Big Deal Comedy Club returns to Cambridge on 28 August
Big Deal Comedy Club returns to Cambridge on Friday 28 August 2026, with the show starting at 7.30pm at the Town & Gown Theatre, 8 Market Passage, Cambridge, Cambs CB2 3PF. The performance is expected to run for about two hours, including an interval.
The Visit Cambridge Events listing does not state a ticket price, but it recommends booking in advance through the event website because Friday shows frequently sell out. The night is pitched at adults planning date nights, birthday celebrations, work socials or an evening out with friends. No transport or parking information is supplied, while the only accessibility provision specifically listed is that assistance dogs are welcome.
Friday evening timetable at the Town & Gown Theatre
The main show begins at 7.30pm, but the venue opens earlier for drinks and seating. Guests choosing the pre-theatre dining package are advised to arrive well before the auditorium opens.
| Time | Scheduled activity |
|---|---|
| 5.30pm | Suggested arrival for pre-theatre dining |
| 7pm | Theatre bar opens |
| 7.15pm | Theatre opens for audience seating |
| 7.30pm | Big Deal Comedy Club show begins |
| About two hours | Expected running time, including an interval |
The theatre is in central Cambridge, and the earlier bar opening gives audience members time to get a drink before taking their seats.
A fresh comedy bill built around three stand-up acts
Each Big Deal Comedy Club night follows a clear format: a professional host opens the room, followed by three stand-up comedians, with one appearing as the headline act. The supplied listing does not name the performers for 28 August, so the attraction rests on the club’s changing Friday bill rather than one advertised comedian.
Big Deal Comedy says its line-ups can draw from established UK circuit performers, television comedians and rising acts. A different combination is presented each Friday, meaning previous appearances do not indicate who will take the stage for this date.
The organisers also caution that line-ups may change when circumstances beyond their control require it. Anyone booking for a particular style of comedy should therefore expect a mixed club-night format rather than a fixed solo performance.
An intimate room with bar and dining options
The Town & Gown Theatre is presented as a close-up setting with comfortable seating and clear views across the auditorium. Facilities listed for the evening include air conditioning and a fully stocked theatre bar.
The venue also offers shuffleboard, a pre-theatre dining package and a DJ as part of the wider night-out experience. Dining is optional, with the 5.30pm arrival recommendation applying specifically to guests who choose that package.
Big Deal Comedy describes itself as an independent local club with more than 200 five-star audience reviews. It was created following a conversation between siblings Leanne Clarke and Jason Stampe, who wanted to establish a place centred on live comedy and relief from everyday stresses.
Advance booking is the practical next step
The event listing says Friday performances can sell out, particularly when recognised headline acts are booked. Advance reservations are therefore recommended rather than relying on availability at the theatre.
Bookings and the optional pre-theatre dining package are available through the event website. For the 28 August performance, guests using the bar can arrive from 7pm, while audience seating begins at 7.15pm ahead of the 7.30pm show.
Source: Visit Cambridge Events
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