The comedian will bring his new stand-up tour to the city in 2026This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more
Russell Howard(Image: PA Wire)
Comedian Russell Howard has confirmed his new stand-up tour will come to Liverpool next Spring. The comedian, described as “one of the world’s top comedians” by the Sunday Times, will perform at the Liverpool Empire for one night only.
His new stand-up tour ‘Don’t Tell The Algorithm’ will kick off at the Regent Theatre in Ipswich on Thursday, January 22. He will then perform on dates between and November 2026 in venues across the UK. He will bring the tour to the Empire on Sunday, March 15 2026.
The comedian is known for being a regular panelist on Mock The Week and has appeared on 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Would I lie to You? and Live at the Apollo.
Russell had his own comedy show called ‘Russell Howard’s Good News’ on BBC Three. The series started in October 2009 and ran for ten series as well as a “best of” show and a Christmas Special.
Tickets for Howard’s Liverpool Empire date go on pre-sale (to ATG+ members) at 10am on Wednesday, September 24 – with General Sale starting at 10am on Friday 26 September.
Russell Howard is one of many comedians set to perform at the Empire Theatre. Below are dates of comedy shows at the historic theatre.
Liverpool Empire 2025 and 2026 comedy shows
Dara OBriain – Sunday, November 2 2025
Jim Jefferies – Tuesday, November 4 2025
Joanne McNally – Saturday, November 8 2025
Russell Howard – Sunday, March 15 2026
Chris Ramsey – Thursday, March 19 2026
More information can be found on the ATG website.