A legend of the stage and screen has announced UK-wide tour dates - with Ipswich making the list. 

Miriam Margolyes is a household name, best known for her role as Professor Sprout in the Harry Potter film franchise and for featuring in the first series of BBC reality show The Real Exotic Marigold Hotel. 

Margolyes is a British-Australian actress, comedian, narrator, voiceover artist and author. 

Most recently, Margolyes starred as The Meep in Doctor Who's 60th anniversary special, in an episode that aired on Saturday, November 25.

After the success of her sell-out 2023 tour, Margolyes is returning to entertain audiences with more juicy and jaw-dropping stories from her eventful life and career.

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The tour celebrates the paperback release of her bestselling book, Oh Miriam! Stories from an Extraordinary Life.

She will take to the stage at Ipswich Regent Theatre on Thursday, July 18 2024, and tickets will go on sale on the venue's website on Friday, December 15 at 10am.

Tickets are expected to sell quickly and buyers are encouraged to book soon to avoid disappointment.