Comedians Paul Merton and Suki Webster bringing improv show to Dorset
The Lighthouse has announced the hilarious Paul Merton and Suki Webster will perform at the Poole theatre on Friday, October 17.
Fresh from successful runs in London and Edinburgh, the duo promises an evening of spontaneous comedy, featuring improvised games, scenes and stories.
They will be joined by Mike McShane, another respected figure in the comedy world, and other guest performers.
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Merton, a regular on BBC Radio 4's Just A Minute, has appeared on popular TV shows like Have I Got News For You, Room 101 and Paul Merton's Adventures.
Webster, a founding member of Paul Merton's Impro Chums, has toured worldwide and appeared in a West End run of One Word Improv with Eddie Izzard.
For more information and to book tickets, visit the Lighthouse website.
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