Shows Galore!!!

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Tomorrow night we venture to our brand new venue The Hoxton Apprentice. We have a fantastic variety of acts lined up for the show including comedy and magic from host Mandy Muden with Gemma Whelan, Rachel parris, Alison Thea-Skot, Zoe Grisedale, Jess Fostekew and Lara A King.
Tickets are nearly sold out so be quick! A l…imited number of tickets will be available on the door. BOOK HERE

This Saturday13th we have a brilliant workshop coming up at the Leicester Square Theatre, 11.30 – 1.30pm. If you fancy putting your funny bones to the test and learning some invaluable stand-up and public speaking skills, BOOK NOW!
£45 for two hours. BOOK HERE

What a busy weekend we have ahead as Sunday sees another of our hilarious Second Sunday Showcases. If last month’s show was anything to go by then this show promises to bring uproarious laughter to the intimate surroundings of the Leicester Square Theatre. Acts include Mae Martin, Arhondia Rocca, Julia Clark, Rachel Sambrooks, Gemma Whelan, Lara A King, Mandy Muden and will be hosted brilliantly by Clare Lomas. 7.30pm BOOK HERE

We are currently putting the final touches to the Funny Women Challenge which will take place later this month. Details to follow soon!

 

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