Comedy News
Fast updates from the stand-up scenes MICDROP tracks across countries and languages.
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Hannah Gadsby Announces New Tour 'Woof!'
Hannah Gadsby has announced a new global stand-up tour titled 'Woof!'. The tour will kick off in Australia in March 2025 before heading to the UK and the US.
#tour#new-showChortle - AUAustralia·
Sydney Comedy Festival 2025 Dates Announced
The Sydney Comedy Festival has announced its return for 2025, running from April 22nd to May 18th. The festival will feature a mix of local and international comedians at venues across the city.
#festival#announcementSydney Comedy Festival - AEUAE·
Abu Dhabi Comedy Festival is coming to the UAE capital this September
A brand new festival of funnies, Abu Dhabi Comedy Festival will be taking place at Etihad Arena from September 14 to 22. So far, the line-up includes Dave Chappelle, Aziz Ansari, Andrew Schulz and Bassem Youssef.
#festival#abu dhabi#lineupWhat's On - AEUAE·
Russell Kane adds new show in Dubai
Due to overwhelming demand, British comedian Russell Kane has added a second Dubai date to his 'HyperActive' tour. He will now perform on October 25th in addition to his sold-out October 26th show at the Theatre by QE2.
#tour#dubaiWhat's On - AUAustralia·
Tom Gleeson Announces New National Tour 'Gear'
Tom Gleeson is embarking on a new national tour called 'Gear'. The tour will see him perform across every state and territory in Australia throughout the latter half of 2024.
#tour#new-showChortle - AUAustralia·
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow 2024
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is touring across Australia, bringing a lineup of local and international comedians to over 80 regional towns and cities.
#festival#tourMelbourne International Comedy Festival - AEUAE·
A new wave of comedy nights is taking over Dubai
The emirate’s comedy scene has seen a recent boom, with a host of new nights and venues providing a platform for both aspiring and established comedians. From open mic nights to arena-filling acts, there are more opportunities than ever to catch live comedy in Dubai.
#clubs#dubaiThe National - DEBerlin·
Daniel Sloss at UFO im Velodrom
Scottish comedian Daniel Sloss is bringing his new global tour 'Can't' to Berlin for a hotly anticipated date at the UFO im Velodrom.
#tour#international-comedianTime Out - AEUAE·
Indian comedian Anubhav Singh Bassi to bring his new show ‘Kisi Ko Batana Mat’ to Dubai
As part of his world tour, Indian stand-up comedian Anubhav Singh Bassi is returning to Dubai with his new solo show 'Kisi Ko Batana Mat'. He will perform at the Dubai World Trade Centre on September 15.
#tour#dubaiGulf News - CACanada·
Mark Normand Extends "Ya Don't Say" Tour with New Canadian Dates
American stand-up comedian Mark Normand has announced an extension of his "Ya Don't Say" tour, adding 11 new dates across Canada for the fall of 2024. The Canadian leg of the tour includes stops in major cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary.
#tour#mark-normand#internationalExclaim! - AEUAE·
Dubai Comedy Festival 2024: All the comedians who performed
The Dubai Comedy Festival ran from April 12 to 21, featuring a massive line-up of international and regional comedians. Performers included Gad Elmaleh, Katherine Ryan, Mo Gilligan, Frank Skinner, and many more across various venues in the city.
#festival#dubai#lineupTime Out Dubai - CACanada·
Sophie Buddle wins 2024 Juno for comedy album of the year
Comedian Sophie Buddle won the Juno Award for Comedy Album of the Year for her album 'Don't Tell My Dad'. The award was presented at the Juno Opening Night Awards in Halifax, marking her second win in this category.
#award#juno-awards#sophie-buddleCBC Music - DEBerlin·
Cosmic Comedy: The English-language comedy club celebrating its 10th anniversary
Cosmic Comedy, one of Berlin's most popular English-language comedy clubs, is celebrating a decade of laughs. This article looks back at its history and its impact on the local scene.
#club-opening#milestoneExberliner - CACanada·
The Winnipeg Comedy Festival's 2024 lineup is here
Running from May 2-5, the Winnipeg Comedy Festival has announced its full lineup of performers. Headliners for the galas include Ron James, DeAnne Smith, and Nour Hadidi, with dozens of other comics slated to perform across various showcases.
#festival#lineup#winnipegCBC News - CACanada·
Just for Laughs: Montreal comedy festival cancelled as company files for creditor protection
The 2024 edition of the world-renowned Just for Laughs comedy festival in Montreal has been cancelled as its parent company seeks to restructure. The organization cited numerous financial challenges, including the pandemic and inflation, as reasons for the decision.
#festival#cancellation#industryThe Guardian - CACanada·
A new comedy club in Toronto's west end is a lab for laughter
A new venue, The Comedy Lab, has opened in Toronto's Bloorcourt neighbourhood. The 70-seat club aims to provide a dedicated space for comedians to experiment with material and for audiences to discover new talent.
#club-opening#toronto#localblogTO - USUnited States·
Hasan Minhaj Sets ‘Off With His Head’ Tour Dates
Hasan Minhaj has announced a new one-man show titled 'Off With His Head,' which will tour across North America. This is his first major tour since the controversy surrounding fabricated stories in his previous stand-up work.
#tour#hasan-minhajVariety - USUnited States·
A New Comedy Club Strives for a More Hospitable Punchline
A new 70-seat comedy venue, the Tin Pan Alley Comedy Club, has opened in New York City's theater district. The club aims to foster a more inclusive and welcoming environment for both performers and audiences.
#club-opening#new-yorkThe New York Times - DEBerlin·
There’s a new comedy club in town that’s all about the LOLs
A new English comedy open mic and showcase called LOLabor has launched in the Neukölln bar Das Gift, aiming to provide a supportive and experimental space for comedians.
#club-opening#new-talentIndieberlin - USUnited States·
Netflix Is A Joke Fest’ Returns to LA in 2024
Netflix has announced the return of its popular comedy festival, 'Netflix Is A Joke Fest,' to Los Angeles in May 2024. The festival will feature a massive lineup of over 300 comedians, including big names like Ali Wong, Jerry Seinfeld, and Chris Rock.
#festival#netflix#los-angelesNetflix - DEBerlin·
The Wall: Berlin's New English Comedy Hotspot
A detailed look at 'The Wall', a new comedy club located in a former DDR watchtower at the East Side Gallery, which has quickly become a unique fixture in the English-language scene.
#club-opening#venueThe Local Germany - GBUnited Kingdom·
Sophie Willan Announces 2024 UK Tour 'On Another Planet'
Bafta-winning comedian Sophie Willan has announced a new UK tour for 2024 titled 'On Another Planet'. The tour will cover 20 dates across the country, kicking off in February.
#tour#new showBritish Comedy Guide - GBUnited Kingdom·
Ahir Shah to End 'Ends' Tour at London's Soho Theatre
Nominated for the Edinburgh Comedy Award, Ahir Shah will be concluding his critically acclaimed UK tour, 'Ends', with a special run at London's Soho Theatre. The shows will take place from January 8th to the 20th, 2024.
#tour#london#soho theatreBroadwayWorld - GBUnited Kingdom·
Frank Skinner Extends '30 Years of Dirt' Tour
Frank Skinner has added another 14 dates to his acclaimed '30 Years of Dirt' tour, extending the run into spring 2024. The show, which has been widely praised, will now visit venues including the Liverpool Empire and the Palace Theatre in Manchester.
#tour#live comedyChortle - GBUnited Kingdom·
Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe Announce 'Parenting Hell' Arena Tour
The hosts of the popular 'Parenting Hell' podcast, comedians Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe, have announced a live arena tour for 2024. The tour will visit major venues across the UK, including the AO Arena in Manchester.
#tour#live podcastChortle - USUnited States·
Nate Bargatze Announces 2024 Extension Of ‘The Be Funny Tour’
Nate Bargatze has extended his highly successful 'The Be Funny Tour' with 18 new dates scheduled for 2024. The tour will continue to visit arenas and amphitheaters across the United States.
#tour#nate-bargatzeForbes - GBUnited Kingdom·
London's Bill Murray Comedy Club Launches Crowdfunder to Secure Future
The Bill Murray, a popular and award-winning comedy club in Islington, London, has launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise £150,000. The funds are needed to secure the freehold of the pub it's housed in and ensure the venue's long-term survival.
#comedy club#london#venueThe Guardian - DEBerlin·
Laughing in English: A guide to Berlin's flourishing comedy scene
Berlin's English-language comedy scene is booming, with more venues and performers than ever. This guide covers the top clubs, up-and-coming talent, and what makes comedy in Berlin unique.
#scene-guide#clubsExberliner - USUnited States·
Shane Gillis Announces New Netflix Special ‘Beautiful Dogs’
Comedian Shane Gillis is set to release his second stand-up special for Netflix, titled 'Beautiful Dogs.' The special was filmed in Virginia and follows his 2021 YouTube special, 'Shane Gillis: Live in Austin.'
#netflix-special#shane-gillisVariety - AUAustralia·
Jimmy Carr Announces 2024 Australian and New Zealand Tour
British comedian Jimmy Carr has announced a massive extension to his 'Terribly Funny' tour, with a run of 45 dates across Australia and New Zealand in 2024.
#tour#international-comedianTime Out