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DAVE JOHNS

comic actor writer
Dave is one of the most respected and best loved stand up comics working on the British comedy circuit
In a career spanning 4 decades. He has consistently produced work that is both exciting and challenging. A multi-award winning film actor, accomplished stage actor and skilled improvisor who has appeared on London's West End stage and is best known for his breakthrough role in Ken Loach's critically acclaimed film 'I, Daniel Blake' which won the coveted Palme D'Or Award at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival. And the 2017 BAFTA for Best British Film.

Dave has also written for the stage and has two published plays, winning the North East Culture Awards 'Writer of the Year' in 2023.
" Dave Johns' performance of ingrained decency and riveting restraint is masterful "
Rolling Stone magazine
" Johns in a Oscar winning performance "
Indi Film
" Unbeatable stand up from a master of the form "
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Upcoming shows

June 26, 2026
The Stand, Glasgow
Standup
June 27, 2026
The Stand, Glasgow
Standup
October 9, 2026
The Stand, Edinburgh
Standup
October 10, 2026
The Stand, Edinburgh
Standup
June 14, 2026
Tyneside Cinema, Newcastle upon Tyne
Desert Island Flicks with Christopher Eccleston

About Dave Johns

Fishermans Friends 2Dave Johns on stageComedian Dave JohnsDave Johns holding BAFTA award for 'I Daniel Blake'Comedian Dave Johns performing at Glee ClubDave Johns with cast of Fisherman's Friends

Latest News

May 13, 2026
Desert Island Flicks

I am pleased to announce that the next guest for my very popular Desert Island Flicks show is the amazing Christopher Eccleston. We asked Christopher to pick eight of his […]

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May 2, 2026
The Old Oak - Stage Play

Last week at the Tyneside Cinema, nine actors attended the first table reading of a new stage play. An adaptation of Ken Loach’s last film released in 2023 - THE OLD […]

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February 7, 2026
Breaking News

I am so excited to announce that I have been commissioned by OPERA NORTH  to write the libretto for a new comic opera with my writing partner Tony Gannie. We […]

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January 14, 2026
Shuggy Boats - A New Play by Jacquie Lawrence

I'm very pleased to announce I will be appearing on stage at the fabulous Live Theatre in Newcastle from the 6th to the 21st of March 2026 with a great […]

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