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About the show
Since 1997 XS Malarkey has been a Manchester comedy institution, with compere Toby Hadoke bringing you the very best comedians at the lowest prices.
This week
ANDY BARR
LULU SIMONS
MORE TBA
and MC TOBY HADOKE
Please note that the artists appearing may be subject to change.
Featuring
Andy Barr
Andy Barr is an award-winning comedian who has produced three Edinburgh Fringe shows, been seen on television (London Live) and Virgin Atlantic in-flight broadcasts. He is also the cohost of Chortle Award nominated podcast, Born Yesterday. 'Skilfully written and delivered lines ... Barr's comic timing and gestures are impeccable' **** - The List 'delightful' - Chortle 'A funny boy' - Tim Key, iNews Picks of the Fringe
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Toby Hadoke
'Toby is an actor, writer and comedian, who has a stupid name that no-one can pronounce or spell. He was born in a small cottage in Ludlow, Shropshire at the turn of the century, and even as a baby, sported a rather manly collection of facial hair.' Manchester comedy Legend and host of XS Malarkey. Toby was the inaugural winner of The Les Dawson Award, beating a shortlist including Peter Kay, Daniel Kitson, Dave Spikey, Ken Dodd, Caroline Ahearne, Craig Cash and Steve Coogan. He works regularly in TV and Radio having appeared in shows ranging from Coronation Street to Peter Kay’s Phoenix Nights. 'Superior stand-up skills – very, very funny' (The Guardian) 'A comedy genius' (Metro).
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Also Appearing
Lulu Simons
Address
Arch 19
Watson Street
Manchester
M3 4LP
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on Tuesday 27 January 2026