Comedian James Acaster bringing stand-up show to big screen in Doncaster
Stand-up star James Acaster is to star on the big screen in Doncaster – with his latest comedy show being screened at the city’s cinemas.
The comic’s show, Cinemagoers Welcome, will be exclusively shown in over 400 cinemas nationwide, including the Savoy and Vue.
From 6 March, audiences can experience one of the most daring live comedy events of recent years.
Filmed in Truro, Dublin and Northampton, the two-hour feature embraces unpredictability with each city bringing its own personality/pressure.
The whole thing was filmed during James’ Hecklers Welcome tour, during which heckling was not merely tolerated but actively encouraged.
James is of course a key figure in modern comedy, known for his surreal storytelling and constant subversion of comedy conventions.
He has under his belt two Netflix specials, Repertoire and Cold Lasagne Hate Myself 1999, as well as best-selling books and unforgettable appearances on Taskmaster and Would I Lie To You as well as 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, making him an established comedy favourite.
He said: “Finally! I can attend a cinema screening of one of my own shows and heckle myself. See you there!”
Beyond the stage and screen, Acaster is also a major force in podcasting. He is the co-host of the hugely popular food podcast Off Menu, consistently one of the UK’s most-listened-to podcasts, where his wit, curiosity and offbeat perspective have helped build a devoted global audience.
Tickets for the 120 minute show are on sale now – and can be purchased via the website HERE