Comedy duo Black Liver (AKA Ruth and Keith) present a night of games, songs, stories and silliness about the show town that is Blackpool, using research from Showtown’s archive, personal experience and some made up facts.
A supportive environment for the next generation of stand-up comedians to test out new material, and a chance for audiences to hear early stage work!
Craft your own mini stand-up set with professional comedian, Ruth E Cockburn and to showcase in a scratch performance at the Old Electric.
SitCom legend Jeffrey Holland, best-loved as holiday camp comic Spike Dixon in Hi-De-Hi!, will be in conversation with Britain’s Comedy Historian Robert Ross at Showtown.
BBC New Comedy, and Edinburgh Newcomer Winner Frankie Monroe is in Blackpool for another hour of laughs, tricks and mucky bitter.
A humourous adventure around Blackpool town centre for the whole family! Can you help Showtown find some precious artefacts which have disappeared from the museum in a magic trick that went wrong?
Blackpool’s funniest night out first opened it’s doors in Blackpool town centre waaaay back in 2002 and boasts not only to be the first ever and therefore, longest running comedy club in Blackpool, but since moving to their own venue right opposite Blackpool Tower on Bank Hey Street, they’re also the only purpose built comedy…
We’re Blackpool’s brand new all-singing, all-dancing museum and you’ll find us right in the heart of the Golden Mile, next door but one to Blackpool Tower! Showtown is the ultimate celebration of Blackpool, the greatest seaside resort in the UK and world famous as a capital of entertainment. When we open our doors on Friday…
Blackpool’s newest venue – a home for all kinds of creativity, community, culture and collaboration
Located on Church Street, Blackpool and at the front of Blackpool’s Iconic Winter Gardens, House of Secrets is a small, intimate venue accommodating 40 people. Featuring its own stage, state of the art lighting and TV screens all designed to showcase the art of magic and live performance. House of Secrets features a well stocked…
The Grand Theatre, Blackpool is one of Britain’s premier heritage theatres. Listed Grade II*, this Matcham theatre is in the top 8 per cent of all listed buildings in England, and one of only thirty listed buildings in Blackpool. It is one of only nine large theatres listed Grade II* or above, north of London.…
Welcome to Winter Gardens Blackpool, an iconic venue nestled in the heart of Blackpool, known for its rich history and commitment to delivering unforgettable experiences. Since opening its doors in 1878, Winter Gardens has been a hub of entertainment, culture, and events, captivating the hearts of millions of visitors from near and far. Our magnificent…
This fabulous North Pier Theatre was renamed The Joe Longthorne Theatre in 2020 in memory of entertainer who died in 2019. The Hull-born performer had his first summer season at the pier in 1987 and continued to perform more than 20 seasons in the 1,400 capacity venue on the Grade II-listed pier which he described…
We’re Blackpool’s brand new all-singing, all-dancing museum and you’ll find us right in the heart of the Golden Mile, next door but one to Blackpool Tower! Showtown is the ultimate celebration of Blackpool, the greatest seaside resort in the UK and world famous as a capital of entertainment. When we open our doors on Friday…
Located on Church Street, Blackpool and at the front of Blackpool’s Iconic Winter Gardens, House of Secrets is a small, intimate venue accommodating 40 people. Featuring its own stage, state of the art lighting and TV screens all designed to showcase the art of magic and live performance. House of Secrets features a well stocked…
Blackpool’s funniest night out first opened it’s doors in Blackpool town centre waaaay back in 2002 and boasts not only to be the first ever and therefore, longest running comedy club in Blackpool, but since moving to their own venue right opposite Blackpool Tower on Bank Hey Street, they’re also the only purpose built comedy…
Blackpool’s newest venue – a home for all kinds of creativity, community, culture and collaboration
Enjoy a fantastic show, delicious food and drinks served to your table. Family Restaurant, Show, Drinks, Party, Cocktail Bars & Clubs – Viva is the Ultimate Show Night Out for amazing entertainment and best music venues in Blackpool!
Get ready for a night of laughter and jaw-dropping entertainment with the remarkably talented ventriloquist, Paul Zerdin!
