The week's best live comedy

The best of the week’s live comedy. These are outdoor and socially-distanced gigs. Check with venues about party size restrictions. Most shows require advance booking.

Sunday October 11

LONDON: Tim Key and John Kearns, two comics who’ve won armfuls of awards for their inventive, dry humour bring the drollery to the Bussey Rooftop Bar in Peckham tonight.

Tuesday October 13

LONDON: You know a Simpsons-themed drag cabaret might be just what the world’s calling out for right now. A Night In Springfield, at the West End’s Phoenix arts club promises Ned Flanders burlesque, drag sisters Patty and Selma and lizard queen Lisa. Fan-diddly-dabulous.

Thursday October 15

LONDON: Alexandra Palace, which has been running outdoor gigs over the summer, reopens its main theatre for socially distanced shows. Al Murray kicks things off with comedy friends Jonny And The Baptists, Bella Hull and Sophie Duker.

Friday October 16

LONDON: Edinburgh comedy award winner John Robins headliners a Live At Bush Hall gig, with fine support from Rhys James and Sophie Duker. In fact, there are two hour-long shows, at 7pm and 9.30pm. Tickets.

Saturday October 17

NOTTINGHAM: This might fall foul of local lockdowns, depending on what Boris Johnson announces tomorrow. But if the PM will let you out, the enticing bill at the Glee Club includes mischievously wild storytelling from Canadian Glenn Wool, witty drollery from Welshman Morgan Rees and gregarious chat from Scotswoman Jay Lafferty.

LONDON: Dara O Briain headlines another gig at Alexandra Palace, with Nathan Caton, Russell Kane and Suzi Ruffell in support.

Published: 11 Oct 2020