KEITH Lemon actor Leigh Francis is coming to the Palace Theatre next year as part of his UK tour.

The 50-year-old comedian, from Leeds, has kept millions of people laughing for years and now, he is embarking on a 26-day trip around the country.

He will be at the London Road, Westcliff, venue on February 27 and February 28, where his characters will be brought to life for the first time in a live environment, such as Keith, Bear and Avid Merrion and “David Dickinson”.

The show starts at 7.30pm, and the age restriction is 14+.

The February 27 show has five seats left in the dress circle, 12 seats remaining in the rear circle and 58 seats available in the gallery.

The next show has three seats in the dress circle, 15 seats in the rear circle and 64 seats in the gallery still up for grabs.

Tickets range from £19.75 to £24.75, depending on pass band selected and are online sales only.

For more information and to book tickets, visit: trafalgartickets.com/palace-theatre-southend/en-GB/event/comedy/leigh-francis-my-first-time-tour-tickets.