Cambridge Footlights
at The Arts Theatre, Cambridge
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Following a string of successful performances, Cambridge Footlights are back by popular demand with two nights of hilarious comedy!
Cambridge Footlights are the world-famous comedy troupe who first aired the talents of some of the foremost British comedians and actors of this century. Founded in 1880, this university drama society boasts impressive alumni including Golden Globe and BAFTA-winning actress Olivia Coleman, Stephen Fry, Emma Thompson, Hugh Laurie, Trevor Nunn, Peter Shaffer and comedian-presenters Sue Perkins and Mel Giedroyc.
Joined by other student groups from across the country, don’t miss Footlights as they showcase the finest sketches, songs and standup from some of the country’s finest student comedians.
Cambridge Footlights
The Cambridge Footlights International Tour Show is the biggest show of the year. Join ‘the most renowned sketch troupe of them all’ (The Independent) as they embark on another exceptional world tour, performing to over twenty thousand people across two continents. This year's tour travels to London, Edinburgh, California, Las Vegas, New York, the Cayman Islands, Cambridge, and many more. Don’t miss your chance to see the latest on offer from the group that launched many of the greatest names in comedy, including Stephen Fry, Emma Thompson, Mel, John Cleese, Hugh Laurie, Mitchell and Webb, Richard Ayoade, Sue, John Oliver and David Baddiel.
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The Arts Theatre
6 Edwards Passage
Cambridge
CB2 3PJ
- Website:
- cambridgeartstheatre.com
- Disabled Booking:
- 01223 503 333
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on Sun 1 February 2026