Comedy in NewcastleGateshead
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The North East has produced some of the country's most successful stand-up comedians like Ross Noble, Chris Ramsey and Sarah Millican so you can guarantee you’ll get some good laughs at comedy events in Newcastle and Gateshead when you visit.
Tyne Theatre and Opera House are fast becoming the theatre of choice for comedians, stand-up and comedy acts in Newcastle. The Victorian theatre in the centre of Newcastle continues to welcome big stars all year round with top billings going to the likes of James Acaster, Celeste Barbar, Iain Stirling and John Bishop.
Utilita Arena in Newcastle and the O2 City Hall Newcastle both attract a host of big comedy nights in Newcastle, stand-ups and touring shows with everyone from Jason Manford to Jimmy Carr making the line-up.
If you're looking for a more intimate night of comedy in Newcastle, then head to The Stand Comedy Club with comedy gigs performed nearly every night of the week. You will be treated to raw and side-splitting comedy in close quarters where only the brave sit on the front row.
And for something more involved, visit The Cumberland Arms, regular host of The Suggestibles, an improv-comedy troupe who take your suggestions to inspire the show. Grass roots improv is booming in Newcastle too with gigs cropping up at pubs and bars around the city.
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Newcastle City Centre
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July 9th 2025
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9 Jul 2025 to 9 Jul 2025
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July 30th 2025
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30 Jul 2025 to 30 Jul 2025
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Newcastle City Centre
O2 City Hall Newcastle prides itself on showcasing the finest acts from around the world...
February 3rd 2026 to February 7th 2026
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3 Feb 2026 to 7 Feb 2026
Fresh from a SOLD-OUT West End season! This laugh-out-loud production was universally acclaimed by every...
February 18th 2026 to February 20th 2026
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18 Feb 2026 to 20 Feb 2026
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August 2nd 2025
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2 Aug 2025 to 2 Aug 2025
Just beat it! Let the comedy chaos commence as 12 hot, hilarious, new acts try...
August 29th 2025
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29 Aug 2025 to 29 Aug 2025
Kunt and the Gang's dark comedy songs had slowly racked up millions of listens over...
July 8th 2025
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8 Jul 2025 to 8 Jul 2025
For two decades Matt Chorley has feasted on politics, stalking the corridors, pubs and restaurants...
May 29th 2025
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29 May 2025 to 29 May 2025
Nominated for the 2024 Edinburgh Comedy Award. Listed by Rolling Stone as one of the...
February 25th 2026
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25 Feb 2026 to 25 Feb 2026
Direct from London’s West End and following their sensational Las Vegas debut, these fearless and...
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