Darlington, July 16th 2025
Hilarity Bites present tour preview shows from two of the funniest stand-up’s on the circuit, Esther Manito (as seen on Live at the Apollo) and Hayley Ellis (co-host of The Worriers podcast).
Hilarity Bites present tour preview shows from two of the funniest stand-up’s on the circuit, Esther Manito (as seen on Live at the Apollo) and Hayley Ellis (co-host of The Worriers podcast).
Hilarity Bites returns to Bishop Auckland Town Hall with with Michael McIntyre’s comedy roadshow star Paul Tonkinson closing the show. A sensational live performer, Yorkshire man, marathon runner and former (double award-winning) Time Out Comedian of the Year, Paul Tonkinson has long upheld his esteemed reputation as one of the finest stand-ups the UK has to offer. Having supported Michael McIntyre on three world tours, Paul is at home on any stage, and never fails to deliver. Joining Paul is the exceptionally slick Geordie comedian Raul Kohli, the cheeky songs of Ant Dewson, and host for the night is the always entertaining Danny Deegan.
Hilarity Bites returns to The Forum in Darlington, with the always popular Duncan Oakley, improvisational sketch due The Halls of Ridiculous, multi-award winning Faizan Shah, and host for the night is popular Geordie comedian Matt Reed.
Hilarity Bites returns to Ripon Arts Hub, featuring comedy circuit veteran Eddy Brimson, brilliant Yorkshire comedian Seeta Wrightson, a newer act in the middle, and the return of Kiwi comedian Sully O'Sullivan as host for the evening.
Hilarity Bites returns to The Angel Inn at Topcliffe, featuring Mock The Week's Chris Washington, the award-winning Clayton Jones, a newer act in the middle, and host for the night is the returning Lee Kyle.
Hilarity Bites returns to Bishop Auckland Town Hall with with one of the most distinctive performers on the UK comedy circuit, hilariously surreal Canadian comedian Tony Law. Tony is a multiple award winner, an Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee, and his extensive TV and radio credits include Have I Got News For You (BBC One), The Alternative Comedy Experience (Comedy Central), and 8 Out Of 10 Cats (Channel 4). Joining Tony is the equally eccentric Zoe, alongside oddball Laurence Tuck in the middle spot, and popular returning host Catherine Young.
Hilarity Bites returns to Ripon Arts Hub, featuring brilliant stand-up and co-host of the hugely popular Dead Men Talking podcast Freddy Quinne, award-winning musical comedian Tom Taylor, a newer act in the middle, and charming host Pete Otway.
Hilarity Bites are running the comedy stage for Last Train Home Festival once more, with a tremendous line-up featuring Paul Tonkinson, Laura Davis, Alex Mitchell, Micky P. Kerr, and loads more!
September’s show in Bishop Auckland has a truly international flavour, featuring acts from Greece, Ecuador, New Zealand… and Birmingham! Headliner for the night is Greek Geordie comedian George Zacharopoulos, who headlines shows throughout the UK, Europe, Dubai, and Australia, and was recently named Greek Comedian of the Year. Opening the show is 2022 Birmingham Comedy Festival Breaking Talent award nominee Jules O’Brian, whilst in the middle spot we’ve the totally unique El Purnell, Ecuador’s numero uno comedian. Host for the evening is the genial Irish comedian Kieran Lawless.
Hilarity Bites returns to the Cluntergate Centre in Horbury, featuring Coronation Street & BGT star Jack Carroll (replacing Rob Rouse), top Geordie comedian Anth Young, the excellent Dawn Bailey in the middle, and Jon Pearson is on hosting duties.
Hilarity Bites The Hipp this September with an incredible line-up of comedians that have appeared on some of the most popular TV shows in the UK. Topping the bill is Taskmaster star and Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner Bridget Christie. Joining Bridget are three stars of Live at the Apollo (alongside shows such as QI, Have I Got News For You, Cats Does Countdown, and more) Harriet Kemsley, Ignacio Lopez, and Brennan Reece.
Hilarity Bites returns to The Coliseum in Whitby, with Carl Hutchinson celebrating 10 years of touring as he presents his best and favourite routines from over the years.