The Nottingham Comedy Festival returns from Friday 3rd to Saturday 11th November. This is the 15th annual Comedy Festival in the city with 9 days of comedy across 14 venues.

Over 120 comedians are bringing their shows to the festival, from stand-up, improvisation, sketch shows, poetry and musical comedy to podcasts. Acts include local hero Scott Bennett (pictured top), Pierre Novellie, Helen Bauer (pictured bottom), Grace Petrie, Juliette Burton, Vix Leyton, Peter Buckley Hill, Eric Rushton, Kate Smurthwaite, Tom Wrigglesworth

Since the festival began back in 2009 the Nottingham’s comedy scene has been growing dramatically. The festival is proud to be showcasing many great examples. Local improv groups: Rhymes Against Humanity and MissImp as well as stand-ups Jacob Nussey, Katie Mitchell, Kitty Messalina, Friz Frizzle, Edi Johnston, Benny Shakes, Michael McKenzie, Ben Macpherson and many more. 

This year there is a special LGBTQIA+ venue – LOL-gbtq+ at the Lord Roberts. Programmed by the comedy poet, Dan Webber, this venue sees a selection of LGBTQIA+ acts throughout the festival week

With over 120 shows, there is a lot taking place. Go and see your favourites and try something new, you never know what gems are out there but most importantly, come and have a laugh.

Once again the festival is supported by Castle Rock Brewery who have been supporting us since the beginning in 2009.

For full information and how to get tickets see the festival website: www.nottinghamcomedyfestival.co.uk