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Best Comedy & Stand-up in Torquay

Paddy McGuinness at Princess Theatre

Paddy McGuinness

For the first time since 2016, beloved comedian Paddy McGuiness returns to stand up as he takes off on a 40 date UK trek! Titled the 'Nearly There' tour, catch the Top Gear host doing what he does best at a theatre near you. First coming to our attention on Peter Kay's seminal nightclub-based sitcom Phoenix Nights back in 2000, he has rarely been off our screens since, with notable appearances on his own shows, plumb hosting gigs and even a stint in Coronation Street!

Katherine Ryan at Princess Theatre

Katherine Ryan

Since moving to the UK in 2008, Katherine Ryan has risen to become one of the country's most recognisable comedians. Cutting her teeth on all the usual panel shows, including Mock The Week, Taskmaster et al, she has proven her live chops in two hit specials, In Trouble and The Glitter Room, created and starred in her own Netflix show, The Duchess. Now heading out her fourth tour, Battleaxe catch this razor-sharp modern comedy icon when she brings the laughs to you!

Rob Beckett at Princess Theatre

Rob Beckett

Comedian, TV presenter and podcaster Rob Beckett heads out with a brand new tour, Giraffe, stretching out for a mammoth run starting in late 2024 all the way through until 2026! Having recently launched a brand new comedy panel show, Smart TV, on Sky Max, the all-rounder is one of the leading figures in UK comedy. His genuine working class style and witty observations on class have proved a massive hit with audiences and viewers from all angles, with Beckett equally at home co-presenting the BAFTAs or Wedding Day Winners as he is onstage comically recounting his past days touring grotty pubs with an empty bank account.

24 - 25 Jan 2025

Princess Theatre

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Jack Dee at Babbacombe Theatre

Jack Dee

Fluent in sarcasm and dryer than a desert in high summer, Jack Dee has carved out his comedy niche as the beleaguered everyman, offering his observations in a grounded, deadpan style that never fails to get a reaction. The official grumpy old man now deigns to head on a brand new tour, titled 'Jack Dee: Small World' where he'll address the important questions of the age such as; how to do a Zoom call properly, what's new in the world of radiators and much much less.

Russell Kane at Princess Theatre

Russell Kane

Award-winning British comedian, actor, presenter, and writer Russel Kane is back on the road, announcing his 2024/25 Hyperactive' tour. With untouchable wit and a whole arsenal of gags, this string of dates will surely be as uproarious as his previous The Essex Variant' tour which garnered much critical acclaim.

Rhod Gilbert at Princess Theatre

Rhod Gilbert

Hailed as one of the UK's leading stand up talents, Welsh funnyman Rhod Gilbert answered his comedy calling in 2002, deciding to give up his job as a market researcher and take a stand-up comedy course. That same year he made the finals at the Edinburgh Fringe's So You Think You're Funny competition and a whirlwind of newcomer awards followed. In 2005 he won the Chortle Award for Best Breakthrough Act and released his first-ever show 1984 - a riotous depiction of growing up in the fictional Welsh town of Llanbobl.

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