His actual stand-up set usually runs around 90 minutes to two hours. That’s the core. The juicy bit. The part where you’ll lose all track of time.
He’s famous for doing long shows. He’ll chat, he’ll slow down, he’ll pick on someone in the front row. You might get a spontaneous karaoke moment or a sudden dance break.
And then there’s the encore. Oh, the encore. He always comes back out, often for another 15–20 minutes of pure, unscripted chaos. You’ll think it’s over, but it’s not.
Don’t Forget the Support Act
The show doesn’t just start with Peter. There’s usually a support act—a warm-up comedian or a musical guest. This runs for about 20 to 30 minutes.
It’s good stuff. It gets you in the mood. But do not be late, or you’ll miss that too. And you’ll be the one everyone stares at when you shuffle in during a punchline.
After the support act, there’s a short interval. That’ll be 15–20 minutes. Time to grab an overpriced drink and use the loo. You’ll need it—your bladder will be tested by all that laughter.
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