Preview: JIMEOIN – YEEHAA! at Newcastle Tyne Theatre

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JIMEOIN – YEEHAA!

Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House

Friday 5th February 2016

Jimeoin is internationally acclaimed as one of live comedy’s masters. Now the Irishman from Australia and star of TV’s ‘Sunday Night at Palladium’, ‘Live at the Apollo’, ‘Royal Variety Performance’ musters his ever-evolving live show and the most famous eyebrows in comedy to The Tyne Theatre & Opera House to bring you an unforgettably hilarious evening of world-class stand-up. Mosey on down and lasso your tickets early!

‘Brilliant… It gets no better than this... Hilarious!’ (Time Out)

‘If laughter is the best medicine, Jimeoin is a course of steroids... Brilliant wit and razor-sharp take on the absurdities of life… A series of hilarious, often surrealistic climaxes. This is the comedy of one who truly perceives human behaviour, breaks it up, puts it all together again in all its ridiculousness, to leave you with your eyes streaming… Comic genius’ (Edinburgh Evening News)

‘Stand-up-comedy at its best!’ (Scotsman)

‘Jimeoin recalls the familiar at a fantastically silly level, boiling his audience down to a tear-filled, gibbering mess’    (Scotland on Sunday)

‘Inspired ramblings… Comedy of the highest order!’ (Independent)

On The Web:

Website: www.jimeoin.com

Twitter: @Jimeoin

YouTube: JimeoinOfficial

Facebook: Jimeoin

Tickets:

Tickets: £17.50 full price, £15.00 concessions (plus booking fees when booking online and over the phone)

The Tyne Theatre & Opera House Box Office is open 10am-3:30pm Monday to Friday and event days

Booking and Information Line: 0844 2491 000 (10am – 6pm Monday to Friday)

More information on the website: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

Facebook: www.Facebook.com/tynetheatreandoperahouse 

Twitter: www.twitter.com/tyneoperahouse

 

Preview: Omid Djalili at Barnard Castle Witham Arts Centre

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OMID DJALILI COMES TO BARNARD CASTLE

Omid Djalili

Barnard Castle Witham Arts Centre

Tuesday 1^st March 2016

Comedian and actor Omid Djalili is to visit Teesdale as part of his new tour.

Djalili, whose career has seen him become a fixture on both the comedy circuit and the silver screen, will visit The Witham arts centre in Barnard Castle on Tuesday 1^st March 2016 as part of his worldwide tour.

Following a sold-out four week West End residency and a sold-out season at the Edinburgh Festival, Djalili is now taking his new showIranalamadingdong to venues across Australia, North America and the Middle East before returning to the UK.

With over twenty years under his belt as a stand-up comedian, Djalili is one of the most recognisable comics in the country, notching up countless television appearances including Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You, and The Royal Variety Performance.

Armed with cheery observations, uncanny mimicry and old-school showmanship, the award-winning comic has been delighting audiences and critics with his energetic shtick since 1995.

As prominent on screen as he is on stage, Djalili has racked up an acting career as impressive as his comedy CV, with roles in Hollywoodblockbusters such as Gladiator, The Mummy, Pirates of the Caribbean and The Infidel.

He has also enjoyed success as a writer, having penned two series of sketch programme The Omid Djalili Show for the BBC, an episode of popular Sky anthology series Little Crackers, and his autobiography Hopeful, which was released last year.

Peter Dixon, of promoters Funny Way To Be, said: "Omid has a huge array of film, West End theatre and TV credits to his name, as well as a cabinets full of awards.  "It is as stand-up though where he truly comes into his own. Anyone who saw his last tour of major theatres will tell you of his razor sharp wit, boundless energy and expertly crafted cultural observations. We are elated that he has agreed to perform at our relatively small venue in Barnard Castle as part of his brand new tour."

Tickets:

Tickets are £22 and go on sale on Monday 2nd November 2015 from funnywaytobe.com.

VENUE: The Witham, 3 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, Durham, DL12 8LY

Review: Hound of the Baskervilles at Gateshead Little Theatre

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Howling With Laughter

Hound of the Baskervilles

Gateshead Little Theatre

Until Saturday 12^th December 2015

Imagine an adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's "Hound of the Baskervilles" in which there are more laughs than mystery? The story has been carefully adapted by Stephen Canny and John Nicholson. As an added twist, this production, by the Progressive Players of Gateshead, has all 16 characters performed by just 3 actors. The end result is very funny.

The show opens as Sir Charles Baskerville meets his untimely end. Philip Alexanders opens up an imaginary gate with creaking sound effects. In a simple gesture, the audience have already started laughing for all of the right reasons. Any worries are blown away as Daniel Wilde charges onto the stage to stop the action and read a production warning notice. The Play That Goes Wrong is currently going down a storm in the West End and it is that wonderful level of humour that has been achieved here.

James Race plays Sherlock Holmes as they try to solve the riddle of Baskerville’s death. Daniel Wilde is his faithful companion Watson. They discover that there is one final Baskerville remaining, his nephew Henry, who is coming across from Canada to visit the estate. They decide to head to Dartmoor to get to the bottom of the riddle. Holmes tries to remain the alpha male in each conversation even though Watson has his fair share of breakthroughs.

The cast clearly enjoy this show and it is the onstage chemistry between the 3 that helps make this show work. Behind the scenes, the crew also have comic timing with the lighting and sound effects and ensuring the props are ready.

At a time of year when theatres are full of shows for children it is great to see a show that adults will enjoy. Janet Wind’s direction has resulted in a slick performance. There is a nice combination of breaking that fourth wall and apparent “errors” on stage for the audience to laugh at. 

Proving that laughter isn’t for children this is the perfect antidote for the pantomime season. This is a very funny show that is well worth seeking out.

Cast:

Jim Race as Sherlock Holmes & many others

Phil Alexanders as Sir Henry & others

Dan Wilde as Watson & Local

Creatives:

Stage Manager Terry Collier, Gordon Dunlop, Gavin Jaques,

Set Design & Construction George Mavin, Peter Mitchell & John Woods

Lighting Sound Set by: Robbie Carruthers & Mike Swallow

Lighting operate: Jenni Craig

Sound Set: Marian Walker

Sound Operate: Samantha Hutton

Directed by: Janet Wind

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/littletheatregateshead/

Box Office: 0191 478 1499

Website: www.littletheatregateshead.com/

 

Preview: Laffs4Kids at Newcastle Tyne Theatre

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A Night Of Comedy In Exchange For An Unwrapped Present For A Child!

Laffs4Kids

Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House

Saturday 19^th December 2015, 8.30pm

Tyne Theatre & Opera House are thrilled to announce that on Saturday 19^thDecember they will host Laffs4Kids, a fantastic charity event in aid of Cash for Kids featuring North East favourite’s Jason Cook, Chris Ramseyand more.

This Christmas 40,000 children across the North East living in poverty will not have a Christmas present on Christmas day. Laffs4Kids is trying to do something about that. A stellar bill of globe-trotting Geordie comedians coming together for one night to make you laugh your Christmas stockings off. And the price of admission? Merely bring an unwrapped present for a child.

To cover the admin costs and book a seat, there is a nominal one pound charge, but book your ticket then turn up with a present for a child and watch the finest comedians knock your socks off just before Christmas. This promises to be the happiest comedy show you have ever been to. People are paying with presents!

Lineup:

Jason Cook will introduce:
Chris Ramsey
Billy Mitchell
Steffen Peddie
Alfie Joey
Mickey Hutton

And more

to be added!

Tickets:

£1 booking fee per ticket. Ticket holders must buy a child’s present to hand in on the evening. Tickets will only be available from Tyne Theatre & Opera House Box Office and website, not via our telephone booking line.

The Tyne Theatre & Opera House Box Office is open 10am-3:30pm Monday to Friday and event days.

More information at our Website: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

Review: Steffen Peddie at Newcastle Stand Club

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99 Problems And The Chips Ain’t One

Steffen Peddie

Newcastle Stand Club

5^th October 2015

The Stand Comedy Club was rather full when we arrived but we found good seats all the same and settled down for what was to be a rib tickling evening even without a beer. I was designated driver. Steffen Peddie has grown and bloomed as a stand-up in the last few years. He’s no newcomer, as he says, he did his first comedy slot at the tender age of 13. 99 Problems but the Chips Ain’t One creates shows that are never going to be the same twice. The audience donates questions, about anything and Steffen attempts to answer them. Fortunately Steffen has a rich stash of stories and anecdotes, as well as ideas, that had me rocking with laughter.

The one-man show lasted 2 hours and at no point did Steffen “dry up”. The Stand also can provide snacks with your beers, which is very nice. This show did incredibly well getting such a crowd in on a Monday night. The night also raised  money for Big Pink Dress Fundraising, collecting for Breast Cancer Now, with Colin Plews adorned from massive wig to his toes in pink, and joined by his pink dressed lady friends to help out.

Steffen did end the night of fun with a serious point: we all go through difficulties and there’s too much dependency on social media for therapy. Just meet up with a friend, share a bag of chips and have a good chat. Problems seem so much smaller that way. I agree, Steffen, fancy some chips?

This review was written by Joanne Oliver for the North East Theatre Guide from Jowheretogo PR (www.jowheretogo.com). Follow Jo on twitter @jowheretogo, Stephen @panic_c_button or like Jowheretogo on Facebook www.facebook.com/Jowheretogo

Read the original North East Theatre Guide preview: http://nomorepanicbutton.blogspot.co.uk/2015/09/preview-steffen-peddie-on-tour.html

Tour:

Sunday 11^th October 2015 Hull Fruit (under Giggles Live) https://www.hullboxoffice.co.uk/tickets/buy_ticket/676
Thursday 15th October 2015 Hexham Queens Hall http://www.queenshall.co.uk/events/comedy-night-steffen-peddie 

Friday 23^rd October 2015 Stockton on Tees Arc (under Ten Feet Tall) http://arconline.co.uk/whats-on/comedy/steffen-peddie-99-problems-and-the-chips-ain%E2%80%99t-one

Saturday 14^th November 2015 Nottingham Comedy Festival at Navigation (6 Wilford St, Nottingham NG2 1AA) http://www.nottscomedyfestival.co.uk/calendar_156039.html

 

Preview: The Tommy Cooper Show at Darlington Civic Theatre

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 SO FUNNY YOUR TEETH WILL ITCH

The Tommy Cooper Show

Darlington Civic Theatre

Thursday 24 September 2015

Darlington Civic Theatre will be buzzing as the zany antics of comedy genius Tommy Cooper are brought to life with The Tommy Cooper Show on Thursday 24 September.

The Tommy Cooper Show features West End star Daniel Taylor (Blood Brothers) as Tommy Cooper, in the knockout performance of the year.

The show comes with a fabulous supporting cast, and all of your favourite jokes. Between the story, the gags and the magic, and Daniel’s incredible portrayal of showbusiness legend Tommy Cooper, this promises to be a very special show.

Gareth Jones (formerly Gaz Top) stars as Miff Ferrie, Tommy’s long suffering agent and manager along with Sharon Byatt as Tommy’s wife Gwen Cooper.

This production has the blessing of Tommy’s estate, and his daughter Vicky.

“Daniel Taylor is breath-taking as Cooper” British Theatre Guide

Tickets:

The Tommy Cooper Show is at Darlington Civic Theatre on Thursday 24 September.

Tickets* are £14 to £18

To book contact the Box Office on 01325 486 555 or visit www.darlingtoncivic.co.uk

*All ticket prices include a £1 restoration levy.

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Frankie Boyle: Hurt Like You’ve Never Been Loved

Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House

Friday 20th November 2015

Tyne Theatre & Opera House are happy to announce another big name in the world of comedy, Frankie Boyle will be taking over our stage with his new set, Hurt Like You've Never Been Loved on Friday 20th November 2015 at 8pm.

Frankie has written this new set not to tour, but as a response to Kendrick Lamar's last album. After these stand-up performances the ball will very much be in Kendrick's court. Come witness this harrowing onstage breakdown.

'Black-hearted brilliance…the chance to see him at close quarters is not to be missed' Guardian

Tickets:

Tickets go on sale: Friday 11th September 2015at 10am.

£20  (plus booking fees when booking online and over the phone)

The Opera House Box Office is open 10am-3:30pm Monday to Friday and event days

Booking and Information Line: 0844 2491 000 (10am – 6pm Monday to Friday)

More information at our Website: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

  

Preview: Steffen Peddie On tour

You Bring a Problem, He Supplies an Answer, and a Laugh Along the Way!

99 PROBLEMS ANDTHE CHIPS ARENT ONE

Steffen Peddie

On Tour

Steffen Peddie is undertaking his first tour this year, with a show that’s a step away from the normal Stand Up shows.

The show is entirely created from the audience’s suggestions and improvised on the night, so it’s a comedy tightrope walk as anything can be asked!

Photo: Andy Hollingworth

The show is called “99 Problems and the Chips Aren’t One”.

The audience write the questions (“Problems”) and Steffen has to solve them, making it a different show every time.

The show has been performed six times so far, and has managed to cover varying topics from

“Who picks up guide dog poo”

“Why don’t sheep shrink in the Rain”

“Why is my partner sleeping with my brother”

The last one turned the show rather serious as a relationship breakdown happened mid gig, proving that anything can happen on the night!

The tour is entirely self financed and is playing venues large and small, from large regional Theatres to Village Halls as well as some major Comedy Festivals along the way.

"He holds the audience's attention throughout and leaves the stagewith me wanting more." The Journal

Steffen Peddie is a Stand up comedian from Newcastle upon Tyne.  He told his first joke on stage at 13 in his local youth club and has continued doing so since.  After minor success on the fledgling comedy circuit and appearing as comedy support with Ross Noble on two different National Kids Saturday Morning TV Shows he took a break from Stand Up and turned his time to becoming a professional wrestler.

Ten years of bending bones, wearing lycra in public and various chair shots took its toll on Steffen and he decided that it was time to call it a day. After performing at the Café de Paris in London in front of a star studded audience as part of Viz Magazines 25th Anniversary party he decided to call it a day and retire from the world of grappling.

"His forays into audience participation are good-natured and demonstrate a sharp improvisational mind." The Skinny

After a conversation with other comedians he decided to try stand up again “for a few shows” to see if it would be fun. Ten years later he has not stopped and has matured as an act with his time away.

Success has come his way in the form of a roll in the main cast of Jason Cooks BBC sitcom “Hebburn”. The award winning show ran for two series and a Christmas Special, and is still much loved by the public, both in the UK and with large international success.

Acting has continued with a number of TV adverts and short films, including Alan Moore’s (writer of Watchmen, The League of Gentlemen, V for Vendetta) first film “His Heavy Heart” as well as hosting Metro Radio and TFMs “NIGHTOWLS” phone in show as the regular guest host when Alan Robson is away.

“Whatever was thrown his way, Peddie came back with a hilarious response and relatable stories from his own life that generated belly-aching laughter.” Shields Gazette

On top of this he is a proud member of The Geordie Rat Pack alongside Jason Cook, Glen Roughead and Neil Grainger. The four perform along with a fifteen piece band and play Swing classics in their own style. After selling out the Sage Gateshead earlier this year and selling out their next two shows, more are to be announced soon.

“The comic’s ability to think on his feet was phenomenal and he had his audience in stitches” Hartlepool Mail

 

On The Web:

Website = www.steffenpeddie.com

Facebook = www.facebook.com/pages/Steffen-Peddie

Twitter = @SteffenPeddie

Tour:

Wednesday 23^rd September 2015 Liverpool Comedy Festival (Hot Water Comedy Club) http://www.hotwatercomedy.co.uk/indiv_gigs/?id=371

Saturday 26^th September 2015 Hartlepool Flix Movie Café https://www.facebook.com/events/1495310754114381/

Monday 5^th October 2015 at Newcastle upon Tyne The Stand Comedy Club http://www.thestand.co.uk/show/26501/steffen_peddie_99_problems_and_the_chips_aint_one_

Sunday 11^th October 2015 Hull Fruit (under Giggles Live) https://www.hullboxoffice.co.uk/tickets/buy_ticket/676

Friday 23^rd October 2015 Stockton on Tees Arc (under Ten Feet Tall) http://arconline.co.uk/whats-on/comedy/steffen-peddie-99-problems-and-the-chips-ain%E2%80%99t-one

Saturday 14^th November 2015 Nottingham Comedy Festival at Navigation (6 Wilford St, Nottingham NG2 1AA) http://www.nottscomedyfestival.co.uk/calendar_156039.html