Follow the intrepid Shuttleworth as he traverses the Channel Islands in an attempt to decipher whether the further South you go the softer people become. Accompanied on camera by his incompetent agent Ken Worthington, and later (when Ken goes AWOL) by a leather-clad, roller-skating camera operator called Faye, a cash-strapped John spends his summer travelling thorough Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney and Sark, meeting a host of fascinating people, and one or two boring ones. But are they Southern Softies? And will John, running out of camera crew, film stock, and places to sleep, be able to get the help he needs to complete the film?

Due to the popular demand of this performance - Lee Mack returns to the Lowry Theatre on Sunday 9th May - click here...

Following the sell-out success of his last appearance in 2008, Mr. Chris Addison is back! Star of the Bafta Award-winning comedy The Thick of It, In The Loop, Skins and Lab Rats, he returns with a brand new show of his critically acclaimed stand-up. Daftness! Whimsy! Jokes! Lies! Smartarsery! Flapping about! All present and correct.

Whether he's singing an ode to an ailing grandfather (and the inheritance that his death will bring), breaking up with a girlfriend because of her racial make-up (she's just “too white”), or opening the door to his mind to let the voices inside his head sing out, Lynch is a self-proclaimed "musician trapped in the body of a comedian."

In 2009, DAVE GORMAN set off on a unique national tour. The intention: to cycle over 1500 miles across Britain in 33 days… with a gig each night. I suppose that explains the title. But demand for the show has been so high that he’s decided to keep performing it… but this time without cycling from venue to venue. He’s obviously getting lazy. So now only the last bit of the title makes sense. But look at it from his point of view. Same show, fewer blisters. What would you do? Of course from your point of view it doesn’t matter because it’s not a show about the journey

A heady mix of artistic integrity, loyalty and avarice has put Jimmy back on the road. If you only see one comedy show this year… what’s the matter with you? Get out more. A ‘rapier’ is the long sword of a gentleman. ‘Rapier wit’ is defined as clever, quick, intelligent humour. Please note, Jimmy Carr doesn’t have ‘the long sword of a gentleman’ and even if you like him, ‘clever, quick and intelligent’ is a bit of a stretch.

Following last year’s sell-out tour and sensational performances on ‘The Royal Variety Performance’, ‘Live At The Apollo’, and ‘Michael Mcintyre’s Comedy Roadshow’, the Welsh Wonder is back on the road with a brand new show. Last year, he punched a shop-assistant over the duvet tog-rating system and went berserk over a mince pie. Stung by accusations that he over-reacts, this year Rhod sets out on an emotional rollercoaster of a journey to discover the truth. Is he, as he believes, a visionary in a sea of closed minds, or has he, as everyone else believes, got anger-management problems? Total sell-out, Edinburgh 2005-2008. If. Comedy Nominee 2008. One of the hottest names in stand-up today.

Pam Ayres brings her current show to Stockport thirty-five years after she first appeared on the “Britain's Got Talent” TV show of its day, “Opportunity Knocks”. Pam's shows sell out wherever she appears, and her current show includes material from her bestselling books, SURGICALLY ENHANCED, WITH THESE HANDS, and THE WORKS, along with new poems and stories. Pam's books still regularly appear in the bestseller charts, and many of her poems feature in school textbooks around the world.

Did you ever hear the one about the comedian who doesn't tell jokes? After touring the world with shows in Australia, New Zealand and America, critically acclaimed City Life finalist Phil Buckley is back by popular demand. A regular on TV and radio, Phil is widely regarded as a rising star of the comedy circuit and one to watch.

Oldham's Finest and Bolton's Best return to The Lowry! The Oldham Tinkers have acquired legendary status in the North West during the last four decades with their performances full of humour, music and pathos. Bernard's an actor (dinnerladies, Phoenix Nights and Emmerdale), a singer and a storyteller. He'll be performing his unique blend of songs, stories, monologues and silly poems.

The Black Sheep invite you to an evening of lies, damn lies and silly Whigs! If you love Yes Minister, The New Statesman and The Now Show, you'll love The Joy of Politics - an irreverent romp through the corridors of power and the cul-desacs of Quango. From the Magna Carta to this morning's headlines we pledge to deliver a manifesto of mirth that's guaranteed to bring down the house, updated daily with topical jokes and satirical sketches - so ‘Order! Order!' your tickets today.

Following the sell-out success of his last visit in 2007, Sean Lock returns to The Lowry with his unique mix of hyperactive imagination, surreal imagery and insightful observations on the human condition. A regular on 8 Out of 10 Cats, Q.I. and Argumental, he has been described by Ricky Gervais as ‘one of the most influential British stand ups of the past 10 years’ and has won the coveted British Comedy Award for Best Live Performer.

Critically acclaimed BAFTA-winning comedian Lee Mack returns to the live stage with a hotly anticipated new show. Lee will be bringing his trademark brand of high energy banter, well crafted gags and sharp one-liners to venues across the country on his biggest ever live stand-up tour. Lee is best known to BBC One viewers as the star of multi-award winning Not Going Out and as team captain on Would I Lie To You?

The minute Jo Caulfield hits the stage you know you’re in for a good time. She is one of the most successful and instantly recognisable female comedians in the country. Star of Radio 4’s critically acclaimed It’s That Jo Caulfield Again and regularly seen on Mock The Week, Have I Got News For You, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Argumental, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and Best of The Comedy Store.

The US Ventriloquist and stand-up comedian has taken the States by storm with his offbeat and unique characters, ranging from his first ever puppet, grumpy Walter, an everyman-curmudgeon whose opinions on any person or any subject spew forth in a delightfully unbridled fashion, to recent success Achmed, The Dead Terrorist, responsible for the You Tube and ringtone phenomenon with the catchphrase 'silence I kill you!'. He also devises and makes all his own puppets.

Peter Kay returns to stand-up comedy after more than five years away. The creator of Phoenix Nights, Geraldine and Max & Paddy has rekindled his love for stand-up. Possibly one of the countries favorite comedians returns to Manchester's MEN Arena for a homecoming show to remember. Peter Kay has announced that "The Tour That Doesn't Tour" will tour after all!! For tickets at other venues through the UK click the link below.
EXTRA DATES ADDED - 27th Sept to 1st Oct 2011

Lucy Porter’s latest solo show is a witty romp through the history of gold. In these times of recession, gold is prized more highly than ever. What’s so special about gold, and why is it that human beings have long been obsessed with the yellow, shiny stuff? The show will feature live alchemy, a tribute to Mr T. and a very valuable, big gold thing with security guards and everything! Lucy Porter is a gilt edged national treasure.

A Lonely, well-endowed, white Canadian male, with dreamy hazel eyes, 6ft. 4 inches, 40+, now living in London. Many interests include, sports, cheese, hearing laughter and prompting encores.Seeks free thinking, slim audience, with nice legs, 18-75. Could lead to sore cheeks. Non smokers only.

Edinburgh Comedy Award and Time Out Award nominee Andrew Maxwell is one of the most talented stand-up comedians in the UK. A sell-out hit in both the UK and Ireland, come and see the star of Have I Got News For You, Argumental, Celebrity Juice and Amnesty International's Secret Policeman's Ball perform his first national tour.

Lowry-favourite John Bishop returns to The Lowry for a night of stand-up. The ‘comic revolutionary’ (The Independent) is the same age Elvis was when he died. Is this a mid-life crisis? John is a born storyteller who is sure to wow you with his joyous observations. If you fail to laugh like a lunatic, check yourself into a mortuary as you are probably dead.

Critically acclaimed BAFTA-winning comedian Lee Mack returns to the live stage with a hotly anticipated new show. Lee will be bringing his trademark brand of high energy banter, well crafted gags and sharp one-liners to venues across the country on his biggest ever live stand-up tour. Lee is best known to BBC One viewers as the star of multi-award winning Not Going Out and as team captain on Would I Lie To You?

Bret and Jermaine are one of New Zealands best loved (musical) exports, the Flight Of The Conchords are coming to Manchester on their 2010 tour! After the success of their TV show tickets are likely to fly!

Comedian and presenter, best known as host and civilising influence on the hugely influential “Mock the Week” on BBC2. He crops up regularly on TV and radio, and was recently one of the “Three Men in a Boat”. A consummate performer in his own right, Dara recently published “Tickling The English” – an hilarious collection of observations and anecdotes from an Irishman living among the English.

Katy Brand is taking her Big Ass on tour. Join the British Comedy Award Winner and star of ITV2's Katy Brand's Big Ass Show, Have I Got News For You and Peep Show, for an evening of anarchic comedy, celebrity satire, music spoofs and much, much more. Following the success of her hit TV show, Katy is returning to her live roots with this silly, sassy and smart evening of comedy. Featuring old favourites and new material, there's something here for everyone.

Critically acclaimed BAFTA-winning comedian Lee Mack returns to the live stage with a hotly anticipated new show. Lee will be bringing his trademark brand of high energy banter, well crafted gags and sharp one-liners to venues across the country on his biggest ever live stand-up tour. Lee is best known to BBC One viewers as the star of multi-award winning Not Going Out and as team captain on Would I Lie To You?

A very welcome return following his triumphant sell out appearance in the Quays Theatre during November 2009. Reginald is one of the few performers to have been nominated for the Perrier Award in three consecutive years. He has performed around the world and has appeared in some of the UK’s most popular primetime TV programmes including 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Never Mind the Buzzcocks and QI. He is a frequent guest on Have I Got News For You.

Kevin's delightfully well observed debut show reveals his inner-most thoughts on a variety of topics from his home-land of Scotland to the world beyond. His unique brand of social commentary, astute observations and sharp one-liners arguably make him the hottest act to come out of Scotland in the last ten years.

One of comedy's most lively, loveable and dynamic performers, Rob Rouse ( 8 out of 10 Cats, The Friday Night Project ) takes his trademark comedic storytelling to a career height in this critically acclaimed show as he leads us on an irresistibly hilarious journey, not just through his life as a brand new father but more importantly as the beleaguered owner of the most spectacularly randy dog you're EVER likely to hear about...

An evening with Gervase Phinn will have you in stitches, as he shares his hilarious tales of life as a school inspector in the Yorkshire Dales. Dubbed the James Herriot of schools this best selling author, Radio and TV personality is not to be missed!

Paul Merton, one of the country's funniest and best-loved performers, sets out in Spring 2010 on a brand new UK-wide tour with his world renowned Impro Chums. Paul and his chums, Mike McShane, Lee Simpson, Richard Vranch and Suki Webster will create a new and unique comedy show every single night, based entirely on suggestions from the audience, their own finely honed improvisational skills and an almost manic compulsion to show off.

Ruby Wax and acclaimed musician Judith Owen combine their talents in a new show for one night only, prior to the West End. Ruby had it all – career, dream house, husband, kids - but people soon realised something was wrong when she painted her house the same colour ‘beige' for the 47th time. There was only one thing for it – send her to the Priory! Told with wit, humour and a lot of heart, this is Ruby at her belting best – when she's losing it! Join Ruby and Judith for 20 Minute Q & A session after each show.

Amateur Transplants (aka deviant doctors Adam Kay and Suman Biswas) sing smutty songs at a piano. They are "Superbly politically incorrect, gloriously funny" (Scotsman), "Very very funny indeed" (Radio 1) and "A cult hit" (Sunday Times). 6 million people downloaded the London Underground Song - you were potentially one of them.

Following the resounding success of BBC ONE’s BAFTA-nominated ARMSTRONG & MILLER SHOW, Ben Miller (Moving Wallpaper) and Alexander Armstrong (Mutual Friends) will be hitting the road in Autumn 2010 and touring a brand new live show around all the UK’s major venues. With their usual mix of the beautifully observed and the utterly barmy, Ben and Xander will be performing a parade of characters from their extensive dressing-up box and wig-store including; The street-talking WWII chav pilots; Brabbins and Fyffe, the filthy alter-egos of Flanders and Swann; Jilted Jim, dumped at the altar but still on his honeymoon; Terry Devlin, the royal correspondent who really KNOWS the royals; Dennis Lincoln-Park, the accident-prone culture buff; the Frank Dad; and so many more.

Mark Watson comes to Manchester with his stand-up tour. You will have seen him on many tv shows, Mock The Week, Never Mind The Buzzcocks and loads more! This is sure to be a great show.

Following his epic record-breaking tour in 2008, Frankie Boyle, star of BBC2’s Mock the Week and one of the hottest and most controversial comedians of the moment, is back on the road in 2010 with an all new live show entitled I’d Happily Punch Every One of You in the Face.

Critically acclaimed BAFTA-winning comedian Lee Mack returns to the live stage with a hotly anticipated new show. Lee will be bringing his trademark brand of high energy banter, well crafted gags and sharp one-liners to venues across the country on his biggest ever live stand-up tour. Lee is best known to BBC One viewers as the star of multi-award winning Not Going Out and as team captain on Would I Lie To You?

The multi-award winning comedian and star of '8 Out of 10 Cats', 'Live at the Apollo', and 'XFM' embarks on his first live national tour with this exciting and hilarious show, that will have audiences begging for more. EXTRA DATE JUST ADDED!

Sarah Millican, star of Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week and if.comedy Best Newcomer, announces her debut UK tour. The sweet and filthy Geordie's stand-up show promises jokes about life, love and what to do when your boyfriend puts a sock on your boob during sex.

The award-winning comedian and star of Live At The Apollo, Michael McIntyre's Roadshow, Mock The Week and 8 Out Of 10 Cats will be performing a brand new arena show following his recent Elvis Has Left The Building tour. Bishop, who won The Daily Telegraph Open Mic Award and City Life North West Comedian Of The Year Award, also appears in the E4 teen drama Skins.

After great success in 2009, Jason will be taking his show to the MEN Arena. Jason has firmly become one of the North Wests favourite comedians. You will have seen him on 8 out of 10 cats, Live at the Apollo, Would I Lie To You and many more.

Peter Kay returns to stand-up comedy after more than five years away. The creator of Phoenix Nights, Geraldine and Max & Paddy has rekindled his love for stand-up. Possibly one of the countries favorite comedians returns to Manchester's MEN Arena for a homecoming show to remember. Peter Kay has announced that "The Tour That Doesn't Tour" will tour after all!! For tickets at other venues through the UK click the link below.
PETER KAY DATES IN 2010 - 27th April to 22nd May 2010