Justin has come along way since winning the 'City Life Comedian of the Year' in 2000, having starred in Ken Loach'sfilm 'Looking for Eric', hosted his own daily afternoon radio show on Sony Award winning Key 103, starred as Young Kenny in the hugely successful, award-winning 'Phoenix Nights' and he recently performed on Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow.

Don't miss this stand-up romp from one of Britain's best comedians. Watching Justin live is a joy to behold, his comedy only coming second to his modesty. Justin didn't write this. He got someone else to do it, but he agrees.

Suitable for 16+

'A comedic tour de force. Excruciatingly funny' – Herald
'Moorhouse charms the pants off the crowd' – Sunday Times
'Quirky and imaginative stories... A brilliant entertainer' – The Stage
'Easily my favourite comedian' – Jimmy Carr

Fri 23rd Sep 2011, 8.30pm, £15.00

Bringing you the very best in live comedy from around the country, The MET Studio has line ups to rival the biggest comedy clubs in the UK.

Offering a combination of big names such as Greg Davies, Jon Richardson and up and coming stars such as Patrick Monahan and Paul Chowdhry. The MET Studio has become a regular stop off for those travelling to and from the Edinburgh fringe or preparing for their slot on Russell Howard's Good News Show.

At each event Audiences will be greeted by an expert compare that will introduce two fantastic comedians whose only aim is to ensure that laughter can be heard on the streets of Stafford.

The line up for each performance will be announced the week of the show. Audiences will receive an email, the line up will be placed on the website and can be obtained by calling the Box Office. With ticket prices starting from £10 people are being encouraged to purchase there tickets early to avoid disappointment.

Sat 8 Oct 2011, 8.00pm, £10.00

Jim is fat, fifty-eight and fed up with everything. Noisy neighbours, speeding cars, kids hanging about on the street corners… you name it, he'll moan about it; it's the one thing he's good at. He makes Victor Meldrew look like an amateur. And doesn't his wife Lucy know it? Stuck at home with him rabbiting on every day since his early retirement, and nowhere to escape to… she's housebound. And every day is starting to blend into every other… until one Halloween, when a rash act changes everything. Maybe this time Lucy sees an opportunity to change things for good… Maybe this time Jim really does have something to be fed up about… And maybe the moaning coming from the cellar has nothing to do with the rising damp… A comedy for anyone who ever felt frustrated but didn't know what to do once they were.  From the writer of Hull Truck hits, My Favourite Summer ("Blissfully funny" – Daily Telegraph) and Me & Me Dad ("Beautiful and tenderly written" – Yorkshire Post)

Mon 10 Oct 2011, 7.30pm, £11.00, (£9.00 con)

Craig's unique ability to find humour in the mundane, coupled with his own natural eccentricity makes for truly inventive storytelling. An internationally acclaimed act, Craig's whimsical travel anecdotes never fail to surprise.

In 2010 Craig supported Frankie Boyle on his massive 120 date National tour, playing to over 300,000 people as well as performing on Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow and Russell Howard's Good News.

'Bringing a tale to life like a young Billy Connolly' – Edinburgh Evening News
'Craig is simply a very, very funny man' – Chortle

Fri 14 Oct 2011, 8.00pm, £12.00

We have all been at a show that goes wrong.  Actors can forget their lines, technicians can miss cues, or a lion can get in the room and go mental.  But there has never been, until now, a back–up show waiting in the wings, ready to leap in and save the day (and kill the lion).  Step forward Ray Peacock & Ed Gamble (Russell Howard's Good News, Peacock & Gamble Podcast) with their ramshackle, seat-of-the-pants, emergency comedy night. 

Chortle Award Nominees 2011 
'Unfettered roars of laughter' – The Guardian

Sat 22 Oct, 8.00pm, £10.00

Dave Cookson was a nobody. Tormented by schoolyard bullies, un-noticed by the girl he loves, ridiculed and laughed at by everyone else. His only escape was the homemade gym in his dad's garage where he could try to get the physique of his bodybuilding idol Arnold Schwarzenegger. Trouble was, although he's got the weights and the gear, his muscle fantasy is just a weedy dream. Unable to do anything about it he's struggling to lift his spirits let alone a dumbbell. But then Dave's life is changed forever. Now he's 17 stone of rippling muscle, ready to take control of his destiny and shift the power in his favour to get revenge. But it's not only Dave's body that's changed; so has his mind and he's struggling to control both.

"Beef" by John Godber is directed by Nick lane, performed by Matthew Booth and presented by Rich Seam Theatre co. What the critics said about "BEEF" "Matthew Booth superbly portrays the multifaceted personality of Dave and manages to take the audience on the rollercoaster journey of Dave's conflicting emotions" – Preston Evening Post. "Under Nick Lane's direction, performer Matthew Booth invests the character of Dave with great credibility, bringing out the humour and ultimately the pathos in Godber's introspective play" – Western Morning News. "Beef has the humour, sharp observation and authentic dialogue generally associated with John Godber" – thisisnottingham.co.uk "Matthew Booth played this one man show with seemingly boundless talent and energy…his performance was dynamic and faultless" The Northrn Echo.

Sat 29 Oct 2011, 7.30pm, £12.00, (£10.00 con)

Four men in black invite you for a night on the town... ...it's Friday night and the party's about to begin. Time for dancing, drinking and the search for true love. The club's hot but out in the cold the Bouncers are ready.  Meet Ralph, Judd, Les and Lucky Eric. With one eye on the trouble and the other on the girls, they'll take you on a screamingly funny ride through one of those nights that everyone's had - but most would like to forget. Voted one of the greatest plays of the 20th century in a National Theatre poll, Bouncers was nominated for Comedy of the Year in 1985 and won seven Los Angeles Critics Circles Awards and five awards in Chicago in 1987.

'You'd better hurry or you're not getting in' – The Guardian
'You'll be rolling in your seats and bursting at the seams' – Daily Mirror

First night offer: Buy 3 tickets for the price of 2 for the first night!

Thu 3 Nov 2011, 7.30pm, £8.50 (£7.00 Con)

Four men in black invite you for a night on the town... ...it's Friday night and the party's about to begin. Time for dancing, drinking and the search for true love. The club's hot but out in the cold the Bouncers are ready.  Meet Ralph, Judd, Les and Lucky Eric. With one eye on the trouble and the other on the girls, they'll take you on a screamingly funny ride through one of those nights that everyone's had - but most would like to forget. Voted one of the greatest plays of the 20th century in a National Theatre poll, Bouncers was nominated for Comedy of the Year in 1985 and won seven Los Angeles Critics Circles Awards and five awards in Chicago in 1987.

'You'd better hurry or you're not getting in' – The Guardian
'You'll be rolling in your seats and bursting at the seams' – Daily Mirror

First night offer: Buy 3 tickets for the price of 2 for the first night!

Fri 4 Nov 2011, 7.30pm, £8.50 (£7.00 Con)

Four men in black invite you for a night on the town... ...it's Friday night and the party's about to begin. Time for dancing, drinking and the search for true love. The club's hot but out in the cold the Bouncers are ready.  Meet Ralph, Judd, Les and Lucky Eric. With one eye on the trouble and the other on the girls, they'll take you on a screamingly funny ride through one of those nights that everyone's had - but most would like to forget. Voted one of the greatest plays of the 20th century in a National Theatre poll, Bouncers was nominated for Comedy of the Year in 1985 and won seven Los Angeles Critics Circles Awards and five awards in Chicago in 1987.

'You'd better hurry or you're not getting in' – The Guardian
'You'll be rolling in your seats and bursting at the seams' – Daily Mirror

First night offer: Buy 3 tickets for the price of 2 for the first night!

Sat 5 Nov 2011, 7.30pm, £8.50 (£7.00 Con)

Following a 5-Star winning run at Edinburgh and sell-out performances in London, Olivier award nominee and RSC actor Gerard Logan now brings his astonishing, internationally-acclaimed performance of Shakespeare's brilliant, brutal narrative poem, giving an account of the terrible crime of rape and its dreadful consequences, to the Gatehouse.  Shakespeare goes beyond the obvious, following the ramifications of the crime wherever they take him, shining a light on a band of behaviour encompassing the bestial and the beautiful. A single actor, a bare stage – rapist and victim springing to searing life.

'Sensational!' – Sir Trevor Nunn 'Powerful and horrifying... beautifully and excellently delivered by a master of his craft' – Fringe Review (Brighton 2009) Thu 10 Nov 2011, 7.30pm, £12.00, (£10.00 con)

That skinny mind-reader who can't read minds has won awards, been on TV, got a load of 5 star reviews and sold out shows around the world and his somehow still getting away with it. Using a mongrel mix of techniques including magic, psychology and lying, Chris Cox will amaze and astound as he does things no human should be able to do, controls coincidence, amazes and astounds. Please bring your mind for reading purposes.

'Brilliant, he'll blow your mind' – Ricky Gervais
'Does tricks that would make Jesus proud, lovably geeky & deceptively talented' – Time Out
'Stunning... has other magicians scratching their heads' – The Times
'One of the most exciting entertainers in Britain' – Guardain
'Slicker than a baby seal on a waterslide… seriously impressive' – Scotsman

Fri 11 Nov, 8.00pm, £12.00 (£10.00 con)

Join Jack as he travels across the ancient landscape of England on a quest to rid the country of giants. But what about the giants? What's their take on the proceedings?  The Chalk Giants creates a world of magic and mystery with chalk drawings, light, shadow and puppetry with original music.

A captivating new puppetry co-production by Norwich Puppet Theatre and Indefinite Articles, inspired by the landscape around us and based on two old English folk-tales: Jack and the Beanstalk and Jack the Giant Slayer.

'The Chalk Giants is a terrific, exciting and alternative twist of a show' – The Glasgow Herald

Running Time 60 minutes. Most suitable for ages 5+

Sat 12 Nov 2011, 12.30pm, £10.00 (£8.00 con), £32.00 Family Ticket. Family ticket only available through the Box Office 01785 254653

Join Jack as he travels across the ancient landscape of England on a quest to rid the country of giants. But what about the giants? What's their take on the proceedings?  The Chalk Giants creates a world of magic and mystery with chalk drawings, light, shadow and puppetry with original music.

A captivating new puppetry co-production by Norwich Puppet Theatre and Indefinite Articles, inspired by the landscape around us and based on two old English folk-tales: Jack and the Beanstalk and Jack the Giant Slayer.

'The Chalk Giants is a terrific, exciting and alternative twist of a show' – The Glasgow Herald

Running Time 60 minutes. Most suitable for ages 5+

Sat 12 Nov 2011, 3.30pm, £10.00 (£8.00 con), £32.00 Family Ticket. Family ticket only available through the Box Office 01785 254653

From BBC Radio 4's Sony nominated "Now Show", BBC1's "One Show" and "Watchdog" multi-award winner Mitch Benn and his band take to the road in a two-hour show packed with new songs and old favourites.  Described by The Times as "the country's leading musical satirist", for music and comedy fans of all ages this is an evening not to be missed.

"There's probably no one better at capturing the essence of a song or style and twisting it into a spoof" – Chortle
 "Essential viewing" – Time Out
 "A rare and refreshing pleasure to be forced to take funny music seriously" – Croydon Guardian
 "Song after song of exquisitely crafted satire" – The Scotsman

Fri 18 Nov 2011, 7.30pm, £13.50, (£12.00 con)

Bringing you the very best in live comedy from around the country, The MET Studio has line ups to rival the biggest comedy clubs in the UK.

Offering a combination of big names such as Greg Davies, Jon Richardson and up and coming stars such as Patrick Monahan and Paul Chowdhry. The MET Studio has become a regular stop off for those travelling to and from the Edinburgh fringe or preparing for their slot on Russell Howard's Good News Show.

At each event Audiences will be greeted by an expert compare that will introduce two fantastic comedians whose only aim is to ensure that laughter can be heard on the streets of Stafford.

The line up for each performance will be announced the week of the show. Audiences will receive an email, the line up will be placed on the website and can be obtained by calling the Box Office. With ticket prices starting from £10 people are being encouraged to purchase there tickets early to avoid disappointment.

Sat 19 Nov 2011, 8.00pm, £10.00

A show about achieving things. If  I can be bothered to write it. We Are Klang man and Russell Howard's tour support; Adecco Alfred Marks, Borehamwood Branch, June 1997 'Temp of the Month' Nominee. 

'The most intelligent stand-up you've never heard of' – GQ
'His phrasing is joyous and choice of words close to poetic' – Metro
'Wonderfully misanthropic" (Sunday Times) "Deadpan brilliance' – Time Out
'A lovely, friendly, thoroughly entertaining show' – Chortle

Sat 17 Dec, 8.00pm, £12.00

As told by Jacob Marley (deceased)

Adapted and performed by James Hyland

From celebrated production company, Brother Wolf, and five-time award-winning actor/writer, James Hyland, comes a unique one-man show: A Christmas Carol – As told by Jacob Marley (deceased). Told from the perspective of Scrooge's deceased business partner, this critically acclaimed theatrical adaptation promises thrills, chills and excitement aplenty for all age groups. Jacob Marley is dead and condemned to an eternity of carrying a heavy chain, forged in life; a life to which he can no longer return except to recount the tale of his miserly business partner, Ebenezer Scrooge, and the path that lead to his redemption. Through Marley's words, we learn how three magical spirits opened Scrooge's eyes and made him realise the true value of love and forgiveness.

Parental discretion advised for children under seven.

Fri 23 Dec 2011, 2.00pm, £12.00 Adult, (£10.00 con), Family tickets are also available for £40.00 by calling Box Office on 01785 265653.

As told by Jacob Marley (deceased)

Adapted and performed by James Hyland

From celebrated production company, Brother Wolf, and five-time award-winning actor/writer, James Hyland, comes a unique one-man show: A Christmas Carol – As told by Jacob Marley (deceased). Told from the perspective of Scrooge's deceased business partner, this critically acclaimed theatrical adaptation promises thrills, chills and excitement aplenty for all age groups. Jacob Marley is dead and condemned to an eternity of carrying a heavy chain, forged in life; a life to which he can no longer return except to recount the tale of his miserly business partner, Ebenezer Scrooge, and the path that lead to his redemption. Through Marley's words, we learn how three magical spirits opened Scrooge's eyes and made him realise the true value of love and forgiveness.

Parental discretion advised for children under seven.

Fri 23 Dec 2011, 7.30pm, £12.00 Adult, (£10.00 con), Family tickets are also available for £40.00 by calling Box Office on 01785 265653.

As told by Jacob Marley (deceased)

Adapted and performed by James Hyland

From celebrated production company, Brother Wolf, and five-time award-winning actor/writer, James Hyland, comes a unique one-man show: A Christmas Carol – As told by Jacob Marley (deceased). Told from the perspective of Scrooge's deceased business partner, this critically acclaimed theatrical adaptation promises thrills, chills and excitement aplenty for all age groups. Jacob Marley is dead and condemned to an eternity of carrying a heavy chain, forged in life; a life to which he can no longer return except to recount the tale of his miserly business partner, Ebenezer Scrooge, and the path that lead to his redemption. Through Marley's words, we learn how three magical spirits opened Scrooge's eyes and made him realise the true value of love and forgiveness.

Parental discretion advised for children under seven.

Sat 24 Dec 2011, 2.00pm, £12.00 Adult, (£10.00 con), Family tickets are also available for £40.00 by calling Box Office on 01785 265653.

Bringing you the very best in live comedy from around the country, The MET Studio has line ups to rival the biggest comedy clubs in the UK.

Offering a combination of big names such as Greg Davies, Jon Richardson and up and coming stars such as Patrick Monahan and Paul Chowdhry. The MET Studio has become a regular stop off for those travelling to and from the Edinburgh fringe or preparing for their slot on Russell Howard's Good News Show.

At each event Audiences will be greeted by an expert compare that will introduce two fantastic comedians whose only aim is to ensure that laughter can be heard on the streets of Stafford.

The line up for each performance will be announced the week of the show. Audiences will receive an email, the line up will be placed on the website and can be obtained by calling the Box Office. With ticket prices starting from £10 people are being encouraged to purchase there tickets early to avoid disappointment.

Fri 30 Dec 2011, 8.00pm, £10.00

Bringing you the very best in live comedy from around the country, The MET Studio has line ups to rival the biggest comedy clubs in the UK.

Offering a combination of big names such as Greg Davies, Jon Richardson and up and coming stars such as Patrick Monahan and Paul Chowdhry. The MET Studio has become a regular stop off for those travelling to and from the Edinburgh fringe or preparing for their slot on Russell Howard's Good News Show.

At each event Audiences will be greeted by an expert compare that will introduce two fantastic comedians whose only aim is to ensure that laughter can be heard on the streets of Stafford.

The line up for each performance will be announced the week of the show. Audiences will receive an email, the line up will be placed on the website and can be obtained by calling the Box Office. With ticket prices starting from £10 people are being encouraged to purchase there tickets early to avoid disappointment.

Sat 7 Jan 2012, 8.00pm, £10.00

Does anybody love anybody anyway?  So asked insane Welsh poet philosopher Howard Jones in 1983.  Finally someone dares to answer. Having sorted out religion (Christ on a Bike), politics (Hitler Moustache) and penises (Talking Cock), the star of the award winning podcast "As It Occurs To Me" and Radio 4's "Richard Herring's Objective" seeks to define and destroy love. Before love destroys him. Again. Does Richard's dry-cleaner genuinely love him? How could a romantic gesture involving Ferrero Rochers get dangerously out of control? Herring's twentieth Fringe.

'Stimulating and exhilarating… utterly hilarious' – Chortle

Sat 21 Jan 2012, 8.00pm, £15.00