Scottish comedian Karen Dunbar announced the cancellation of approximately 20 remaining tour dates through a video posted on social media, attributing the decision to non-payment by her promoter. Dunbar stated she had completed 39 shows over the preceding two months but received payment for only five of them, describing the situation as extremely stressful.
Breaknek Comedy, the promoter organizing the tour, released a statement disputing Dunbar’s claims regarding non-payment. The company acknowledged that it had approached Dunbar during the tour to request a renegotiation of her previously contracted fees. The promoter attributed this request to financial pressures stemming from higher operational costs, including increased venue hire charges and elevated ticket costs, combined with ticket sales that fell below projections for the 60-show tour.
The promoter stated it had been attempting to negotiate what it characterized as a fair arrangement with Dunbar to mitigate financial losses but indicated she declined to renegotiate. Moving forward, the company indicated it would shift toward revenue-sharing models based on box office receipts rather than guaranteed appearance fees for future tours. Dunbar expressed expectations that the dispute would ultimately require legal resolution and advised ticket holders to seek refunds.
Three performances scheduled in Greenock, Peebles, and Shotts will proceed as planned, operating under a different promotion company, Punchline Promotions. Dunbar’s career has included appearances on the sketch comedy series Chewin’ the Fat, work in radio, theatre performances, and voice acting. Last year she received a Bafta award for her performance in the video game Still Wakes the Deep.
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