Jimmy Carr brings two-show tour date to York Barbican

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 13:02 · Archive

Comedian Jimmy Carr will perform two shows of his tour Killing Jokes at York Barbican on December 16, 2027.

Comedian Jimmy Carr will perform two shows of his new tour Killing Jokes at York Barbican on December 16, 2027. The performances are scheduled for 7pm and 9.30pm on the same day. The show promises Carr's signature dark humour, fast one-liners, and jokes about 'all kinds of terrible things'.

Carr is one of the UK's best-known comedians, with a career spanning stand-up, television and film. He has previously hosted Channel 4's 8 Out of 10 Cats, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, and Big Fat Quiz. He has performed to sold-out audiences in more than 50 countries and recently broke international touring records with his previous shows Terribly Funny and Laughs Funny.

A tour spokesperson said the show is described by eyewitnesses as 'a brutal, hilarious, life affirming night out', and added: 'If you think you'd be offended, then stay away.' Tickets go on general sale at 10am on October 23 via York Barbican's website.

How it is being reported

• Top comedian announces two York shows in one day for new tourA popular stand-up comedian is set to bring his new stand-up tour to York - with two shows scheduled on the same day.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 20 Oct, 12:30
• Top comedian announces two York shows in one day for new tourA popular stand-up comedian is set to bring his new stand-up tour to York - with two shows scheduled on the same day.York Press · 20 Oct, 12:30

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