Michael Palin — Setlists, Tour Dates & Concert History
The last 7 Michael Palin setlists, newest first — every song in the order it was played, most recently at Alhambra Theatre, Bradford, United Kingdom.
Michael Palin live: key facts
Gigvault documents 7 Michael Palin concerts from 1999 to 2024 in 7 cities.
- Typical set length: 2 songs (median of the last 7 recorded setlists)
- Last documented show: 2024-10-04 — Alhambra Theatre, Bradford
- Next announced show: 2026-10-12 — Queen's Hall, Edinburgh
Michael Palin — artist information
The air crackles with anticipation, not for a soaring guitar solo, but for the sheer joy of shared laughter. A familiar voice, imbued with decades of comedic brilliance, weaves tales that tug at the heartstrings and tickle the funny bone. This is an audience united, a sea of smiling faces reflecting the playful spirit onstage. The energy isn't about frenetic beats, but the infectious delight of a master storyteller holding everyone captive with wit and warmth.
Genres: comedy, 80s, spoken word, funny, monty pythons flying circus.
Michael Palin setlist — Alhambra Theatre, Bradford, United Kingdom (2024-10-04)
2 songs, in the order played:
- There and Back (Part 1)
- There and Back (Part 2)
Earlier Michael Palin setlists
Michael Palin setlist — Chester Cathedral, Chester, United Kingdom (2023-11-20)
1 song, in the order played:
- Talk on his uncle, Harry Palin
Michael Palin setlist — Lowry, Salford, United Kingdom (2019-06-28)
2 songs, in the order played:
- Lecture on Erebus
- Career progression and highlights
Michael Palin setlist — Royal Hall, Harrogate, United Kingdom (2018-09-23)
2 songs, in the order played:
- Talk on HMS Erbus
- Question & Answer Session
Michael Palin setlist — Grand Opera House, York, United Kingdom (2017-03-18)
2 songs, in the order played:
- Interview with Robert Ross
- Interview with Robert Ross (Conclusion)
Michael Palin setlist — Opera House, Manchester, United Kingdom (2014-09-29)
2 songs, in the order played:
- Talk on his various travel programmes
- Talk about his book 'Travelling To Work'
Michael Palin setlist — Beach Ballroom, Aberdeen, United Kingdom (1999-10-19)
4 songs, in the order played:
- Talk On Ernest Hemmingway (Part 1)
- Holzfaller Song
- Lumberjack Song
- Talk On Ernest Hemmingway (Part 2)
16 Michael Palin setlists are known in total; the most recent 7 are shown here.
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Songs Michael Palin plays most often live
Across the last 7 Michael Palin concerts with a recorded setlist.
| Song | Played at | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Career progression and highlights | 1 of 7 | 14% |
| Holzfaller Song | 1 of 7 | 14% |
| Interview with Robert Ross | 1 of 7 | 14% |
| Interview with Robert Ross (Conclusion) | 1 of 7 | 14% |
| Lecture on Erebus | 1 of 7 | 14% |
| Lumberjack Song | 1 of 7 | 14% |
| Question & Answer Session | 1 of 7 | 14% |
| Talk about his book 'Travelling To Work' | 1 of 7 | 14% |
| Talk On Ernest Hemmingway (Part 1) | 1 of 7 | 14% |
| Talk On Ernest Hemmingway (Part 2) | 1 of 7 | 14% |
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Upcoming Michael Palin shows on Gigvault
4 announced dates for Michael Palin, with the venue and city. Mark the ones you go to and they join your concert history the same night.
- 2026-10-12 — Queen's Hall, Edinburgh
- 2026-10-13 — Pyramid and Parr Hall, Liverpool
- 2026-10-15 — Winding Wheel, Sheffield
- 2026-10-29 — Tyne Theatre & Opera House, Newcastle
Cities where Michael Palin played
- Concerts in Newcastle
- Concerts in Sheffield
- Concerts in Liverpool
- Concerts in Edinburgh
- Concerts in Bradford
- Concerts in York
- Concerts in Manchester
Venues where Michael Palin played
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Frequently asked questions
Where has Michael Palin played?
Michael Palin shows on Gigvault are documented in 8 cities — Aberdeen, Bradford, Chester, Edinburgh and Harrogate. Venues include Alhambra Theatre in Bradford, Beach Ballroom in Aberdeen, Chester Cathedral in Chester and Grand Opera House in York.
When did Michael Palin last play?
The most recent Michael Palin show on record is 2024-10-04 at Alhambra Theatre, Bradford, United Kingdom.
How many Michael Palin concerts are on Gigvault?
4 Michael Palin concerts are documented, from 1999 to 2026 across 8 cities.
When is Michael Palin playing live next?
No Michael Palin dates are confirmed right now. The most recent show on record is 2024-10-04 at Alhambra Theatre, Bradford, United Kingdom; new dates appear on this page as ticketing sources announce them.
Where can I find Michael Palin setlists?
7 setlists by Michael Palin are on this page with the full song list in the order played — open any show to see the songs, the date and the venue.
How do I track my Michael Palin concerts?
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How many songs does Michael Palin play live?
Michael Palin plays 2 songs at a typical concert, measured across the last 7 shows with a recorded setlist.
What song does Michael Palin open with?
Michael Palin varies the opener — 7 different opening songs across the last 7 concerts, most often "Interview with Robert Ross" (1 times).
What song does Michael Palin close with?
Michael Palin varies the closing song — 7 different closers across the last 7 concerts, most often "Career progression and highlights" (1 times).
Which songs does Michael Palin always play?
No song appeared at every one of the last 7 Michael Palin concerts. The closest is "Career progression and highlights" at 1 of 7.
What rare songs has Michael Palin played recently?
15 songs appeared only once across the last 7 concerts, among them Career progression and highlights, Holzfaller Song, Interview with Robert Ross, Interview with Robert Ross (Conclusion), Lecture on Erebus, Lumberjack Song, Question & Answer Session, Talk about his book 'Travelling To Work'.