Strictly champion Chris McCausland brings his stand-up tour to Colchester

Fresh from winning the 2024 series of Strictly Come Dancing, comedian Chris McCausland is taking his stand-up show back on the road, with a stop in Colchester. The evening is scheduled to begin at 7.30pm, with doors opening an hour earlier, and is rated for audiences aged 16 and over.

Key takeaways

• Chris McCausland is bringing his new stand-up tour to Colchester.

• Doors are due to open at 6.30pm, with the show starting at 7.30pm.

• The performance is for ages 16 and over; under-18s must attend with a full-paying adult aged 18 or older.

• The announcement does not specify the venue or event date.

The Colchester date gives local audiences a chance to see a comedian whose profile grew further after his high-profile television success. Check the event listing for the missing date and venue details before making plans.

From the Strictly Glitterball to the stand-up stage

McCausland’s tour follows a standout year: he and professional dancer Dianne Buswell won the 2024 Strictly Come Dancing series, making him the BBC show’s first blind champion. His return to stand-up brings the comedian back to the form that established his career.

Born in Liverpool in 1977, McCausland has retinitis pigmentosa and is blind. He has built a strong television presence, appearing on panel shows including Would I Lie to You?, Have I Got News for You and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. His comedy has also been described as a “purveyor of the finest in comedy waffle”.

What audiences should know

Doors are listed to open at 6.30pm and the performance is set to start at 7.30pm. The age restriction is 16-plus. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a full-paying adult aged at least 18.

For London comedy fans looking for live laughs closer to home, Comedy in Your Eye hosts professional comedians every Tuesday and Thursday at The Camden Eye in Camden Town. Its intimate pub setting offers a different way to catch quality stand-up, with a top-secret lineup revealed at the show.

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