James Acaster is a popular British comedian who has been touring with his latest stand-up show ‘Cold Lasagne Hate Myself 1999’. The show has received rave reviews and high demand for tickets. This has led some fans to wonder if the tour is sold out.
About James Acaster
James Acaster is a 37-year-old comedian from Kettering, England. He first rose to prominence in 2012 when he won the Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Newcomer for his show ‘Progasm’. Since then, he has released several successful stand-up shows including ‘Repertoire’ in 2018 which was released as a Netflix special.
Acaster is known for his clever, offbeat comedy style and energetic on-stage presence. His material often covers silly hypotheticals, everyday observations, and personal stories delivered in a high-energy manner. Beyond stand-up, he has appeared on panel shows like ‘Mock the Week’, ‘Hypothetical’, ‘8 Out of 10 Cats’ and more.
About the ‘Cold Lasagne Hate Myself 1999’ Tour
‘Cold Lasagne Hate Myself 1999’ is James Acaster’s fifth stand-up show. It premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August 2022 before embarking on a nationwide UK tour.
The show title refers to a turbulent year in Acaster’s life when he was aged 15 in 1999. In the show, he reflects on being a teenager in the late 90s/early 2000s and provides a comedic take on his memories and experiences.
The tour launched in Autumn 2022 and is booked to run through Spring 2023. It is playing at venues across the UK and Ireland including large theatres and concert halls in major cities.
Is the Tour Sold Out?
Due to the high demand, many of the dates on James Acaster’s ‘Cold Lasagne Hate Myself 1999’ tour are sold out. However, it is not completely sold out yet.
Here is an overview of ticket availability for the tour:
Remaining 2022 Dates
Most of the remaining dates in 2022 are sold out or have limited availability:
November 7 – Aberdeen, The Music Hall | Sold out |
November 8 – Aberdeen, The Music Hall | Sold out |
November 9 – Glasgow, OVO Hydro | Sold out |
November 12 – London, The O2 | Sold out |
November 25 – Bournemouth, Bournemouth International Centre | Limited availability |
November 26 – Bournemouth, Bournemouth International Centre | Limited availability |
December 17 – Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena | Sold out |
December 29 – London, Alexandra Palace | Sold out |
2023 Dates
For dates in 2023, there is still decent availability for most shows:
January 20 – Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena | Good availability |
January 21 – Sheffield, Utilita Arena | Good availability |
February 2 – Dublin, 3Arena | Good availability |
February 3 – Belfast, SSE Arena | Good availability |
February 4 – Belfast, SSE Arena | Selling fast |
February 23 – Newcastle, Utilita Arena | Good availability |
February 24 – Leeds, First Direct Arena | Good availability |
February 25 – Manchester, AO Arena | Selling fast |
March 9 – Brighton, Brighton Centre | Good availability |
March 10 – Brighton, Brighton Centre | Selling fast |
March 23 – Cardiff, Motorpoint Arena | Good availability |
March 24 – Birmingham, Utilita Arena | Good availability |
April 1 – London, The O2 | Selling fast |
Getting Remaining Tickets
While many dates are sold out, especially in 2022, there are still tickets available for much of the tour in 2023. Tickets can be purchased through authorized ticket agents online or at the box office.
Some strategies for getting tickets include:
– Check venue and ticket agent websites regularly for new seat releases or last minute returns. Matches and rescheduled events sometimes free up tickets.
– Sign up for pre-sale opportunities and fan clubs when available to get early access before general public on-sale dates.
– Look out for pre-sale code promotions that promoters release on social media and to email lists in the days leading up to the public on-sale.
– On the day tickets go on sale to the general public, hop online and act fast. Have accounts set up on ticket sites and be ready when the clock strikes the advertised on-sale time.
– Consider VIP or upgraded ticket options which are lower demand and often remain available after standard tickets sell out.
– Check secondary ticket resale sites leading up to the show as sellers may release last minute inventory though prices are inflated.
Demand Analysis
The high demand for James Acaster’s latest tour is not surprising given his popularity and the critically acclaimed nature of the show. Here are some factors contributing to the heavy demand:
– Acaster has grown his UK fanbase substantially over the past 5-10 years. His profile and following expand with each successful show.
– ‘Cold Lasagne Hate Myself 1999’ received very positive reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, priming interest.
– It’s his first major nationwide tour since 2018’s ‘Repertoire’ which was also very popular. Fans are eager for new material.
– The tour is hitting larger venues than past tours, indicating confidence about demand.
– With ongoing venue restrictions fading, there is pent up demand for live comedy after the pandemic hiatus.
– Acaster has cross-over appeal beyond just comedy fans due to his TV and podcast appearances. This widens the target audience.
– It is the holiday season which typically sees higher demand for live entertainment and gift purchases.
Conclusion
While James Acaster’s ‘Cold Lasagne Hate Myself 1999’ tour is mostly sold out for 2022 dates, there are still tickets available to many shows, especially in early 2023. Fans should act swiftly to secure seats for the highly in-demand shows while availability lasts. Stubborn ticket hunters can likely bag seats using persistence, pre-sales and waiting for new releases. Acaster’s popularity continues to grow, fueling a competitive market for tickets to see his brilliant contemporary comedy live on stage.