WT Comedy Brochure 2015

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welcome to ourbrand new stand-up

comedy seasonDon’t miss your chance to see big names

including alan carr, henning Wehn, Katherine ryan, Lee nelson and alex horne plus exclusive shows from alan

Davies, Jenny eclair and phill Jupitus. Regular visitor matt’s comedy club

returns to the Connaught Studio and we are delighted to welcome manford’s

comedy club, the brain-child of Jason Manford, supporting up and coming talent.

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miss a ticket! Previous sold-out shows include Dawn French, Dave Gorman, Jo

Brand, Russell Howard, Jimmy Carrand more.

most of our comedians havean age restriction of 16+.

please check when booking.

emily bardenFri 27 Feb

Wed 27 May

James acasterFri 20 Feb

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Some of the top names in comedy are supporting Hot Bed, a great initiative to support and develop

local acts at the beginning of their careers.

Worthing Theatres has teamed upwith Mark Kelly, comedian and writer,

to give support slots to some fabulouscomedians, writers, performance poets

and singer-songwriters at these great nights of entertainment.

Mark, the “unsung hero of alternative comedy”, also acts as compere for each Hot Bed event.

From his years with the Merseyside Poetry Circus, he now combines his

long-standing writing partnership with Jo Brand with solo work,

including regular radio appearances, teaching comedy and adding to his

two thousand plus performances.

emily bardenFri 27 Feb

Wed 27 May

alan DaviesFri 24 Apr

the silver peevilWed 27 May

rachel hawkerFri 24 Apr Thu 4 Jun andrew foster

Thu 4 Jun

Kate WilsonFri 24 AprThu 30 Jul


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alan carryap, yap, yap! fri 20 febassembLy haLL£28.50..................

No stranger to yap, Alan Carr yaps his way around the UK & Ireland with his brand new stand-up show. The BAFTA and British Comedy Award winning comedian, author and chat show supremo returns to his stand-up roots with his hilarious take on life. Yap it up!

alancarr.net

“an absolute natural on stage… a born storyteller, sheer entertainment.”

London Evening Standard

sold out!



jenny eclairfri 27 feb, 7.30pmconnaught theatre£21.50 ..................

Jenny Eclair was the first woman to win the coveted Perrier Award and hasn’t stopped banging on about it ever since. She still gigs regularly and you might recognize her from I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here, the Grumpy Old Women series, plus the Grumpy Guides, Grumpy Holidays and It’s Grim up North.

Support includes Emily Barden, singer-songwriter and comic poets MarionSharville and Liz Verlander.

Visit our website for full details of all our Hot Bed support acts.

jennyeclair.com

“a fiercely charismatic presence”The Scotsman


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henning wehneins, Zwei, diyfri 20 mar, 8pmconnaught theatre£16, concs £1.50 off frienDs £13..................

After more than a decade in Britain, the German Comedy Ambassador has ‘groan’ to like puns... though he still couldn’t eat a whole one. As Henning’s assimilation is not yet complete he hasn’t lost his sense of Westphalian wonderment at the foibles of British society. Expect a crash course in personal accountability and havea right old laugh at the same time! Wunderbar!

henningwehn.de

“marvellous”The Guardian



richard herringlord of the dance setteefri 17 apr, 8pmconnaught theatre£16..................

After covering weighty issues like death, love, religion and spam javelins, “The King of Edinburgh” (List) is in a frivolous mood with this show about daftness, whether the term “cool comedian” is an oxymoron, bouncing joyously on the sofa and how Herring’s whole career is a failed attempt to top a piece of visual slapstick comedy he came up with at 16. Can he revisit the joke thirty years on or will it smash his old bones?

richardherring.com

“a new richard herring show is a never-ending cause for delight”

The List


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alan daviesfri 24 apr, 7.30pmconnaught theatre£21.50..................

Alan Davies is best-known for his role on Jonathan Creek and his time as a QI panel member. He returned to his stand-up roots a few years ago and he joins us for one night only, fresh off the back of his Little Victories UK tour.

Support includes Rachel Hawker, singer-songwriter and Kate Wilson, comic and baby juggler.


“wryly funny stuff”The Scotsman



stewart francispun genttue 28 apr, 8pmconnaught theatre£18.50..................

The star of Mock The Week, Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow and Live At The Apollo, embarks on a brand new stand up tour with a fantastic and hilarious new show! Presented by Live Nation in association with MHA. stewartfrancis.com

“a brilliant comic brain... this stand-up cracks some of the best one liners i’ve ever heard”

The Guardian


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katherine ryan glam role modelthu 30 apr, 8pmconnaught theatre£15.50, concs £2 off ..................

A dude who is fast becoming a recognisable face on British TV with appearances on BBC 1’s Live At The Apollo and Let’s Dance for Comic Relief, BBC 2’s Mock The Week, QI and Never Mind The Buzzcocks, C4’s 8 Out of 10 Cats and more, Katherine Ryan embarks on her second UKstand-up tour. The fresh, often dangerously fi erce pop-culture obsessed Canadian was unaffected by publicised death threats and survived the world’s fi rst crack-smoking mayor.

katherineryan.co.uk

“warped wit...striking presence...killer lines...calm confidence”

Scotsman



lee nelsonsuited and bootedsun 10 may, 7.30pmpaViLion theatre£21..................

Lee Nelson is back with a brand new show! You may have seen him host Live at the Apollo or caught him trying to join the England Squad as Premier League footballer Jason Bent. Now see Lee live in his highly anticipated nationwide tour. Ages 16+

leenelson.com

“never lost for words, never less than ingenious ... a seamlessly entertaining touring show”

The Times


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matt forde24 hour political party peopletue 12 may, 8pm connaught stuDio£11..................

Following a sell-out run in Edinburgh, Matt celebrates the great and the good (and Ed Miliband). See his brand new show as the countdown to Election 2015 starts here. As seen on Channel 4’s three-part comedy series Jon Richard Grows up, Have I Got News For You and 8 out of 10 Cats.

mattforde.com

“a first class comic”The Guardian



ruby waxsane new worldfri 22 may, 8pm connaught theatre£19, concs £ 2 off..................

In this show based on her acclaimed book Sane New World, comedian, actor and writer Ruby explains why we sabotage our sanity with our own thinking, shows how to rewire your thinking to find calm in a frenetic world and how to become the master, not the slave, of your own mind.

In addition to her comedy accolades, Ruby is also a mental health campaigner and gained a Masters degree in Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy from Oxford University. This show is your passport to saner living.

rubywax.net

“pure comedy”Time Out


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robert newmanWeD 27 may, 7.30pmconnaught stuDio£15.50..................

Writer and comedian Robert Newman, known for Newman and Baddiel and The Mary Whitehouse Experience, made a welcome return to the Edinburgh Fringe in 2014 with his fi rst new Edinburgh show in seven years, Robert Newman’s New Theory of Evolution.

Support includes The Silver Peevil, retro extra-terrestrial and Emily Barden,singer-songwriter.


robnewman.com

“one amaZing comedian”Time Out



phill jupitusthu 4 Jun, 7.30pmconnaught theatre£21.50..................

Phill Jupitus began his performing career in 1984, when he quit working in a Job Centre to become aleft-wing punk poet, going by the name Porky The Poet. As his poetry turned into comedy, his big TV break came in 1996 when he joined BBC2’s pop quiz Never Mind The Buzzcocks as a regular team captain.

Support includes Andrew Foster, singer-songwriter and Rachel Hawker,singer-songwriter.


“a true comic talent”Manchester Evening News


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alex hornemonsieur butterflythu 25 Jun, 8pmconnaught theatre£13..................

Stupidly ambitious, logistically problematic, potentially disastrous, this is the show Alex Horne has wanted to make for a decade. Finally, he will be Monsieur Butterfl y. One fl ap of his delicate wings, and mayhem may prevail.

alexhorne.com

“a terrific, high-concept comedy show, intricately constructed and forever whipping the rug out

from under us”The Guardian



john otway &attila the stockbrokerthu 30 JuL 7.30pmconnaught stuDio£15.50..................

John Otway is an English singer-songwriter who has built a sizeable cult audience through extensive touring, a surreal sense of humour and a self-deprecating underdog persona. He is joined by sharp-tongued, high-energy, social surrealist rebel poet and songwriter Attila the Stockbroker whose themes are topical, his words hard-hitting and his politics unashamedly radical.

Support includes Kate Wilson, comic poet.


johnotway.com attilathestockbroker.com

“utterly charming”The Guardian, on John Otway


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matt’s comedy club is a non-profi t community club with a family-friendly ethos which has hosted shows in the town since 2008. Hosted by co-founder Russ Bravo, expect a warm welcome and a fun night out for all ages from 12 upwards.

facebook.com/MattsComedyClub

james acaster and jay foremanin association with special treat

fri 20 feb, 8pmconnaught stuDio£9, concs £7..................

Striding across the comedy Bosphorus like some kind of geek god, James Acaster’s nerdy, witty material is earning plaudits quicker than you can say Jason and The Argonauts. Star of Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Mock The Week and more, his star is very much in the ascendant. Supported by the “Victoria Wood for the YouTube generation” Jay Foreman, armed with surreal songs aplenty. A real treat of a line-up.

jamesacaster.com | jayforeman.co.uk

matt’s comedy club



the new rope string bandthu 9 apr, 8pmconnaught stuDio£9, concs £7..................

Once seen, never forgotten: combining superb musicianshipwith side-splitting comic genius, the New Rope String Band are trulyunique entertainers. Pete Challoner, Tim Dalling and Jock Tyldesley combine vaudeville, slapstick and silliness with beautiful acoustic music from various world traditions. After 25 years together catch them on their Farewell Tour. You’ll be talking about it for the rest of the year.

newropestringband.co.uk

Zoe lyons and danny wardthu 11 Jun, 8pmconnaught stuDio£9, concs £7..................

Making a welcome return to Matt’s, Edinburgh Comedy Award best newcomer nominee and Dave’s Funniest Joke of the Fringe winner Zoe Lyons is also a familiar face on TV with credits including Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, Dave’s One Night Stand, Don’t Sit in the Front Row. The Wright Stuff and Mock the Week. Supported by Amused Moose People’s Champion 2013 Danny Ward.

zoelyons.co.uk | dannyward.org

new material night + special guests thu 6 aug, 8pmconnaught stuDio £5..................

A show devoted to new comedy material, packed with up and coming local acts plus a special guest or two.


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manford’s comedy clubJason Manford has carefully selected some of his favourite comedians from the circuit, who haven’t had their big break on TV yet. Funny people, who thrive in the live arena and want to make you laugh. He’s set up Manford’s Comedy Club for audiences who want a proper good night for a reasonable, affordable price so you can share the evening laughing out loud with friends and family and still have enough for a taxi home.

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andrew ryan, rob rouse, charlie bakerfri 13 mar, 8pmconnaught stuDio£11

maff brown, angela barnes, jonny awesomefri 15 may, 8pmconnaught stuDio£11

matt reed, jo caulfield, markus birdmanfri 10 JuL, 8pmconnaught stuDio£11

jojo smith, nathan caton, ray & timpkinsfri 11 sep, 8pmconnaught stuDio£11



other stuff

box office counterMon to Sat - Connaught from 9.30am, Pavilion from 10am. Sun from 1.30pm orone hour before the fi rst event of the day.

telephone01903 206 206Lines open 9:30am – 8:00pm Mon – Sat. 11:00am – 8:00pm Sun & Bank Holidays.

onlineworthingtheatres.co.uk

locationassembly hallStoke Abbott Rd, Worthing BN11 1HQconnaught theatre and studioUnion Place, Worthing, BN11 1LGpavilion theatreMarine Parade, Worthing, BN11 3PX

pLease noteAt the time of printing every effort was made to ensure all information contained in this programme was correct. However, where circumstances dictate, we reserve the right to make changes. Admission is subject to our standard terms of admission.

only fools and boycie

tue 10 mar, 7.30pmconnaught stuDio £16, concs £1 off..................Marlene! John Challis spills the beans on his Only Fools and Horses co-stars and tales of his glittering career.

knightmare livelevel 2

fri 3 JuL, 8pmconnaught stuDio£14.50, concs £1.50 off, frienDs £12..................Welcome, watchers of illusion, to Level 2. Adventure, puzzles and monsters await in this stage adaption of the cult TV classic.

an audience with helen lederer

thu 9 JuL, 7.30pmconnaught theatre£16.50, concs £1.50 off..................The actress and writer shares a tongue in cheek journey around her brush with show business.


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BARROWLAND BALLETTIGER TALEA troubled family’s world turns upside down when a tiger invades. It’s chaotic, it’s dangerous but brilliantly funny as the tiger reignites the family’s love for one another. With captivating dancers and live music, enjoy the thrill of sitting right up close to the action and the chance to explore the set at the end. Suitable for ages 7+

barrowlandballet.co.uk

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PAVILION THEATRE

WED 26 AUG 2Pm THU 27 AUG 2Pm

£8.50, fAmILy Of fOUR £28

DR BUNHEAD’s sEcRET scIENcE LABInternational TV stunt scientist Dr Bunhead (Brainiac, Blue Peter, The Slammer) presents an explosive show. He explores everyday bits and bobs, combining recycling with science to inspire budding scientists of all ages to get their hands dirty, but not the carpet. You’ll leave armed with heaps of safe and spectacular experiments to try at home, and some you definitely shouldn’t!

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PAVILION THEATRE

fRI 24 JUL 1.30Pm & 4.30PmsAT 25 JUL 11Am & 2.30Pm


THE AmAZING BUBBLE mANFrom square bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, fog-filled bubbles, giant bubbles, bubble volcanoes, tornados and trampolines to people inside bubbles, The Amazing Bubble Man conjures shrieks of laughter and gasps of amazement from all ages.With audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep everyone mesmerized.

amazingbubbleman.com

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THU 2 APR 11Am & 2Pm


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in 2015 We can’t Wait for…

Feb 27 | the seconD best marigoLD hoteLApr 24 | the aVengers: age of uLtron

May 22 | tomorroWLanDJun 12 | Jurassic WorLD

Jun 26 | the minion moVieOct 23 | James bonD 24


februaryFri 20 alan carr: yap, yap, yap!Fri 20 James acaster and Jay foreman (matt’s comedy club)Fri 27 Jenny eclair (hotbeD)

marchFri 13 manford’s comedy clubFri 20 henning Wehn: eins, Zwei, Diy

aprilThu 9 the new rope string band (matt’s comedy club)Fri 17 richard herring: Lord of the Dance setteeFri 24 alan Davies (hotbeD)Tue 28 stewart francis: pun gentThu 30 Katherine ryan: glam role model

maySun 10 Lee nelson: suited and booted Tue 12 matt forde: 24 hour political party peopleFri 15 manford’s comedy club Fri 22 ruby Wax: sane new WorldWed 27 robert newman (hotbeD)

juneThu 4 phill Jupitus (hotbeD)Thu 11 Zoe Lyons and Danny Ward (matt’s comedy club)Thu 25 Alex Horne: Monsieur Butterfl y

julyThu 9 an audience with helen LedererFri 10 manford’s comedy clubThu 30 John otway & attila the stockbroker (hotbeD)

augustThu 6 matt’s comedy club: new material night + special guests

septemberFri 11 manford’s comedy club

matt forde: 24 hour political party people

(matt’s comedy club)

comedy february to september



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