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The big three: Gorman, Noble and Fielding at 'De Mont'.

Prepare to be baffled: Tony Law

Andy Zaltzman: He needs YOU... to come to his show.

Champion: Pat Cahill

"Rip-roaring" - 2Funy Comedy

Squirrel-proof: Mrs. Barbara Nice

Hiya folks, long time no see!Couple of bits of admin for you plus a general round-up of what's happening on the scene at the moment...Firstly, you may or may not have noticed that I'm not really posting much on this blog any more, due mainly to time constraints, but I still frequently post news and links to upcoming shows on the Leicester Comedy Scene facebook page which now has almost 500 likes - I shall shortly be going crazy with power no doubt...Secondly I must draw your attention to, which I have set up along with comedy pals Daniel Nicholas and Dave Deverick on behalf of Dave's Leicester Comedy Festival. The idea behind the Fridge is to showcase local comedy during the festival, so we're putting on a special Leicester Fridge preview show in January to give you a taster of what our local funnypersons have cooked up for their festival shows, plus 3 showcase events in the first week of the festival, which aim to promote the local scene in general. So for more information and updates, it's time to hit that like button again on the Leicester Fridge facebook page So, onto the round-up. There are several fairly big-name shows heading this way over the next couple of months. The biggest of these names are, as usual, heading for De Montfort Hall for maximum ticket revenue, with the cavernous venue playing host to affable, Powerpoint-wielding storytellertomorrow (13th November), master of absurd tangentson Thursday 20th November and artistic Mighty Boosh manchildon Tuesday 25th November. Tickets be here Award-winning purveyor of finest nonsensebrings his latest show 'Enter the Tonezone' to The Y on Friday 28th November - get your tickets here . And next month at the same venue, promoters Bottle Rocket Comedy Club present their Christmas Special featuringon Saturday 13th December. Tickets are available here The Cookie continue to bring quality comedy acts to town, starting with clown-haired satiriston Saturday 15th November, followed by a triple bill ofon Saturday 22nd November. Tickets for both shows can be yours here . And if you haven't already joined their mailing list, make sure you sign up because they often send out great ticket offers and occasionally put on the odd secret show for subscribers only.Thereturns on 20 November with champion waffler and alternative hero, and support fromGet your tickets here Now, if you're thinking that there are far too many white, male comedians on the above bills (and who could blame you!), fear not. Curve theatre plays host towith what they promise will be a night of "rip-roaring comedy" on 29 November, featuring. More information resides here And if it's specifically funny women you're after, you're in luck. The irrepressiblehosts the nextnight at the Belmont Hotel on January 22nd, featuring everyone's favourite headlining housewife(played by Phoenix Nights' Janice Connolly). She will be performing her hit Edinburgh show 'Squirrel Proof' for your delectation, and you can find out more here There's also a strong line-up of funny ladies coming up at The Criterion, in the second outing for local hero's new ventureA mix of stand-up, off-the-wall character acts and physical comedy, the first K.A.R.E.N. was a highly memorable breath of fresh air on the local scene, so head along for the Christmas special on Tuesday 16th December, hosted by Lindsey Warnes-Carroll asMore info here And whilst we're on the theme of quality local comedy, let's not forget the other regular nights that offer the best up and coming comics from Leicester and beyond. Hosted with charm by Irishman Dave McGuckin,is still going strong, every first Tuesday of the month at Manhattan 34 - this night offers a warm atmosphere, consistently funny and varied line-ups, and with entry for only a pound it's practically free! The next one's on Tuesday 2nd December - go on, visit the facebook page . Also, the similarly namedalso offers a mix of primarily new, Midlands-based acts, except it's free entry and takes place in the somewhat earthier surroundings of Duffy's Bar. The night is hosted by possibly the busiest comedian on the Midlands circuit right now, the wonderful Lucy Thompson. Check facebook to see when the next one's on!Also coming up, a naughty night of comedy asreturns to The Exchange on Thursday 27th November - check it out here . If you're a fan of improv get yourself along to The Criterion on December 6th forfor some made-up laughs - find out more here . And if you're into musical comedy, there's a bill entirely composed of funny musicians tomorrow night at Manhattan34, entitled- details here . And last but not least, Walkabout are doing Christmas dinner and comedy packages throughout December, a good bet for works parties etc... find out about them here Right, I'm sure there's plenty more I could tell you about, but to be honest I am growing distinctly weary of informing you about things, so I'll sign off for now. As stated above, all you have to do to stay in the know about what's coming up is to click 'like' on the Leicester Comedy Scene facebook page and you can't go far wrong.Ta-ra for now,Paul.