The Home of British Comedy Presents… Stand-up Comedy Month
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Bringing you a jam-packed month of your favourite British stand-ups TX: From 01 January 2012 at 22.00
BBC Entertainment brings you an explosive, high-speed month of hilarious comedy to lift your spirits during the most depressing month of the year. We’re delivering the perfect antidote to the January blues - a marathon of some of the UK’s greatest stand-ups including Michael McIntyre, Lee Evans and Alan Carr.
Lee Evans
Live at the O2
TX: Sunday 01st January 2012 at 22.00
Wednesday 4th January at 22.00
Introduction
The madcap physical comic is on fine form in this laugh-a- minute show filmed during his record-breaking tour
Lee Evans is renowned for his energetic live stand-up routines and verbal dexterity.
From the comfort of your living room, you can catch Lee at his peak with big stand-up, big effects and quite possibly the biggest comedy performance of the year.
Recorded at the world famous London 02 arena in front of over 16,000 fans, this was the highlight of Lee Evans’ record-breaking UK tour, which took in over 59 dates in the UK’s largest venues. The five nights at the 02 saw Lee perform to over 80,000 people, with total ticket sales of over half a million.
Lee Evans rose to fame on the comedy circuit in the 1990s, winning a Time Out Award and the highly coveted Perrier Award at the Edinburgh Festival. He has worked as a gag writer for NBC sitcoms in the USA and, as an actor, starred in hit Hollywood movies including Mousehunt and There’s Something About Mary, and was nominated for a prestigious Olivier Award for his performance in the West End production of The Producers.
Key Facts
Over 18,000 tickets for this performance by Lee Evans in London’s world famous O2 Arena were sold within an hour of going on sale. It was the UK’s biggest ever solo live comedy gig, breaking the record held by Lee Evans for his 2005 show at the Manchester Evening News Arena.
Lee Evans
XL Tour
TX: Wednesday 11th January 2012 at 22.00 (1 x 50 mins)
Introduction
Lee Evans delivers an explosive stand-up set to his adoring fans
Lee Evans set out on the UK´s largest ever comedy tour, taking in over 35 cities and playing to over 250,000 fans. Marking the ever-energetic comedian’s sensational return to stand-up, this show boasts some of the strongest and most hilarious routines Lee has ever written.
In this performance, one of the best nights of the record breaking tour, Evans delights over 4,000 adoring fans in the land of his ancestors - Wales.
Key Facts
Ex-boxer Lee Evans got an early taste of showbusiness as a child – his father David was an entertainer so Lee gained future material while hanging around in clubs and theatres as he toured the UK.
Lee Evans
Different Planet Tour
TX: Wednesday 18th January 2012 at 22.00 (1 x 50 mins)
Introduction
A magical performance from the lovable physical comic on his Different Planet Tour
Lee Evans is back with his unique brand of energetic comedy madness, giving his own off-the-wall insights into everyday experiences.
Having opened his Different Planet Tour with an eight week sell out run at the Lyric Theatre in London’s West End, Lee took the show on a 114 date tour, playing to over 200,000 people and covering 4,500 miles in 63 different towns.
This achingly-funny show was recorded as he returned to the West End for one more performance.
What the press says about the Different Planet Tour
“A dazzling comic genius” Daily Star
Lee Evans
Live from The West End
TX: Wednesday 25th January 2012 at 22.00 (1x 50 mins)
Introduction
A unique show featuring the elastic talent of Lee Evans, like he has never been seen before
It is almost impossible to resist the high-speed sparkle and talent of award-winning comedian Lee Evans.
The madcap comic is famous for his fast-paced, energetic performances where he combines slapstick physical humour with a range of hilarious voices. Often regarded as one of his funniest ever performances, this show sees him take over the stage in the heart of London’s theatre-land.
The lucky audience on this evening witnessed a truly unique show. This is your chance to do the same sitting comfortably at home!
What the press says about Live from The West End
“Comic genius.” Guardian
Lee Evans
Live in Scotland
TX: Wednesday 01st February 2012 at 22.00 (1 x 50 mins)
Introduction
The grand finale of a tour de force
Stand by for the side-splitting final show of Lee Evans’ 100 date sell-out UK Tour, filmed at the Edinburgh Playhouse. Entering completely into the spirit of the Scottish location, Lee’s performance to over 150,000 people is set against the backdrop of a giant kilt and sporran!
The unique talents of the comedian are showcased to the full as he invites you to watch the Lee Evans Trio – in which he attempts to play all the instruments at the same time – and be swept along on a hilarious journey from evolution, running in flip flops, shopping and the difference between men and woman, right through to Brits abroad and the joys of television.
Michael McIntyre
Live and Laughing
TX: Monday 2nd January 2012 at 22.00 (1 x 50 mins)
Introduction
The opening night of the comic’s epic run on his Live and Laughing tour
Amiable, naturally funny and with impeccable comic timing, Michael McIntyre has become one of the biggest stars in British comedy.
Live and Laughing captures one of your favourite comics in this electrifying performance. The comedian’s energy, charm and pinpoint observations leave the packed house baying for more.
In just a few short years, Michael has made a huge impact on the comedy and entertainment scene. He won the 2009 British Comedy Award for ‘best live stand-up’, plus ‘best headliner’ at the Chortle Awards 2008, ‘best comedian’ at the 2009 Variety Club awards, and TV Times ‘best newcomer 2009’.
Key Facts
The DVD release of Michael McIntyre’s Live and Laughing was the UK’s fastest and biggest-selling comedy debut of all time. It was only topped by Michael’s follow up DVD, Hello Wembley, which was number one in the Christmas 2009 chart and sold over 1.4 million copies.
What the press says about Live and Laughing
“The man is, quite simply, top-to-toe hilarious.” Telegraph
“Makes you laugh until your face hurts.” The Scotsman
Michael McIntyre
Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow S1
TX: Monday 9th January 2012 at 22.00 (6 x 45 mins)
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Introduction
Michael turns his attention to playing host to some of the UK’s most exciting stand-up talent
Hailed as the best new stand-up to emerge in a decade, Michael McIntyre has taken the comedy world by storm.
In 2008 he delivered storming sets at both We Are Not Amused (Prince Charles’s 60th birthday celebrations) and The Royal Variety Performance, and delivered a stand-out performance as host on the first episode of BBC One’s Live at the Apollo.
Now, he’s turning his attention to others as he travels the UK to bring viewers the best in new and established talent.
Each episode sees Michael visit an iconic UK entertainment venue to introduce a very special guest headline act, plus three of the best stand-ups from the UK comedy circuit.
BBC Entertainment is proud to bring you comedy-genius performers including headline guest Rhod Gilbert, Jason Manford at the Manchester Apollo; Shappi Khorsandi at the Birmingham Hippodrome; Sean Lock at the Swansea Grand; Patrick Kielty at the Waterfront Hall in Belfast; and Al Murray at the Brighton Dome.
With a finger tightly on the booming comedy pulse, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow is never short on laughs.
Key Facts
Michael won the ‘Best Live Stand-Up Performer’ category at the 2009 British Comedy Awards. This series attracted a 25% share on its Saturday primetime debut. Michael’s DVD Live and Laughing was the fastest selling debut stand-up DVD released to date in the UK.
What the press says about Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow
“A perfect Saturday night compere” Observer
Jack Dee
Live and Uncut
TX: Tuesday 3rd January 2012 at 22.00 (1 x 50 mins)
Introduction
All the sarcastic magic of one of Britain’s’ best comedians, captured in this outrageously funny live performance
Known for his sardonic and grumpy persona, award-winning comedian Jack Dee has enjoyed a phenomenally successful worldwide career, delighting audiences at high-profile venues since the 1990s.
Having completed 70 live dates around the UK playing to 100,000 people, Jack Dee’s Live and Uncut tour culminated in a sell out, six week run at the Gielgud Theatre in London’s West End.
This show captures all the excitement of the side splittingly funny final night, as Jack captivates the audience with his observational humour delivered in his trademark deadpan style. Jack is clearly in his element as he throws harsh words at hecklers and has the crowd howling in recognition with his unique take on the irritations of everyday life. He might be keeping a straight face, but the audience just can’t stop laughing!
Jack Dee
Live at the Apollo Special (Live Again)
TX: Tuesday 10th January 2012 at 22.00 (1 x 50 mins)
Introduction
The King of glum returns to the stage – and he’s as bitter and cynical as ever in this outstanding show
Long established as one of Britain’s biggest and best loved comedy stars, Jack Dee demonstrates his own inimitable brand of comedy in this hilarious performance.
Hot on the heels of his four-month sell out tour of the UK and Ireland, Jack delivers observational humour and killer punch lines in his trademark deadpan style.
Never one for seeing the brighter side of life in his stand-up routine, Jack keeps the laughter flowing with his cynical analysis of the things that annoy him – and that list of irritations is pretty endless… It all adds up to yet another un-missable show from the award-winning comedy genius.
Jack Dee
Live at the Palladium
TX: Tuesday 17th January 2012 at 22.00 (1 x 50 mins)
Introduction
Your favourite grumpy comedian at his absolute best
Fresh from sell-out gigs across Australia and the UK, deadpan comic Jack Dee is at the peak of his form in this outrageously funny live show.
Live at the Palladium showcases all the traits that have made Jack Dee one of the best-loved figures on the stand-up circuit.
Known for his sardonic and curmudgeonly style, he has delighted audiences at high-profile venues for over 20 years. This performance to a 3,000-strong crowd is no exception.
Regaling the audience with his own sarcastic and extremely funny take on the problems and irritations of everyday life, this is wry observational comedy at its finest.
Key Facts
Award-winning comedian Jack Dee got his break when he did an ‘open mic’ spot at London’s famous Comedy Store in the mid-1980s. He has since won three British Comedy Awards and was nominated for a Bafta.
What the press says about Live at the Palladium
“Jack will make you laugh as if your life depended on it.” Guardian
“Jack is never less than triumphant…turns grumpiness into an art form” Evening Standard
Alan Carr
Tooth Fairy
TX: Thursday 5th January 2012 at 22.00 (1 x 50 mins)
Introduction
The chatty man will work his magic on you, on the last night of his magnificent tour
The bubbly and self-deprecating comedian is caught at his magnificent best as he sprinkles his own brand of fairy dust over an enraptured audience.
Filmed on the last date of his sell-out UK tour, Alan is at the peak of his comedy powers as he talks about childhood and adolescence in his own inimitable style.
Already a regular and highly-acclaimed stand-up comedian, Alan was named ‘best live stand-up’ at the 2007 British Comedy Awards and ‘best comedy entertainment performer’ in 2008.
International celebrities are now queuing up for a good gossip on his chat show, Alan Carr: Chatty Man.
Key Facts
Alan Carr has won numerous awards for comedy and entertainment. These include the BBC ‘best new stand-up’, British Comedy Award for ‘best stand-up’, TRIC ‘personality of the year’, Royal Television Society ‘entertainment performance of the year’ and the Golden Rose of Montreux for ‘best entertainment show’.
What the press says about Tooth Fairy
“Carr’s way with words puts him in a league of his own.” Telegraph “Joyous stuff that most of us can relate to without it sounding clichéd…delivered effortlessly by a comedian who owns the space he is working in so much, he could put a flag in it.” Independent
Sean Lock
Sean Lock Live
TX: Thursday 12th January 2012 at 22.00 (1 x 50 mins)
Introduction
The magnificent colourful finale of Sean’s hilarious tour
Mixing fantastic imagery and cleverly crafted, insightful observations, Sean delights an audience of over 3,000 fans. The show culminates in a climax no other comic would contemplate!
The hugely popular stand-up has a talent for brilliant, surreal humour that appeals to a wide- ranging crowd.
He has appeared at all the major comedy festivals, including Edinburgh, Melbourne, Montreal and the Stavanger Humorfestivat in Norway.
Key Facts
Sean Lock won the British Comedy Award for ‘best stand-up’ in 2000, and in the same year was nominated for the prestigious Perrier Award at the Edinburgh Festival. He also received the ‘Time Out Award for comedy’ in 1995.
What the press says about Sean Lock Live
“Punchy, inventive, superb.” The Times
“One of the finest and most original comedians around today.” Independent “A true master comedian.” Time Out
Dara O Briain
Live from the Theatre Royal
TX: Thursday 19th January 2012 at 22.00 (1 x 50 mins)
Introduction
Quick-witted comedy gold from the Irish comedian, mixing hilarious anecdotes and audience inspired improvisation
Filmed in front of 2,500 fans, this is the explosive finale to Dara O Briain’s sell out, 100-date tour of the UK and Ireland.
BBC Entertainment are delighted to tickle you with Dara at the very top of his game: high on energy and side-splittingly funny. Warm, intelligent and hugely entertaining, the fast-talking funny-man barely gives fans a chance to catch their breath between laughs.
An experienced and very natural stand-up comedian, Dara is renowned for his sharp wit and gently-mocking humour while interacting with audience members, resulting in original new material at each performance.
Alongside his regular large-scale stand-up tours, Dara is the long-running host of award- winning BBC series Mock the Week and co-presenter of the critically acclaimed Three Men in a Boat.
What the press says about Live from the Theatre Royal
“A master class in intelligent stand-up.” The Guardian
Dara O Briain
Talks Funny
TX: Thursday 26th January 2012 at 22.00 (1 x 50 mins)
Introduction
Razor-sharp improvised wit from the Irish stand-up
Fast-talking Irish comedian Dara O Briain’s massive 2008 tour of the UK and Ireland comes to a laugh-a-minute climax at the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo in London.
Noted for his warm and extremely funny interaction with audience members, Dara devises comedy gold material on the spot, blending it with beautifully observed and expertly delivered anecdotes.
The show is the culmination of his massive sell out Talks Funny tour of the UK and Ireland. Recorded in front of a 3,300-strong audience, this is Dara at his best, mixing top drawer material with lightning-fast improvisation to give you another hilarious night to remember.
What the press says about Dara O Briain - Talks Funny
“If you don’t laugh at Dara O Briain, check your pulse, you must be dead.” Evening Standard