggering stories around grief, suicide and Geri leaving the Spice Girls in May 1998.
Directed by Gabriel Bisset-Smith (now also a telly w*nker).

Spike Milligan's and Ronnie Barker's THE PHANTOM RASPBERRY BLOWER OF OLD LONDON
2026-09-22 19:30 - 21:30
Something is rotten in Old London Town…
In Victorian England, a rotten, raspberry blower is claiming the lives of the upper-classes. The dark alleyways and moonlit graveyards of London are alive with the repetitive dins of the Phantom.
Inspector Corner of the Yard and his faithful sidekick, Sergeant Bowles, are fed up with these din-dins. The case is afoot. Will the Phantom be uncloaked? All will be revealed… particularly if the Phantom uncloaks himself.
Immortalised by The Two Ronnies, this Jack the Ripper parody is raspberry-jam-packed with Spike Milligan’s and Ronnie Barker’s love of surreal absurdism, clever puns, near-the-knuckle ribaldry, quick-fire jokes and famous wordplay.
Celebrating the 50th anniversary since its original broadcast in 1976, this newly adapted stage play brings the Phantom back to life like never before. Presented by Hambledon Productions with the kind permission of Spike Milligan Productions Ltd and Handles for Forks Ltd.

Paul Zerdin
2026-09-23 19:30 - 21:30
Paul Zerdin, the master ventriloquist and winner of America’s Got Talent, is back on the road with his brand-new stand-up comedy tour ‘Shut Your Mouth’.
Expect an outrageous night of laughs as Paul battles to keep his unruly sidekicks in check – from the cheeky Sam and mischievous Baby to outrageous old Albert, straight-talking Roger the Bodyguard and the sharp-witted Urban Fox.
Making a much-requested return is broadcaster character Alasdair Rimmer, who proved such a hit last time he practically begged to come back! Packed with hysterical new material, incredible puppetry and Zerdin’s razor-sharp comedy, this is one show where keeping quiet is simply not an option.

Genesis Connected
2026-09-26 19:30 - 22:00
Celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike & the Mechanics, this show has an incredible mix of material, from atmospheric anthems to chart toppers. Hits spanning from the late 70s onwards including; Turn It On Again, Sledgehammer, In The Air Tonight, Over My Shoulder, Against All Odds, That’s All, Solsbury Hill, You Can’t Hurry Love, The Living Years and many more.
The frontman, Pete Bultitude, is not only an incredibly versatile vocalist, he is also a truly gifted drummer just like Phil Collins, So expect the show to include the iconic “double drums” element as featured on every Genesis and Phil Collins tour.

Sound Ideas presents The Addams Family
2026-09-30 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-10-01 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-10-02 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-10-03 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-03 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-10-04 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-04 18:00 - 20:30
Get ready to snap your fingers… because the world’s most delightfully macabre family is coming to Norwich!
Sound Ideas Theatre Company proudly invites you into the wonderfully weird world of The Addams Family — a ghoulishly funny and heart-warming musical. When Wednesday Addams falls in love with a perfectly normal young man and invites his very ordinary parents to dinner, secrets are revealed, tensions rise, and one unforgettable night turns everything upside down.
This spectacular production promises laughter, love, and a little darkness you’ll absolutely adore.

Don't Dilly Dally
2026-10-05 14:30 - 17:00
“Don’t Dilly Dally” and book tickets as the show returns to Norwich Playhouse for this acclaimed and popular afternoon of songs and laughter, as we bring the UK’s best Music Hall acts to Norwich for a unique and entertaining show, with an all new show for 2026.
Jump onto your “Bicycle Made for Two” and “Let’s All Go Down The Strand” to the “Old Bull & Bush” for a fun, nostalgic afternoon that will have you singing along.

Mark Thomas: 40 in Stand-Up Years
2026-10-06 20:00 - 22:00
What?! Mark Thomas has been ‘standing up’ for 40 years? Impossible!! But how old does that make you…? Alas it is true; one of our oldest surviving alternative comics celebrates 40 years at the mic.
So, here’s what he has done so far in numbers; performed comedy for 40 years, won 8 awards for performing, 4 for human rights work and 1 he invented for himself, made 6 series of the Mark Thomas Comedy Product (Channel 4), written 6 books and 5 play scripts, made 5 series of the Manifesto for Radio 4, made 3 Dispatches for Channel 4, sued the police (and won) 3 times, curated and authored 2 art exhibitions with artist Tracey Moberly and had 1 Guinness World Record for holding 20 protests in 24 hours.
If that’s not enough, he’s also walked 724km around the length of the Israel Wall in the West Bank, been credited with changing the law on tax avoidance, started a comedy club in Palestine with Dr Sam Beale and campaigned successfully for things like trade union recognition for cinema workers and getting multinationals to change their practices. You’re right, there’s more, but your attention is running out and we’re running out of space. So let’s just say he’s generally mucked about trying to have fun and upset the right people…which he is really, really good at.
So basically expect a taster menu of government and personal mayhem, jokes, rants and a personal state of the nation broadcast as he tries to turn ‘what the f*ck is going on’ into a cogent hour of stand-up.

John Kearns: Tilting at Windmills
2026-10-07 19:30 - 21:30
Tilting at Windmills is the brand-new stand-up show from Taskmaster alumni and double Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner, John Kearns.
A fragmented, digressing portrayal of a 38-year-old man’s life, alluding to books he hasn’t read, touching on the modern condition. Plus VAT! More allusive and bleak as ever, it is unreal the comedian you become. And for who? Decent craic with the right crowd. A show for those who have read about but not committed to the Guinness Nitrosurge.
Seen bewildered on Taskmaster (Channel 4), terrified on Live at the Apollo (BBC), getting through Never Mind the Buzzcocks (Sky), and implicating others on his Sky stand-up special The Varnishing Days. More comfortable on pods but comes alive on stage, for your pleasure!

Sindhu Vee: Swanky
2026-10-08 19:30 - 21:30
Someone once asked Sindhu Vee a very stupid question. She wants to tell you about it.
From the award-winning star of Live at the Apollo comes a brand-new stand-up show about falling through the cracks you didn’t make, avoiding the friendships you don’t want, and embracing the self-love you definitely need.
In Swanky, Sindhu Vee is taking her “outspoken, frank and funny stand-up” (Evening Standard) across the country for her first UK tour in five years.
Since 2021’s Alphabet – now available to stream on Sindhu’s website – the Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated comic has appeared on QI, Have I Got News For You and Would I Lie To You? as well as starring in Netflix’s Sex Education and Matilda the Musical as well as Amazon Prime’s Pradeeps of Pittsburgh and Picture This.
Now, having become one of the most exciting and sought-after comedy talents internationally, UK audiences can get ready for her most sophisticated, intimate and swanky show yet.

Stevie Martin: Clout
2026-10-11 19:30 - 20:30
Stevie Martin (Taskmaster, Mitchell & Webb’s brand new sketch show, 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, The Horne Section TV Show) has been doing online comedy for a while (45 million views worldwide) but is now returning to live comedy with her latest show, which sold out at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and at Soho Theatre this year.
It’s like her online stuff but she’ll be on a stage and you can’t pause her to get a snack (meats?). Also you have to sit in a specific room to watch it (please don’t bring your meats to this room).

Diana: The Untold & Untrue Story
2026-10-12 19:30 - 20:45
Do you know the story of Diana? Probably. But do you know this story of Diana? We very much doubt it. Join Diana in heaven as she shares the untold and untrue tale of her extraordinary life.
Combining drag, multimedia, audience interaction, puppetry, and a lot of queer joy, this unique celebration of the People’s Princess has won multiple awards and sold out venues across the world. A loving celebration of Ar Di that is as hilarious as it is ridiculous.

Sand
2026-10-13 19:30 - 20:30
Set against the dramatic backdrop of Devon’s coastline, Sand follows Dylan and Heather as they navigate the complexities of living with dementia. Together, they uncover profound truths about love, memory, and resilience, while coastal erosion symbolises life’s inevitable changes.
Created by the acclaimed Kook Ensemble, Sand is a non-verbal circus theatre show that blends acrobatic skill with meticulously crafted storytelling. Through visually striking, emotionally resonant performances, the company brings the experiences of people living with dementia to life, offering audiences a deeply moving experience. A must watch!
Kook Ensemble presents Sand. Funded by Arts Council England. Supported by the Generate Programme by The National Theatre and co-commissioned by Corn Exchange and Landmark Theatres.
“Sand is a spectacular performance, one that deeply connects with audiences of all ages and backgrounds. It was impossible not to be swept up in the emotional tide of Sand.”
Young Critics Collective
