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Inspiration • July 20th, 2026
|Fans of comedy will be thrilled to hear that Andy Parsons has extended his popular tour, Please #@!$ Off To Mars, due to overwhelming demand. Originally set to end earlier, the tour will now run through to the end of 2026, giving even more people the chance to experience Parsons’ unique brand of humour. The presale for tickets begins on Friday 17th April at 11am, with general sales opening on Monday 20th April.
About Andy Parsons
Andy Parsons is no stranger to the comedy scene. Known for his sharp wit and satirical take on current events, he has built a reputation as one of the UK's most entertaining comedians. His tour, Please #@!$ Off To Mars, promises to tackle the pressing issues of 2025 with his trademark humour, encouraging audiences to laugh through the struggles of life.
Parsons quips, “Life is hard - come and have a laugh about it!” Starting his career in comedy as a writer for Radio 4's Weekending, Parsons later became one of the main writers for the iconic show Spitting Image. Over the years, he has also made numerous appearances on popular television shows such as Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week, and The Comedy Store. His extensive background in comedy has earned him multiple accolades, including the Time Out Comedy Award and a win at the Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival.
What to Expect from the Tour
During the tour, Parsons will continue to explore the absurdities of modern life. He has a knack for weaving topical issues into his performances, often poking fun at high-profile figures. In this show, he humorously suggests that Elon Musk should head to Mars and take a few notable personalities with him, including Jeff Bezos and Donald Trump.
His comedy specials, such as Bafflingly Optimistic and Britain's Got Idiots, have showcased his ability to engage and entertain. Critics have praised Parsons for his skillful delivery and insightful commentary. The Independent describes his stand-up as “terrific,” while The Mirror exclaims, “Hysterical. Andy Parsons is on fire.”
Tour Schedule
The extended tour schedule includes a variety of venues across the UK:
2026:
Thursday 29 January Aldershot, West End Centre
Thursday 5 February Newcastle, The Stand
Friday 13 February Aylesbury, Waterside Theatre
Friday 27 February Monmouth, Savoy
Saturday 28 February Hertford, BEAM
Sunday 7 March Gloucester, Guildhall
Friday 13 March London, Leicester Square Theatre
Friday 20 March Loughborough, Town Hall
Saturday 21 March Lichfield, Garrick Theatre
Thursday 26 March Shrewsbury, Theatre Severn
Wednesday 15 April East Grinstead, Chequer Mead
Friday 24 April Taunton, Brewhouse
Saturday 25 April Lyme Regis, Marine Theatre
Thursday 30 April Burton On Trent, Brewhouse
Friday 1 May Melton Mowbray, Melton Theatre
Thursday 7 May Swansea, Taliesin
Friday 8 May Hereford, Courtyard
Saturday 9 May Basingstoke, The Haymarket
Friday 15 May St Helens, The Citadel Theatre
Saturday 16 May Bradford, Alhambra Studio
Thursday 21 May Altrincham, Garrick
Friday 22 May Pocklington, Arts Centre
Sunday 7 June Wimborne, Tivoli
New dates:
Thursday 17 September Folkestone, Quarterhouse
Friday 18 September Cambridge, Junction
Saturday 19 September Lincoln, New Theatre Royal
Thursday 24 September Milton Keynes, Stables
Friday 25 September Barnstaple, Queen’s Theatre
Saturday 26 September Plymouth, Quad Theatre
Thursday 1 October Melksham, Assembly Hall
Friday 2 October Chipping Norton Theatre
Saturday 3 October Abergavenny, Borough Theatre
Wednesday 7 October Nottingham, Arts Theatre
Thursday 8 October Bishop’s Stortford, South Mill Arts
Saturday 10 October Tenbury Wells, The Regal
Wednesday 14 October Carlisle, Old Fire Station
Thursday 15 October Darwen, Library Theatre
Thursday 5 November Northampton, Royal
Friday 6 November Farnham, Maltings
Saturday 7 November Frome, Merlin
Wednesday 11 November Darlington, Majestic
Thursday 12 November Scarborough, Stephen Joseph Theatre
Saturday 14 November Winchester, Theatre Royal
Thursday 19 November Exeter, Barnfield
Friday 20 November Ivybridge, Watermark
Friday 27 November Settle, Victoria Hall
Saturday 28 November Whitehaven, Rosehill (matinee)
Saturday 28 November Whitehaven, Rosehill (evening)
Friday 4 December Twickenham, Exchange
Saturday 5 December Leicester, Y Theatre
