Nigel Planer: Young Once

Name: Nigel Planer: Young Once
Start: 2026-05-27
Location: The Albany Theatre, Coventry, Albany Rd

May

Date

27 May (Wednesday)

Time

Wed, 19:30

Venue

The Albany Theatre, Coventry, Albany Rd

Coventry, United Kingdom

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Nigel Planer will be performing his live show, Young Once, at The Albany Theatre in Coventry on Wednesday 27 May 2026 at 7:30pm.

Based on his memoir, the show features the comedy icon—best known as Neil the hippy from The Young Ones—reflecting on his journey through the 1980s alternative comedy boom and his varied career in television, theatre, and writing.

The Albany Theatre is located near Coventry City Centre, sharing an entrance with the Premier Inn on Butts Road (B4101). For those driving, the BBC Shows and Tours guide recommends exiting the ring road at Junction 7.

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Venue Information

•Nigel Planer will be performing his live show,

•The Albany Theatre

•Event Name: Nigel Planer: Young Once

•Date & Time: Wednesday 27 May 2026, 7:30pm (Doors open earlier).

•Venue: The Albany Theatre, Albany Road, Coventry, CV5 6JQ.

•Type: Comedy / Performance / Q&A.

•Description: A "part performance, part confession" evening featuring a mix of storytelling, poetry, and music. Planer shares behind-the-scenes anecdotes, including stories about friendships, rivalries, and his time on The Young Ones.

•Cost/Tickets: £20.50 (includes a £2 venue levy). Tickets can be booked through the Albany Theatre Box Office or via Ticketline.

•Albany Theatre Box Office

Updated at 19 Mar 2026