Robin Ince – MELONS: A Love Letter to Stand-Up Comedy

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Comedy (spoken word, solo show)

  • Venue 7
    The Stand’s New Town Theatre - Studio
  • 20:35
  • Aug 27
  • 1 hour
  • Suitability: 14+ (Guideline)
  • Country: United Kingdom - England
  • Group: Robin Ince / The Cosmic Shambles Network / Stand Comedy
  • Warnings and additional info: Please note: Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult to enter the venue
  • Accessibility: May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies are not allowed in the venue
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
Venue Age Restriction: 18+ after 21:00 but please check show listing. Please note for shows with age rating below 18+ guideline or restriction, under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

Description

Robin’s first solo show was a disaster, but a disaster that ended with him punching a melon with Vernon Kay’s face drawn on it before singing Mustang Sally (still no cruise ship bookings). Despite this, actually, because of this, Robin ended up playing to arenas with Professor Brian Cox. This is the story of how he fell in love with comedy thanks to The Goodies and Rik Mayall and how after 30 years he started to find his voice. Winner: Rose D’Or, Sony Gold and The Arthur C Clarke Award.

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General venue access

  • Accessible entry: Steep internal staircase consisting of 20 steps leading to the basement where The Lower Hall space are located. Seating is level and unfixed within these venues.

    • Wheelchair access type: Temporary Ramp, Lift (Platform Lift)

  • Stairs: 11- 20
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

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Neurodiverse Review (4/5 stars) 45 days ago

If you ever needed a pep-talk to restore your faith in humanity, you should go and see Robin Ince immediately.

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One4Review (5/5 stars) 53 days ago

There are many things in this show – including copious laughter and perhaps some tears – but there’s something for everyone. Take what you need from it – smashed melons or gossip about comedians – and love things, wildly, before they’re gone.

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