Live at the Apollo
Alan Carr, Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle and a host of other comics invite us to join them Live at the Apollo. Who are we to refuse?
Why trudge out to a comedy club when you can sprawl on your sofa like a big happy layabout and watch some of the country's finest stand-up comics do their thing?
The show formerly known as Jack Dee Live at the Apollo (Jack Dee wanted to move on, so... you know) decided to mash things up a bit for the third series. Rather than Jack as regular host, various comics would take turns as MC, introducing the regular guests - effectively giving you two, or even three, for the price of one. Bargain. It's also a chance to find out whether all those quizcoms and sitcom stars you know and love can actually hack it behind a mike.
Episode 1. Host: Jack Dee Comedians: Jason Manford, Russell Howard
You'll know Jason as a team captain on 8 Out of 10 Cats - he's the one who, in his own words, looks like a "fat Michael Owen". He's also the one with the sort of wit that has people writing in to complain. He shares the stage with Russell Howard was just 19 when he got to the final round of a Channel 4 comedy competition - the smug little scamp.
Episode 2. Host: Jimmy Carr Comedian: Alan Carr
It's become a lazy, lazy journalistic cliché to describe Alan Carr as the new Frankie Howerd. And as we are, in fact, extraordinarily lazy, let us point out straight away that Alan Carr is the new Frankie Howerd. He titters, he whoops, and he makes merciless fat jokes in a highly un-PC way.
Episode 3. Host: Jo Brand Comedian: Michael McIntyre
Michael McIntyre is just teetering on the edge of proper fame. It's only a matter of time though, as the marvellous McIntyre, with his booming public schoolboy voice and cheerfully outraged take on British life, is frankly brilliant to behold.
Episode 4. Host: Lee Mack Comedian: Sean Lock
Sean Lock is the comedian's comedian. Which is a tactful way of saying that he made a critically acclaimed show that barely anyone watched (15 Storeys High). It cemented Sean's reputation as a brilliant innovator - he's way more than just a funny bloke who appears on all the panel shows.
Episode 5. Host: Joan Rivers Comedian: Patrick Kielty
Patrick Kielty is a highly entertaining comedian from Northern Ireland. Indeed, he set up Belfast's first ever comedy club in 1991. He also hosted the original US pilot for Deal or No Deal, but it wasn't picked up so we probably shouldn't have mentioned that.
Episode 6. Host: Dara Ó Briain Comedians: Stephen K. Amos, Frankie Boyle
Stephen K Amos is a rather rare thing: a gay black British comic. Catch his act and you'll be wondering why he's not all over the telly. Indeed, he has his own explanation for this: "The BBC has a diversity policy, and basically I have to wait for Lenny Henry to die." Stephen is joined by edgy Scottish comic Frankie Boyle who will be praising gay dads, speaking out against singing terrorists, and providing outrageous political insights. Prepare to be slightly appalled in the best possible way.
When is it on?
Live at the Apollo is next on at 10:10 pm
on Friday, 27th November on Dave.
Go to TV Listings
Jack Dee Live at the Apollo, 2
Another starry night of stand-up comedy recorded live at the Hammersmith Apollo. Host and one-liner king Jimmy Carr introduces the hilarious - though unrelated - Alan Carr.
- On at 10:00 pm on Saturday, 28th November on Dave
- On at 11:00 pm on Saturday, 28th November on Dave Ja Vu
- On at 2:05 am on Sunday, 29th November on Dave
- On at 3:05 am on Sunday, 29th November on Dave Ja Vu
Jack Dee Live at the Apollo, 6
Sensational stand-up comedy recorded live at London's Hammersmith Apollo. This time the illustrious venue plays host to Dara O'Briain, Stephen K Amos and Frankie Boyle.
- On at 9:00 pm on Monday, 30th November on Dave
- On at 10:00 pm on Monday, 30th November on Dave Ja Vu
- On at 11:50 pm on Monday, 30th November on Dave
- On at 12:50 am on Tuesday, 1st December on Dave Ja Vu
Live at the Apollo
Witty banter indeed from the stand-ups at London's Hammersmith Apollo, with host comedy legend Lenny Henry. His special guests are Andy Parsons and Ed Byrne.
- On at 10:10 pm on Friday, 27th November on Dave
- On at 11:10 pm on Friday, 27th November on Dave Ja Vu
- On at 1:00 am on Saturday, 28th November on Dave
- On at 2:00 am on Saturday, 28th November on Dave Ja Vu
Live at the Apollo
Join Mock the Week's irrepressible Russell Howard for another laugh-out-loud evening of comedy from the Hammersmith Apollo. His guest is first lady of stand-up, Jo Brand.
- On at 11:10 pm on Sunday, 29th November on Dave
- On at 12:10 am on Monday, 30th November on Dave Ja Vu
Comments
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nicoleS90089 | 23 Oct 09
omg i luv this show i thought it was just me but now omg i swear the stuff they say actually makes sense and is true it should neva b taken off i luv jack dee his grumpyness i luv every1 who does live at the apollo. 8P
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ads12 | 3 Oct 09
live at the apolo and jack dee live at the appolo are brilliant. i realy like them especialy like jack dee and allso dara o brein
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hospitalradiodj | 25 Aug 09
all the "apollo" shows are brilliant, good, down to earthy comedy and not one bit of canned laughter, forget all the politically correct rubbish, (does anyone find it funny????)... my favorite, very difficult to choose, is episode 6 with Stephen K Amos, just amazingly funny!!
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Roger taylor fan | 13 Aug 09
most of them were really awesome!! especially the ones with Michael McIntyre, sean lock and lee mack. Episode 4 was really good!!!
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123sam321 | 6 Aug 09
Jjasan Manford a Sean Lock incredible. watching them the first time made me cry. Still crack up every time i watch them
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tehb0x | 4 Jul 09
Both Carrs are on top form. Much love.
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Muffin Head | 3 Jul 09
i love michael mcintyre
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FlagHippo | 16 Jun 09
How about digging out some old stand up shows like "Gas" and "Paramount City"? Be great to see people like Steve Coogan and McKenzie Crook etc in their early years again....
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SumedhaM62769 | 5 May 09
This got me well into the whole Alan Carr thing-he really is a clever chap.. Sumedha Mane
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Chopper69_Standup | 21 Apr 09
I am a stand up comedian myself and I would love to see more stand up shows on Dave. I love Live at the Apollo The comedians are usually all very good barre Alan Carr and Joan Rivers- fair enough this is probably simply my own opinion, however I struggle to see how anyone could find either of these people anything other than sickening. However, it isn't Dave's fault either of these 'people' exist so no worries. Thanks Dave keep up the good work.
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lottybear | 20 Feb 09
my boyfriend really love live at the appollo and i want to take him there for his birthday in april. has anyone got any ideas how i do this!!????? please help! x
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Popzilla! | 12 Feb 09
Live at the Apollo rocks! Michale McIntyre is, without a doubt, the funniest person ever! Closely followed by Russell Howard and Jack Dee.
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AFCB100 | 3 Feb 09
Jack dee is awsome...as is micheal macintyre.....i dont like many of the others tho....its better wiv jack in it tbh!!
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MichaelT65338 | 29 Jan 09
Alan Carr is pure brilliance, possibly the funniest person on TV in my opinion
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Popzilla! | 22 Jan 09
I second your Michael McIntyre comment, jammanslice! He is soooo Awesome!
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hammyholic | 17 Jan 09
DARA O'BRIAIN ROCKS HE IS SO FUNNY ON WHATEVER HE DOES. WEATHER IT BE MOCK THE WEEK OR WHAT EVER ELSE HE DOES,HE WILL HAVE A FAN WITH ME
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fredthefish | 3 Jan 09
Great stuff - definitely better without jack dee! Dave needs more standup generally. Do it do it do it :)
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Space Alien | 20 Dec 08
Everyone on Live At The Apollo is either hot because they are funny, or hot because they are hot or both :)
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Peter1995 | 27 Oct 08
i think its better without jack dee sorry
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nicoleS90089 | 23 Oct 09
View all commentsomg i luv this show i thought it was just me but now omg i swear the stuff they say actually makes sense and is true it should neva b taken off i luv jack dee his grumpyness i luv every1 who does live at the apollo. 8P