Liverpudlian comic, Alexei Sayle, will be heading to The Public in West Bromwich on Wednesday 17 October, as part of his first stand up tour in 16 years.

Test driving new material, the comic, novelist, actor and columnist will be performing at the best small venues across the country, with The Public providing a unique opportunity to catch the much loved ‘loudmouth’ in an intimate setting.

Known for his cynicism and political awareness, Sayle was an influential figure in the alternative comedy scene of the 1980s.  The very first compere at London’s Comedy Store and star of the BBC’s hit comedy The Young Ones, Alexei, regarded as one of the UK’s greatest stand-ups, is renowned for his absurd and surreal antics.

Linda Saunders, Managing Director of The Public said, “We’re delighted that a comic of Alexei Sayle’s stature has chosen to perform at The Public as part of his forthcoming tour.  Sayle is one of the UK’s greatest stand-ups and influential figure in shaping modern comedy.”

Alexei Sayle will be performing at The Public on Wednesday 17 October at 8pm.

Tickets are £12 in advance, £14 on the door and are available from www.thepublic.com or by calling 0121 533 7161.

Prior to the show, from 6pm, The Public will be serving a delicious range of buffet style meals including chilli, cheese and potato pie and roast pork.  The pre-show meal is £7.50.