Richmond Athletic Ground, Richmond

Whole Lotta Comedy Club

Mark Simmons full pre-tour WIP headlines a night of fun and laughter - including Arthur Smith.

Hollywood Comedy Club , Henley-in-Arden

Arthur Smith headlines Henley in Arden Memorial Hall

We probably don't need to tell you who Arthur is, as he's been on the TV in all sorts of things for decades.

The halt, Redcar

The Halt Comedy Show

Arthur Smith Arthur Smith is a Comedian, Presenter, Actor, Writer (and Night Mayor of Balham – self appointed), Arthur is one of the much admired originals of the great British alternative comedy scene. Arthur has a consistently brilliant talent and ability to provide light entertainment whilst also still finding new and interesting ways to make people laugh. It is no surprise, therefore, that he remains a sought after artist by Comedy Clubs, Theatres, Festivals and Private Events and is regularly seen and heard on Television and Radio. “Smith stands out among his generation for a willingness to keep pushing himself and experimenting with the new forms of comedic expression… Today’s hottest young comics still see him as an inspiration.” – Guardian

Vibrant Forest Brewery, Hardley

Epic Comedy Club

A comedy night for those dark early gloomy nights.

House of Stand Up Club , Coulsdon

Details and link coming soon.

The Old Woollen, Farlsey, Leeds

An Evening With Arthur Smith

Often described as the compère beyond compare, but before becoming a fully-fledged playwright, panellist, performer and stalwart of the Edinburgh Festival, Old Woollen favourite Arthur worked as a road sweeper, dustman, market researcher, teacher and advertised chicken burgers in supermarkets dressed as a fox. A career in comedy was the only one that could follow a build up like that. He was one of many stand-up performers on the alternative comedy scene in the Eighties. Twenty years on he still performs in much the same manner, perhaps ironically, he now describes himself as a “semi-professional” comedian. To BBC radio and TV audiences, his career has been split between appearing on top quiz shows and fronting the funny section in Loose Ends. On TV, he’s been a regular Grumpy Old Man and Countdown wordsmith. His plays include the award-winning An Evening with Gary Lineker, My Summer with Des and The Bed Show. He has presented Radio 4’s Excess Baggage and Radio 2’s The Smith Lectures and is a regular guest on Loose Ends. He describes himself as Radio 4’s “bit of rough”.

The Attic, Southampton

Clare Ferguson-Walker & Arthur Smith: 2 Poets and a packet of crisp

Two poets from different planets crash land onto stages across the U.K and Ireland, making a poetic and comedic show greater than the sum of its parts....(never ask a lady the sum of her parts). Expect poems, puns, laughter and tales from these two brilliant wordsmiths.

Colchester Arts Centre , Colchester

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson-Walker: Two poets and a packet of crisps

Edge Street Live presents Clare Ferguson-Walker & Arthur Smith: 2 Poets and a packet of crisps. Two poets from different planets crash land onto stages across the U.K and Ireland, making a poetic and comedic show greater than the sum of its parts....(never ask a lady the sum of her parts). Expect poems, puns, laughter and tales from these two brilliant wordsmiths.

Pound Arts, Corsham

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson-Walker: Two poets and a packet of crisps

Two poets from different planets crash land onto stages across the U.K and Ireland, making apoetic and comedic show greater than the sum of its parts....(never ask a lady the sum of her parts). Expect poems, puns, laughter and tales from these two brilliant wordsmiths. Arthur Smith is a BBC regular, well known for his appearances on TV’s ‘Grumpy Old Men’, ‘Q.I.’, ‘Have I Got News For You’, ‘The One Show’, Radio 4’s ‘Loose Ends’, ‘Balham Bash’, and host of Radio 4 Extra’s Comedy Club. He is a ‘Spirit of The Fringe’ award-winning Edinburgh Festival stalwart and Olivier nominated playwright for ‘An Evening With Gary Lineker’. Clare Ferguson-Walker is a regular special guest with the legendary "Governor of UK stand uppoetry", John Cooper Clarke. She has shows with him coming up soon on his upcoming UK tour in spring 2024. JCC says CFW is as "Funny as Fuck". Could there be a greater accolade from the man who so many stand ups cite as their greatest influence. Just ask Tom Rhodes! Another UK poet and stand up who Clare has often worked with, Phil Jupitus describes her as "Absurdly Talented" The late great Jeremy Hardy was a massive fan.

Folk House, Bristol

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson Walker: Two Poets & A Packet of Crisps

Arthur Smith is a BBC regular, well known for his appearances on TV’s ‘Grumpy Old Men’, ‘Q.I.’, ‘Have I Got News For You’, ‘The One Show’, Radio 4’s ‘Loose Ends’, 'Balham Bash’, and host of Radio 4 Extra’s Comedy Club. He is a ‘Spirit of The Fringe’ award-winning Edinburgh Festival stalwart and Olivier nominated playwright for‘An Evening With Gary Lineker’ Clare Ferguson is an award winning poet, comedienne, sculptor and singer. Clare’s explosive second collection "Chrysalis" Published by Clockwork Moth, lays bare the poet's soul and takes the reader on an intimate journey laced with humour and intelligent humane observation. "Hilarious, touching and incredibly clever" - Metro "Don't know how Clare can get up on stage and be so effortlessly funny and engaging, I love her stuff" - Brian Bilson

Waterside Arts, Sale

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson Walker: Two Poets & A Packet of Crisps

Two poets from different planets crash land onto stages across the U.K and Ireland, making a poetic and comedic show greater than the sum of its parts....(never ask a lady the sum of her parts). Expect poems, puns, laughter and tales from these two brilliant wordsmiths. Arthur Smith is a BBC regular, well known for his appearances on TV’s ‘Grumpy Old Men’, ‘Q.I.’, ‘Have I Got News For You’, ‘The One Show’, Radio 4’s ‘Loose Ends’, ‘Balham Bash’, and host of Radio 4 Extra’s Comedy Club. He is a ‘Spirit of The Fringe’ award-winning Edinburgh Festival stalwart and Olivier nominated playwright for ‘An Evening With Gary Lineker' Clare Ferguson Walker is an award winning poet, comedienne, sculptor and singer. Clare’s explosive second collection "Chrysalis" Published by Clockwork Moth, lays bare the poet's soul and takes the reader on an intimate journey laced with humour and intelligent humane observation. A regular special guest with the legendary "Governor of UK stand up poetry", John Cooper Clarke. She has shows with him coming up soon on his upcoming UK tour in spring 2024. Phil Jupitus describes her as "Absurdly Talented" The late great Jeremy Hardy was a massive fan. PRESS + REVIEWS "Hilarious, touching and incredibly clever" - Metro "Don't know how Clare can get up on stage and be so effortlessly funny and engaging, I love her stuff" - Brian Bilson RUNNING TIMES 90 mins, plus interval AGE RECOMMENDATION 14+ years Strong language.

Chorley Theatre , Lancashire

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson Walker: Two Poets & A Packet of Crisps

Edge Street Live presents Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson-Walker: Two Poets and a Packet of Crisps Two poets from different planets crash land onto stages across the U.K and Ireland, making a poetic and comedic show greater than the sum of its parts....(never ask a lady the sum of her parts). Expect poems, puns, laughter and tales from these two brilliant wordsmiths. Event Details Doors Open at 7:00PM Starts at 7:30PM

Comedy Fest , Morecambe

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson Walker: Two Poets & A Packet of Crisps

A whole host of funny people including Arthur Smith.

Komedia Studio, Brighton

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson-Walker: Two Poets and A Packet Of Crisps

THIS EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE IN THE KOMEDIA STUDIO UNRESERVED SEATING AGES 14+ (UNDER 16s MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT) EDGE STREET LIVE PRESENT: Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson-Walker: Two Poets and A Packet Of Crisps

Norwich Arts Centre , Norwich

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson Walker: Two Poets & A Packet of Crisps

Edge Street Live and Spoke presents Two poets from different planets crash land onto stages across the U.K and Ireland, making a poetic and comedic show greater than the sum of its parts….(never ask a lady the sum of her parts). Expect poems, puns, laughter and tales from these two brilliant wordsmiths.

Foxlowe Arts Centre, Leek

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson Walker: Two Poets & A Packet of Crisps

Two poets from different planets crash land onto stages across the UK and Ireland, making a poetic and comedic show greater than the sum of its parts…. (never ask a lady the sum of her parts). Expect poets, puns, laughter from these two brilliant wordsmiths. Running time: 2 x 45 mins sets with a 20 mins interval in between Arthur Smith is a BBC regular well-known for his appearances on TV’s ‘Grumpy Old Men’, ‘QI’, ‘Have I Got News For You’, ‘The One Show’, Radio 4’s ‘Loose Ends’, ‘Balham Bash’, and host of Radio 4 Extra’s Comedy Club. He is a ‘Spirit of the Fringe’ award-winning Edinburgh Festival stalwart and Olivier nominated playwright for ‘An Evening With Gary Lineker’. Clare Ferguson-Walker is an award-winning poet, comedienne, sculptor and singer. Clare has performed at literature festivals and events throughout the UK. Her late night shows at the 2023 Dylan Thomas Laugharne weekend and the accolades she received, made her realise that she needs to go back on the road with a stand-up show. Mixing her poetry with comedy, she’s ready to get back to work on her first love. “Hilarious, touching and incredibly clever”. Metro. “Absurdly talented “. Phil Jupitus.

Gosforth Civic Theatre , Newcastle Upon Tyne

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson Walker: Two Poets & A Packet of Crisps

Arthur Smith is a BBC regular, well known for his appearances on TV’s ‘Grumpy Old Men’, ‘Q.I.’, ‘Have I Got News For You’, ‘The One Show’, Radio 4’s ‘Loose Ends’, 'Balham Bash’, and host of Radio 4 Extra’s Comedy Club. He is a ‘Spirit of The Fringe’ award-winning Edinburgh Festival stalwart and Olivier nominated playwright for‘An Evening With Gary Lineker’ Clare Ferguson is an award winning poet, comedienne, sculptor and singer. Clare’s explosive second collection "Chrysalis" Published by Clockwork Moth, lays bare the poet's soul and takes the reader on an intimate journey laced with humour and intelligent humane observation. "Hilarious, touching and incredibly clever" - Metro "Don't know how Clare can get up on stage and be so effortlessly funny and engaging, I love her stuff" - Brian Bilson

The Mill Arts Centre, Banbury

Mostly Comedy Club

A whole host of funny people including Arthur Smith.

Seamus Heaney HomePlace, Bellaghy

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson Walker: Two Poets & A Packet of Crisps

Two poets from different planets crash land onto stages across the UK and Ireland, making a poetic and comedic show greater than the sum of its parts…. (never ask a lady the sum of her parts). Expect poets, puns, laughter from these two brilliant wordsmiths. Arthur Smith is a BBC regular, well known for his appearances on TV’s ‘Grumpy Old Men’, ‘Q.I.’, ‘Have I Got News For You’, ‘The One Show’, Radio 4’s ‘Loose Ends’, 'Balham Bash’, and host of Radio 4 Extra’s Comedy Club. He is a ‘Spirit of The Fringe’ award-winning Edinburgh Festival stalwart and Olivier nominated playwright for‘An Evening With Gary Lineker’ Clare Ferguson is an award winning poet, comedienne, sculptor and singer. Clare’s explosive second collection "Chrysalis" Published by Clockwork Moth, lays bare the poet's soul and takes the reader on an intimate journey laced with humour and intelligent humane observation. "Hilarious, touching and incredibly clever" - Metro "Don't know how Clare can get up on stage and be so effortlessly funny and engaging, I love her stuff" - Brian Bilson

The Plough at the Town Hall, Lynton

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson Walker: Two Poets & A Packet of Crisps

Two poets from different planets crash land onto stages across the UK and Ireland, making a poetic and comedic show greater than the sum of its parts…. (never ask a lady the sum of her parts). Expect poets, puns, laughter from these two brilliant wordsmiths. Arthur Smith is a BBC regular, well known for his appearances on TV’s ‘Grumpy Old Men’, ‘Q.I.’, ‘Have I Got News For You’, ‘The One Show’, Radio 4’s ‘Loose Ends’, 'Balham Bash’, and host of Radio 4 Extra’s Comedy Club. He is a ‘Spirit of The Fringe’ award-winning Edinburgh Festival stalwart and Olivier nominated playwright for‘An Evening With Gary Lineker’ Clare Ferguson is an award winning poet, comedienne, sculptor and singer. Clare’s explosive second collection "Chrysalis" Published by Clockwork Moth, lays bare the poet's soul and takes the reader on an intimate journey laced with humour and intelligent humane observation. "Hilarious, touching and incredibly clever" - Metro "Don't know how Clare can get up on stage and be so effortlessly funny and engaging, I love her stuff" - Brian Bilson

Parkhouse Centre , Bude

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson Walker: Two Poets & A Packet of Crisps

Two poets from different planets crash land onto stages across the UK and Ireland, making a poetic and comedic show greater than the sum of its parts…. (never ask a lady the sum of her parts). Expect poets, puns, laughter from these two brilliant wordsmiths. Arthur Smith is a BBC regular, well known for his appearances on TV’s ‘Grumpy Old Men’, ‘Q.I.’, ‘Have I Got News For You’, ‘The One Show’, Radio 4’s ‘Loose Ends’, 'Balham Bash’, and host of Radio 4 Extra’s Comedy Club. He is a ‘Spirit of The Fringe’ award-winning Edinburgh Festival stalwart and Olivier nominated playwright for‘An Evening With Gary Lineker’ Clare Ferguson is an award winning poet, comedienne, sculptor and singer. Clare’s explosive second collection "Chrysalis" Published by Clockwork Moth, lays bare the poet's soul and takes the reader on an intimate journey laced with humour and intelligent humane observation. "Hilarious, touching and incredibly clever" - Metro "Don't know how Clare can get up on stage and be so effortlessly funny and engaging, I love her stuff" - Brian Bilson

The Plough at the Town Hall, Lynton

Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson Walker: Two Poets & A Packet of Crisps

Two poets from different planets crash land onto stages across the UK and Ireland, making a poetic and comedic show greater than the sum of its parts…. (never ask a lady the sum of her parts). Expect poets, puns, laughter from these two brilliant wordsmiths. Arthur Smith is a BBC regular, well known for his appearances on TV’s ‘Grumpy Old Men’, ‘Q.I.’, ‘Have I Got News For You’, ‘The One Show’, Radio 4’s ‘Loose Ends’, 'Balham Bash’, and host of Radio 4 Extra’s Comedy Club. He is a ‘Spirit of The Fringe’ award-winning Edinburgh Festival stalwart and Olivier nominated playwright for‘An Evening With Gary Lineker’ Clare Ferguson is an award winning poet, comedienne, sculptor and singer. Clare’s explosive second collection "Chrysalis" Published by Clockwork Moth, lays bare the poet's soul and takes the reader on an intimate journey laced with humour and intelligent humane observation. "Hilarious, touching and incredibly clever" - Metro "Don't know how Clare can get up on stage and be so effortlessly funny and engaging, I love her stuff" - Brian Bilson