Comedian Mark Watson 'locked out' of theatre with fans

The phrase “standing room only” took on an extra meaning at comedian Mark Watson’s most recent show, as he and his fans were left waiting in the bar unable to enter the theatre. Watson, who is known for his appearances on shows such as QI and Taskmaster, is currently touring the UK with his show Search. He was scheduled to perform two shows at the Tobacco Factory in Bristol on Sunday. However, 15 minutes before the matinee performance, the theatre doors remained locked with no one – not even the headliner – able to access the auditorium. Addressing his fans, Watson, 43, explained that his presence at the bar was not due to him having a laidback approach, but him being equally helpless to ease the situation. Click here for more on Independent TV: https://www.independent.co.uk/tv/editors-picks Click here to subscribe to The Independent: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Independent About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: https://www.youtube.com/c/theindependent/videos Videos, daily editorial and more: http://www.theindy.com Click here to get the best of The Independent daily: https://www.independent.co.uk/newsletters Like The Independent on Facebook: https://www.fb.com/TheIndependentOnline Follow The Independent on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Independent Follow The Independent on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.independent Download the iOS & Android app: https://www.independent.co.uk/subscribe/app Help to support truly independent journalism. Every dollar you contribute will directly fund additional special reports and investigations from a free-thinking, award-winning newsroom you can trust - https://www.independent.co.uk/donations Subscribe to Independent Premium for exclusive content & live events: https://bit.ly/2MiOONB