Man! I Feel Like Bingo with Shaunia Wayne
Award winning performer Tracey Collins (Shell Suit Cher, Elvis Lesley, Audrey Heartburn) brings her latest musical comedy character to the stage in Man! I Feel Like Bingo! with Shania Wayne: the world’s greatest Shania Twain tribute act – with a twist. He doesn’t look or sound anything like her!But that hasn’t stopped this sexy cowboy from Carlisle travelling the world on his trusty donkey, Casio keyboard on his back, performing at bingo halls across the globe.His heartfelt versions of Shania hits include ‘You’re Still a C**T’ and ‘Man, I’m Hotter Than an Oven’. But this show isn’t just comedy and songs – there are epic bingo games, Wayne’s slow dance breaks (hopeless, b*m shaking, and oddly sensual) and of course the life changing prizes we’ve come to expect from Tracey Collins’ bingo shows.Shania Wayne is the man… the myth… the mullet. Join his party – go for gold and release yourself!
Cabbage The Clown: Cinemadrome
Witness multi-award winning cinematic drag chaos in stunning CinemaScopeVision!Minimum wage cinema employee turned multi award-winning tragic fool Cabbage the Clown’s debut hourmarries a buffet of genres in polygamous holy matrimony in the name of drag in their “Gen-Z, loudly queerand thoroughly hilariousˮ Binge Fringe) debut hour.With over 8 million views online for their genre-busting brand of multimedia drag-clowning, Cabbage presentstheir critically-acclaimed debut show: One part breathless parody of cinematic history, one part thoughtfuldissection of minimum wage careers, one part rolling around on the floor covered in popcorn. So talk throughthe trailers, get the loudest snacks available, then sit back, relax and enjoy this Bechdel Test-passing,BBFCunapproved, global premiere.
A Celebration of Father Ted with Joe Rooney
Join us in celebrating one of the greatest sitcoms ever made, as we welcome renowned stand-up Joe Rooney for a night of all things Father Ted! Joe featured as the rebellious Father Damo in the classic Father Ted episode The Old Grey Whistle Theft, leading Dougal astray with his earring, cigarette smoking and bad-boy attitude. Joe will host a screening of the episode, take you behind the scenes and set you a Craggy Island quiz ¬– then prepare yourself for an all-inclusive ‘Lovely Girls Competition’: have you got the loveliest laugh, the loveliest walk, and can you make the loveliest sandwich? There will also be priests aplenty, plus appearances from a nursery-rhyme singing Ziggy Stardust, Nirvana, Johnny Cash and many more – and the evening wouldn’t be complete without a sing-along to ‘My Lovely Horse’! Come and meet Joe and immerse yourself in the very silly delights of Father Ted. Ah, go on… you will! “A purveyor of choice gags, a natural storyteller, guitar in hand, Joe Rooney delights the room with his infectiously manic delivery.” – Ardal O’Hanlon
Edward Tripp: No Man is an Ireland
‘No Man is an Ireland’ is a uniquely surreal, standup poetry show, performed by award-winning Northern Irish comedian and former Bard of Exeter, Edward Tripp.Edward ponders his cultural identity through the mediums of storytelling and prop-heavy stand-up poetry.Featuring defrosted wives, visits from Uncle Connor (who isn’t in the IRA) and at least one unforgettable tribute to the late Lady Diana. If you enjoy spoken-word poetry, this is the show for you. If you dislike spoken-word poetry, this is probably the show for you too.Edward Tripp also received the bizarre accolade of being the only UK City Bard to hold a poetry ‘anti-slam’ title at the same time as his Bardship. This means that Edward was recognized as the best and worst poet in the Southwest of England simultaneously.The question is, what on earth will this poetry sound like?!Let’s find out together…”Seek Edward out like buried treasure” – Spencer Jones, Comedian and Actor”Absurd and hysterical…he had the audience in stitches” – Razz Magazine”Utterly unexpectable and very moreish” – Kate Copstick, The Scotsman”Dave Allen meets David Lynch” – Will Adamsdale, Comedian and Actor”Tripp doesn’t so much straddle or have one foot in the camps of comedy and storytelling but insteadfinds perfect harmony between them – each element of humour extenuating the spoken word, eachpoetic structure lifting stories to new heights. Tripp’s poetic moments are a treat, cohesive and engaging,and for newcomers, is the finest introduction to the marvels of spoken word” – The Corr Blimey Review”Speaking as a zookeeper – that was the most accurate impression of a turtle eating lettuce I have everseen” – Jenna Crawford, audience member (and Zookeeper).
Line Dancing with the Double Dolly’s
Howdy there!Dolly Parton has been cloned as the world needs more positivity, love and joy!Double the fun, double the trouble and double the glamour!So, join the Double Dolly’s for a night of comedy, live Dolly Parton songs and line dancing…Bring your mates, or your Nan, for a dance and laugh at this inclusive night out (Jolene is not welcome)..Dressing up as Dolly ora Cowboy is highly encouraged as there are coveted prizes to be won.It’s the place to be after you’ve finished your 9 to 5.So shine like a diamond in a rhinestone world and head on down!Can we get a Yee-Haw!!With Lisa Bond and award winning character comedian Tracey Collins (Shell Suit Cher and Audrey Heartburn)****** There might be no funnier misimpersonator on UK stages right now – Buzz Magazine***** The Queen of character comedy – To Do Listown principles or beliefs.
Natter
Natter follows the trials and tribulations of two ‘old women’, Helen and Linda, who spend their time grappling with useless husbands, a homosexual son and, far more importantly, what’s on telly!(Please note – Helen & Linda may, or may not, be played by two gay men in terrible dresses)Winning Best Comedy at Manchester Fringe 2024. Natter is set in1980s Manchester, where our two matriarchs sit drinking tea and discussing everything -from the politics of the day to the love lives of their children – via Linda’s kitchen table we hear all about the bizarre collection of neighbours and acquaintances that punctuate their lives.Join us to find out if Helen is really having it off with the vicar; what links the Didsbury mafia with Linda’s gay son; and what exactly Helen has against poor old Cilla Black!
It’s Not Cluedo
There’s been a murder! We need your help to solve this! It’s got six suspects, six weapons and nine locations! And no-one knows who the murderer is – not even the murderer!But we’re not going to rip off a beloved board game – this mystery is chosen by YOU! Pick your own setting, your own murder victim, choose your own list of suspects and weapons andlocations, then pit your wits* to find the right combination!Developed in partnership with the Rotunda Theatre, It’s Not Cluedo has become a cult fixture onthe fringe circuit from Newcastle to Brighton. Will you be a shady suspect or a super sleuth?**Will the mystery be solved in an hour? Will the story concocted on the fly make any sense? Find out at the West Midlands premiere.Best Comedy nominee, Scarborough Fringe 2024“A light-hearted, fun-filled show full of laughs and creativity.” Buxton Fringe 2025(*: this is a game of luck. Wit pitting not actually required.)(**: Or super sleuthing.)
VICTORIOUS: A joyful and poignant musical tribute to the late, great Victoria Wood
VICTORIOUS: A joyful and poignant musical tribute to the late, great Victoria WoodAward-winning musical comedy performer Hannah Brackenbury returns to Birmingham with a revamped and extended version of her much-loved tribute show Victorious – a joyful and poignant celebration of the late, great Victoria Wood.This critically-acclaimed show features a generous helping of classic Victoria Wood songs including Pam, B*m to the World, Music & Movement and the unforgettable Ballad of Barry & Freda, deftly interwoven with Brackenbury’s own original songs, witty poems and tender monologues, written in loving memory of her life-long comedy hero.Back by popular demand, this adapted version of the show features two 45-minute halves packed with songs that will make you laugh out loud while tugging at your heart strings. Uplifting, hilarious and heartfelt, Victorious pays homage to one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers.”At the heart of this show is a deep respect for the late musical entertainment icon… a project born out of love and joy… Victorious moves you to tears and to laughter with a racy suburban rhyme and a tender touch” – Latest Brighton