Fri 16 January 2026 7:30pm

Chuckl. Darlington

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Get ready for an unforgettable night of comedy at the Darlington Hippodrome, headlined by two of the biggest names on the UK circuit, Seann Walsh and Scott Bennett.

Seann Walsh, as seen on Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week and I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!, brings his trademark blend of observational brilliance and infectious energy to the stage. Sharp, relatable and effortlessly funny, Seann is one of the country’s most in-demand comics.

He’s joined by Scott Bennett, star of Live at the Apollo, The News Quiz and Have I Got News For You. Known for his warm wit, razor-sharp storytelling and down-to-earth charm, Scott has quickly become one of comedy’s most acclaimed stars.

With a stellar supporting lineup of some of the best stand-ups on the circuit today, all brought to you by Chuckl. – The UK’s premier comedy club, this is a night guaranteed to leave you laughing from start to finish.

Book your tickets early to secure the best seats in the house – this one’s going to be special!

Seann Walsh

Charming and charismatic, a natural motormouth, Brighton’s Seann Walsh is the most frighteningly precocious talent to emerge from the UK comedy circuit in ages. Within two years of his first comedy performance in 2007, Seann became the winner of the Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year. Shortly after, other accolades included Chortle Best Breakthrough Act Nominee 2010 and Chortle Best Compere Nominee 2011. "Unquestionably the best observational comic of his generation" – The Guardian "…Sharp, creative observational comedy from a precocious newcomer. See him now, before the stadium tour…" – Sunday Times Seann Walsh was placed in Ents24's top 10 hardest-working comedians 2016.

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Scott Bennett

Stylishly shirted, Yorkshire-born Scott Bennett delivers wry observations on the absurdity of modern living. His sharply-written routines, drawn from real-life experiences have been delighting audiences across the country; except in Yorkshire, where they are deeply suspicious of his shirts. Likeable, with a warm and engaging delivery, he is a Yorkshire live wire with an undeniable no nonsense logic. English Comedian of the Year Runner Up, Comedy Cellar New Act of the Year and Old Speckled Hen Comedian of the Year. 'A generous helping of wonderfully witty comic observations about life's little quirks, relationships and human behaviour. Served by a Yorkshireman with relentless enthusiasm and boundless energy' (<a href="http://www.bbc.co.uk)" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.bbc.co.uk)</a> 'Naturally hilarious, the highlight of the evening' (Broadway Baby, Edinburgh Fringe 2013) 'A star of the future' (Huddersfield Examiner) 'This loveable rising star enthrals his audiences with his warm and engaging delivery, he is a Yorkshire live wire with an undeniable no nonsense logic' (Funhouse Comedy).

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