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Open City Docs Fest

Bloomsbury Theatre — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:53:01 +0100

Event Dates: 20-23 Jun 2013

London's global documentary festival screens 100 inspiring films, including 30 premieres, boasts amazing psychogeography tours of London and is even projectings films outdoors onto buildings around the Bloomsbury area.

See www.opencitydocsfest.com for full line up and booking details.

Comedy Rocks - Ashley Maile Benefit

Bloomsbury Theatre — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:54:39 +0100

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Event Dates: 9 Jul 2013

Hosted by Tiffany Stevenson, with a roster of comedians photographed by Ashley. Stewart Francis, Lee Mack, Glenn Wool, Roisin Conaty, Lucy Beaumont, Robin Ince, James Acaster, Lucy Porter, Jigsaw and Rich Hall. More to be confirmed.

Fundraiser for our dear friend Ashley Maile a talented music and comedy photographer who lost his battle with cancer on his 36th birthday; Proceeds will go towards funding an exhibition of his work as his last request.

Billy Pearce 'An Old New Face'

Bloomsbury Theatre — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:38:05 +0100

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Event Dates: 26 Oct 2013

A National treasure, and without doubt one of Britain's most talented and best loved comedians, Multi Award winning Billy Pearce, has won just about every comedy award going, including a British comedy award, Solo comedian of the year, and Best television comedy newcomer at the London Palladium.

There are few stages upon which Billy has not appeared, and he's broken Box Office records at a number of National Theatres.

Doc Brown: Of Mic & Men

Bloomsbury Theatre — Fri, 31 May 2013 10:38:36 +0100

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Event Dates: 8 Oct 2013

Rapper turned comedian Doc Brown, is back with his tongue in cheek take on hip hop culture. A regular on the London comedy circuit and appearances on 'Russell Howard's Good News', ‘The Inbetweeners’, ‘Rev’, ‘Derek’, ‘Miranda’ and ‘The Office Revisited’, Doc is a must see act.

Lee Nelson

Bloomsbury Theatre — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:18:32 +0100

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Event Dates: 28-29 Oct 2013

BRAND NEW SHOW FOR 2013 - EXTRA DATES ADDED DUE TO MASSIVE DEMAND

I’ve hosted Live at the Apollo, sold out my three-times extended Lee Nelson Live tour, had over two million people watching BBC Three’s Lee Nelson’s Well Good Show and Lee Nelson’s Well Funny People, and now cos of massive demand I’ve added a load of extra dates.

Amateur Transplants: Adam Kay's Christmas Bum Notes

Bloomsbury Theatre — Thu, 23 May 2013 12:15:10 +0100

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Event Dates: 13 Dec 2013

Amateur Transplants front man Adam Kay presents his antidote to the pantomime horrors on every other West End stage.

His cutting-edge, darkly humorous re-imaginings of songs have brought Adam a cult following across the UK - as well as sell-out tours and 20 million YouTube hits (including the iconic London Underground song). His cult Christmas album "Have Yourself a Sweary Little Christmas" shoots to the top of iTunes comedy charts every year, and his annual Christmas show is a must-see date in the comedy calendar.

Andrew Lawrence - There Is No Escape

Bloomsbury Theatre — Thu, 23 May 2013 12:06:00 +0100

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Event Dates: 4-5 Apr 2014

As seen on BBC1's Live At The Apollo, star of his own BBC Radio 4 series How Did We End Up Like This? Andrew Lawrence presents his latest stand-up show of all new material.

"Anyone who gives this spikily inventive performer the time of day will realise they're in the presence of an A-list talent." The Guardian

Dennis Locorriere The Point Zero Tour

Bloomsbury Theatre — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:58:25 +0100

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Event Dates: 7 Nov 2013

Dennis Locorriere has a voice which is immediately recognised the world over but his own story is now so much more than Dr Hook.

His is contemporary achievements were added to in 2010 by three brand new releases, the first being the first publication of Whatever's Burning Now a Book of his Poetry & cartoons, a Live DVD – Post Cool Live filmed at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall whilst on tour with his band in following the release of his third solo CD entitled Post Cool following the previous release of two critically acclaimed solo albums which also form the third of these new releases offered as a joint package entitled Retrospection.

Chris Ramsey: The Most Dangerous Man on Saturday Morning Television

Bloomsbury Theatre — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:27:49 +0100

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Event Dates: 30 Jan-1 Feb 2014

After being "sent off" the Soccer AM sofa last year for misbehaving, Chris wonders whether he really is the Most Dangerous Man on Saturday Morning TV – not to mention, whether he wants to be.

Fresh from a complete sell-out, twice extended 2012 tour, multiple appearances on Celebrity Juice and 8 Out of 10 Cats, and a starring role in BBC Two's Hebburn, Chris embarks on a brand new tour for 2013/2014. Taking his brush with on air censorship as a jumping off point to muse on life, mistakes, expectation and offense, he examines what happens when you say the wrong thing in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Horrible Science

Bloomsbury Theatre — Thu, 9 May 2013 13:49:39 +0100

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Event Dates: 8-12 Oct 2013

Why don't penguins get spots? Could picking your nose be dangerous? Why doesn’t the moon wander off? Could a 10-million-volt battery float over your head? And how long would it take for your heart to pump enough blood to fill the theatre?

Billy Miller has no idea what's in store when he enters the crazy, awesome World of Horrible Science and soon he is under attack from beastly bacteria, vicious volts and foul fluids! Will he regain control before it’s too late?! Using actors and jaw-dropping 3D Bogglevision, this astounding show has the awful answers - guaranteed to thrill you and your children!

Nick Helm: One Man Mega Myth

Bloomsbury Theatre — Wed, 8 May 2013 15:29:04 +0100

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Event Dates: 8 Nov 2013

Comedian and inspirationalist Nick Helm has overcome pain and suffering his entire life to become the greatest living example of 'not giving up' the world has ever known. A show so monumental it will change your DNA – FOREVER.

Nick Helm will entertain you until it kills him.

Paul Foot: Words

Bloomsbury Theatre — Wed, 8 May 2013 12:37:36 +0100

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Event Dates: 25 Oct 2013

Paul Foot's recent shows and tours have garnered a string of 5 star reviews and successive Barry Nominations at the Melbourne Comedy Festival. Described by Chortle as “Inspired, surreal and incomprehensibly funny”, he is a true original, challenging comedic convention at every turn and delighting his connoisseurs. A BBC New Comedy Award and Daily Telegraph Open Mic winner, most recent UK TV credits include ”8 Out 10 Cats” Channel 4, “Never Mind The Buzzcocks” BBC2, “The Alternative Comedy Experience” Comedy Central and “Russell Howard’s Good News” BBC3.

Jason Byrne's Special Eye

Bloomsbury Theatre — Wed, 1 May 2013 15:46:19 +0100

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Event Dates: 1-2 Nov 2013

This year Jason Byrne, and his Special Eye head out on the road. Why "Special Eye"? Because Jason’s shows are special and "Yes," British public, so is his eye.

As featured on Live at the Apollo (BBC1), Sony Radio Gold Award winning The Jason Byrne Show (Radio 2) and soon to be seen on BBC1 in the brand new series Father Figure of which he is the creator and star.

Doc Brown: Of Mic & Men - DVD Shoot

Bloomsbury Theatre — Wed, 1 May 2013 15:36:53 +0100

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Event Dates: 26 Jul 2013

Additional date added (no DVD shoot)
Rapper turned comedian Doc Brown, is back with his tongue in cheek take on hip hop culture. A regular on the London comedy circuit and appearances on 'Russell Howard's Good News', ‘The Inbetweeners’, ‘Rev’, ‘Derek’, ‘Miranda’ and ‘The Office Revisited’, Doc is a must see act.

Snow Play

Bloomsbury Theatre — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:06:15 +0100

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Event Dates: 10 Dec 2013-11 Jan 2014

When Mr Green comes back from holiday to find Mr White in his house it's the start of a brrrrilliant series of adventures as Mr White covers the whole house in snow and Mr Green does everything he can to get him outside into the garden. The audience gets stuck in too with their own snow, making a snowman and joining in with a massive snowball fight. But it's getting warmer and Mr White might just be starting to melt and the tables might be turning... Snow Play is a showdown between Winter Spring and Winter over who gets to stay and who has to go!

Marcel Lucont - Gallic Symbol

Bloomsbury Theatre — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:29:41 +0100

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Event Dates: 4 Oct 2013

Witty, acerbic, magniloquent Frenchman seeks willing, intelligent audience for fun, adventure, maybe something more. Must have own underwear, socks and breath but be prepared to have these charmed off, laughed off and taken away respectively.

Winner of the Amused Moose Laughter Award 2012 and Perth Fringeworld Best Comedy Show as seen on Russell Howard's Good News (BBC3), Live at The Electric (BBC3) and Set List (Sky Atlantic).

Stewart Francis, Craig Campbell and Glenn Wool are - The Lumberjacks

Bloomsbury Theatre — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:11:22 +0100

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Event Dates: 9-10 Oct 2013

Stewart Francis, Craig Campbell and Glenn Wool – the UK'S favourite Canadian comedians - will each perform a solo show as a rotating triple bill, as part of the hugely successful touring stand-up comedy tour The Lumberjacks.

Following their acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Festival last year, The Lumberjacks hit the road in April this year and have been playing to packed theatres and garnering fantastic reviews up and down the UK. All of these Canucks perform their own set, side-by-side, on their debut UK tour of The Lumberjacks.

Craig Campbell's Thrilling Mic Hunt!

Bloomsbury Theatre — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 14:43:50 +0100

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Event Dates: 3 Dec 2013

On sale Wed 20th March 9am.

Internationally acclaimed Canadian stand-up Craig Campbell brings his highly anticipated new live show to venues nationwide. Craig has supported Frankie Boyle on his last two sell-out national tours, has performed smokin' sets on Dave’s One Night Stand (DAVE), Russell Howard's Good News (BBC Three), Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow (BBC One) and has more recently been touring the critically acclaimed 2012 Edinburgh show 'Return of the Lumberjacks' alongside fellow Canadians; Stewart Francis and Glenn Wool. A formidable force, Craig never fails to impress with his high octane, charismatic performances and hilarious anecdotes. Catch this master storyteller in a venue near you now!

Dean Friedman

Bloomsbury Theatre — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 10:22:45 +0100

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Event Dates: 19 Oct 2013

Dean Friedman first delighted UK audiences with his chart-topping hit, Lucky Stars. The now classic single, paved the way for a slew of hits off of Friedman's critically acclaimed album, "Well, Well" Said the Rocking Chair", including familiar tracks, Lydia, Rocking Chair, Woman of Mine, McDonald’s Girl and Ariel.

Andy Parsons – I’ve Got a Shed

Bloomsbury Theatre — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 14:41:55 +0100

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Event Dates: 3 Oct 2013

To date Andy has done three sell-out National tours and in 2009 released his debut DVD ‘Britain’s Got Idiots’, which was followed up by ‘Gruntled’ in 2011. Andy started in TV on Spitting Image becoming one of the main writers before embarking on a stand-up career which has led to such shows as Mock The Week and Live at the Apollo. This, his fourth show, is his favourite yet – come and get your dopamine fix. Andy Parsons - coming near to a theatre near you – and then throwing his satnav out the window and phoning for directions.