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WEDNESDAY 07 OCTOBER 2026

Quirky Productions presents Human Nature Wednesday 07 October 2026
Venue:  The Lights     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Quirky Productions presents Human Nature - 7.30pm - The award winning comedy titans Quirky return to the stage with a show that blows the lid off the private domestic worlds of animals as we have come to know it. Using as many gags as they can cram into 90 minutes to provide unique insight* into all living creatures
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: thelights.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173691636


THURSDAY 08 OCTOBER 2026

OLGA KOCH: FAT TOM CRUISE Thursday 08 October 2026
Venue:  The Arc     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  OLGA KOCH: FAT TOM CRUISE - 7.30pm - Olga Koch has one good story. Only it’s not really her story. Do you wanna hear it? In Fat Tom Cruise, see the Melbourne and Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated star comb through recent history in an immersive and genre-defying new show. Directed by Jet Vevers.
Venue's website:  arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/arcwinch
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: www.arcwinchester.org.uk/event/olga-koch-fat-tom-cruise


FRIDAY 09 OCTOBER 2026

Andover Comedy Club - Marcus Brigstocke Friday 09 October 2026
Venue:  The Lights     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Andover Comedy Club - Marcus Brigstocke - 8pm - Andover Comedy Club returns to The Lights this October with a fantastic night of live stand-up comedy, headlined by the brilliant Marcus Brigstocke. A major name in British comedy, Marcus Brigstocke is a regular face on television and radio, with appearances on Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week, Have I Got News For You, QI and countless BBC Radio 4 programmes. Renowned for his razor-sharp wit, intelligent observations and effortless stage presence, Marcus has been one of the UK's most respected comedians for over two decades.
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: thelights.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173683897


SATURDAY 10 OCTOBER 2026

Romesh Ranganathan: Work In Progress Saturday 10 October 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Romesh Ranganathan: Work In Progress - 7.30pm - Join Romesh as he road-tests new material ahead of his brand-new tour.
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/romesh-ranganathan-work-progress

Mark Simmons: Jest to Impress Saturday 10 October 2026
Venue:  The Lights     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Mark Simmons: Jest to Impress - 8pm - WINNER Dave’s Funniest Joke of the Fringe 2024 As Seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV, ‘Master of one-liners’ Mark Simmons had a groundbreaking 200+ date sell out debut tour lasting two years, spanning the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. Mark is back on tour in 2026 with Jest To Impress, a brand new show packed with even more expertly crafted one-liners, alongside his trademark off-the-cuff jokes based on random audience suggestions.
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: thelights.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173670180


SUNDAY 11 OCTOBER 2026

Helch Comedy Club Sunday 11 October 2026
Venue:  Helch Market     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   19 Upper Brook St, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AL
Event:  Helch Comedy Club - 7.30pm - See poster for full details.
Venue's website:  helch.uk
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: helch.uk/winchester/whats-on

Max Fulham: Monkey Business Sunday 11 October 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Comedy  •  Family  •  For Children  •  Puppetry
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Max Fulham: Monkey Business - 2.30pm - Join Max, his sidekick Gordon the Monkey, and a gaggle of puppet friends as they get down to the seriously silly business of making big laughs for the whole family. Expect sketches, slapstick and briefcase full of nonsense. With years of family comedy experience under his belt, come along as Max brings his family-friendly show to Winchester!
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/max-fulham-monkey-business

Max Fulham: Memory Foam Sunday 11 October 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Comedy  •  Puppetry
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Max Fulham: Memory Foam - 7.30pm - After last year's sold out Edinburgh debut, Max is back and sorting through some boxes, but what will he find? Most likely a mixture of puppet characters, sketches and stand-up for you to rummage through. There’ll be family history, charity shopping, financial advice and more!
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/max-fulham-memory-foam


MONDAY 12 OCTOBER 2026

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TUESDAY 13 OCTOBER 2026

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WEDNESDAY 14 OCTOBER 2026

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THURSDAY 15 OCTOBER 2026

Sh!t-faced Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet Thursday 15 October 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Comedy  •  Theatre
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Sh!t-faced Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet - 7.30pm - The smash-hit, internationally acclaimed, award-winning, multi-sell-out phenomenon is back. The cast will present an unconventional, no-holds-barred interpretation of Romeo and Juliet, with a tipsily tragic take on William Shakespeare's most iconic roll call of characters: from a rat-arsed Romeo to a juiced-up Juliet, a trollied Tybalt or a mashed-up Mercutios, along with enough booze to sterilise a brewery floor. This will be a tragedy like no other — the cup overfloweth.
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/sht-faced-shakespearer-romeo-and-juliet

Neil Delamere: Reinventing the Neil Thursday 15 October 2026
Venue:  The Lights     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Neil Delamere: Reinventing the Neil - 8pm - Our comedic adventurer returns with a brand new standup show, packed to the brim of tall tales and hilarious stories. Join the star of the Blame Game, Live at the Apollo, QI and Celebrity Chase as he ponders the eternal question, if it ain't broke should he fix it?
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: thelights.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173673474


FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER 2026

BARNSTORMERS COMEDY OCT 2026, MATT GREEN, LOUISE LEIGH & KEVIN PRECIOUS Friday 16 October 2026
Venue:  The Arc     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  BARNSTORMERS COMEDY OCT 2026, MATT GREEN, LOUISE LEIGH & KEVIN PRECIOUS - 8pm - regular comedy night at The Arc, Barnstormers Comedy presents a line-up of three top acts from the London comedy circuit and beyond: many of them Comedy Store regulars
Venue's website:  arcwinchester.org.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/arcwinch
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: www.arcwinchester.org.uk/event/barnstormers-comedy-oct-2026-matt-green-louise-leigh-noel-james-kevin-precious


SATURDAY 17 OCTOBER 2026

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SUNDAY 18 OCTOBER 2026

Helch Comedy Club Sunday 18 October 2026
Venue:  Helch Market     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   19 Upper Brook St, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AL
Event:  Helch Comedy Club - 7.30pm - See poster for full details.
Venue's website:  helch.uk
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: helch.uk/winchester/whats-on


MONDAY 19 OCTOBER 2026

Masterclass: Physical Theatre Comedy & Improv Workshop (Darryl J Carrington) Monday 19 October 2026
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Categories   Comedy  •  Improv  •  Theatre  •  Workshop(s)
Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Masterclass: Physical Theatre Comedy & Improv Workshop (Darryl J Carrington) - 6.30pm - A practical, non-verbal session led by clown and comedian Darryl J Carrington. The focus is on using the body to communicate clearly and find comedy without relying on words. Participants will work with simple props and everyday objects, learning how small physical choices, timing, and attention can turn ordinary moments into something funny and engaging. A key part of the workshop is how to invite the audience into the play — noticing consent, responding honestly, and building connection with care rather than forcing interaction. Through straightforward exercises and improvisation, performers develop confidence, awareness, and a stronger sense of play, making work that feels open, human, and genuinely connected to the people watching.
Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/masterclass-physical-theatre-comedy-improv-workshop-darryl-j-carrington


TUESDAY 20 OCTOBER 2026

Dom Joly - Trigger Happy TV, the 25th Anniversary Tour Tuesday 20 October 2026
Venue:  The Lights     map Categories   Comedy
Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Dom Joly - Trigger Happy TV, the 25th Anniversary Tour - 8pm - It’s been twenty-five years since Trigger Happy TV burst onto our screens, transforming the hidden camera format with its surreal universe of characters and unforgettable pranks. Now, to celebrate a quarter-century of chaos, Dom Joly is bringing his most iconic characters and sketches to the stage in the Trigger Happy TV – Live! 25th-anniversary tour. Fans will experience beloved moments from the show, including The Giant Snail, The Traffic Warden, The Morris Dancer, The Scout, A Gang of Squirrels, and THAT Big Mobile Phone. Dom will share behind-the-scenes stories and insights on how these unforgettable moments came to life. But the surprises don’t stop there – this is live theatre, and fans can expect the unexpected.
Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover
Tickets or more information Tickets/more info: thelights.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173674634

 

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TOMORROW, Thursday 08 October 2026

Brioche + eatboys. + Apricity

Brioche + eatboys. + Apricity

Venue: The Railway
7.30pm doors
A Brother /sister 2 piece punk / thrash / rock band. Striving for simplicity and originality, Nile strives for fat riffs with a catchy hook, usually writing songs with a comedic touch such as pasty In the park or others on a deeper level such as circles.

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