The Comedy Store 2026

The Comedy Store comes to Derby Theatre on Sunday 13 December, as part of the venue's stand-up series. It's a touring show, so the club brings its usual format to the Main House rather than just a single act. They bill it as 'The Best In Stand Up' from around the globe, mixing established names with the newer acts they're known for breaking.

If the name doesn't ring a bell, the club's history does. They've been running for nearly 40 years and describe themselves as a breeding ground for new talent. Over that time, they've launched the likes of Eddie Izzard, John Bishop, Jimmy Carr, Rhod Gilbert and Sarah Millican. Time Out has called it 'still the greatest and most influential comedy club on the planet'.

That reputation for spotting new talent is part of the night's draw: the bill promises a mix of big names in comedy today and the club's habit of breaking tomorrow's stars. It's a stand-up night in the truest sense, with a line-up of several comics rather than one headliner. The age guidance is 16+.

It's at Derby Theatre (Main House), 15 Theatre Walk, St Peter's Quarter, DE1 2NF. The show starts at 7:30pm on Sunday 13 December, and tickets are £19.50, with Friends getting £2 off.