Tour & Solo Shows
Not just home to the Canalhouse Comedy Nights and the Nottingham Comedy Festival. The Canalhouse also hosts many live comedy tour shows throughout the year.
(tour shows are added regularly)
Sunday 13th July
Canalhouse - Main Stage
"Allegations" is the debut tour from Rob Mulholland; seasoned stand-up comedian, podcaster (Dead Men Talking) and one of the kings of the North's burgeoning DIY comedy scene. A wild, high-energy barrage of belly laughs covering all the topics you're not really meant to talk about.
Not for the easily offended.
"Mulholland’s language and content may be a tad startling to some, but don’t be fooled into assuming that he’s some one-dimensional shock-comic looking to offend for notoriety’s sake. His material is clever, layered and acutely observed." Joe.co.uk
One of Rolling Stone's 12 Must-See Shows at the Fringe
Age 18+
Sunday 28th September
Canalhouse - Main Stage
Join Carl as he celebrates 10 years of touring as he presents his best and favourite routines from over the years. Material selected by his fans and himself, this night promises to deliver!
“Amazing…Brilliant…An Absolute Gem…Must See!” Prime Video
Tuesday 7th October
Canalhouse - Main Stage
Like protest songs? Neither does Grace Petrie - and she's been singing them for 15 politically disastrous years. No longer able to meet the deadened eyes or desperate hopes of leftwing audiences, she reckons there's no better time for a feel-good show! Depressed by fascism, misogyny and eco-destruction? Sounds like YOUR climate needs a change!
Long respected as the British folk scene’s funniest lesbian, Grace’s 2022 standup debut Butch Ado About Nothing garnered critical acclaim and sold out venues across the UK. THIS IS NO TIME TO PANIC! sees her combine music and comedy for the first time. She knows folk songs can't save the world, and neither can standup. But both at the same time?? Read it and weep, Putin!
“Borderline miraculous” - ★★★★★ Scotsman
“An effervescent charm-bomb of a performer” - New Yorker
Photo credit: Fraser West
Thursday 16th October
Canalhouse - Main Stage
Like all women who literally just celebrated their 35th birthday five years ago, Hayley Ellis is obsessed with true crime. Sure, it's not the most feminist of passions - but since when do we ever do what’s best for ourselves, however old we get? Join Hayley as she navigates middle age - and as everyone agrees, the middle of anything is always the most delicious part (excluding Donuts, Avocados or plane seats), the joys of remaining (mostly) happily unmarried and the truly horrific journey of later-in-life contraception Something for everyone.
As seen as tour support for Sarah Millican and Jason Manford
"Sharp, clever, and very funny" - THE SUNDAY POST
“Ellis is a talent" - FEST MAG
Winner Best Show - NW Comedy Awards 2023
Nottingham Comedy Festival Shows:
Saturday 1st November
7pm
Cafe Sobar
Masterfully weaving socio-political satire with heartfelt introspection in his trademark charming and endearing style, Imran has been a pioneering voice in modern British comedy and across the world, racking up over 7 million hits on his YouTube channel.
Shazia Mirza: “Imran always produces incisive, intelligent, and thought-provoking comedy. Always funny, entertaining, and pushing the boundaries”.
Mark Thomas: “Imran is one of the comedy world’s hidden gems, funny, gently subversive and full of heart”.
This brand new show is an honest and cheeky celebration of modern Britain. Karma has caught up with the colonial past of our nation, and those who were once subjugated by the British Empire have made it their home. Be it the Mayor, the Prime Minister, or a Stand Up Comedian; Britain has bloomed into a bountiful basket
of rich talent because many of us got on with integrating, working hard and making a massive contribution through patient and peaceful endeavour... Welcome to my ‘soft jihad’.
Part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival
Please note: this is an alcohol free venue
Sunday 2nd November
2pm
Canalhouse - Main Stage
“The best showcase of pure joke-writing skill" (Guardian). Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Glenn Moore has written too many jokes again. Expect a fast-paced whirlwind of punchlines from one of the greatest joke-writers of his generation.
As seen on Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You, Mock The Week, Cats Does Countdown. As heard on The Dave Berry Breakfast Show on Absolute Radio, The News Quiz,
Just A Minute, and his own Radio 4 series Glenn Moore's Almanac.
"An absolutely brilliantly-crafted joy from start to finish" - Mail On Sunday ★★★★★
"This is classy, gag-driven comedy at its most intense and funniest" - Chortle ★★★★★
Part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival
Sunday 2nd November
5.30pm
Canalhouse - Main Stage
Phil McIntyre Live Ltd in association with Insanity Group presents
A new blancmange of whimsy from the somewhat fizzy mind of Harriet Dyer featuring hot topics such as wearing a wetsuit on a bus, jaunty social commentary on why couples don’t talk to each other anymore, and trying to get a cow to lick the top of your head.
2024 Winner of C4’s Sean Lock Comedy Award
As seen on Live At The Apollo, Rosie Jones’ Disability Comedy Extravaganza, Comedy Central Live,
The Russel Howard Hour.
“A must-see and a masterclass of originality“ ★★★★★ Neurodiverse Review
“Delightfully chaotic“ Fest Mag
“Comedy needs more voices like Dyer’s“ Chortle
“…such well-written and crafted work with articulate storytelling magic“ ThreeWeeks
Instagram: @harrietdyercomedy
Facebook: harrietdyercomedy
Website: harrietdyer.com
Part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival
Sunday 2nd November
7pm
Canalhouse - Main Stage
After a phenomenal, sold-out, international tour. Plus, a second round of supporting Milton Jones. The man who asked us, “Do you ski?” is turning everything upside down and asking, “Do you scuba?”
In a world that is full of relentless click bate, online distractions and brain rotting content, the racing brain has finally gotten too much for Tom.
Booking a trip to Indonesia and leaving western world behind, it’s time for Tom to dive head first into a journey of self-discovery that will see him submerge himself as far down in the ocean as possible, while asking himself the most profound questions of what truly makes someone who they are. It’s time for Tom to go “Deep”
As seen on Netflix, Comedy Central and host of Very British Problems
“Clever, passionate and soulful“ ★★★★★ The New European
“A twisted view of the world“ ★★★★★ The Sunday Express
“Brilliant, bright and insightful… everyone’s cup of tea“ ★★★★★UK Cabaret
“Houghton elicits the type of laughter that makes it hard for you to breath; Your eyes glass over with tears, and you can’t look at him for fear of falling off your chair“ ★★★★ The New Current
“Get your tickets today. Tomorrow may well be too late. A Star is Born“ ★★★★★ One 4 Review
“This unexpected tour de force warrants a 21-gun salute“ ★★★★
The Daily Telegraph
“A crafty idiot “ ★★★★ The Daily Mail
Part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival 2025
Wednesday 5th November
6.30pm
Canalhouse - Main Stage
Scottish Comedy Agency presents: Mark Nelson: Liquid Gold
Multi award winning Scottish stand up Mark Nelson returns with his brand new tour show. One of the most acclaimed and sought after comedians in the UK and abroad, Nelson brings a distinctive mix of cutting observations, social commentary and hilarious one liners.
UK Comedians Comedian Of The Year.
5 time winner of Best Headliner at the Scottish Comedy Awards Host of BBC's The Good, The Bad & The Unexpected and Edinburgh Unlocked. As Seen And Heard on Have I Got News For You, The News Quiz and Have A Word.
Over 750 million views online.
‘Possesses a talent that is simply obscene’ The List *****
‘A golden majestic hour of comedy. Perhaps the purest form of stand up’ Arts Award Voice *****
‘As accomplished a stand as you'll see anywhere’ Rolling Stone
Part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival 2025
Thursday 6th November
7pm
Canalhouse - Main Stage
Helen is back and is struggling. She has spent the last year being forced to hang out with someone she doesn’t like and who honestly does not like her. It’s tense, it’s uncomfortable, they won’t leave.
A brand new show from award-winning comedian Helen Bauer. Star of Live at the Apollo (BBC2), 8 Out Of 10 Cats (C4), Am I Being Unreasonable (BBC One) and Extraordinary (Disney+). She also co-hosts the extremely popular and award-winning podcast Trusty Hogs.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Everyone needs to hear what Bauer has to say" BROADWAY BABY
★ ★ ★ ★ “Bauer's show is both relatable and unique... sharp, incisive and no holds barred" EVENING STANDARD
★ ★ ★ ★ “Good God, Helen Bauer is a force of nature... at the top of her comedic game" CHORTLE
Part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival 2025
Friday 7th November
7pm
Canalhouse - Main Stage
There comes a day when you look around and wonder “is the world a raging bin fire, or is it perimenopause?” The answer, my friend, is “yes”.
Authentic, curious, and gleefully irascible, storyteller and comedian Desiree Burch leads a madcap voyage through the Middle Ages - AKA the mid-life crisis, and its mandatory metamorphosis – in her new standup hour. Desiree brings both childlike wonder and crone-like wit to the experiences of losing sleep, relevance, knee cartilage, oestrogen, youth, and illusions in a laugh-packed hour that celebrates the fury and freedom found when you’ve accepted that time has ruined your plans, but roll up your sleeves to fight it anyway.
Desiree Burch is an American comedian who has appeared across the UK’s biggest comedy shows, including Taskmaster, The Mash Report, Live At The Apollo, Travelman, The Last Leg, QI, and more. She’s also the wisecracking narrator of Netflix's iconic guilty pleasure Too Hot to Handle.
‘That Desiree Burch can have audiences of all demographics howling over something many would struggle to define is testament to rare comic chops.’ ★★★★★ The Age (Australia)
‘Spectacular as it gets without costumes, props and fireworks.’ ★★★★★ Fest Mag
‘Near-perfect example of comedic storytelling.’ ★★★★ The Evening Standard
★★★★ The Guardian ★★★★ The Scotsman
Part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival 2025
Sunday 9th November
2pm
Canalhouse - Main Stage
Cop-turned-comedian Alfie returns with a brand-new show ahead of recording his BBC Radio 4 comedy It's a Fair Cop. The audience are sworn in as cops before Alfie shares a real-life scenario from his own casebook. He playfully challenges them to say what they would've done – with often unexpected and entertaining results. Policing decisions are easy in hindsight, aren't they? Now you can experience the thrills, spills and laughter of making high-risk calls in the moment. Fair Cop Live is challenging, thought-provoking and fun. That would be a crime to miss!
“…offbeat, revealing and very funny” ***** - You Magazine
“Brilliantly funny, genuinely hilarious” – David Mitchell
“His charisma shines through as bright and colourful as a twirling blue light” – Times
Part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival 2025
Sunday 9th November
7pm
Canalhouse - Main Stage
After a phenomenal, sold-out, international tour. Plus, a second round of supporting Milton Jones. The man who asked us, “Do you ski?” is turning everything upside down and asking, “Do you scuba?”
In a world that is full of relentless click bate, online distractions and brain rotting content, the racing brain has finally gotten too much for Tom.
Booking a trip to Indonesia and leaving western world behind, it’s time for Tom to dive head first into a journey of self-discovery that will see him submerge himself as far down in the ocean as possible, while asking himself the most profound questions of what truly makes someone who they are. It’s time for Tom to go “Deep”
As seen on Netflix, Comedy Central and host of Very British Problems
“Clever, passionate and soulful“ ★★★★★ The New European
“A twisted view of the world“ ★★★★★ The Sunday Express
“Brilliant, bright and insightful… everyone’s cup of tea“ ★★★★★UK Cabaret
“Houghton elicits the type of laughter that makes it hard for you to breath; Your eyes glass over with tears, and you can’t look at him for fear of falling off your chair“ ★★★★ The New Current
“Get your tickets today. Tomorrow may well be too late. A Star is Born“ ★★★★★ One 4 Review
“This unexpected tour de force warrants a 21-gun salute“ ★★★★
The Daily Telegraph
“A crafty idiot “ ★★★★ The Daily Mail
Part of the Nottingham Comedy Festival 2025
-- End of Festival Shows --
Wednesday 19th November
Canalhouse - Main Stage
Like protest songs? Neither does Grace Petrie - and she's been singing them for 15 politically disastrous years. No longer able to meet the deadened eyes or desperate hopes of leftwing audiences, she reckons there's no better time for a feel-good show! Depressed by fascism, misogyny and eco-destruction? Sounds like YOUR climate needs a change!
Long respected as the British folk scene’s funniest lesbian, Grace’s 2022 standup debut Butch Ado About Nothing garnered critical acclaim and sold out venues across the UK. THIS IS NO TIME TO PANIC! sees her combine music and comedy for the first time. She knows folk songs can't save the world, and neither can standup. But both at the same time?? Read it and weep, Putin!
“Borderline miraculous” - ★★★★★ Scotsman
“An effervescent charm-bomb of a performer” - New Yorker
Photo credit: Fraser West
Thursday 27th November
Canalhouse - Main Stage
Stevie Martin (Taskmaster, Mitchell & Webb’s brand new sketch show, 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, The Horne Section TV Show ) has been doing online comedy for a while (45 million views worldwide) but is now returning to live comedy with her latest show, which sold out at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and at Soho Theatre this year. It's like her online stuff but she'll be on a stage and you can't pause her to get a snack (meats?). Also you have to sit in a specific room to watch it (please don’t bring your meats to this room).
‘High-quality gags tightly packed inside other gags, ready to jack-in-the-box out and multiply... Ingenious' The Guardian ★★★★
“Generous, surprising and joyous” The Times★★★★
'Stevie Martin's densely-packed show peeking behind the curtain of online stardom begs repeat visits... A clever, knowing and, crucially, hilarious, hour' The Scotsman ★★★★
'Successfully brings that online visual hilarity to the stage, via twin immersive screens assaulting your senses with messages from her phone and laptop while Stevie hardly catches breath between gags' Daily Express ★★★★
“This is a properly funny show” The List ★★★★
More shows will be announced soon...
Looking for other shows?
We run multiple shows throughout the year from our award winning, new act /new material night - Canalhouse Comedy Night, to various Tour Shows with some of the countries best comedians.