Sun 23 November 2025 7:00pm - 9:30pm

Ripping Yarms Comedy Club – Ed Byrne

at Princess Alexandra Auditorium & Friarage Theatre, Yarm

£25.00

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Get ready for another special evening of comedy as Ripping Yarms Comedy Club presents the brilliant Ed Byrne in what promises to be an unforgettable night! The Irish comedy legend takes centre stage with his trademark blend of sharp observational humour and perfectly crafted storytelling that has made him one of the most respected comedians on the circuit.

Known for his intelligent wit and engaging stage presence, Ed Byrne has been delighting audiences for decades with his expertly delivered material that ranges from the wonderfully absurd to the brilliantly insightful. From his numerous television appearances including Mock the Week and QI, to his critically acclaimed stand-up tours, Byrne's consistent ability to find humour in everyday situations whilst maintaining his razor-sharp comedic edge makes him a true master of his craft.

Hosting the night will be the dynamic Gbemi Oladipo, whose infectious energy and quick-fire wit create the perfect atmosphere for comedy gold. Ian Stone brings his wealth of experience and distinctive comedic voice to the lineup as a circuit legend. Completing this stellar bill is Sarah Keyworth, with her fresh perspective and brilliantly crafted observations she has been making serious waves throughout the comedy world including her recent spot on Live At The Apollo and multiple viral videos.

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Ed Byrne

The master of observational comedy, Ed's many TV appearances over the years have included hosting Live At The Apollo and being a regular panellist on Mock the Week and Have I Got News for You, as well as various other new comedy shows including Miranda Harts Christmas Unwrapped. A sucker for a quiz, particular highlights for Ed have been taking part in Celebrity Mastermind and being a contestant on Celebrity Pointless. Ed is also a regular contributor to comedy and music shows on both BBC Radio 2 and 4 and 6 Music. “Byrne is at the top of his game” (Sunday Telegraph) 'Jokes come so fast that hecklers don't have a chance to get a word in edgeways' (The Times) 'It is rare for a comic to merit the word 'masterful' but in this case it is no overstatement' (The Scotsman) 'A show full of top-class observational humour... A great comedian making the simple sublime, Byrne gives his audience exactly what they want' (Edinburgh Evening News). Ed Byrne was #6 in Ents24's Hardest Working Comedians of 2018 list.

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Sarah Keyworth

Sarah Keyworth is an award-winning stand up comedian who performs live regularly across the UK. Sarah has performed stand-up on The Now Show (BBC Radio 4) and has featured on the BBC, Comedy Central and has done tour support for incredible acts such as Stewart Francis, Dane Baptiste, Kerry Godliman, Jan Ravens and Abandoman. In 2018 she performed her debut hour, Dark Horse, at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival drawing much critical acclaim, including a Herald Angel Award, a Pleasance Theatre award and a nomination for Best Newcomer in the Edinburgh Comedy Awards.

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Ian Stone

Ranked amongst the top ten stand-ups in Britain by The Independent, Ian Stone is one of the most talented topical acts and comperes in the country. Edgy and provocative, with an easy-going manner and self-depreciating style, Ian is at great ease bantering with an audience. He's a member of the Comedy Store's critically acclaimed 'Cutting Edge' team. Ian also received a nomination in 2012 for the Best Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival Awards. He has performed all over the world including Comedy Festivals in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, South Africa, Holland, France, Ireland and Germany. He’s entertained the troops in Kuwait, Bosnia,Kosovo, Cyprus and Afghanistan. He was the first British stand-up to perform in Moscow and the first performer to appear for The Comedy Store in Mumbai. 'Seriously funny' (The Guardian). 'One of the top comedians in the country' (The Independent).

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Gbemi Oladipo

Gbemi Oladipo's engaging and unpredictable writing style combined with his high energy performances have seen him nominated for the BBC’s New Comedian of the Year, and win the Max Turner Prize for Comedy and The Comedy Stores King Gong. He also wrote and starred in the award-winning , F*ck My Life – Most Racist Uber Ride Ever, a story based on one of his real-life experiences. The short film produced by Pulped Productions won the prestigious Broadcast Digital Awards in 2020 for Best Short-Form Format. It was also nominated for a Webby Award for Comedy (2021) alongside videos from James Corden (winner), Trevor Noah’s the Daily Show, and The Simpsons.

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