Michael McIntyre to test out new material at surprise Swansea Arena gig

Michael McIntyre is to play Swansea Arena on Friday 1 April the venue has announced.

The late addition to the new venue’s schedule was announced on social media this morning (Monday 14 March).

The comedian and host of BBC quiz show The Wheel will be trying out new material.

McIntyre’s spot-on observational comedy and trademark mastery of turning everyday situations into masterclasses of human exasperation have struck a chord with millions of fans.

To date, he’s sold over three million tickets including sold-out arena shows all over the world.

Michael is the latest in a string on big name comedians to come to Swansea’s new Arena, with other names on their way including Rob Brydon, Bill Bailey, Rhod Gilbert and John Bishop, who will be the opening act for the venue on Tuesday 15 March.

Tickets for Michael McIntyre’s show are limited to four per household, and are available from ATG Ticket’s website on Wednesday 16 March.

The Arena, part of Swansea’s new £135 million Copr Bay destination was officially opened by First Minister Mark Drakeford on Thursday 3 March.