The Comedy Forum at Forum Theatre Billingham continues to build momentum, establishing itself as a regular highlight in the region’s entertainment calendar. With a growing reputation for bringing both household names and exciting emerging talent to Teesside, audiences are increasingly turning out for nights packed with high-quality live comedy.

Recent shows have welcomed major names including Harry Hill, Nina Conti and Frankie Boyle, drawing strong crowds and reinforcing the venue’s place as a go-to destination for stand-up in the North East. The programme shows no signs of slowing down, with more big names in the pipeline.

The next major date in the Comedy Forum calendar comes on Sunday 20 September, when Dara Ó Briain takes to the stage as headline act.

Get ready for a genuinely unmissable night of stand-up as one of the most recognisable faces on British and Irish television brings his trademark high-energy comedy to Billingham. Known for hosting Mock the Week, Robot Wars and Have I Got News For You, Dara has become a hugely respected figure in comedy, both on screen and on stage.

His latest tour, So… Where Were We?, was a critical and audience favourite, winning Best Tour at the 2023 Chortle Awards and selling out theatres across the UK and internationally. This success further cemented his status as one of the leading stand-ups working today.

On stage, Dara is an absolute force of nature. Combining intelligent writing with quick-thinking improvisation, he delivers a masterclass in fast-paced stand-up that keeps audiences fully engaged from start to finish. Known for his ability to think on his feet and interact with the crowd, no two performances are ever quite the same, making every show a unique experience.