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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

January 4, 2025
The Basement Comedy Club, City Screen Cinema, York
Standup Comedy Night
January 18, 2025
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club at The Barbican, York
Standup Comedy Night
February 14, 2025
Off the Rails Comedy Club, Royal George, Saddleworth
Standup Comedy Night
March 18, 2025
The Stand, Newcastle
Standup Comedy Night with Dave Johns & Friends
May 2, 2025
The Stand, Edinburgh
Friday/Saturday Show, 2nd/3rd May 2025
July 4, 2025
The Stand, Newcastle
Friday/Saturday Show, 4th/5th July 2025
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About Dave Johns

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Latest News

January 12, 2025
The Dumping Ground

Dave is delighted to announce that he is joining the award-winning BBC Childrens' T.V. Series, The Dumping Ground, for Season 13, as Bernie the Gardener. The series will begin broadcasting […]

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December 14, 2024
British Short Film Awards 2024

Dave is pleased to announce he has been nominated for Best Actor in a leading role at the 2024 British Short Film Awards. Winners will be announced at the awards […]

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August 28, 2024
Dave's stage play hits the U.S.A.

Fountain Theatre presents the U.S. premiere of the powerful, timely ‘I, Daniel Blake’ LOS ANGELES (August 27, 2024) — The Fountain Theatre presents the U.S. premiere of I, Daniel Blake, […]

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July 30, 2024
The Dumping Ground

Dave is very pleased to announce that he will be joining the cast of CBBC's The Dumping Ground, as a series regular, playing the role of gardener and handyman Bernie.

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