The grumpiest uncle in showbiz is back with a brand-new show. See Tez Ilyas work out fresh jokes, furious rants, and ridiculous stories, ahead of his massive Nationwide tour this Autumn.

Star of: Man Like Mobeen (BBC Three), Live at the Apollo (BBC Two), Fighting Talk (BBC Radio 5 Live) and the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Secret Diary of a British Muslim Aged 13 3⁄4.

★★★★ The Times

This show is part of The Gaffe's 2026 Preview Season, which is your chance to see some of the most exciting comedians making their way up to the iconic Edinburgh Fringe this August or going on tour in the near future.

Show details:

● This event has been moved to our sister venue, The Robin Hood on St Michael's Hill, (56 St Michael's Hill, BS2 8DX)

● Doors 19:15

● Show 19:30-20:30 (no interval)

● Last entry is 19:30

● 18+ only

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About the venue
The Gaffe is Bristol's hottest new club, the perfect place to start or finish your night! Grab a drink at the bar, catch an evening stand-up show at 7pm, or stick around for our late-night shenanigans!

"Great MC, excellent comics and a cosy vibe. I look forward to going again ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Becky, Google Local Guide reviewer

"Great night of comedy in Bristol! Been at both midweek and weekend shows and the comedians are so funny, vibes are great and room set up perfectly for comedy." - Phoebe, Google Local guide reviewer

"What a funny night! First time going to a comedy show, found myself in the front row put on the spot by the MC! Definitely will be back, loved every minute of it!" - Izabella, Google Local Guide reviewer

Reviews of our previous comedy nights:

‘A unique and evocative comedy night’ - Bristol 365

‘Put at the top of your to do list’ - 365Bristol.com

‘If we had to choose one place for comedy in Bristol, this would be it’ - Culture Calling

See all upcoming tour shows at The Gaffe on our website: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com