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Tickets to see comedian Chris McCausland at the Ipswich Regent selling fast

Stand-up star Chris McCausland is set to perform his brand-new show "Yonks!" at the Regent Theatre in Ipswich on 18 March 2025. The comedian, known for his sharp wit and TV appearances, promises another night of masterclass comedy.

Why it matters: McCausland's last tour was a sell-out, and his "rising star" status makes this a must-see event for comedy fans in Ipswich.

The big picture: Despite being called an "overnight success", McCausland has been honing his craft for over two decades, or as he puts it, "bloody yonks".

Chris McCausland Yonks! at the Ipswich Regent theatre
Chris McCausland will perform at the Ipswich Regent on 18 March 2025(Ipswich Regent)

Key details:

  • The show is part of McCausland's 2024 tour.

  • It promises to be another "masterclass in stand-up comedy".

  • Tickets are now on sale, with organisers encouraging early booking due to expected high demand.

McCausland's journey:

  • Started stand-up in 2003 at a new act night in Balham.

  • Won the Jongleurs J2O Last Laugh competition in his first year.

  • Took six shows to the Edinburgh Festival between 2005 and 2012.

  • Awarded the Creative Diversity Award for comedy by a Channel 4-led panel in 2011.

Television appearances:

  • A regular panellist on "Have I Got News for You" since 2019.

  • Hosted "Live at the Apollo" in January 2022.

  • Starred in Channel 4's reality show "Scared of the Dark" in April 2023.

  • Premiered his own chatshow, "The Chris McCausland Show", on ITV1 in June 2024.

Breaking barriers: He was the first blind contestant on "Strictly Come Dancing" in 2024 and hosted a four-part travelogue series, "The Wonders of the World I Can't See", in 2023.

The bottom line: With his unique perspective and growing popularity, McCausland's "Yonks!" has the potential to be a standout event in Ipswich's comedy calendar. Book your tickets before they go at https://ipswichtheatres.co.uk/whats-on/chris-mccausland-yonks/

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