Peter Kay was abruptly ushered off stage during a live performance on Friday, May 1 2026, after a security alert prompted the evacuation of an entire arena. The comedian had been performing at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham when the show was suddenly brought to a halt around 45 minutes in. © Getty ImagesThe award-winning comedian was ushered off stage mid-set According to witnesses, two members of staff entered the stage mid-routine, briefly spoke to Peter, and quickly escorted him away, leaving the audience confused about what was unfolding. “At first, I thought it was part of the show,” one attendee, Steve Aspinall, said according to the Press Association. “Two guys came on, one with a mic and headphone, one guy whispered to Peter Kay and then he and Peter Kay shot off down the side.” © Ian West – PA ImagesPeter Kay with his wife Susan The atmosphere in the venue reportedly shifted almost instantly, with the crowd unsure whether the interruption was scripted or something more serious. “It was a strange atmosphere – …