October is shaping up to be a massive month for live entertainment across Leeds, with dozens of TV regulars, podcast favourites, and rising circuit stars taking to stages across the city.
From household stand-up heavyweights at the iconic City Varieties Music Hall to intimate Edinburgh Fringe breakouts at Hyde Park Book Club and packed weekend showcases at The Glee Club and The Wardrobe, there is no shortage of options to keep you laughing through the autumn.
Whether you are after razor-sharp political satire, raucous musical comedy, or dramatic spoken word, here is your ultimate guide to over 50 events coming to Leeds venues this October:
1. Thomas Green: Brainstorm (October 1)
A high-energy, unfiltered hour of observational stories and quick wit from the Australian stand-up. 😂 City Varieties Music Hall | Provided (PR Handout)
2. Troy Hawke: Never Stop, Never Change! (October 2)
The moustache-twirling Greeters Guild founder returns with his signature erudite character comedy. 😂 City Varieties Music Hall
3. Contributed
A double-headline tour show bringing sharp-tongued stand-up and biting social satire. 😂 The Hi Fi Club
4. Lilith: The Other Side (October 3)
A dramatic one-woman spoken word performance by Katy Cawkwell exploring myth and modern themes. 😂 Carriageworks Theatre
5. Saturday Comedy Club with Geoff Norcott & Guests (October 3)
Political stand-up heavyweight Geoff Norcott headlines a stacked Saturday night lineup. 😂 The Hi Fi Club
6. Gary Meikle: Yer Maw (October 4)
The Scottish online sensation brings his trademark eyebrow-raising rants and personal stories back to the stage. 😂 The Glee Club Leeds