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Bristol Theatre, Comedy & Arts

— Unusual days out and things to do.

Our guide to comedy, pop-up theatre and performing arts in Bristol.

Independent theatre and performance in Bristol.

Theatre in Bristol

Aside from the annual spectacle of Mayfest, Bristol is always alive with inventive new theatre projects. From large touring productions to experimental local talent, it's always worth keeping your eyes on smaller venues like The Cube Cinema and The Wardrobe Theatre. It goes without saying that you should always check what's on at the The Old Vic Theatre.

Bristol Comedy Listings

Thu 4th June
Dancing Body Festival 2026 at Three Pools Farm
Wed 23rd July
Chris Grace: Sardines at The Wardrobe Theatre
— The Wardrobe Theatre

Chris Grace: Sardines Tickets

Comedy & Stand-Up Bristol

Those wanting to see the biggest names in stand-up comedy guide will be regularly buying tickets to shows at Bristol Beacon or The Hippdrome, where panel-show stars like Jimmy Carr and Russell Howard regularly tour. For scratch performaces and emerging talent we recommend looking at The Cube Cinema or the Hen & Chicken in Southville.

Full orchestra theatre score.

Theatre and Arts Events

A comedian performing stand-up at the Hen and Chicken

Tickets Available

Thu 9th October
Circus City Festival Passes at Various Venues
Sat 2nd August
Cider Salon Bristol 2025 at The Trinity Centre
— The Trinity Centre

Cider Salon Bristol 2025 Tickets

Fri 26th September
Micky Overman: Hold On at The Wardrobe Theatre
— The Wardrobe Theatre

Micky Overman: Hold On Tickets

Sat 8th November
Simple Things Festival at Multiple Venues, Bristol
— Multiple Venues, Bristol

Simple Things Festival Tickets

Sat 11th April
Outer Town Festival 2026 at Outer Town Festival
— Outer Town Festival

Outer Town Festival 2026 Tickets

Tue 22nd July
Men in Love launch with Irvine Welsh at The Trinity Centre