Imagine this – you’re out in Liverpool city centre on a dark January night, wind howling down Roe Street. Where’s everyone heading for a laugh? Straight into the warm, familiar arms of the Royal Court, of course. And this January, it’s the studio space that’s hosting a night or two of stand-up that’ll have you grinning all the way to the bar.
What’s It About?
Andrew Bird is back, swanning in with a brand-new comedy show called On Edge. He’s fresh from warming up crowds on Russell Howard’s massive tour, and if you’ve heard the buzz from The London Palladium (no pressure, Andy), you’ll know he’s got comic chops. Bird’s also shared the stage with Rhod Gilbert and Troy Hawke, and was voted Comic’s Comic-Best Act at the UK Comedy Awards 2023, so you’re getting proper talent. If your new year resolution is to laugh more and despair less, this is as sound a place as any to start.
When Is It On?
15–16 January 2027, with the fun starting at 7:00pm both nights. Ideal for keeping the post-Christmas blues at bay.
Where Is It?
Liverpool Royal Court – Studio, 1 Roe Street, Liverpool, L1 1HL. You know the spot – just a quick stroll from Lime Street, handy for train home or a celebratory bevvy after the gig.
Tickets
Tickets are priced at £16. Book your seat through the official Liverpool Royal Court website – don’t hang about if you fancy it, January comedy gigs tend to shift quick in this town.
More Information
For all the official details, updates and anything else, check out the Royal Court’s event page.
January can be a long slog, but live comedy was made for nights like these. If nothing else, it’s a boss excuse to get out the house.