Autumn is upon us, but that only means that beer gardens are getting traded for more indoor activities - and with the glut of comedy taking place around Leeds this month, we are spoiled for choice.
Touring season is officially in full swing, and whether you’re ducking into a basement on Call Lane or settling into a velvet seat at the Grand, the city’s venues are completely stacked for the rest of September.
From household names and panel show regulars taking on our biggest stages, to cult podcast hosts, international festival winners, and weekend club stalwarts, there is barely a night off on the calendar between now and October.
If you're looking to catch some live stand-up over the next few weeks, here are some of the shows landing across Leeds this month.
31. Sir Lenny Henry: Still at Large (September 27)
The iconic entertainer reflects on five decades in comedy, acting, television, and British culture in a special headline evening. 😂 Leeds Grand Theatre
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32. Jazz Emu: The Pleasure Is All Yours (September 27)
The virtuosic musical comedy sensation and cult internet favourite brings his slick, hilarious synth-pop show to the stage. 😂 City Varieties Music Hall | Jazz Emu (contributed pic)
33. Vittorio Angelone: You Can't Say Nothing Any More (September 28)
The viral Irish comedian and podcast star brings his hugely popular, sell-out stand-up show to town. 😂 City Varieties Music Hall
34. Barry Castagnola: The Last of the Barrys (September 29)
Veteran stand-up, actor, and writer brings his new solo show exploring identity, family, and growing up to the basement stage. 😂 The Wardrobe
35. Radu Isac: Sadly Funny (September 30)
As seen on the BBC and Comedy Central, Radu Isac turns life's darker moments into absurdly funny stand-up observations. 😂 The Glee Club Leeds | Provided/PR Handout
36. Kane Brown: Crowd Work King (September 30 )
The sharp-witted master of crowd interaction and unfiltered observational comedy brings his sold-out tour to St Peter's Square. 😂 The Wardrobe