Daniel O'Reilly has announced a new stand-up comedy tour.

His first tour in almost ten years, he is best known under the guise of his now retired character Dapper Laughs, whose comedy attracted national controversy and an infamous Newsnight appearance.

The comic initially rose to prominence on social media, and has continued entertaining a fanbase there over the past decade, as he has battled addiction, married, and become a father.

The new tour, Out Of Character, will see O'Reilly appear on stage as himself as he addresses his tumultuous life and career to date. Currently announced dates run from January to May 2024, including venues in Plymouth, Lancaster, Loughborough and London.

Promoters explain: "Daniel O'Reilly, better known as his character creation Dapper Laughs, is still boasting one of the largest, strongest, most loyal and fastest growing social media followings in the UK, and his fans have grown up with him through the years.

"He has had many characters, but for this live show he's going Out Of Character to stand-up as he brings the laughs and looks back on the mischief, the mistakes and the madness of his career so far.

"From losing it all, battling addiction and becoming a father, he's been on quite a rollercoaster and wants you to come for a ride with him, so grab your tickets now and make sure you got your seat belt on!"

Tickets for most dates are on sale now, with others being made available in the coming weeks.

Tour dates

25th January - Plymouth, Quad Theatre
26th January - Bridgwater, McMillan Theatre
2nd February - St Albans, Arena
9th February - Middlesborough, Town Hall
10th February - Newcastle, Tyne Theatre
16th February - Lancaster, Grand Theatre
23rd February - Colchester, Charter Hall
2nd March - Bradford, St George Hall
8th March - Chatham, Central Theatre
16th March - Dorking, Halls
22nd March - Blackpool, Grand
29th March - Bury St. Edmunds, Apex
30th March - Ipswich, Corn Exchange
5th April - Peterborough, The Cresset
6th April - Lougborough, Town Hall
12th April - Birmingham, Town Hall
19th April - Shrewsbury, Theatre Severn
20th April - Barrow, The Forum
26th April - Coventry, Warwick Arts Centre
5th May - Wimbourne, ivoli
10th May - London, Shepherds Bush Empire
24th May - Wirral, Floral Pavilion