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Comedy: Arash – Persian standup comedy Sat 10 May 2025 7:00 pm £25.00 More information

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Comedy: XS Malarkey

BUY TICKETS

Since 1997 XS Malarkey has been a Manchester institution, with compere Toby Hadoke bringing you the very best comedians at the lowest prices.

This week:
Ciaran Mullins
Matthew Williams
MORE TBC
Oh, and MC Toby Hadoke

A minimum of just £3 for members and £6 for normal people- we keep tickets as low as possible to keep shows accessible, but if you can afford to pay more please do; as a not-for-profit club we really depend on your support keep these shows running, and we really appreciate any extra help! Thank you!

Lifetime membership costs £15, and includes entry to the show; you can also ask at the door on the night if you’d like to upgrade to membership.

Line up subject to change
Right of admission reserved

Booking guarantees entry and a seat (we no longer have standing room in our venue), but seating is unreserved. If you have specific accessibility requirements, please email info@xsmalarkey.com or message us on social media @xsmalarkey and we will make sure these are arranged ahead of arrival.