John Bishop

Review: THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 at John Brown University Berry Performing Arts Center
by Theresa Bertram - Oct 7, 2026

What did our critic think of THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 at John Brown University Berry Performing Arts Center?

Ignacio Lopez Will Kick Off UK Tour With NADA
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2026

Comedian Ignacio Lopez will tour the UK with NADA, a new comedy show created live each night from audience suggestions and crowd interaction. Tickets for dates from September through December 2026 are on sale now.

Ignacio Lopez Will Bring NADA Tour to Dublin
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2026

Comedian Ignacio Lopez announced a 2026 tour for NADA, his new improvised stand-up show created differently each night. The tour includes a one-off performance at The Sugar Club in Dublin on October 28, 2026.

THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW Releases Preview Clips with Tom Cruise, Florence Pugh
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026

BBC AMERICA released preview clips from the premiere episode of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW, featuring Tom Cruise discussing his role in the satire Digger, Florence Pugh on her EAST OF EDEN adaptation, and appearances by Lolly Adefope, John Bishop, and Emeli Sandé.

Ivy Crest Theatre Co. Will Present NO VACANCY SERIES
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 9, 2026

Ivy Crest Theatre Co. has just announced its production of the No Vacancy Series. No Vacancy is a collection of 3 one act plays set in motels throughout the last 50 years. Cabin 12 by John Bishop from the 70s, Motel Story by Alexandra Vassilaros in the 90s and Here Comes the Drone by Arlene Hutton from the 2010’s. A mix of drama and comedy the plays all deal with themes around connection, isolation and identity. Performances of the No Vacancy Series begin Thursday, September 10 for a limited run through September 13 at Urban Stages (259 West 30th Street).

Free Tickets Available For BBC New Comedy Awards at The Box at Fargo, Coventry
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026

Thirty comedians will compete across six free shows at The Box at Fargo Village, Coventry, with Amy Gledhill, Kiell Smith-Bynoe and Dan Tiernan judging the BBC New Comedy Awards heats.

CODE OF SILENCE Season Two Begins Filming at BritBox With New Cast
by Rachel Stone - Aug 20, 2026

BritBox announced filming has begun on season two of CODE OF SILENCE, with Rose Ayling-Ellis returning alongside new cast members Jonah Hauer-King, Jo Joyner, Sophie McShera and Emily Head.

Parr Hall to Offer Free Guided Tours for Heritage Open Days 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2026

Free guided tours of the Grade II listed Parr Hall in Warrington will offer a look behind the scenes of the 130-year-old venue as part of Heritage Open Days, with limited capacity and pre-booking required.

EDINBURGH 2026: Review: GARETH WAUGH: IS PEPSI OK?, Monkey Barrel 2
by Chloe Buckley - Aug 10, 2026

With carefully developed storytelling, plenty of laughs and a story that increasingly becomes more unbelievable as it unfolds, 'Is Pepsi OK?' proves that sometimes the funniest comedy comes from the most unexpected situations.

TWEEDY'S MASSIVE SOLO SHOW To Perform At Edinburgh Fringe Festival
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 9, 2026

Following the success of a 2025’s tour of Tweedy’s Massive Circus, Scottish clown Tweedy is back with a brand new solo show at the iconic purple cow. The show has just received a Gold Festivals Award EFFTA from the Fringe Theatre Awards.

Underbelly Boulevard Soho Will Close its Doors in January 2027
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2026

Underbelly has ended its lease early on Underbelly Boulevard Soho, with a final performance planned for January following months of programming including circus and musical parody productions.

ESL ROCHESTER FRINGE FESTIVAL to Feature 297 Productions in 15th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026

The ESL Rochester Fringe Festival announced its full lineup for its 15th season, featuring 715 performances of 297 productions at 45 venues, including CIRCUS IN THE CITY and comedian Pete Davidson as headliner.

Nina Conti Will Debut NINA'S C*NTI CABARET at Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026

Virtuoso ventriloquist, BAFTA nominee and British Comedy Award winning Nina Conti will return to this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe with her brand-new show ‘Nina's C*nti Cabaret.'

THE COMEDY STORE Will Come to Woolwich Works as Part of New Comedy Programme
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026

Woolwich Works announced a new comedy season featuring The Comedy Store, presented by Live Nation, alongside Edinburgh Fringe previews from Sara Barron, Garrett Millerick, and others.

Richard Strauss' ELEKTRA with Eun Sun Kim Will Come to San Francisco Opera
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026

San Francisco Opera will present Richard Strauss' ELEKTRA, led by Music Director Eun Sun Kim, in Keith Warner's contemporary museum staging featuring a cast including Elena Pankratova and Elza van den Heever.

Simon Brodkin Announces UNLEASHED Tour: 56 Dates Worldwide
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026

Simon Brodkin hits the road with his biggest ever tour, UNLEASHED – 56 dates across Australia, Sweden, Greece, Cyprus, and the UK and Ireland in 2026-2027.

Gilded Balloon Reveals Bumper Programme Of New Shows Now On Sale For 2026 Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2026

Gilded Balloon will present a diverse lineup of 105 new shows, including comedy, theatre, and cabaret, now on sale for the 2026 Edinburgh Fringe, marking its largest offering to date.

Bradley Cooper's IS THIS THING ON? Sets Hulu Streaming Debut
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 10, 2026

Is This Thing On?, the latest directorial outing from Tony Award-nominated actor Bradley Cooper, will begin streaming on Hulu and on Hulu on Disney+ on March 20.

Bradley Cooper's IS THIS THING ON? Sets Home Digital Release
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 5, 2026

Is This Thing On?, the latest directorial outing from Tony Award-nominated actor Bradley Cooper, will arrive on digital platforms February 10, and on 4K Blu-ray and DVD March 17.

Nish Kumar Will Embark on New Tour For 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026

Following the success of Nish Kumar's 2024/25 worldwide tour, the award-winning comedian is back with a brand-new show, Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy, for 2026.