BUY TICKETS: Phoenix Nights cast reunite for 25th anniversary celebration at Sheffield City Hall
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South Yorkshire's own Toby Foster will join other Phoenix Nights co-stars for a night of comedy celebrating the classic TV show's 25th anniversary.
How Far Away Are They? brings Phoenix Nights stars closer than ever in an intimate live show at Sheffield City Hall on Saturday, August 1, at 8pm - get tickets here.
Expect plenty of "Garlic bread!" and "Come and get your black bin bags" moments and stories from behind the bar of Britain's most gloriously chaotic working men's club.
The panel brings together five familiar faces from Peter Kay's much-loved comedy: Neil Fitzmaurice (Ray Von), Steve Edge (Alan), Janice Connolly (Holy Mary), Archie Kelly (Kenny Senior) – and beloved South Yorkshire funnyman Toby Foster, who played drummer Les.For local audiences.
Toby's appearance adds an extra reason to be there. As one of the region's best-known broadcasters, the BBC Radio Sheffield legend has remained a familiar voice, making this something of a homecoming for the local favourite.
Opening the evening is comedian Phil Walker, whose father, Catchphrase host Roy Walker, famously made a guest appearance at The Phoenix Club in the very first episode of Phoenix Nights, on January 14, 2001.
The evening promises stories from rehearsals and filming, behind-the-scenes mishaps, memories of the legendary nights at The Press Club, and what it was really like taking Phoenix Nights Live to the Manchester Arena.
Fans will also have the chance to put their own questions to the cast during a live Q&A. Whether you can quote every episode, still remember the club's unforgettable characters, or simply fancy a nostalgic night out packed with laughter, this promises to be a rare opportunity to hear directly from the people who helped create one of Britain's most enduring sitcoms.
Buy tickets for How Far Away Are They? An Evening with the Cast of Phoenix Nights at Sheffield City Hall here.
If you can't make the Sheffield show, the tour also visits the Edinburgh Fringe for nine performances from August 8-16, with other dates including Halifax Victoria Theatre, on October 2, Scarborough Spa Theatre, October 10 and next year at Leeds City Varieties Music Hall, January 28, 2027
TOUR DATES: HOW FAR AWAY ARE THEY?
2026
Sat, Aug 1: Sheffield City Hall, Barker's Pool, Sheffield.
Sat, Aug 8 - Sun, Aug 16 (daily), 2026: Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Just The Tonic's Atomic Room, Greyfriars Charteris Centre, Edinburgh,140 Pleasance, Edinburgh.
Sat, Oct 3: The Stockport Plaza,The Mersey Square, Stockport,.
Sat, Oct 10: Scarborough Spa, South Bay, Scarborough.
2027
Thu, Jan 28, 2027: City Varieties Music Hall, Swan Street, Leeds.
Sat, Jan 30, 2027: Middleton Arena, Lance Corporal Joel Halliwell VC Way, Middleton.