Comic legend Johnny Vegas is to play a series of live shows.
One of the UK’s most esteemed comedy clubs, Just the Tonic has announced a number of gigs by Vegas, who will be hosting comedy nights at Just the Tonic clubs across the UK, trying out new material for a much anticipated comeback. Johnny will be hosting nights at Just the Tonic clubs in Leicester (15 February), Reading (29 February), Birmingham (6 March), Camden (21 March) and others to be confirmed soon. Kicking off the first gig in Leicester in February, Johnny will also present ’Shooting the Breeze with Johnny Vegas’, an in-conversation about stuff with Just the Tonic founder Darrell Martin.
Known for his rants, surrealism, high husky voice and support of St Helens rugby league club, Johnny is a multi-award-winning actor, director, producer and entertainer.
He has spent some time away from clubs pursuing his love of acting, directing and writing, with credits including directing two dramas for BBC1’s Moving On series and the video for Billy Bragg’s Handyman Blues single. He also produced and directed Sky One drama Ragged, written by Andrew Lynch starring Ricky Tomlinson and Stephen Walters. Recent TV credits include Still Open All Hours, Murder On, Home From Home, Benidorm, Moone Boy - created and starring Chris O'Dowd for Sky One, and the BBC’s Mr Stink. He has done numerous appearances on QI, Cats Does Countdown, The Last Leg and Celebrity Juice. Also appeared in the recent British Films Eaten By Lions and Tales From The Lodge.
A fantastic compere and long-time Just the Tonic friend, Johnny has been given free rein to try out new material in some of his favourite clubs and give fans the opportunity to see him as he works towards a brand new show. More dates and venues are being added. Fans can sign up to Just the Tonic newsletter to receive notifications wherever they are. Tickets for all gigs will go on sale on Friday at 10am from www.justthetonic.com
Darrell Martin, Just the Tonic Director, said: “I have been booking Johnny since 1996 and as far as I’m concerned, he’s the best comedian in the country. It’s great to be able to see him doing what he does best and what made him famous. I can’t wait.”
