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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 24th July
The People's Comedy: Tobacco Factory at The Tobacco Factory
Sat 12th July
Not Now Bernard at The Trinity Centre
— The Trinity Centre

Not Now Bernard Tickets

Sat 2nd August
Cider Salon Bristol 2025 at The Trinity Centre
— The Trinity Centre

Cider Salon Bristol 2025 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

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

Simple Things Festival Tickets

Sun 13th July
British Kendama Open at The Trinity Centre
— The Trinity Centre

British Kendama Open 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
Sat 12th July
SOFT BUTCH ❈ SOFT PRIDE ❈ Day Party at The Trinity Centre
Sun 7th September
Zinezilla Arts Festival at The Trinity Centre
— The Trinity Centre

Zinezilla Arts Festival Tickets