Comedy

Sardonic and supercilious humour from Radio 4 regular and writer of seven series of news satire show The Way It Is, Simon Evans. Also featuring Alistair Barrie and John Lynn.

Playful, upbeat humour and razor-sharp wit from former contestant on ITV's Show Me The Funny contestant, Rudi Lickwood. Also featuring Steve Gribbin and Tom Allen.

Surreal and energetic humour from inventive Canadian stand-up and 2012 Chortle Best Breakthrough Act award-winner, Tony Law. Also featuring Andrew Bird, Gordon Southern and Colin Owens.

Dark and mischievous humour from New Zealand Comedy Festival's Best International Show award-winner in both 2009 and 2011, Carey Marx. Also featuring Curtis Walker, Christian Reilly and Loretta Maine.

Comedians take world events into their own hands and get debating. Funniest gets your vote. It's that simple.

Intelligent topical humour and smart, sardonic punchlines from actor and stand-up Alistair Barrie. Also featuring Andy White, George Zach and MC John Scott.

Celebrate the bank holiday with a line-up of comedians who, luckily for you, don't get to take the day off.

• Directed by: Harry Burton
• Written by: Clive Exton

Notorious gangster Algie Packer is finally coming home after seven years in the clink. And he's looking to collect the booty, over three million pounds. But his family have forgotten to mention something. Lee Evans and Sheila Hancock star in Clive Exton's comedy, directed by Harry Burton. Contains bad language, not…

Girl-next-door charm from Hayley Ellis and brash hilarity from former BBC4 radio presenter Ray Peacock.

Stories and gags mixed with musical comedy from Omnichord-playing stand-up and 2010 Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominee, Gareth Richards, and observational wit from half of the double-act Dregs, Mark Smith.

Energetic, upbeat humour and topical observations from eccentric stand-up, writer and radio regular Brian Higgins. Also featuring Kate Smurthwaite and Manos The Greek.

Guest acts take to the stage for an evening of laughter.

Sharp and genial wit from Brendan Dempsey, plus Paul Kerensa and Sol Bernstein.

Guest acts take to the stage for an evening of laughter.

A stand-up showcase featuring performers from the London circuit.

A stand-up showcase featuring performers from across the London circuit, both established and up and coming.

Fast-paced gags and bouncy anecdotes from 2000 Perth Comedy Award-winning Australian stand-up now based in Dublin, Damian Clark. Also featuring John Lynn, Tom Toal and MC Mike Wilkinson.

Energetic impressions, observations and satire from writer and former English Literature teacher, Geoff Norcott. Also featuring Ste Porter, John Gavin and MC Jamie Sutherland.

Sharp observations from Manchester-based stand-up and actor in former BBC3 sitcom Ideal, Tony Burgess. Also featuring Danny Deegan, Nige and MC Karen Bayley.

Stories and gags from John Hastings, plus Phil Walker and MC Toby Hadoke.

Energetic stand-up, surreal humour and comedy songs from Steve Shanyaski. Also featuring Erich McElroy, Wayne Deakin and MC Alex Boardman.

Sharp and inventive wit from Dave Johns. Also featuring Phil Ellis, Steve Royle and MC Mick Ferry.

Sharp observations from Manchester-based stand-up and actor in former BBC3 sitcom Ideal, Tony Burgess. Also featuring Jason Patterson and MC Dave Williams.

Amiable and energetic humour from Australian stand-up and creator of late night comedy show The Phatcave, Mickey D. Also featuring Jay Hampson and MC Mike Wilkinson.

Storytelling and anecdotes from Glasgow-based stand-up and 2008 Scottish Comedian Of The Year, Scott Agnew, plus MC Danny McLoughlin.