Touring
'Phantoms of the Popera' starring G4
Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone
8 March 2027 to 29 March 2027 (selected dates)
5 November 2026 to 6 August 2027 (selected dates)
About the show
Paul Smith: Happy brings crowd work and observational comedy to UK venues in a two-hour stand-up show. Aged 16+ guidance. Explore booking details.
Paul Smith - Happy tickets and regional UK dates
Paul Smith: Happy is a stand-up tour visiting multiple UK venues. Built around crowd work, observational comedy and true stories from everyday life, the show runs at approximately two hours and carries a 16-plus age guidance at parental discretion.
What the show is
Happy is a stand-up comedy show performed by Paul Smith. His approach centres on crowd work, drawing audience members directly into the performance, alongside observational material rooted in true stories from ordinary life. The sources describe the show as a brand-new tour following sold-out runs and viral success.
Audience considerations
All advertised venues list age guidance of 16 and over at parental discretion. This is an advisory rather than a mandatory admission restriction, but it is worth bearing in mind for younger teenagers. Audience interaction is central to the format, so those who prefer wholly passive attendance should bear that in mind. The running time is listed as two hours across all venues.
Dates, venues and booking links
These are the dates listed by ATG as checked on 21 September 2026. A date range may contain selected performances, rather than a show every day. Open your chosen venue link for exact times, seats and current prices.
| Venue | Town or city | Dates | Booking status | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Playhouse | Edinburgh | Thu 5 Nov 2026 - Fri 6 Nov 2026 | On sale | Book tickets |
| Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent | Stoke-on-Trent | Wed 11 Nov 2026 | On sale | Book tickets |
| Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone | Folkestone | Thu 25 Feb 2027 | On sale | Book tickets |
| Aylesbury Waterside Theatre | Aylesbury | Wed 10 Mar 2027 - Thu 11 Mar 2027 | On sale | Book tickets |
| New Theatre Oxford | Oxford | Thu 1 Jul 2027 - Fri 2 Jul 2027 | On sale | Book tickets |
| Stockton Globe | Stockton-on-Tees | Fri 9 Jul 2027 - Sat 10 Jul 2027 | On sale | Book tickets |
| Swansea Building Society Arena | Swansea | Fri 6 Aug 2027 | On sale | Book tickets |
Choosing your tickets
Start with the venue and date that suit your trip, then compare the seats offered by ATG. Check the final total, any restricted-view information and the ticket conditions before paying. Availability and prices can change; the listed run dates do not guarantee seats for every performance.
Plan your theatre visit
Our venue guides cover getting there, seating and access information: Edinburgh Playhouse, Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent, Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, New Theatre Oxford, Stockton Globe, Swansea Building Society Arena. If you need accessible seating or an assisted performance, check the arrangements for that venue and date with ATG before booking.
Tickets are sold by ATG Tickets, which handles checkout and booking support. British Theatre may earn a commission from the affiliate links on this page.
Frequently asked questions
Is Paul Smith: Happy a new show?
Yes. The sources describe Happy as a brand-new tour.
How long does the show run and is there an age restriction?
The listed running time is two hours. Age guidance is 16 and over at parental discretion. This is a recommendation rather than a mandatory admission rule, so check with your specific venue if you are unsure.
Should I expect to be drawn into the show by the comedian?
Audience interaction and crowd work are described as core elements of Happy, so there is a genuine possibility of being included in the performance.
Where can I book Paul Smith - Happy tickets?
Choose a venue from the dates table and follow its ATG Tickets link. You can then check performance times, available seats and the total price before paying.
Which regional venues are listed for Paul Smith - Happy?
Edinburgh Playhouse: Thu 5 Nov 2026 - Fri 6 Nov 2026; Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent: Wed 11 Nov 2026; Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone: Thu 25 Feb 2027; Aylesbury Waterside Theatre: Wed 10 Mar 2027 - Thu 11 Mar 2027; New Theatre Oxford: Thu 1 Jul 2027 - Fri 2 Jul 2027; Stockton Globe: Fri 9 Jul 2027 - Sat 10 Jul 2027; Swansea Building Society Arena: Fri 6 Aug 2027.
Who handles my booking?
ATG Tickets sells the tickets and handles checkout, ticket delivery and booking support. British Theatre may earn a commission from these links.
Venue
Edinburgh Playhouse
18-22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh EH1 3AA
Train
Edinburgh Waverley is the nearest station, around a 10 minute walk from the theatre.
Bus
Lothian Buses services 1, 4, 16, 19, 25 and 34 stop on Leith Street, and services 10 and 11 stop at York Place. The nearest tram stop is Picardy Place. Full timetables are on the Lothian Buses website.
Parking
Q-Park at the OMNI Centre on Greenside Row is roughly two minutes away and offers 15% off pre-booked parking through ATG's booking link; it has 9 disabled parking spaces and a lift to street level. The St James Quarter car park, also around two minutes away, has a fixed £8 rate for theatregoers, with 70 disabled parking spaces and lifts to street level; scan your parking ticket at the kiosk in the theatre foyer. There is a drop off point outside the Omni Centre, followed by a walk of about 50 metres, and taxis pull up outside the Omni Centre on Greenside Row, EH1 3AU. The theatre encourages public transport or cycling where possible.
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