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COMEDY FOR THE CURIOUS: Unzipping Your Genes
Ever wonder why we are the way we are? Marine biologist turned award-winning comedian Robyn Perkins brings together comedy and science in her critically acclaimed panel show. The topic to be explored at Banbury is: Unzipping Your Genes. This is an entire show about our parents. The first half will explore what we inherit from our parents, genetically, while the second half looks into how they mess us up psychologically. On November 14th, Perkins is joined by Dr. Jane Gregory for the chat portion of the show. Dr. Gregory is a Clinical Psychologist at Oxford University, specialising in Misophonia. Think QI meets Mock the Week, live at the Banbury Comedy Festival! Comedy Award Winner at The Shaftesbury Fringe in 2023. “The pinnacle of Science and Comedy fusion in a captivating performance!” ★★★★1/2 FringeFeed, 2024Banbury will host its very first Stand-Up Comedy Festival, starting November 14th! An entire day filled with Stand Up Comedy shows, kids shows & even a Spanish-speaking show! Taking place in five distinctive performance venues in the town—The Apothecary Tap, Lock 29, The Mill Arts Centre, Freemasons Hall & The Village Butty (a canal boat!)—the festival will feature a curated lineup of comedians, including rising talents & brilliant comics from the UK comedy circuit. If you’re a dedicated comedy aficionado or just looking for a fun day out, this one-day event offers something to everyone. We’re proud to support our independent arts community by making live shows accessible to everyone and bringing people together to discover new talent and great performances. All shows are free to attend, with seats available to reserve in advance on a Pay What You Want basis. Spaces are limited, and once a show reaches capacity, we can’t admit any more guests — so we encourage you to book ahead where possible. Enjoyed the show? Donations are warmly welcomed and help us continue supporting artists and keeping live performance accessible to all. APOTHECARY TAP 10-11 Butchers Row Banbury OX165JH [email protected] -
Sunday, 30th November 2025
EARLY SHOW - JUST ADDED 6-7pm
DOORS OPEN 5:30PM
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You will NOT receive an actual ticket. Your name, amount of tickets & order number will be on the door, ID maybe required.
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REG D. HUNTER
A comedy powerhouse! One of the comedy industry’s best-known performers.
As seen on Would I lie to you?, Live At The Apollo, Have I got news for you & The Graham Norton ShowADDY VAN DER BORGH
Highly acclaimed and original material. As seen on the ‘Stand-up Show’, ‘The World Stands Up’ & ‘Live at the Comedy Store’ for Comedy Central
MATT STELLINGWERF
A renowned MC and compere, Matt is a 3-time nominee for Best MC in New Zealand. "Matt utterly stole the show on Saturday! He's an outstanding act" - Comedy Cafe, London________________________________
Doors open 7pm. Show starts promptly at 8pm. This is an 18 & over show. Anyone failing to prove their age that has bought tickets will not be allowed entry & no refund will be given. Lineup subject to change. ________________________________ ATIC 10-11 Butchers Row Banbury OX165JH [email protected] -
Sunday, 28th April 2024
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You will NOT receive an actual ticket. Your name, amount of tickets & order number will be on the door, ID maybe required.
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𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐅𝐀𝐍𝐎 𝐏𝐀𝐔𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐈 As seen on Britain’s Got Talent "A remarkable repertoire of voices & sounds" THE STAGE "ACE.......an obvious star" THE SCOTSMAN 𝐋𝐎𝐔𝐈𝐒𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐆 One of the brightest new names on the comedy circuit Tour support for Tom Allen & Alan Carr 𝐃𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐘 𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐃 With more angles and sharp edges to him than the tool department at Homebase, he has a presence on stage that once witnessed is not forgotten, no matter how hard you might try.________________________________
Doors open 7pm. Show starts promptly at 8pm. This is an 18 & over show. Anyone failing to prove their age that has bought tickets will not be allowed entry & no refund will be given. Lineup subject to change. ________________________________ ATIC 10-11 Butchers Row Banbury OX165JH [email protected] -
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The New Hour: Bobby Mair
A new, dark, gut-wrenching hilarious hour from Canada’s funniest export. Bobby has been a comedian for 20 years. Star of ITV'2 Killer Camp and Comedy Central’s Bobby and Harriet Get Married. As seen on 8 Out of 10 Cats, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Roast Battle and much more. He's opened for Doug Stanhope, Bill Burr and Bill Maher on their UK tours. "He's either going to be a huge international comedy star or the funniest homeless man ever." - Jimmy Carr. Banbury will host its very first Stand-Up Comedy Festival, starting November 14th! An entire day filled with Stand Up Comedy shows, kids shows & even a Spanish-speaking show! Taking place in five distinctive performance venues in the town—The Apothecary Tap, Lock 29, The Mill Arts Centre, Freemasons Hall & The Village Butty (a canal boat!)—the festival will feature a curated lineup of comedians, including rising talents & brilliant comics from the UK comedy circuit. If you’re a dedicated comedy aficionado or just looking for a fun day out, this one-day event offers something to everyone. We’re proud to support our independent arts community by making live shows accessible to everyone and bringing people together to discover new talent and great performances. All shows are free to attend, with seats available to reserve in advance on a Pay What You Want basis. Spaces are limited, and once a show reaches capacity, we can’t admit any more guests — so we encourage you to book ahead where possible. Enjoyed the show? Donations are warmly welcomed and help us continue supporting artists and keeping live performance accessible to all. APOTHECARY TAP 10-11 Butchers Row Banbury OX165JH [email protected] -
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Ranting Queen: Esther Manito (WIP)
Esther Manito is back working up a new show. As seen on Live at the Apollo and ITV's stand-up sketch show. As heard on BBC Radio 4's 13 Million Club, News Quiz, Mark Watson Questions Life and One Person Found This Useful. Co-host of the Running Joke podcast. Chortle Awards Best Headliner 2026. Banbury will host its very first Stand-Up Comedy Festival, starting November 14th! An entire day filled with Stand Up Comedy shows, kids shows & even a Spanish-speaking show! Taking place in five distinctive performance venues in the town—The Apothecary Tap, Lock 29, The Mill Arts Centre, Freemasons Hall & The Village Butty (a canal boat!)—the festival will feature a curated lineup of comedians, including rising talents & brilliant comics from the UK comedy circuit. If you’re a dedicated comedy aficionado or just looking for a fun day out, this one-day event offers something to everyone. We’re proud to support our independent arts community by making live shows accessible to everyone and bringing people together to discover new talent and great performances. All shows are free to attend, with seats available to reserve in advance on a Pay What You Want basis. Spaces are limited, and once a show reaches capacity, we can’t admit any more guests — so we encourage you to book ahead where possible. Enjoyed the show? Donations are warmly welcomed and help us continue supporting artists and keeping live performance accessible to all. APOTHECARY TAP 10-11 Butchers Row Banbury OX165JH [email protected] -
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Working Though it: Aaron Williams & Mackenzie Pike
Working Through It a split bill of rising comedy stars you need to watch. Expect sharp material, clever storytelling & plenty of laughs. Mackenzie Pike is a girls’ girl in a man’s world... literally. Working with her dad in the trades while navigating a quarter-life crisis, she serves up sass, chaos, and honest takes on life and work. Aaron Williams sharp observations, relatable stories and plenty of laughs, delivering a warm, energetic set that’s sure to leave audiences smiling. Banbury will host its very first Stand-Up Comedy Festival, starting November 14th! An entire day filled with Stand Up Comedy shows, kids shows & even a Spanish-speaking show! Taking place in five distinctive performance venues in the town—The Apothecary Tap, Lock 29, The Mill Arts Centre, Freemasons Hall & The Village Butty (a canal boat!)—the festival will feature a curated lineup of comedians, including rising talents & brilliant comics from the UK comedy circuit. If you’re a dedicated comedy aficionado or just looking for a fun day out, this one-day event offers something to everyone. We’re proud to support our independent arts community by making live shows accessible to everyone and bringing people together to discover new talent and great performances. All shows are free to attend, with seats available to reserve in advance on a Pay What You Want basis. Spaces are limited, and once a show reaches capacity, we can’t admit any more guests — so we encourage you to book ahead where possible. Enjoyed the show? Donations are warmly welcomed and help us continue supporting artists and keeping live performance accessible to all. TOOLEYS BOATYARD Spiceball Park Road Banbury OX162PQ [email protected] -
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THIS ONE IS SOLD OUT!!! Still availability on the 3pm compilation show at LOCK 29 – BOOK HERE
A Fringe favourite. Not sure who to see? Best of the fest provides a comedy tapas of 5 comedians showcasing a 10 minute snapshot of their show: if you like them, grab a flyer and head to see their show.
Banbury will host its very first Stand-Up Comedy Festival, starting November 8th! An entire day filled with Stand Up Comedy shows, kids shows & even a Spanish-speaking show! Taking place in four distinctive performance venues in the town—The Apothecary Tap, Lock 29, The Mill Arts Centre & The Village Butty (a canal boat!)—the festival will feature a curated lineup of comedians, including rising talents & brilliant comics from the UK comedy circuit. If you’re a dedicated comedy aficionado or just looking for a fun day out, this one-day event offers something to everyone. We’re supporting the independent arts scene to make shows affordable and encourage more people to come out and see them. All shows are free entry, but we request advance seat booking, and welcome donations at the end of each performance. TOOLEYS BOATYARD Spiceball Park Road Banbury OX162PQ [email protected] -
Entertainer: Aaron Williams
.Banbury will host its very first Stand-Up Comedy Festival, starting November 14th! An entire day filled with Stand Up Comedy shows, kids shows & even a Spanish-speaking show! Taking place in five distinctive performance venues in the town—The Apothecary Tap, Lock 29, The Mill Arts Centre, Freemasons Hall & The Village Butty (a canal boat!)—the festival will feature a curated lineup of comedians, including rising talents & brilliant comics from the UK comedy circuit. If you’re a dedicated comedy aficionado or just looking for a fun day out, this one-day event offers something to everyone. We’re proud to support our independent arts community by making live shows accessible to everyone and bringing people together to discover new talent and great performances. All shows are free to attend, with seats available to reserve in advance on a Pay What You Want basis. Spaces are limited, and once a show reaches capacity, we can’t admit any more guests — so we encourage you to book ahead where possible. Enjoyed the show? Donations are warmly welcomed and help us continue supporting artists and keeping live performance accessible to all. FREEMASONS HALL Marlborough Rd Banbury Oxfordshire OX16 8DB [email protected] -
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Doing bits in Banbury : Daniel O'Reilly
Coming off the back of a 62 date sold-out tour, selling over 40,000 tickets; Daniel is embarking on his next national show and is bringing it to a venue near you!Banbury will host its very first Stand-Up Comedy Festival, starting November 14th! An entire day filled with Stand Up Comedy shows, kids shows & even a Spanish-speaking show! Taking place in five distinctive performance venues in the town—The Apothecary Tap, Lock 29, The Mill Arts Centre, Freemasons Hall & The Village Butty (a canal boat!)—the festival will feature a curated lineup of comedians, including rising talents & brilliant comics from the UK comedy circuit. If you’re a dedicated comedy aficionado or just looking for a fun day out, this one-day event offers something to everyone. We’re proud to support our independent arts community by making live shows accessible to everyone and bringing people together to discover new talent and great performances. All shows are free to attend, with seats available to reserve in advance on a Pay What You Want basis. Spaces are limited, and once a show reaches capacity, we can’t admit any more guests — so we encourage you to book ahead where possible. Enjoyed the show? Donations are warmly welcomed and help us continue supporting artists and keeping live performance accessible to all. FREEMASONS HALL Marlborough Rd Banbury Oxfordshire OX16 8DB [email protected]Hold on to your seats and brace yourself for a night of outrageous laughs and no-holds-barred comedy, as the one and only Daniel O’Reilly takes to the stage at Banbury Comedy Festival.Famous for his unapologetic humour, quick-fire crowd work, and electric stage presence, Daniel is back and funnier than ever – and he’s not holding back. Whether you've seen him go viral online or live on stage, you’ll know one thing for sure: no topic is off-limits, and nothing is safe!Fresh from sold-out shows across the UK and millions of online fans, Daniel brings his brutally honest, laugh-out-loud take on modern life, relationships, parenthood, and everything in between. -
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SUNDAY 20th JULY - 6pm show time
BANBURY FESTIVAL - TRIAL RUN ON THE BOAT!
Essentially, we just want to run a show to iron out anything we've missed before the festival on Saturday November 8th. Would be great if you can make it, only holds 30 people - so be quick! (oh, and YES, there is a bar on the boat too 😁) SHOW STARTS AT 6PM 4 COMEDIANS & A COMPÈRE TOOLEYS BOATYARD Spiceball Park Road Banbury OX162PQ [email protected]
