Description

  • Comedy
  • Tickets from £18.70 - £24.20
  • Central London
  • Over 18
  • Sun, 14th Dec 2025 @ 16:15 - 17:30
  • 16:15 - 17:30


    

Have you ever wondered why the song "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" promises "scary ghost stories and tales of the glories of Christmases long, long ago"? This December 14th,The Big Smoke Variety Show podcast brings the ghostly Dickensian tradition back to life - for one night only!

Prepare for an evening of spooky tales, riotous comedy, seasonal music and festive mischief! You'll also enjoy live versions of your favourite variety segments, including Sean Clark the Mudlark's Latest Find, Dr. Quack and his hysterically historical medical treatments, and a round of Yuletide Trivia. All that and more surprises, including music from the Lewisham Creative Chorus!

Join us at The Phoenix Arts Club, Soho's most iconic cabaret venue, at a verycivilised 4:15pm! 

It's the perfect excuse to get the early train, shop Oxford Street before the crowds, then settle in for a fantastically festive show - and still be home in time for a mulled wine before bed!

What is The Big Smoke Variety Show podcast, you ask? Imagine a TED Talk hopped on the tube, and ended up in a Soho comedy club! Hosted by Canadian theatre director and broadcaster Kevin Bennett, this is a cultural salon and evening of fun like no other.

Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the show, this Live Christmas Special promises laughter, surprises, and plenty of festive charm.

Offers

Promotions

Tickets/Times

Ticket Event time Cost
Premium Seating 16:15 - 17:30 £24.20
Standard Seating 16:15 - 17:30 £20.90
Restricted View Seating 16:15 - 17:30 £18.70

Location

Address

1, Phoenix Street, WC2H 8BU

Area

Central London

Nearest Station

Tottenham Court Road (Tube)

Organiser

Phoenix Arts Club

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6. Every effort to admit latecomers will be made at a suitable break in the event, but admission cannot always be guaranteed.
7. We regret that tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase.
8. Tickets are sold subject to the venue or promoter's right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its control without being obliged to refund monies or exchange tickets.
9. If this ticket is re-sold or transferred for profit or commercial gain by anyone other than the promoter, venue management, DesignMyNight or one of their authorised sub-agents, it will become voidable and the holder may be
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12. The event listed on the purchased ticket is strictly for ticket holders who are over 18 years of age. Identification may be required.

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  • Written by Drew

    Rating: 5

    VERIFIED

    Visited 2 weeks ago
    Amazing show. Lou was excellent and the cast did a great job. I recommend this to anyone who hasn’t seen improv comedy before. You will laugh!!!
  • Written by Tamara

    Rating: 3

    VERIFIED

    Visited 4 months ago
    The show started 50 minutes later than scheduled and the venue was dated and tacky. The tables were dirty, sticky, mine had few hairs stuck to it. The bathrooms were dirty. Can't say much about the drink selection because they didn't have a selection, and the cocktails were abominable. The show itself was good, (not extraordinary) with a few numbers standing out - the woman on the ropes and the spitting fire guy.
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