I’m always pleased when a comedy gig is at the Y theatre as parking is convenient, it’s very relaxed and being a smaller venue, the view is always good. Staff are very kind too. Saw Laura Smyth earlier this month and have several more gigs booked between now and the Leicester comedy festival. They book big names and... read full comment
October 2024
Went to see a tribute act night and it was very good. A nice sized venue with a bar. Seating was a bit tight as is the case with a lot of theatres but overall it was a good place
Opened in 1900, The Y is the oldest and only surviving Victorian theatre in Leicester.
A bustling live performance venue based in Leicester city centre, our eclectic programme includes music, comedy, theatre, dance and spoken word. Our 300 seat theatre also comfortably hosts candle-lit cabaret style events and standing gigs.
In recent years The Y has established itself as one of the main venues in the city for comedy and has host many well known names from around the world. Performers such as Danny Baker, John Bishop, Jimmy Carr, Michael McIntyre and Daniel Kitson have taken to the Stage and every February The Y plays a major role as a busy venue during the Leicester Comedy Festival.
