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 "
The List

Upcoming shows

July 4, 2025
The Stand, Newcastle
Friday/Saturday Show, 4th/5th July 2025
August 1, 2025
The Stand, Glasgow
Friday/Saturday Show, 1st/2nd August 2025

About Dave Johns

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Latest News

May 29, 2025
The Shawshank Redemption Theatre Tour 2025-2026

Dave Johns and Owen O'Neill's stage adaptation of the Stephen King short story "The Shawshank Redemption" starts a major theatre tour of the U.K. and Ireland. There are 35 dates […]

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May 29, 2025
SUMMER 2025 UPDATE

Dave has a varied and busy summer ahead. He is renewing his successful partnership with North East Theatre Director, Mark Calvert, after their runaway success with the stage adaptation of […]

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February 15, 2025
Sam Fender Video "Remember My Name"

I was so thrilled to have been involved in the new Sam Fender music short film, Sam's heartfelt tribute to his grandparents, with his new single "Remember My Name". Filmed […]

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January 12, 2025
The Dumping Ground

Dave is delighted to announce that he is rejoining the award-winning BBC Childrens' T.V. Series, The Dumping Ground, for Season 14, in the fun role of Bernie the Gardener.

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