Emmanuel Sonubi is back on the road with his latest show, Life After Near Death. Kicking off in Leicester on 14 September, tickets will be available via a pre-sale on 19th March with general on sale taking place on 21st March. Tickets will be available at www.emmanuelstandup.com.
Emmanuel’s latest show is a deeply personal yet hilariously sharp exploration of what happens when life throws its toughest challenges your way. After surviving heart failure, Emmanuel takes audiences on a rollercoaster ride through his journey of recovery, resilience, and the moments of comedy that emerge even in life’s darkest corners. With his signature storytelling style, razor-sharp wit, and undeniable stage presence, Life After Near Death is a masterclass in finding the funny in the unexpected and the power of perseverance.
Emmanuel said: “I can’t wait to bring this new show on tour! Life After Near Death is a special one for me – it’s personal, it’s raw, but most importantly, it’s funny. After an amazing time at the Edinburgh Fringe, across Europe, and in New York, I’m buzzing to take this to audiences across the UK. Get ready for big laughs and a few surprises along the way.”
One of the UK’s most in-demand comedians, Emmanuel delivers with unstoppable energy and charisma, cementing his place as one of the brightest stars in stand-up today. As a London-born comedian he is renowned for his commanding stage presence and engaging, relatable storytelling. His unique comedic voice, shaped by his own experiences, quickly garnered attention securing him multiple nominations including the Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Newcomer in 2022 and Best Show in 2023, as well as the Chortle Award for Best Club Comedian in 2023. He has headlined BBC's Live at the Apollo and appeared on QI and Have I Got News for You. He will next be seen in the forthcoming shows The Hitlist (BBC), Silence is Golden(U&Dave) and Richard Osmond’s House of Games. This tour de force on stage continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his sharp wit and relatable humour, firmly establishing himself as a stand out comedian on the circuit.
TOUR DATES:
SEPTEMBER 2025
Wednesday 17 September MAIDSTONE Hazlitt Theatre
Thursday 18 September WINCHESTER The Arc
Friday 19 September HEMEL HEMPSTEAD Old Town Hall
Saturday 20 September BATH Rondo
Sunday 21 September CHELMSFORD Studio Theatre
Tuesday 23 September SOUTHAMPTON Attic
Wednesday 24 September BRACKNELL South Hill Park
Thursday 25 September ALDERSHOT West End Centre
Friday 26 September COVENTRY Warwick Arts Centre* on sale soon
Saturday 27 September ENFIELD Dugdale
Sunday 28 September ENFIELD Dugdale
OCTOBER 2025
Wednesday 1 October FAVERSHAM The Alex
Thursday 2 October BRIGHTON Forge
Friday 3 October RADLETT The Radlett Centre
Saturday 4 October NORTH FINCHLEY Arts Depot
Sunday 5 October LYME REGIS Marine Theatre
Tuesday 7 October COLCHESTER Arts Centre
Wednesday 8 October BURY The Met
Thursday 9 October BIRMINGHAM, Glee club
Saturday 11 October HUDDERSFIELD LBC Cellar
Sunday 12 October SHEFFIELD Leadmill
Tuesday 14 October DUBLIN Whelans
Wednesday 15 October BELFAST Limelight 2
Thursday 16 October LEEDS Old Woollen
Friday 17 October SALFORD Lowry Studio
Saturday 18 October BRADFORD Studio
Sunday 19 October DARWEN Library Theatre
Wednesday 22 October HEXHAM The Queen’s Hall
Thursday 23 October BARNARD CASTLE The Witham
Saturday 25 October NEWCASTLE The Stand
NOVEMBER 2025
Saturday 1 November GLOUCESTER Guildhall
Sunday 2 November BRISTOL Tobacco Factory
Wednesday 5 November CARDIFF Glee Club
Thursday 6 November SWINDON Arts Centre
Friday 7 November HOVE The Old Market
Saturday 8 November LONDON Leicester Square Theatre
Sunday 9 November CANTERBURY Gulbenkian
Wednesday 12 November CHORLEY Theatre
Thursday 13 November WORCESTER Huntingdon Hall
Friday 14 November LEICESTER The Y
Saturday 15 November AYLESBURY Norman Bragg Studio
Sunday 16 November PORTSMOUTH Wedgewood Rooms
Wednesday 19 November ABERDEEN Lemon Tree
Thursday 20 November EDINBURGH The Stand
Saturday 22 November GLASGOW The Stand
Sunday 23 November NORWICH Playhouse* on sale soon
Wednesday 26 November SOUTHEND Palace Theatre
Thursday 27 November CRAWLEY Hawth Theatre Studio
Friday 28 November NEW MILTON Forest Arts Centre
Saturday 29 November MAIDENHEAD Norden Farm
Sunday 30 November BASINGSTOKE Haymarket
