British-Irish comedian Jimmy Carr has announced two South African dates for his 'Laughs Funny' tour. The tour will stop at the Sunbet Arena at Time Square in Pretoria on 13 March 2027 and the Grand Arena at GrandWest in Cape Town on 14 March 2027. This will be Carr's return to South Africa after his previous tour, 'Terribly Funny', sold over 1.2 million tickets across multiple countries.
Jimmy Carr is known for his rapid-fire, deadpan one-liners and dark humor. His new show promises a night of banter, with a warning that only the brave should sit in the front row. The comedian's style has attracted a large following, with over 18 million followers across social platforms. His YouTube channel has 1.8 million subscribers and over a billion views, making him the most followed UK stand-up on the site.
The 'Laughs Funny' tour marks Carr's first time touring arenas in the UK and Ireland, with dates on sale through December 2026. His previous tour, 'Terribly Funny', was a huge success, selling over 1.2 million tickets worldwide. Carr has built a career on his unique brand of comedy, which has earned him a massive following globally.
Apart from stand-up comedy, Jimmy Carr is also known for his work on TV shows. He has hosted Channel 4's '8 Out of 10 Cats', '8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown', and 'The Big Fat Quiz of the Year'. He also fronts the UK edition of Amazon's 'Last One Laughing' and hosts 'Am I The A**hole' for Comedy Central.
Carr has also ventured into film, co-writing, executive producing, and acting in the period-drama spoof 'Fackham Hall', released in the UK and US in December 2025. His online presence is significant, with a large following on social media platforms. He released a 60-minute YouTube Original, 'Road Kill', in December 2025, featuring his favorite heckler exchanges from the previous year's tour.
In North America, Jimmy Carr became the first UK comedian to sign a stand-up deal with Netflix in 2015. He has released four specials on the platform: 'Funny Business' (2016), 'Best of Ultimate Gold Greatest Hits' (2017), 'His Dark Material' (2021), and 'Natural Born Killer' (2023). His comedy specials have been well-received globally.
Presale for Jimmy Carr's 'Laughs Funny' tour opens on 30 September, with general sales starting on 2 October. Fans can purchase tickets at www.bigconcerts.co.za. The tour is expected to be a major event, given Carr's popularity and the success of his previous tours.
Key points
- Jimmy Carr to perform in Pretoria and Cape Town in March 2027
- The 'Laughs Funny' tour marks Carr's first time touring arenas in the UK and Ireland
- Jimmy Carr has over 18 million followers across social platforms
