Angel Comedy Club is 'a comedy institution' (Time Out) that puts on affordable, world-class shows every night of the week. (What? Affordable and Quality, in London? Yep. Really) We showcase the best talent in the UK and beyond. Lots of our regulars have gone on to appear on Live at the Apollo, on panel shows like Mock The Week or have their own specials on Netflix. We're a friendly place where you get to see tomorrow's stars just before they break big. Come find out why we've been voted the best venue in London for four years. Lineup is subject to change, but will probably include some of these legends: Presented by Angel Comedy This is an 18+ event

Star of BBC’s Upstart Crow, 8 Out of 10 Cats, The Friday Night Project and Dave’s One Night Stand. “He’s a man with genuinely funny bones” — The Sunday Times Since winning the prestigious Channel 4 So You Think You’re Funny Award at the Edinburgh Festival in 1998, Rob Rouse has toured the world for the last 27 years! Fortunately, over a quarter of a century in ‘the biz’ hasn’t made him (me – obviously I’m writing this) in the slightest bit sensible, and he’s (I am) absolutely delighted to be coming to the SJT. Funny Bones is Rob’s brand-new stand-up show: a relentlessly funny and daft evening of comedy, from a one-man whirlwind who pulls the audience into his craftily spun tall tales with bucketfuls of manic energy, first-class stagecraft, eerily convincing characters, and a barrage of brilliant one-liners.

Angel Comedy Club is 'a comedy institution' (Time Out) that puts on affordable, world-class shows every night of the week. (What? Affordable and Quality, in London? Yep. Really) We showcase the best talent in the UK and beyond. Lots of our regulars have gone on to appear on Live at the Apollo, on panel shows like Mock The Week or have their own specials on Netflix. We're a friendly place where you get to see tomorrow's stars just before they break big. Come find out why we've been voted the best venue in London for four years. Lineup is subject to change, but will probably include some of these legends: Presented by Angel Comedy This is an 18+ event

Come and support brand new stand-ups doing their first ever gig after taking our stand up course tutored by Dec Munro. Presented by Angel Comedy This is an 18+ event

Angel Comedy Club is 'a comedy institution' (Time Out) that puts on affordable, world-class shows every night of the week. (What? Affordable and Quality, in London? Yep. Really) We showcase the best talent in the UK and beyond. Lots of our regulars have gone on to appear on Live at the Apollo, on panel shows like Mock The Week or have their own specials on Netflix. We're a friendly place where you get to see tomorrow's stars just before they break big. Come find out why we've been voted the best venue in London for four years. Lineup is subject to change, but will probably include some of these legends: Presented by Angel Comedy This is an 18+ event

Join multi-award-winning comedian Sergi Polo as he brings his sell-out show! With razor-sharp wit, brilliant storytelling, and laugh-out-loud observations, Sergi delivers a fast-paced, unforgettable night of comedy. Fresh from sold-out tours across the UK and Europe, he’s back with new material, big laughs, and his signature charm.

Angel Comedy Club is 'a comedy institution' (Time Out) that puts on affordable, world-class shows every night of the week. (What? Affordable and Quality, in London? Yep. Really) We showcase the best talent in the UK and beyond. Lots of our regulars have gone on to appear on Live at the Apollo, on panel shows like Mock The Week or have their own specials on Netflix. We're a friendly place where you get to see tomorrow's stars just before they break big. Come find out why we've been voted the best venue in London for four years. Lineup is subject to change, but will probably include some of these legends: Presented by Angel Comedy This is an 18+ event

Our beginner’s stand up course is for people who have never done stand up comedy, as well as people with a little bit of experience who want to sharpen up their act. These classes will cover the very basics of stand up, from learning how to write a “pull back and reveal” joke to applying for gigs on the London circuit. The course culminates in your own gig at Angel Comedy! This is a 5 week course, running on Saturdays from the 10th of January to the 7th of February. The course includes a final showcase in addition to the five class dates. This is week 1 of the course About the tutor: Nick Elleray is an award-winning stand-up comic, who performs regularly at Angel Comedy and other clubs in London and the South-East. Shortlisted three times for the BBC New Comedy Award, he has been a finalist in such major competitions as The NATYs; Up The Creek One To Watch; Leicester Square New Act of the Year; and Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year. Nick has been taking stand-up comedy shows to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival since 2012, garnering great reviews - particularly for 2019's Big Nick Energy, with praise focusing on his 'savvy writing' (Chortle) and 'cracking good jokes' (Three Weeks). He also works privately on show development and joke-writing with other acts.

Shoot From The Hip are one of London’s premiere improvisational comedy troupes, who have been impressing and entertaining audiences since 2011. Their Metro and Time Out recommended fast-paced shows are completely unscripted, comprised of short scenes, silly games, and epic stories, blending witty one-liners and hilarious character comedy with off-the-cuff storytelling. "Well worth a shot (pun intended)." - Time Out "Finest improv comedy you'll find in the city" - The Londonist Presented by Angel Comedy This is an 18+ event

Our Angel Comedy Writing Gym is a free space for comedy writers and performers to sharpen their pencils and stretch their typing fingers through a series of comedy writing exercises led by an experienced comedy tutor. These are for anyone in comedy writing - whatever experience level★ - to get you out of the house, motivated, writing, and also to learn new comedy writing techniques from an experienced comedy professional. It's also a chance to write with other people, if you wish, and to meet with other performers and writers (meeting other writing people is often the hardest part of the job!). There will be a break during the workshop, and opportunity for a social afterwards. The workshops, like much of what we do at Angel Comedy, are free at the point of service but there will be an opportunity to donate at the end of the session. ★If you are new to comedy writing, we recommend you have a look at our Beginner's Stand Up Comedy Course. The writing gym classes, while open to anyone, are designed with experienced performers in mind, so might not cover the basics in such a thorough way. LATECOMERS NOT ADMITTED (You can be no later than 10 minutes late for this class) Testimonials "The Angel Comedy Writing Gym is a goldmine for aspiring comedians. The range of exercises is fantastic, from one-liners to character development. It's the perfect place to hone your craft and get ready to take the stage." Peter "I used to struggle making my jokes land. The Writing Gym's focus on different comedic techniques helped me find my voice and connect with the audience." Anya "The tutors at the Writing Gym are incredible. They offer fantastic feedback and really understand the challenges of writing comedy. It's a great place to meet other funny people and share your work in a safe space." Kwame Presented by Angel Comedy This is an 18+ event

Calling all bibliophiles! Ben Pope (‘utter delight’ - Fest) is a bookseller and a comedian. This is his book club! Here’s how it works: every month Ben picks a new novel. You read it★ and so do his two hilarious comedian guests. Then: discuss. Part comedy show, part literary lunch. All of the joy of a good book club with none of the blah-blah-blah. This month's book: Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk This month’s guests: Ahir Shah & Chelsea Birkby Praise for Ben’s previous work: ‘Pope is superb company’ - Evening Standard ‘Beautifully constructed’ - The Scotsman ‘Could an audience with the actual Pope offer as much?’ - The Telegraph ★You don’t have to read it to enjoy the show! But it will help! Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Peep! Internet comedy sensation Jim Daly is kicking off his first ever solo UK tour; Match Of The Daly, visiting 30 locations in 2026. Over the last decade, Jim has built a devoted following online and on stage: as the go-to guy for comedy football songs and sketches online, the host of the multi-award nominated Crystal Palace-centric FYP Podcast the face of JOE.co.uk’s Football Friday Live and a staple at major festivals including the Edinburgh Fringe and Brighton Fringe. Fans have been asking it for years and now, with Match Of The Daly, Jim brings all his trademark family-friendly energy, witting charm, quick gags and funny football songs to stages across the country. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Comedy for the girls, by the girls. Bring your hinge date, vape and sertraline prescription to the most slaylina comedy night in North East London. Starring exclusively non-cis male hotties (thank god) with a no dick joke guarantee. This month's delectable non-male lineup includes Harriet Richardson, Sharon Wanjohi, Lauren Stone, Ozzy Algar, Jodi Wheeler and a special guest, all hosted by our resident material girls, Sascha LO and Maia Tassalini. Don’t be delulu and get your tickets to the one comedy night that passes the Bechdel Test xox Presented by Angel Comedy This is an 18+ event

Come and decay with Freya as she commits to the ageing process for x1 hour only! Want to see one of the shortest comics in the biz working out some funny / sad material about the unstoppable march of TIME (and also Vinted)?? Jackpot. You might know her from her total sell-out Fringe debut or the critically acclaimed double act Lazy Susan but maybe you just seen her in a Pret. As seen in Deep Cover (Amazon), The Mash Report (BBC Two), Lazy Susan (BBC3) Jurassic World Dominion and Wonka. Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee. “Outrageous and irreverent” ★★★★ The Guardian Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

ALL HAIL BOYKING! 37 pounds and 3 feet tall, 8 year-old Joffrey (no relation) seeks power at all costs including but not limited to: death, destruction and mayhem. His crown is mighty, his word is law, his favourite snack...Mummy’s Milk. Bow down - this coronation’s a killer. Created by the award-winning performer-director duo Lil Wenker and Cecily Nash. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Dan has been a data collector for 10 years. You know when they say how much it costs to live somewhere? He's the guy who has to find out. He goes round the world and walks around supermarkets recording the prices of apples/cheese/you name it into his Dictaphone. He's been to pretty much every supermarket, in every country, in the world. This is the story of how. From the man who brought you How I Came Third in the North Korean Marathon. Praise for How I Came Third in the North Korean Marathon: “A great life-affirming tale” - The Dark Chat “Very entertaining and funny” - John Fleming Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Tired of being called terrorists, Aisha and Hasan became something worse: comedians! After back-to-back sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe, featuring on STV News and BBC R4, and raising over £8000 for Medical Aid for Palestinians, the Islamic double-act return. Inspired by Tommy Robinson, Aisha Amanduri (Runner-up Bath Comedy Fest. New Act Award) and Hasan Al-Habib ("Material for Live at the Apollo" - The Scotsman) explore Sharia Law. No one does Islamic Jurisprudence stand-up/sketch comedy better! 20% artist proceeds donated to MAP. Buy in advance to strengthen the Ummah! "slick delivery with stereotype-crushing material" - Rolling Stone “Deliciously funny” - The Guardian "generous in spirit as it is in laughs" - Broadway Baby "edgy and silly in exactly the right balance" - Sara Pascoe “Clever, edgy and unexpected” - Kemah Bob “Aisha Amanduri and Hasan Al-Habib bring the strongest stage presence that I have ever seen” - The Student Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Leicester comedy festival best show nominee★ ★Edinburgh fringe sold out season★ Edgy. Dark. Hilarious. Since moving to the UK from Australia, Michael Shafar has quickly become one of the most exciting new acts on the UK comedy circuit. He's opened for Jim Jefferies and Sammy Obeid, and has amassed 200,000+ followers and 150+ million views online. In this unfiltered and unapologetic hour, Michael will weigh into the topics that most comedians are smart enough to avoid. "Shafar circumnavigates the line between edgy and offensive with beautiful finesse." ★★★★½ The Age "Shafar has a disarmingly relaxed approach and an intelligent sense of humour with a wildly inventive, darkly comic imagination." ★★★★★ The Edinburgh Reporter "He’s a brand of comedian that is getting rarer and rarer to come by these days, and if you’re among those who fear comedy has gotten too politically correct, this show will put those fears to rest." ★★★★ TimeOut Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

The Bill Murray’s newfangled home for the unusual: an eclectic, exciting and rapid blend of character, sketch, music and freaks, all experimenting and trying out fresh new material with a generally really nice vibe. Lorna Rose Treen, Jonathan Oldfield, Bebe Cave, Anna Leong Brophy, Ada Player, Jenny Bede & more TBA. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Join Tamsyn Kelly for a work in progress of her brand new show. “Hilarious” Independent ★★★★★ Lost in Theatreland ★★★★ Funny Women ★★★★ The Reviews Hub ★★★★ One For Review ★★★★ The Student Newspaper Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Straight off the back of the latest season of Taskmaster, Maisie's working up her new tour show. Some jokes might work, some might not. It will be obvious which ones are which, to you and to her, but that's part of the fun. Right? RIGHT? As seen on Live At The Apollo, A League of Their Own, and QI. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

NYC comedian Dave Hill returns to London for a magical evening of new bits, greatest hits, assorted grievances, and- as always- at least one ill-advised feat of strength. There will be jokes, stories, guitar solos, and a slightly too tight outift. Dave Hill will also be joined by a backing band he has found on Craigslist that afternoon and berates without warning. Dave has toured the UK previously on his own and while opening for Tenacious D, who admittedly had better snacks. He has appeared on Joe Pera Talks with You, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, The Tick, and other programs, something he mentions to let you know he's not messing around. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Double act Britney (Charly Clive and Ellen Robertson) are going to be onstage for one hour doing a very mysterious little sketch comedy show. If you want to know what it’s about, you’ll have to ask their publicist, who is unfortunately both fictional and extremely private. Please come anyway, because we need you specifically to make the show work. That's right, the show is about you. Thank you sweetheart. As seen on Netflix, HBO, BBC One, Channel 4 and Sky Max. “Ferociously funny” The i “Sweet, smart, refreshingly silly” Guardian “Very funny... A delight” Telegraph “Charming, joyous and offbeat” Chortle Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Giddy up yee locals, Giddy up yee towns folk, Giddy up yee venue staff, giddy up yee me. Let’s get on with it and get through this as a whole. I’ll rant, I’ll rave, I’ll sit alone after and ponder, was I too much... A work in progress show from Edinburgh Comedy Award 2024, Chortle Comedy Award 2025, and Comedian's Choice Award 2022 winner Rob Copland. “A virtuoso of silliness and a performer of fantastic energy” Chortle ★★★★★ “One of British comedy’s best kept secrets” The Guardian ★★★★ “Copland has real star power.” The Times ★★★★ Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Joey is an accomplished and hilarious comic with a unique take on the everyday. Joey Page’s career so far has been studded with rave reviews (★★★★★ “A leading name in British cult comedy” - ThreeWeeks) Recently, Joey performed tour support for Laura Smyth, Lloyd Griffith & Rob Beckett. Now do you think if they gave us a date for the end of the world, we would actually all be a bit happier? Aside from that, we are all waiting on the sweet release from the horrors of the price of everyday supermarket essentials rising faster than my Instagram following. Think about it, if they said ‘look, at the end of 2028 it’s all going to end. Spend your money, get fat, try and see a Komodo dragon or the Pyramids. Pack up work, actually have a few meaningful conversations with your parents.’ Yes, we would all miss sending pictures of shit look-a-likes of each other to our friends. But think of all the small talk we wouldn’t have to have. No taking the bins out. No more calories Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Jo Griffin: work in progress Join wannabe High Street Honey Jo Griffin ( The List) for an hour of brand new material! She’s covering MILFs, MPs, Mango Lost Mary vapes, anything beginning with M and every other letter in between. Jo is at a crossroads & she’d adore you to come help figure out what to do next with her life (and these jokes). Jo recently sold out Soho Theatre with her Edinburgh show (directed by Chloe Petts). Shortlisted for the BBC New Comedy & Funny Women Awards. As seen on Channel 4, BBC 3 & Dave. “Exudes a wonderfully infectious, cheeky and flirty joie de vivre” - Chortle Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

He has over 300 million views on social media. He is #1 'young sketch comedian to watch' (Telegraph). He is one half of Durk & Ski. He is 'very funny & genuinely gripping' (Telegraph). He is 'frantic, innovative, effortlessly likeable' (Leftlion). He's gonna try out some new character bits AND some new jokes - will you find it funny? He hopes so....he really, really hopes so. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

This course is for people who have never done stand up comedy or new comedians looking to sharpen their act. We will look at the very basics of stand up, from learning how to write a “pull back and reveal” joke to applying for gigs on the London circuit and the course culminates in your own gig at Angel Comedy! This is a 5 week course, running on Sundays from the 5th of April to the 3rd of April. The course includes a final showcase at The Bill Murray - additional to the five class dates. The tutor will also arrange additional 1:1 time with each student to support with working on material. Previous alumni have gone on to place 2nd in the Amused Moose and 3rd in So You Think You're Funny, and have been finalists in the Leicester Square New Comedian competition and in Prides Got Talent. 4 alumni have got to the semi-finals of So You Think You're Funny and 2 Beat the Gong at the Comedy Store. This could also be you in the year after you take this course! Who is teaching? Ben Target is an award-winning comedian and critically acclaimed artist. He won the national stand-up accolade: Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year, and was nominated for the prestigious Edinburgh Comedy Award - Best Newcomer. He has written and performed for Comedy Central, Channel 4, All 4, BBC2, BBC3, BBC Radio 4 and Absolute Radio. Ben has taught stand-up comedy for Soho Theatre's Young Company, Angel Comedy, Battersea Arts Centre and The Albany Arts Centre. Previous alumni have gone on to receive Edinburgh Comedy Award - Best Newcomer and Funny Women Stage Award nominations. He has also worked as a creative consultant for comedians including: Jamali Maddix, Joe Lycett, Kieran Hodgson, Richard Gadd, Adam Riches, Joz Norris, John Hastings, Sammy Hannah and Bryony Byrne. Notable Alumni of Ben's courses: Janine Harouni: Edinburgh Comedy Award - Best Newcomer Nominee Jordan Grey: Edinburgh Comedy Award - Nominee Suchandrika Chakrabarti: Funny Women Stage Award - Finalist (also mentioned the course on Brian Logan’s podcast) Dominic McGovern: Finalist - Onlyfans Comedy Creative Fund Prize Salma Lyons: So You Think You’re Funny! - Finalist Rhoni Cash: So You Think You’re Funny! - Finalist Eliza Cass: Man Up! Competition - Finalist Ros Watt: Man Up! Competition - 2nd Place Kevin Bennett: Shakespeare’s Globe - Director Louisa Keight Adam Flood Lou Taylor Quotes: Andrew Lacey: I had the most incredible time. My confidence grew immeasurably. Ben’s ability to give a genuinely practical set of lessons is astounding. Ben is excellent at being a mentor and I feel very lucky to have met him. Toby McInnis: For anyone slightly nervous at the prospect of taking a stand up course, Ben is the perfect teacher. He makes the entire process feel safe, natural and fun. Monica Del Prado: Ben is an incredible teacher. If you’re thinking about signing up, absolutely do it. His course is thoughtful and provides the tools and space to explore and discover your comedic style. I left the course feeling confident and excited to continue performing standup! Andy Hunter: I loved this course. It was really well designed, inclusive and supportive. Ben broke the process down into manageable and easy steps that made writing and performing my first set surprisingly easy and lots of fun. Dates: Sunday April 5th-3rd May plus a showcase (May 10th) Time: 10 am - 1 pm Venue: The Bill Murray, 39 Queen's Head Street, N1 8NQ Cost: £294.99 or £224.99 (NHS, student and unemployment discounts available - just ask). Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Fresh off a sold-out European tour across 13 countries, Patrick Spicer returns home to London to start working on the next one. Expect half-formed ideas, crowd nonsense and the first shimmering sparks of comedic immortality. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

The Live Show of Barry's Economics - Stand Up Comedy and The Economics Of Being a Stand Up comedian and what you have to do to survive when the Economy, Psychology and The World seems against you. Nominated for Best New Show at Leicester Comedy Festival , 2025 . 'A marvelous, personal, beautifully constructed and laughter-packed show' (ThreeWeeks). (Scotsman). (BroadwayBaby.com). Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Bilal likes Bao buns Joey likes dumplings, Bilal is a chocolate guy Joey likes crispies, These two just can’t get it together in a dietary sense but IRL they are very nice friends. Join Joey Page ( tour support for Rob Beckett and Laura Smyth) and Bilal Zafar ( Ed fringe best newcomer Nominee & Leicester comedy fest best show nominee 2024) for a live episode of their highly hilarious podcast. Have you got a problem, mate? Then bring it along to the show in exchange for a lot of laughs. Special guest to be announced. No flag shaggers. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Please join the critically-acclaimed Rory Marshall as he takes us on another magical journey through a world of weird, wonderful and work-in-progress characters, and then crudely and unprofessionally asks you what you think of them and him. As seen on Starstruck, Ellie & Natasia, Channel 4 and heard on Radio 4. Edinburgh Fringe 2025’s Best-Reviewed Shows (British Comedy Guide) ‘I laughed so loud it was almost embarrassing... We should all be keeping a very close eye on Rory Marshall - because he’s about to blow up’ - Metro ‘Rory Marshall is the real deal: sharp, funny and one to watch’ - List ‘Deliciously good’ - Times ★★★★★ Metro ★★★★ Times ★★★★ Scotsman ★★★★ Chortle ★★★★ List Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Join acclaimed comedian and hit podcaster Horatio Gould as he cooks up a brand-new hour of standup. As seen on Comedy Central Live (Comedy Central). Tour support for Frankie Boyle, co-host of hit podcasts Fin VS History and Boys Gone Wild and co-creator Fin vs The Internet (70 million views on Instagram, 2 million on YouTube). “Horatio Gould is unequivocally excellent” The Skinny “Horatio is the funniest, freshest act out there” Frankie Boyle Mervyn Stutters Pick of the Fringe EdFestMag.com Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Cursed with the voice, face and arse of an angel, Katie Norris embarks on a personal odyssey into the untamed realms of her imagination following a sold-out run at Edinburgh Fringe and ours earlier this year. Nominated for BEST SHOW Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2025 Musical Comedy Awards Winner 2023 Leicester Best Show Winner 2025 ★special filming and last outing of show ever!★ 'Oddball songs, surreal asides, and a glorious persona.' The Guardian Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Jessie works out where she’s going wrong. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Bringing together a lineup of terrible comedian performing the worst comedy they have ever done! It's an Easter Monday Special ! You will be praying to the Lord that this show ends! it going to be bad. We have got some truly terrible acts doing material that has never be done before and shall never be done again. Hosted by Rob Duncan is supported by some of the Worst Comedy Acts: Julia Masli Ella The Great Jordan Brooks Luke Rollason Frankie Thompson Paulina Lenoir Neil Frost Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Phoebe Robinson is a standup comedian, best-selling author, producer, actress, and publisher. Her second standup special, "I Don't Wanna Work Anymore" premiered October 7, 2025 exclusively on YouTube. Phoebe is the author of the essay collections “You Can’t Touch My Hair,” “Everything’s Trash, But It’s Okay,” and “Please Don't Sit on My Bed in Your Outside Clothes,” and, in 2020, she launched her own imprint, Tiny Reparations Books. Robinson is also the co-creator and co-star of the podcast “2 Dope Queens” and HBO series of the same name. Other onscreen work includes the TV adaptation of “Everything’s Trash” and the standup special “Sorry, Harriet Tubman,” both of which are produced by her company, Tiny Reparations. She is the recipient of Variety’s Comedy Innovator Award for her work and continued contribution in comedy. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Musical comedy duo Flo & Joan have stolen a “real band”’s setlist and are using it to write their new show. This work in progress hour is the beginning of that venture. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Simultaneously unknown/ brilliant comedians Ross Smith and Richard Todd will regale you with sparkling new ideas, stupid half thoughts, stories that will leave you on the edge of your seats and opinions that will make you agree so hard your head will fall off from nodding. Come and join two of the UK’s most exciting middle to late middle aged comics as they give birth, suckle, raise and nurture their new jokes and send them off into the world trying not to cry. All done in an hour (45-50 minutes tops) Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

This year my show is a story I made up about me being an estate agent in the planet Jupiter. ‘A genuine original’ The Guardian Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Join Scottish comedy powerhouse Stu for the Leicester Comedy Festival debut of his critically-acclaimed new show about settling down, growing up and how he’s being controlled by his step-dog. In this sensational hour, the host of smash-hit podcast Some Laugh and star of BBC Scotland’s Scot Squad pokes fun at 30-something relationships, generational divides and why he doesn’t want to die surrounded by loved ones.

Amy Matthews (ITVx, Comedy Central) is scratching about in the dirt for new jokes and new ideas; come and help find them with her. This will be brand new stuff! The show is shaping up to be about what it means to support - or not support - someone dealing with alcoholism; queer joy; a stand off with a pigeon; learning to be angry; why Amy’s mum keeps milk in the car; learning about how a processing lag is affecting her life; why modern Shakespeare is so often very shite.

Take a cynical, detached mind forged in Eastern Europe and train it in the art of Western stand-up. The result is a brutally honest and sharply relatable hour of comedy. This show gives a microphone to the quiet, calculating voice in the back of your head. It’s an hour of comedy about the thoughts we all have, but are smart enough not to say out loud. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

As seen on BBC’s New Comedy Awards, Raj’s work in progress explores what it’s like being a fair skinned Indian boy growing up in Britain... where does he fit in? Raj has been on tour with ‘The Indian’s Are Coming’ nationwide, and tour support for Jamali Maddix, Milton Jones, Laura Smyth, Josh Pugh, Aurie Styla and Dylan Moran. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Fresh from a sold-out Edinburgh Fringe debut, Award winning Comedian Ayo Adenekan brings fresh, new, never-heard before jokes to the stage for the first and possibly last time ever! It’s gonna be swell! BBC New Comedy Award Finalist 2025 Comedians Choice Award Best Newcomer nominee 2025 Best Newcomer at the ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2025 Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

In her debut hour, BBC New Comedian of the Year Finalist 2024 and Pleasance Reserve 2025 alum Maia Tassalini guides the audience through an odyssey of power, shame, gossip, sex, public humiliation and being the world’s number one Monica Lewinsky stan. ‘Maia is a natural. Born to do it. Unreal!’ Shaparak Khorsandi Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Madeleine Brettingham is a writer and rising star on the stand-up circuit, who’s recently scooped a string of competition wins including winning the prestigious So You Think You’re Funny 2025 and taking silver in Funny Women in the same year, a unique double. Join her at the Bill Murray to see her work in progress of her debut show. She’s been praised for her “distinctive worldview” (Chortle), “tight and gag-packed” writing (Bruce Dessau), and “knack for blending offbeat observations with pacey, unexpected punchlines” (The List). ""A suffer-no-fools attitude that own the stage, a formidable gag rate and a precision with language that conjures up the perfect images” - Chortle Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

oo Kazakh for Britain, too Western for Kazakhstan - just exotic enough for old men in pubs. Aisha explores the absurdity of growing-up between cultures and being openly immigrant in Britain. “slick delivery with stereotype-crushing material that marks her out as a gifted and important voice” Rolling Stone “funny in the best way” Helen Bauer "Aisha Amanduri is a huge talent" Paul Sinha "It's nice" Borat (probably) Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Metroland Comedy are heading to The Bill Murray! Known for their sharp, surreal writing and wildly inventive characters, Metroland are one of the most talked-about new acts in British comedy. Included in both The Guardian and Rolling Stone's top picks of Edinburgh Fringe 2024, and recently nominated for Best Sketch Show and Best Newcomer at the 2025 Chortle Awards, Metroland are quickly becoming a must-watch name on the UK comedy scene. “Metroland make you angry that no one told you about them before... Get them on the telly now.” - Rolling Stone “Sharply surreal writing, natural funny bones.” - Chortle ★★★★ “The show truly shines.” - Broadway World “They’re the missing link between Vic and Bob, Rik and Ade, and Ren and Stimpy.” - Rolling Stone “It’s fcking brilliant.”★ - Sam Fender Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

After a whirlwind year, Micky Overman starts fresh, with new jokes and new routines to try. At time of writing these include: a desperate wish to get into astrology, the Dutch monarchy and ‘How women will be fine in Hell’, but there will be much more (or much less, depending on how the writing goes) Micky Overman is an award-nominated comedian, fresh off the heels of a successful international tour (culminating in selling out the prestigious Royal Theatre Carre in Amsterdam) of her last show: Hold On. Her previous show, The Precipice, was one of the best reviewed shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. She has written for and acted in sketches for ITV2, Channel 4, and BBC3, and is co-host of the very popular podcasts Thank F★ck For That and Your Couple Friends. Her social media content has received over 50 millions views online. Originally from the Netherlands, Micky's outsider perspective, quick wit, silly delivery and spot-on observations make her one Britain's most exciting female voices. Praise for Micky Overman: “Top-notch lines that wouldn’t be out of place in an A-lister’s Netflix special” (Chortle) "A pin-sharp torrent of precision gags and delightfully silly one-liners" (The Observer) Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Roast battle Watch hilarious comedians go head-to-head, tearing each other apart with the most brutal, no-holds-barred roast jokes you’ve ever heard. It’s fast, filthy, and outrageously funny. “Undeniably, Roast Battle doesn’t fail to live up to its expectations, serving to showcase a no-holds-barred contest of comedic athleticism, brazen putdowns and lightning-fast comebacks. A must see!” ★★★★★ You may have seen Roast Battle UK on Comedy Central or via various online platforms, now in it’s 10th year, this is where it all started as the official London Roast Battle League @roastbattle @roastbattleUK Presented by Roast Battle U.K. & Angel Comedy This is an 18+ event (Photo ID Required).

Angel Comedy Club is 'a comedy institution' (Time Out) that puts on affordable, world-class shows every night of the week. (What? Affordable and Quality, in London? Yep. Really) We showcase the best talent in the UK and beyond. Lots of our regulars have gone on to appear on Live at the Apollo, on panel shows like Mock The Week or have their own specials on Netflix. We're a friendly place where you get to see tomorrow's stars just before they break big Come find out why we've been voted the best venue in London for four years. Lineup is subject to change, but will probably include some of these legends: Presented by Angel Comedy This is an 18+ event

Angel Comedy Club is 'a comedy institution' (Time Out) that puts on affordable, world-class shows every night of the week. (What? Affordable and Quality, in London? Yep. Really) We showcase the best talent in the UK and beyond. Lots of our regulars have gone on to appear on Live at the Apollo, on panel shows like Mock The Week or have their own specials on Netflix. We're a friendly place where you get to see tomorrow's stars just before they break big. Come find out why we've been voted the best venue in London for four years. Lineup is subject to change. If this show is sold out - you can check out our free shows at the Camden Head - every day. Get there 30 minutes before and you can usually get in. Presented by Angel Comedy This is an 18+ event

Standup performed over big electronic beats. A show about Adam’s vanishing nightlife. ‘It shouldn’t work, but it absolutely does’, Metro. ‘A multifaceted comedy talent', Guardian. As seen on BBC and ITV. Adam Flood is a comedian from Stoke-on-Trent. Once a teenage drug-dealer, then an indie rockstar, now a comedian. In 2025 his debut standup show was released by the BBC. In 2026 he ran, sober, full speed into a closed glass door. Broadway World ★★★★ Ed Fringe Review ★★★★ Stutter’s Pick of The Fringe ★★★★ The Real Chris Sparkle ★★★★★ Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

An hour of comedy from Sami Abu Wardeh, a very silly man and trained clown, trying to shirk his newfound reputation as a serious, political theatremaker. "This was a raw and seethingly intelligent performance. Once it gets hammered into shape it’s going to be a force to be reckoned with." Chortle, Feb 2026 Winner of The Bestie's Heart Award "Defiantly goofy." Guardian★★★★ Rolling Stone ★★★★★ The Comic's Comic ★★★★.5 Chortle ★★★★ Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

"Paul brings the first known show of the comedy retail bereavement genre to the Bill Murray. As a socially isolated teenager Paul found solace in the glorious aisles of his favourite branch of the 90s and 00s chain Somerfield. He'd spend up to 2 hours a day in his beloved Stretford branch. In this show Paul looks at why he became so devoted and discusses the heartache he experienced when the store closed, with the show being split into the five stages of supermarket grief. Rolling Stone -Rising Stars of Comedy to see at Edinburgh Fringe Winner- Malcom Hardee Award for Comedic Originality 2025 'A show to fall in love with' The Scotsman 'Delightfully absurd...beautifully written jokes that landed perfectly' Beyond The Joke 'Very funny jokes...strangely moving' Edinburgh Reporter "He's the funniest new act I've seen in years, razor sharp gags about his very, very sad mundane life. Also, he's not pretending to be weird, he really is!" - Lucy Beaumont Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

This show is a Work in Progress. Catherine Bohart - as seen on Live at the Apollo, QI and LOL Ireland is back with a new show. Well, the beginnings of a new show. Well, she’s certainly thinking about beginning a new show. Certainly she’s certain she should be. Come watch this Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee humble herself before you while she tries new jokes as you give her real time feedback. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

A brand new work-in-progress stand-up show from professional little know-it-all Rhys James. Mock, QI, Apollo. Sure. TikTok. Yep. Instagram? Obviously. But let's be fair, released a book in 2025 too and went on Channel 5 News to plug it. This show will be funny, but maybe not as funny as in a few months' time. This is reflected in the ticket price. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Dates: 13th April - 17th April plus showcase on April 18th. Time: 10.30am-5pm Duration: 5 consecutive days with a relaxed showcase for those who want to perform. Showcase: 12:30-3pm Saturday April 18th Location: The Bill Murray, London. Cost: £450/£325 NHS, student and unemployment discounts available - just ask Ticket link at the bottom of this page This course is for people who have never done stand up comedy or new comedians looking to sharpen their act. We will look at the very basics of stand up comedy, from learning how to write a simple "pull back and reveal" joke to how to apply for gigs on the London circuit. The intensive course covers everything in our usual courses and allows a significantly larger amount of time on stage for participants. The course will cover detailed joke writing, performance and developing your stand up persona. In the last 2 years previous alumni of Dec's course have won Britain's Got Talent, So You Think You’re Funny (with 6 getting to the semi finals), the NATYS & Chortle Student Comedian of the Year, and were finalists in Funny Women, the Musical Comedy Awards, British Comedian of The Year, BBC New Comedian of the Year, Not So New Comedian of the Year, LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the Year, West End New Act of the Year, Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year, Beat The Frog World Championship and The Channel 4 Sean Lock Comedy Award. Also, 8 Beat the Gong at the Comedy Store. This could also be you in the year after you take the course! Who is teaching? Dec Munro is a co-founder of the Bill Murray pub (Chortle’s Best London venue 2025). He’s directed shows that have won awards at the Edinburgh Festival (Lara Ricote's which won Best Newcomer in 2022 and Sofie Hagen's in 2015) and at Leicester Comedy Festival (Stuart Goldsmith's show in 2023 which won Best Show) been turned into TV shows ("Juice" by Mawaan Rizwan for which Mawaan won the BAFTA for Male Performance in a Comedy in 2024) and been seen around the world. He's also worked on stand-up sets that have been on Live at the Apollo, Conan, Netflix specials, Mock the Week and Radio 4. More importantly, he loves comedy and he is excited to work with comedians at all stages of their career. Dec has directed stand up shows by Mawaan Rizwan, Lara Ricote, Alasdair Beckett-King, Henry Rowley, Ellie Taylor, Stuart Goldsmith, Angela Barnes, Kuan-Wen Huang, Andrew Hunter Murray, Michael Akadiri, Sukh Ojla, Zach Zimmerman, Sofie Hagen amongst others and given Outside Eyes (show notes) to acts including Viggo Venn, Grace Campbell, Jordan Brookes, Alexandra Haddow, Daniel Rigby, Tatty Macleod, Jake Patrick, Kemah Bob, Jonny Pelham, Gauri B, Shenoah Allen, Avital Ash, Ted Hill, Mark Bittlestone, Marjolein Robertson, Kate Cheka, Graham Dickson, Raul Kohli, Alaire Thomas, Sikisa, Coco the Clown, Hasan Al Habib, Ben Pope, Fiona Ridgewell, Dinesh Nathan, John Meagher, James Barr, Benji Waterhouse, Steve Bugeja, Chloe Radcliffe, Jacob Hawley, Joshua Bethania, Alex Kealy, Ritu Arya, Mark Silcox, Abby Wambaugh, Sam Nicoresti (and many more also brilliant people) "I cannot recommend Dec Munro highly enough. His feedback is measured, insightful, never superfluous and ALWAYS useful." Angela Barnes "He will make you into the best version of yourself. I am never funnier or more productive than when I am in the company of Dec." Sofie Hagen "Definitely recommend Dec's course for anyone who wants to start in comedy and is unsure where to begin. It definitely helped me go from a local comedy club to the BBC in a very short time" Joshua Bethania (Winner, So You Think You're Funny and BBC New Comedian Finalist 2022) "Dec Munro, award-winning director and comedic hero is our (genius) teacher. Yes, comedy, but not a sense of humour, can be taught. Just do the course -it’s brilliant. " The Times, article by Caroline Phillips about Dec's intensive course January, 2024. Since Dec's intensive course started running at the Bill Murray in summer 2022 every course has been fully sold out - usually between 1-5 weeks before the start date See more - http://www.Decmunro.Com/testimonials/ ★★Feedback from latest Intensive courses: "Most people would secretly love to do standup - some don't mind the idea, some vomit at the thought of being on stage but would love to find a way to do it - as impossible as it sounds, if that's you, find a way to sign up and give yourself one of the biggest gifts you'll ever give yourself. If you do just one thing in your life to challenge yourself, make it this and I promise you won't regret it. Parts of you will shine, in the most warm and kind space imaginable, in a way you can't comprehend right now." Gareth Beavis, Editorial Director, The Better Web Co. "If you’re thinking about doing this course, just go for it. Dec knows funny. I’ve been running workshops for more than a decade and the way he handles a room is masterful. Each person is heard, supported and challenged to discover their own unique voice. We learned a lot, laughed a lot - it’s the best thing I’ve done." Ella Simms "Dec is a genius. So incredibly generous, knowledgeable and nurturing. He helps you find your voice and creates a very encouraging atmosphere to try stuff out... everyone in the group was super kind and helped each other.. I absolutely loved this course.. Highly recommend!" Ritu Arya, Actor (Red Notice, The Barbie Movie, Umbrella Academy) "This course was one of the best weeks of my life" Luciana Berger, Former MP, Senior Advisor inHouse Communications & Life Peer (House of Lords) "Anyone that's thinking of trying stand up comedy for the first time.. I really enjoyed it! I loved the kindness, the preparation and delicateness and first timers coming in and being excited for the ride of their life. Anyone who's thinking about doing this - I'd highly recommend it. Do it! (if you want)" David Casteneda, Actor (Sicario 2, Umbrella Academy, Most Dangerous Game) ‘I have ADHD so I really hate homework - but I actually did some for Dec! Feedback forms usually feel like a very boring chore that make my brain start to dribble out of ears while I cry and I did mostly fill this out while high but then this question made me stop and realise just how much I got out of the course and that I should finish in the morning. Morning: Dec is incredible - I was feeling lost in my own overthinking and self-doubt but the supportive and nurturing atmosphere he curated allowed me to confront vulnerabilities, actually enjoy myself, let go a bit and this helped me solve some approach and persona inner battles that I’d trying to figure out alone for 6 months - in just 5 days.’ Scarlett Kefford "This course is life changing. I loved it" Vishen Lakhiani, Founder of Mindvalley “If you’re thinking of doing Dec’s comedy course, could I encourage you to do just that. It honestly might very easily be one of the best decisions of your life. Dec is encouraging, supportive, clever and insightful but above all, a wonderful human. This is hard to find in any walk of life. But what he’s got in addition to that, is a touch of magic. He somehow got our group of completely diverse newbies of totally varying abilities to get up and do a standup showcase, which was AMAZING. And to be a kind soul AND have magic powers must surely be one of the most rare things in the world. And by the way - I didn’t just learn how to write a joke, you weirdly find out who you are via the back door, and how to play against or with it for comedic effect - and you could save yourself years of therapy fees, religious conversions or gap years and find yourself here instead. If this was a theatre show I’d say JUST GO. BOOK NOW. But because it’s a comedy course, I’ll say SELL YOUR SISTER. AUCTION YOUR WIFE. You won’t regret it. Thanks Dec. You are a legend.” Jonathan Stadlen, Managing Director, Knickerbockerglory “Feels like gaining superpowers. Dec has created a doorway into the wonderful world of comedy and I am forever thankful to him and the Bill Murray. A truly transformative experience.” Alex Bache, Creative Director "A life changing experience that made me a better, funnier person at work and at home." Sharath Jeevan OBE (Founder, Intrinsic Labs and Lecturer at Oxford & Cambridge Universities on Leadership) "If you want to try something new in a fun and supportive environment and meet amazing people, sign up right now! Even if you’re not sure whether you’re funny or nervous about performing - this course will bring out the best in you. The week-long intensive version was a great option because we had people travel to London from all over Europe for it, and you bond so much as a group. Dec is basically the teacher from Dead Poets Society. Get on board, it’s unforgettable. " Kat Dellar, MBA Student "Quite simply one of the best weeks of my life. Dec is fantastic, you will have a wonderful experience and laugh until it hurts every day!" Dan Radford CTO Gass Productions "Dec's kind nature sets a lovely supportive environment to learn in. You will also feel like you've unlocked comedy cheat code, or at least opened your eyes to how that's achievable. It's an awesome week, I got the confidence and tools to go from zero stage experience to delivering actual stand-up material. Oh - and you'll gain a whole new community of silly fun friends. 10/10." Joe Hannaby, Airline Pilot "This course was the best thing I’ve ever done. Every day was the best day of my life. Dec creates a safe, supportive space for people’s humour to be launched into the world. One week on this course has given me more confidence and self worth than a life time of therapy ever could." Alex Jones, Metadata Manager, Radioplayer “I have wanted to “have a go at” stand-up for over a decade. I have always felt blocked in accessing that aspect of my creativity and feared failing. I booked on Dec’s course at the wonderful Bill Murray Comedy Club in order to push me out of my comfort zone and help me see if stand-up was for me. I ended up having a truly life affirming experience. I now have a 5-minute set to hone and a creative outlet. Oh, and lots of new very funny friends. Dec takes you through the basics in a very supportive way and at no point does it feel exposing, although it is challenging (in the best way). I would recommend this course to anyone wanting to scratch an itch/explore a dream/gain more confidence standing in front of people.” Rob Jones, NHS Professional. “This course was one of the greatest things I have ever done in my life. In just one week I took a few ideas on a page to my first full 5 minute stand-up set. I fulfilled a lifelong dream in just 5 days and it’s all thanks to Dec and is skills as a teacher and mentor. Such a fun, relaxed and supportive environment to explore one of the greatest gifts - laughter." Michelle Ahern, Marketing Director, TEDxSydney "I've been around the world and seen and done many things - but this was one of my favorite weeks ever! Dec makes you feel very comfortable, the people are amazing, and you feel so proud after the showcase! I'm also a stickler for efficiency, and classtime was very well used, giving you many chances to practice on stage in a way that makes you feel good in front of the class. 1000% worth it, stop thinking just do it :) " Alyne Tamir, Content Creator (@Dear Alyne) "I started Dec's 5-day stand up course thinking 'I like comedy, I'd like to try this' and ended it thinking 'I love comedy, I want to do more of this.' Dec knows the industry inside-out and has a unique talent of passing his knowledge and passion onto other people. The confidence of the whole class rocketed across five days and that's wholly down to Dec. He's basically a genius and annoyingly, a really nice person too." Lauren Layfield, Radio and TV Presenter “I’d had the recommendations, seen all the glowing reviews, but now, having done the course, I can see that no words really come close to describing how utterly phenomenal and enriching the experience is. Dec is a fantastic teacher, head cheerleader, font of comedy wisdom, purveyor of kind and laser-focused feedback, skilled holder of space, and a thoroughly lovely human being to boot. If you have even the vaguest interest in comedy or have ever fancied giving it a bash, then you will not regret signing up. You will be well looked after in finding your unique comedy voice, in the most supportive of environments, with a bunch of awesome and diverse new friends. Just do it!" Nafeeza Towheed, Integrative Psychotherapist, Leadership Coach, Supervisor and Trainer "Superb teacher, lovely environment. I learned more about my authentic self in 5 days than any self help book or yoga retreat ever taught me. I learned to laugh again." Rich Bunn, Senior Programme Manager for the House of Commons "I came all the way from New York for this course because my friend told me that wherever you're from in the world it's the best place to learn to write a joke. After taking it I definitely believe that. I loved the course and I'd totally recommend it" Alaire Thomas, TikTok/Instagram influencer "Dec is a comedy legend, being wrapped up in his comedic brain for a week is a huge privilege and will surely ignite a supercharged passion for humour and the craft of comedy in you. His balanced approach of honesty, positivity and professionalism will make you feel at ease and allow you become the best comedian you can be! I would genuinely recommend this course to every one, you can’t not gain from exploring the world of comedy, you’ll be sure to become a better performer, boost your confidence and even make some amazing friends from all walks along the way." Salma Abouelela, Creative "If you are reading this, then you are interested in everything this course has to offer! I hovered over the book now button for months and months, and I’m so pleased I finally pressed it! Just book it. Honest. I’ve worked for 20 years as a musician (under the stage) and in the last 10 years I’ve worked as a solo guest cabaret on cruise ships and clubs. I wanted to learn techniques of joke writing, try my hand at seeing if I could deliver material, have fun, be challenged and meet great people. Dec made all that possible. You are in totally safe hands! It’s also in a good area near to lovely cafes/shops/pubs so if you are travelling and staying down in London you will have a great time. There is work though and your brain will be bubbling over in a pleasant way ...I’m excited to use some of the ideas in my music show. I recommend to anyone who has to present anything really. I think wherever we came from and whatever our experience was we all took away valuable things. Georgina Jackson, Jazz musician "I wasn’t sure if stand-up was for me but I just had this niggle that I wanted to try it - and I’m so glad I did! Yes I felt like I was throwing myself out of a plane every time I got on stage the first day. But YES I loved it, feel so much more confident, know more about being funny and met some excellent people. And I laughed a lot! If you want to laugh for six days straight then this is the course FOR YOU" Lauren Turner, Senior Journalist, BBC "This course changed my perspective on what I'm capable of and has imbued me with the confidence to try something I always thought was out of my reach." Harrie Hayes, Actor, "Horrible Histories" "I liked everything about this course. The atmosphere that Dec creates of support, kindness, trust and friendship in the group is invaluable. Beyond the genuine lasting friendships and connections in the comedy community, it gave us all the gift of feeling comfortable and safe to try, to fail, to just do. I’ve never done a course this short, and I’ve never done a course where folks were so emotional over it coming to a close and how meaningful it was to us - that says so much. It’s fair to say that, even after 5 days, Dec is the best teacher I’ve ever had." Ori Winch, Nanny "You won't regret taking the course. Not only is Dec brilliant, your classmates will be too. You'll leave with a 5 minutes to take around open mics (if you want to) and a lovely new group of interesting and supportive friends." Chris Wilkinson, Freelance Writer "Educational, confidence building, uplifting - Just do it! It’s an investment in yourself. It’s the best course I can imagine. It’s the best course I’ve ever done. You’ll make great friends. Take a risk and just do it! You won’t regret it." Jamael Westman Actor (Alexander Hamilton in "Hamilton" West End/America, Star Wars:Starfighter) "This course is one of the best things I've ever done for myself as a person who loves comedy, and just generally as a human! In just 5 days this course delivered on so many of the best things in life - a safe space to creatively experiment, creative collaboration with amazing classmates, a chance to discover more about myself and my voice, a huge boost in confidence, and of course a lot of laughter throughout. Dec Munro is a wonderfully calm, kind and knowledgeable teacher who genuinely cares about each of his students. Five (million) stars." Heenu Nihalani, Senior Editor at a content consultancy "I had the joy of writing about the course for The Times. We had belly laughs, learnt more than I’d have thought possible in twice the time and then all pulled off really decent performances. To call Dec a “star” is like dubbing Buckingham Palace a “hovel.” Caroline Phillips, Journalist “I am so pleased I did this course! I’d been thinking about giving stand up a go for a really long time, but I have very little experience in public speaking and was worried about getting up on stage! I finally got the courage to give the course a go and I absolutely loved it! Dec created such a welcoming, creative, supportive space and we learned a huge amount about personas, joke writing, and we got the chance to practice! It was such a joy just to be part of this fun, funny group and enjoy our shared love of stand up! If you’re thinking of giving it a go, do it!” ★★Ruth Stokes "The quality of the work our group produced in such a short space of time was incredible. Listen to your sensei Dec, he knows what to do. The world is ready to listen to what you have to say if you can do it in a funny and original way; Dec is here to tell you you can as am I and every other person who's been through this experience. So what are you afraid of. Now go towards the thing that scares you." Tom Noon, Co Founder & CEO - Arcarta “What a week! Dec is the kindest and friendliest teacher I’ve ever had, from a welcome email to congratulations at the end of our show. He knows the world of comedy inside out and provides a really constructive and fun environment to learn. PLUS super detailed notes as well. I was worried that I wouldn’t be funny at all but throughout the week I found my style and was on a big high after the show. The course was so much fun and I learnt a lot. Wish I could go back in time and do it all again!” Viki Jackson, Head of Comms for the Museum of Happiness “If I could do this course every week, I’d really enjoy my life. The material, development and teaching are priceless!" Laura Riseborough, Actor "I've learned so much from working with Dec. His warm, supportive teaching style and self-effacing humour created a safe and encouraging environment for me to find my voice and experiment with my set. Dec's honesty and practical constructive feedback has been invaluable for my growth as a comedian. From the technical elements of performance and joke writing to the more ethereal components of authentic self-expression, Dec has the knowledge, expertise, and passion of a truly great comedy teacher. Dec Munro is a fantastic human being and I wholeheartedly recommend working with him." Tegan Verheul, Actor "Until I signed up to your course a month ago, comedy was a world I'd loved visiting as a day-tripper, but never properly explored. After the full on immersion of the past few weeks, and especially the last seven days, I'm properly addicted to the place. The things I wanted to get out of last week were to get back on stage, learn some comedy writing craft and take on a major challenge. Tick, tick, tick. Yesterday's showcase was a surreal and wonderful experience. I can't quite believe it happened, especially given how high the mountain looked and felt a only week ago. Crucially, I've also come out of the week with a whole bunch of funny and interesting new friends whose comedy careers I can follow and support and feel a connection to. That's an amazing thing and, I can imagine, may well prove to be the most important legacy of all." Dan Muirden, TV writer "As an Asian female blessed with a pretty face, an angelic voice and a genius mind Dec's intensive beginners’ course has given me the space to shine in my own unique way." Bilee Jou, author/(supporting) actor "A brilliantly thorough course, encompassing the cornucopia that is the comedy world, with a knowledgeable, patient, funny incredibly experienced comedy guide who is prominent and working in the business" Graham Stothard ITV/BBC News Reporter “The Beginners Intensive Stand Up Course at The Bill Murray was a joyful way to spend a week. It was so fulfilling to explore my creativity and to collaborate with a diverse group of exceotionally funny people. This course has created my first stand up comedy community and it’s so great to be a part of.” Stacey Edwards, Technical Operations Manager - Snapchat "I've taken it twice, it was that good" Beth Knight, Artist “I can honestly say this intensive course was one of the best weeks of my life. Stand-up is something I have loved my whole life, but something I never thought I could do. This course is the perfect way to build confidence, learn techniques and get stage experience, all leading to the final showcase. Dec creates a supportive, inclusive and fun community from the first day, leading with gentle authority and improving you every step of the way. You meet like-minded people from all walks of life, who you encourage, befriend and laugh with every day. I would not have had the courage to do stand up without this course - period. Now I have done it, enjoyed it and looking to do more! I can’t thank Dec and the Bill Murray enough.” Ben O’Dell, Marketing Account Director "There is nothing to lose and everything to gain, by doing this course. Dec creates a magnificent container of kindness which becomes a safe space to attempt comedy ourselves and supportively encouraging each other in the process. Dec's ability to communicate with clarity and enthusiasm gives the best possible foundation on which to learn joke formulation. And you will laugh. Lots." - Juliet Brook, Broadcaster "I loved every minute of the course and I'm sad it's over so soon. The people are fab, the teaching is great, and it's basically a week of making people laugh, and people making you laugh - what's not to love!" - Ryan Denham, Writer "This course not only helped me gain the confidence to get on stage for the first time but it also taught me new ways to write and approach comedy. Dec is a fantastic teacher who was able to foster a very supportive and fun environment in the class and give very specific tailored feedback to everyone so we were all able to improve and get the most out of it. I would recommend this course to everyone from people looking to start careers in comedy to people just looking to gain some extra confidence and learn how to be funnier in public speaking. This course has it all and is a lot of fun too." Matthew Hunter, Videographer, Logically "This course builds confidence and skills so stealthily you don't see it happening. I was shaking the first time I got in stage in class, couldn't think of a thing to say, and by the end of that week I was having the time of my life on stage in from of 50 strangers, delivering 5 minutes of material I'd written. A to B was literally just showing up every day, having fun. Hard recommend!" Vicky Elliott, Actor (Wallace & Gromit, Hebburn) “The MOST fun! I left with a lovely gang of new mates and a clear roadmap for how I might start to weave comedy into my writing, audio, and speaking work.” Franki Cookney, Freelance Writer/Editor/Podcast Producer "This course with Dec has been everything I wanted it to be and more!! It's given me the confidence to pursue the creative projects I've been wanting to do for years, with structure and a clear way forward, all in 6 days...magic! Also it was super fun." Ruby Visaria, Actor & Author "This course was completely transformative. I cannot believe how much progress the whole group made in just five days. It’s more than just a stand up course: it provides a network, best practices to generate material and inspiring advice to find your voice as a comedian. I cannot recommend the course and Dec’s teaching highly enough. Thirteen stars (and a jelly baby) out of five stars. Very nice." Glynn Goodall “As a TV personality who has a dream to transition into Stand-Up Comedy, I strongly recommend The Stand-up Comedy Class for Beginners with Dec Munro. Through the Course, Dec was able to guide and teach us (me) to the point of having enough confidence to take that first step. We learned techniques, understood boundaries and when/if to push them, we also learned to write and were given opportunities to take the stage in a safe and supportive environment. Following the course, I continued with coaching from Dec to prepare myself for a Comedy Competition. Through his guidance, I was able to “survive” my first audience-filled gig - afterward I cried, I felt exhilarated, I felt I had accomplished the impossible... and I felt thankful. Thank you, Dec, for helping me achieve a dream. I strongly recommend the Stand-up Beginners course and Dec Munro as a teacher and tutor.” Ann Kaplan Mulholland, ex Real Housewife of Toronto, Author & Entrepreneur "The course was informative, inspiring and lots of fun. Dec is a fantastic teacher with an encyclopaedic knowledge of comedy. As an absolute novice in a week I went from never having written or performed anything to a set in front of actual humans on a stage that has had some of my comedy hero’s on! Can’t thank Dec Enough!" Sasha Kinsley "Walking away with a 5 mins set and a community of stand ups. Couldn’t recommend the course or Dec more" Alida Wuenscher, Director's assistant, Film/TV "I'm that person (we all know the one) that is critical of everything and everyone, especially teachers/courses of a performative nature. But somehow Dec managed to surpass (just barely) my unreasonably high bar. He cultivates an environment that allows everyone to feel safe enough to fail and inspired enough to try again. And most importantly, if Dec has an ego, he's checked it at the door. No narcissistic, ego stroking BS in this class! Ahhh how refreshing! So, if you're like me and hesitant, because of too many battle wounds from previously awful, narcissistic teachers... Take a breath, sign up, you're in the right place." Sage Mears "The beginners’ course was an amazing opportunity to step out of my comfort zone and develop from a total beginner into being ready to perform a set in the course of a week. Dec is a brilliant teacher and creates a supportive, relaxed atmosphere but one in which everyone learned loads. If you’re thinking about signing up, go for it!" Oli Peat "For people thinking of signing up for this course, do it! We had folks do the class because they wanted to get into comedy, they love comedy, they were curious about how it’s done or they simply wanted to build confidence. If you don’t think that you’re unique or have a different perspective, you will come away from this course having been proven wrong. You couldn’t ask for a better guide through an intensive 5 day course than Dec - he brings out the best in everyone with kindness and patience." Julie Stirman, Singer/voiceover actor/singing teacher "I booked the course as something to do with my left over annual leave and it's probably the best holiday I have ever taken. Dec is amazing, your course mates will be amazing. You are funnier than you think you are and I promise you will laugh so much it hurts. Dec guides you through the basics in a way that is accessible to everyone and at the end of the week you get to perform your 5 mins to the most supportive audience. Honestly the best time, 10/10!" Alex Groves, Chief Editor, Springer Nature "Even if you're not into comedy, the course is an amazing way to get outside your comfort zone. Learned so much and gave me a new lease on being creative", Brian Byrne, Video Producer "Dec is everything you need in a comedy teacher: kind, calm, generous, encouraging... and a comedy connoisseur! The course felt like a college education condensed into a week. I think I filled an entire notebook. Dec created a safe space to study other comedians, test and perform your own material. I came away feeling so motivated to get started and give this stand up thing a proper go." Liv Long "Dec is the comedy equivalent of Charles Xavier from X-Men. He identifies your unique skills and strengths, helps you craft your persona, and equips you with the knowledge to thrive in the world of stand-up comedy!" Paddy Ryan "This course exceeded my expectations in every way, allowed me to do something I never believed I could do and helped unlocked confidence and creativity that will help me in my non-comedy life" Matt Brenner, Marketing Lead, NBA Europe "Take the course! Regardless of whether or not you want to be a comedian. Learning about and trying out stand-up comedy in the friendly supportive environment that is Angel Comedy I found is one of the best, challenging and rewarding ways for personal development. I thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of the course, its intensive nature, the camaraderie, the chance to perform at the showcase and taking what I’ve learned on the road/comedy circuit. Dec Munro is a great guy, a teacher who helps bring out and channel the funny in you." Jurgen Strack "I absolutely loved the course and highly recommend to anyone starting a career as a Standup, or to people wanting to refresh their comedic skills; also to people who want to get better at public speaking, or wanting to learn how to respond quickly under pressure. The course is friendly and Dec is extremely supportive. Dec has the ability to make everyone feel safe so going onstage in his course is a very pleasant experience. Highly recommend the course." William Da Silva, Vice President of Entertainment, Miral Experiences LLC "Doing this course has been life changing, I went from a fear of judgement and being seen/visible to experiencing a sense of freedom and the tentative first steps of self-acceptance. It has been amazing, life affirming and joyful." Carla Harris-Marsh, Teacher "I’d been recommending this course to friends before it even finished. I’ve come back to normal life after a week’s intensive learning about all things stand up feeling rejuvenated and ready to gig despite only having my first one at the showcase! Dec paces out every topic in and around stand up and handles it like he’s been doing it for decades (he has). Buy your dang spot on the next course already." Kieran Shah, User Researcher at Snook "An amazing course, taught incredibly well. A great way to build confidence and explore creativity." Vik Thanki, Financial Services Professional. ‘Dec’s already got more positive reviews than sexual intercourse, but here goes: He’s a kind, empathetic and supportive tutor, who’s extremely experienced and respected in the industry and so you’re in the best hands. The course is well designed and will guide you towards writing and performing (if you want to) five minutes of stand up within a week, which is quite something. You’ll meet some lovely, likeminded, creative people, make new friends and may well find your ‘tribe’." Henry, Lawyer "I arrived at the course with nothing and left with something. Dec is a legend and will get you to writing and performing at a higher level than before. Do this course." Craig Jaffa, Head of Marketing at Axia Futures "I've never before found an art form where I can be truly myself without being told I was too much. I am so grateful to have done this course." Alina Lew, actor "Don’t think, just go. It’s intense but thoroughly entertaining and you’ll not just come out with a tight set, but also with a lot of insight into your own comic abilities, not to mention a group of friends who are in the same boat as you and the knowledge that you can get Dec’s advice and guidance whenever you need it." Saurabh Kejriwal "Coming with zero experience and possibly too much enthusiasm, Dec’s course helped me put my first steps into the open-mic circuit and ensured I didn’t crash and burn. It also helped me focus on what I want to do with comedy." Mat Smith, Senior Editor “The course gave me a new lease of life. It’s tremendous fun, with an excellent teacher, who created an incredibly supportive environment for a diverse group of amazing people, some of whom will be lifelong friends. I’ll treasure forever the memories and the video of my showcase performance.” Peter Brewer, Former Managing partner and Chief Investment Officer, Cumulus hedge fund & apple hurling world champion 2011 “I took this course because there is no better way to convey serious messages than with humour, IMHO - and I wanted to do that better than via old jokes; I can now generate fresh, relevant and genuinely engaging content ... and got so much more from the course too - friends, a network of collaborators and a great life experience :-)" Gordon MacSween, Global Head of Patent Services for Clarivate plc “Dec’s intensive comedy course helped me create 5 minutes of material to perform, and more importantly gave me the confidence to perform it!” Joe Fry "I booked this course spontaneously within a few hours one day on a whim and I am so glad I did. I wasn't even particularly planning to be a comic but just did it to see where it took me and I cannot recommend it highly enough. Do not think too much about it, just do it and turn up (well, read the stuff before but just go headfirst into it!). You basically get to laugh for an entire week with a bunch of hilarious people from all different backgrounds, and Dec is one of the kindest humans I've ever met who has an absolutely magical superpower of tapping into what makes each person special and bringing that out in the funniest way possible. Expect to fail fast but bond over failing together in a safe and nurturing environment, and emerge at the end of the week with a clearer sense of who you are and how you view the world - and of course seeing the humour in it!" Rachael Stets, Strategy Director "I couldn't think of the last thing I've done compared to this which has been so valuable to my personal growth and my confidence in myself. I highly recommend it for anyone who is currently doing anything in their lives, even if you already have a Netflix special. Completely commit to it, think about comedy for a week, give it your all on stage and most importantly make friends with everyone else!" Dylan Almedia, Applied AI, Open AI “I would definitely recommend to any one even a little interested in comedy. A really uplifting, supportive five days, during which I gained confidence on stage, in my persona/material, and just in general. The showcase was a lovely end to the experience, watching everyone nail their 5 mins and really enjoy the time on stage was a testament to Dec and his course!” Susie, student "I could not recommend the course enough. It was so so so much fun and I have learnt a lot about comedy and also about myself. I genuinely feel like a different person. If I could grab you by the shoulders and shout "DO IT" in your face then I would. And I am not a shouter." Lucy Davies, Science Communications "This course gave me the confidence, guidance and support to try stand up- something I’ve been trying to get the courage to do for about 6 years. I learnt so much, and genuinely just had a great week!!" Anna Soden, Actor "I've wanted to try out stand up comedy for a long time, and the week long course has provided me with the perfect opportunity to do so. Dec is a fantastic teacher, offering not only the most professional teaching in comedy, but also invaluable guidance on how to start up a potential comedic career based on his vast experience in the industry. You will also get to meet the most supportive group of friends who are super passionate about comedy. That surreal feeling of leaving the whole room with laughters for the entire 5 minutes can easily be one of these truly memorable moments of your life." Charlie Chen, developer at a hedge fund "Want to be a stand up comedian? This course will make you one. Within a week, you'll go from holding a microphone upside down to confidently delivering 5 minutes of material in front of an actual audience in an actual comedy club. Dec is a brilliant, supportive teacher and the opportunity to have an experienced director support you in developing your initial act is too good to miss!" Oliver Wright "Dec Munro is the kind of teacher that you'll instantly move to the top of your 'Thank you' list for all the imaginary awards you win in the shower. And those might become actual real awards in the future if you do his course, follow his advice and keep up the work after." Hannah Smith, Marketing "What sets this course apart from other beginner's stand-up courses is the quality of the teaching: Dec isn't simply an astute and patient group leader, but evidently someone who not only loves stand-up itself, but actually loves introducing new-comers to it. He is knowledgeable without being pretentious, encouraging without being forceful, and sensitive to his students needs without being a soft touch. If stand-up is something you've ever thought could be a fun thing for you to do, let Dec show you that it is!" Ziad Samaha, Actor “We laughed all week and that’s exactly what I hoped for! It’s so much fun, learn a lot and make the best friends + invaluable showcase. Thanks Dec!” Eppie Bowler, Freelance Post Producer “If you’re one of those people who’s always wondered about trying stand-up but hasn’t yet pluckedup the courage to do so, this course is a great place to start. Dec is a kind, engaging and knowledgeable teacher who not only shows you the fundamentals of generating different types of material but also encourages you to step out of your comfort zone and go beyond what you previously thought you were capable of. It was fun, practical and truly life-affirming.” Alex Rogerson "Amazing week Dec is the best teacher! I would recommend signing up now to anyone who is thinking about taking this course. One of the best learning experiences I've had. Builds confidence, an amazing learning environment to take creative risks, learn about persona, process and the fundamentals of writing comedy. Dec excels at helping with ‘what comes next’ in a concrete, realistic way." ★★Hannah Binney "★★One of the most fun weeks of my adult life so far! In a black dark room in Angel with a wonderful bunch of humans, life becomes technicolour and magic. At the start of the course, I felt nauseous, but Dec distills the comedians process and breaks down each step into a digestible nuggets, so nothing ever feels overwhelming. By the showcase, getting on stage and holding the mic in front of an audience feels exhilarating and natural even. Dec is one of the kindest and most generous teachers out there. Only compliant is that the course wasn’t longer in duration. If you like having a laugh and being creative, this course is for you. If you like finding out more about yourself, improving your confidence and making new mates this course is for you. If you’ve any inclination to try out the course, just do it - you won’t regret it!" Rachel Carmichael, Freelance Producer and Director ‘I have ADHD so I really hate homework - but I actually did some for Dec! Feedback forms usually feel like a very boring chore that make my brain start to dribble out of ears while I cry and I did mostly fill this out while high but then this question made me stop and realise just how much I got out of the course and that I should finish in the morning. Morning: Dec is incredible - I was feeling lost in my own overthinking and self-doubt but the supportive and nurturing atmosphere he curated allowed me to confront vulnerabilities, actually enjoy myself, let go a bit and this helped me solve some approach and persona inner battles that I’d trying to figure out alone for 6 months - in just 5 days.’ Scarlett Kefford Weekly Course Feedback “Definitely recommend this course for anyone who wants to start in comedy & is unsure where to begin. Dec creates an environment which brings out the best in everyone and it definitely helped me go from local comedy club all the way to the BBC in a really short time” Joshua Bethania, Winner, So You Think You’re Funny 2022, BBC New Comedian Finalist 2022 “This course is great - do it! Dec’s friendly, relaxed but professional approach gets the best out of everyone & makes it so much fun to learn the basics of stand up. He brings knowledge, enthusiasm and experience to his teaching and covers everything from writing techniques to booking gigs in an accessible and engaging way. I learned loads, laughed a lot and met some great people while doing it.” Jonathan Blake, Political Correspondent, BBC News "I usually don't like meeting new people or public speaking but really enjoyed the whole course, Dec creates a great, supportive atmosphere immediately, felt encouraged and confident all the way through :)" ★★Quinn Lambert "This course was incredible! Meeting comedy lovers and embracing new challenges helped me grow and feel empowered. Stepping out of my comfort zone was so rewarding!" Diogo Sousa, NHS “I can’t say enough good things about Dec’s Beginner’s Stand-up course. It’s cleverly structured. The teaching is top class. On week 1 everyone was terrified. By week 5, we were jumping up on stage to practise material on each other. Dec created an inclusive environment while still pushing us to improve every week. I came away with a solid understanding of the foundations of stand-up - persona, joke-writing, performance, and how to get into gigging. The final showcase was a blast - the nicest way to do an early gig. But I haven’t just come away with new knowledge (and what critics including my mum have described as a frankly side-splitting five minutes of material); I’ve made friends - weeks on we’re still seeing each other regularly to workshop, gig, and (shock) socialise. And did I say the teaching was good? It was really good. Dec was supportive and knowledgeable. He had smart ways to teach us things that weren’t just sit-down lectures. And, he’s brilliant at helping you find what’s funny about you, and how to turn what could be a joke into... a joke. I’d recommend the course to anyone whose mates have ever told them ‘You should do stand-up’. Your mates are probably wrong, but the course is fantastic.” ★★Genny Edwards ★★"You spend a week full of creativity and joy, you find your own voice in standup, you meet wonderful people. I was not serious about doing standup, yet, at the end of the course, I somehow found myself with gigs booked, material written and a group of fellow comedians always ready to support. Magic." Alexey Potemkin, Managing Director Osome "Dec's class is the best way to get started doing stand up. Working with a director who regularly has shows at international comedy festivals is helpful because he can provide a 3rd party perspective that's incredibly professional. Very generous person and wise teacher. If you're serious about stand up, take the class. Hopefully you can get a spot!" Nina Kramer "Dec has an incredible instinct for crafting all different types of comedy. Dec is a gifted, generous teacher. He is insightful and comprehensive in his teaching. He is humble and kind. His love for comedy shines through and will increase your heart and stamina for it." Rosemary Gomes "This course was fantastic. Dec Munro is a great teacher - engaging, personable, supportive and very funny; he helped me to build something that I am proud of, and I really loved working with the other group members. He's very good at what he does. It was like learning to drive in a Rolls Royce." William Arnall-Culliford "Dec is an outstanding comedy teacher and mentor. He brought out the best in my work, encouraging me to take risks, play to my strengths, and create comedy content that gave me the opportunity to have fun. I would highly recommend working with him if you have the opportunity. I'd absolutely recommend the course, for those who want to do stand up, for anyone who wants to sharpen their comedy writing skills, for people who want to improve their public speaking, or build confidence." Maria Gregg “With Dec’s abundance of knowledge about comedy and the business, this course is the perfect way to get started in stand-up. But it’s worth doing even if you never intend to get up on another stage after the final showcase. These classes really demonstrated that comedy is an awesome way to take what’s different about us (and potentially the things we’re self-conscious about) and turn them into something funny, which is actually quite a profound way to gain self-confidence. It’s also just a fun, creative way to spend your weekend.” Fran Fabriczki "I loved this course! Given that it's pretty much everyone’s worst nightmare to stand up in front of strangers and try to make them laugh, Dec does a fantastic job from the very beginning of fostering an encouraging, friendly atmosphere where we all help each other to find what makes us individually funny. I had no creative - let alone comedic - experience going into this course, and I was still able to perform a 5 minute set at the end of it. I had put off trying stand-up for ten years out of nerves, but after seven weeks I really enjoyed performing in front of an audience and want to do more." Annabel Edmonds “I had the best time on Dec’s course. He equips you with all the tools you need to do your first five minutes and have the confidence to get up and perform. The structure of the course was the perfect balance of interactive/practical and teaching. The teaching was incredibly clear and I’ve come away knowing what I need to do in the shorter/medium and longer term. Dec is incredibly supportive and cultivates a really supportive environment amongst everyone in the class - as a result you finish the course having met some amazing people who will accompany you on your comedy journey forthwith.” Abbi Cole "Phenomenal course with the right balance between structured learning, practise and feedback, and open discussion. Would 100% recommend to anyone wanting to start out in comedy or just enjoys stand up. Dec is incredibly open and insightful as a teacher and his feedback helps you grow so much more as a performer." Morag Deans "Dec's Introduction to Stand Up course has been a fantastic experience. His ability to instil confidence and draw out the funniest side of people is remarkable. His insight and advice is invaluable, and he ensured the atmosphere was nothing but supportive and welcoming for the duration of the course, meaning everyone achieved tangible progress week on week. I would leap at the chance to work with Dec again in any capacity." Sam Coade "As a beginner to comedy, Dec helped me to feel welcomed into this strange world right from the start. If you have been wanting to finally make the leap into performing comedy, this course is a great first step! I highly recommend the course to all those out there who have been waiting for a sign to finally start their stand-up career. This is it, this is that sign." Anna George "Dec's got a real knack of finding what’s funny about you, drawing it out and helping you hone in on it, sometimes even before you've realised what that even is. He created a relaxed atmosphere in the class which gave space for people to grow into their comedy." Jamie Cutteridge "I would thoroughly recommend this course. As someone who aspires towards stand up but suffers from a lack of confidence/nerves, I have found Dec's help to be invaluable in these early stages. His knowledge, credentials and clear passion for the subject are a clear indication to me that if you require help with stand-up comedy, Dec is the person to ask." Dan Powell "I guess my situation was maybe a bit unique and I really had no idea what I was signing up for, looking at a schedule that included booking gigs and a live performance at the end I thought I was well out of my depth! But the course was well paced, engaging, supportive and with a great bunch of people (and Dec) and it took me to a place where I actually felt confident to perform and would even do it again, most importantly it was fun!" Tom Naish "I took Dec Munro’s 'Getting started...' class and was very impressed with the course. Beyond my expectations, the course took me from complete zero to a working 5 min set and gave me the tools and confidence to deploy it on an unsuspecting stand-up world. Dec really knows his stuff and it shows." Tom McManus "I'm really appreciative of Dec's guidance as well as generosity with his time. His style of nurturing everyone's individual style (rather than a prescriptive "in order to be funny do A, B and C") is really great - which lets each person's personality come through to create their own authentic brand and style of humour." Varun Kumta "A fantastic course that I would recommend to anyone with a passion for stand-up. Dec really encourages you to harness on what already lies within. Plus a great opportunity to meet amazing people." Nikki Goffe "I would 100% recommend this course to anyone who wants to get an insight into comedy from someone who really knows what they're talking about and really pushes you to work harder to do your best." Naif Mohamed “This course is great! Dec has helped me immensely to begin my journey as a stand up comedian. The course was full of useful insights as well as allowing creative freedom and challenging me to do things I wouldn’t have thought I could do so quickly! Also Dec is a great bloke.” Jon McMain "I would highly recommend this course. Even though I had already completed a beginners course in the past. It was great to go back to basics, re-focus and come away with a greater understanding and tight set plus. I am very happy." Elaine Blackmore "Dec was incredibly supportive and knowledgeable while remaining constructively critical. My writing and editing ability has drastically improved since starting the course and I would recommend to anyone thinking about taking part in the future to do it! End-to-end, a fantastic experience." Laurence Kite "Dec perfectly balances encouragement and honesty to create a free and expressive atmosphere enabling interesting material and personas. Working with Dec for just a few months has really accelerated the development of my persona, material generating skills and trust in my individual comic voice" Annie Sheppard "Dec has rekindled my love for stand up comedy. Previously I had given up on writing and performing stand-up, now I'm picking it back up again with even more determination. It's terrible. It’s basically all Dec's fault that I now have a solid 5-minutes, that I'm really pleased with and I think is genuinely funny. Damn You Dec Munro! Damn you!" Harry McIlroy "Dec is excellent at packaging comedy in a fun, accessible way to all, communicating with ease how to understand the importance of persona and how a comedian is seen by the audience. Allowing us to "find our funny" and understand that everyone has something to say, everyone can find and communicate what we find funny and deliver with economy of words and with creative performance techniques, I am so so glad I took Dec's course, comedy is terrifying but horrendously rewarding and I would recommend it to anyone looking to take comedy seriously." Grace Viccary "I found this course incredibly insightful and made me think about stand up differently and actually open my eyes to some of the realities and real practicalities of it. Dec's take on how much character and persona play into the delivery and writing process is unique and has not only deeply informed my understanding of the creative process around standup, but also allowed me to better appreciate comics out on the circuit today." Lewis Craig "Comedy has been a long term passion for me and although I'd never given it a go myself, I pushed myself to try something new and joined Dec's Get started in Comedy Course on Zoom. Dec was a brilliant teacher who harboured a very supportive atmosphere amongst the group, which let us know that we could always try out material amongst a very encouraging audience. He was great at explaining techniques and showing examples from a wide variety of big names in comedy. The best thing about the course was that Dec spent time with us in 1on1 sessions to help us create and refine our first 5 minute set, before performing it in front of the rest of the class. This meant that we finished the course with our very own first set, the experience of performing it in front of people and clear next steps about what to do in the world of comedy." Dominic Burrell "Dec provided us with a rounded and well-formed intro to the world of doing the stand-up that came from a place of experience and knowledge. If you need a nudge in the right direction cos you have the itch this is a great route to get you going." Andrew Garnet "If you're considering taking this course - stop considering and book it up immediately. It's just the most enjoyable, life-affirming week. You'll come out of it with five minutes of standup comedy that you never thought you could produce, you'll have performed it which is the most exciting experience you can imagine, and you'll have made a bunch of new friends. Whether you want to work in comedy or you just want to clamber out of a rut and stretch your brain, this is the place. Go for it." Chris Smith (broadcaster and bestselling children's author) "Dec was an outstanding teacher for a number of reasons - his technical knowledge covering everything from an opening gambit to persona and delivery. Since the course, I have been able to analyse and critically assess the positives and the pitfalls of both good and bad sets and tailor mine to be more effective and snappy. What I enjoyed perhaps the most was Dec gave us the freedom to explore comedy in our unique styles and guided us based on those styles. I have found other teachers or courses may sometimes be relatively generic in delivery and advice, and material generated there would be boxed in by the conformity, whereas Dec let the participants present their own work and helped each of us craft it using his perspective. I also found the one to one session very useful & a unique part of the course. Dec has a pleasant and warm nature and vast experience, knowledge and passion. Recommended!" Alf E Jones "I really enjoyed the zoom course with Dec and I learned so much. His feedback was very precise and detailed." Andrea Koikai "One of the best decisions I've taken in years. The opportunity to learn a new skill, meet some amazing people and learn from a super knowledgeable tutor is priceless. It's worth the price twice over." Kevin Cromwell "Get started in comedy is a fantastic course. I am definitely a lot more confident in my knowledge of the ins and outs of stand up. Apart from being a smashing bloke, Dec is straight up in his critique of your work and helps you to find the funniest truth of your material. Highly recommended." Dave Layde “I’m unfunny as default, so comedy had always been something magical and unapproachable and now it’s a realistic activity for me.” Leo Schick, journalist and producer "I came to Dec Munro's class new to comedy and not really knowing what to expect. Within the first session, I already knew that the Stand Up Beginner's course had become the highlight of my week. Dec is a wonderful teacher who clearly has a wealth of experience and knowledge to draw on and communicate in his particularly patient and twinkly-eyed way. The pace of the course saw me go from dreaming about performing on stage, to learning the fundamental skills of a standup like "persona", writing and stage presence to eventually performing my own material in front of a live audience in one of London’s best comedy clubs! I would recommend this course to anyone with a passing interest in comedy, someone who wants to build their confidence or anyone who just wants to meet like-minded people and feel part of a community. All in all, I feel richer for the experience!" Jake Patrick "Dec takes you from being a trembling wreck to someone who can survive and thrive for 5 full minutes on stage in an amazingly short period of time." Robert Griffiths "Dec is a fantastically supportive teacher, who over the course has been able to take me from zero to a 5-minute set. His knowledge about the structure of jokes, how to balance honesty with humour and how to get started in the industry are invaluable. I have finished the course feeling fantastic and confident to start pitching for slots. Thank you Dec!" Jen Larner About the course: "A rollercoaster seven weeks from having absolutely no idea what I was doing, to standing in my dining room doing pigeon impressions to complete strangers in the name of comedy. Dec's course goes from persona to performance with tons of support along the way, and I'd thoroughly recommend the whole experience." About Dec: "A rare human being with a knack for bringing out the funny in people in a way that completely suits their persona and style. Dec doesn’t seem to say a lot, but he doesn’t need to, because whatever he offers is measured and meaningful." Victoria Barker "I consider myself an introvert, yet through Dec's comedy course I learned to embrace it and build it into my comedy persona. I've come out of Dec's course more confident not just in my comedy skills but also other parts of my life. You don’t have to be a class clown or a natural centre of attention to excel in comedy. Go for it!" Peter Hoffer "I've gone from zero to hero doing Dec's course! I had so much fear about writing my own set. It had stopped me taking the subject at university 20+ years ago! Since doing this course with Dec I have overcome a debilitating fear that stopped me, and I can now write my own standup comedy and perform it in my own unique style. I now know who I am as a comedian, what I stand for and my performance style. Thank you!" Franny Treymaine "It had been suggested I try standup and after browsing online I came across Dec's course. I was interested and made contact. From then on Dec was quick to reply to any questions I had and a quick phone call with him confirmed that this was the course for me. I have loved every single session. Dec has been able to teach me (a complete beginner) some incredibly helpful tools in a clear and concise manner. He is always on hand to help with feedback/suggestions. I would recommend this course to everyone." Sean B "Three words to describe this course, so ably led by Dec: Wow, Wow and Wow. Were I allowed a fourth word, it’d also be Wow. The course is super-supportive, cleverly laid out and really does get you to a point where you not only have a tight 5 minute set, but also you think ‘ok I might actually be able to land this.’ I’d highly recommend." ★★Ollie Williams,★★Teacher "You may not sure what is funny about you or how to be funny. Or maybe you have an idea because your friends find you funny. Dec helps you on this course to unleash all your potential and understand how your jokes and your ideas can be shaped to make you become a Comedian. You will end this course understanding the techniques that work and building a natural intuition to transform all your sentences into funny material. Also, I often do public speaking for my day job and this course helped me feel more confident than ever in both stages, the professional and the comedy one." Roger Ferrandis "I really enjoyed the course and learned stuff about myself and comedy. Even if no one laughs again, I’ll always have the Bill Murray showcase!" Sandra Millar, Church of England minister "I never thought I would get to a point where I could perform 5mins of stand up in front of an audience, but I felt comfortable doing this by the end. Dec is an incredibly engaging and talented teacher. I couldn’t recommend this course enough." Caroline Steel, (Presenter, Crowd Science on the BBC World Service) "Dec shines a light on areas of comedy which are hidden from most. I would recommend this course to aspiring comedians, those who are simply curious regarding how comedy works, anyone who has a speech which needs an injection of humour or if you just feel like learning a new skill" Leon Earlington "It has been an absolute pleasure being part of Dec's class. I joined with no expectations of continuing after the showcase but I have enjoyed every part of the course enough to know, it doesn't stop here! Found my happy place! I cannot recommend Dec highly enough . He is a kind, generous and wise teacher who will be there for you through this process to make sure you get to where you want to. He will help and guide you to let you craft 'your funny' giving you the tools you need." Chandkiran Nath "I'm so glad I found this comedy course taught by Dec Munro. He has been very generous with his time and wisdom throughout. His knowledge of comedy skills and informed practice has been invaluable to me and, from what I witnessed, others in the group. His style is nurturing and enabling. He allowed me to try out work and fine tune it with the 1:1 session which finally gave shape to a piece I can be proud of performing. I found his approach nourishing for my inner comedian. When I researched where to take a course, his stood high above the others in my opinion. I was not disappointed at all. I'm looking forward to developing my five minutes to the next stage. Thank you so much Dec." Rob Windsor "In 6 weeks with Dec, I wrote more pages of fuller-formed thoughts that might be sorta funny than I have in the 19 years of wanting to get into comedy where scribbles never transformed into something more. This is largely because Dec does two things brilliantly: provides a scaffolding to the art of creating comedy without making it a full-on science; and transmits (to anyone listening to him) a deep understanding of the writing process that leads to insightful comedy." Angadh Nanjangud "I joined Dec's Stand-Up Beginner's course because I wanted to learn more about writing comedy, and I am so glad I did! Dec guided us through everything, from establishing a persona and turning much-loved pub stories into material to joke structures, performance techniques and so much more. And all that nerdy comedic learning was balanced with dedicated performance-time each week, which brought our material to life in front of the most supportive group imaginable. I'm gutted my course has already come to an end. If you've long considered stand-up but always found an excuse not to, this course will put an end to those excuses. You won't find a more relaxed, supportive and hilarious course to learn comedy on, run by the kindest man in comedy - and you can quote me on that!" Imogen Bole “I cannot recommend Dec enough. He has been wonderful to work with, on both a personal and professional level. The course brings out the best in everyone and leads to such an amazing community. I can’t imagine a better space to learn comedy, nor a better teacher to learn it from.” Fred McMahon "Thank you very much Dec, I learned a lot, was challenged, and improved a lot. Great material provided, very good exercises. I can only recommend the course, I promise you, you will not regret it." Wilfried Tchangoue "Dec is the man. This is a really inviting and friendly way to introduce yourself to the world of comedy. As someone who had absolutely no background or idea in what performing was all about, this course taught a solid foundation of theory and case studies to learn from. That theory is then consistently practiced in weekly challenges (but this is never too scary or overwhelming). By the end, you’ll be on your way! Plus you'll most likely meet a bunch of legends. Do it!" Anthony Smith "Dec is a fantastic teacher, full of enthusiasm and a killer beard. I studied with him on the 'introduction to stand up comedy course', it was such a positive experience and a great way to start your "career" in comedy. He’s got a fantastic comedy brain and eye for comedy, I'd love to work with him again in the future, highly recommended" George Heslop “Dec’s course is great because he gives you all of the rules and techniques people follow to

Multi-award winning comedians Ian Smith and Stuart Laws present an hour of crowd work, new ideas and completely improvised thoughts. Ian Smith is a two time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee - as seen on Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and The Stand Up Sketch Show, and heard on BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, Just A Minute and The Unbelievable Truth. “He is a master at turning minor panic into full-bodied punchlines, building one of the tightest, most well-oiled hours at the Fringe” ★★★★★ The Telegraph Stuart is the comedy scene’s brightest polymath. A comedian, actor, director and writer. In 2021, he was nominated for Leicester Comedy Festival Best Show and in 2022 he was nominated for Comedians Choice Best Show. He is also host the cult favourite late night show Comedians Beer Mat Flipping Championship. “Laws is on top form at the moment, talking nonsense of the highest order... a chronically funny stand up” TimeOut Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Join Rachel Fairburn (Live at the Apollo, All Killa No Filla) as she tries brand new characters for her 2026 tour. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Roast Battle is the show that pairs comedians to compete using the fiercest roast jokes to defeat their opponent. Each bout is decided by a panel of guest judges. You may have seen Roast Battle UK on Comedy Central or via various online platforms. Now in its 10th year, this is where it all began as the official London Roast Battle League “Undeniably, Roast Battle doesn’t fail to live up to its expectations, serving as a showcase of no-holds-barred comedic athleticism, brazen putdowns, and lightning-fast comebacks.” ★★★★★ @roastbattle @roastbattleUK Presented by Roast Battle U.K. & Angel Comedy This is an 18+ event (Photo ID Required).

She’s the break-out star of Channel 4’s Taskmaster and Sky’s Mr Bigstuff and she’s warming up before she hits the road. Catch Fatiha El-Ghorri, winner of Best Debut Show at Leicester Comedy Festival 2023, in this work in progress show! ‘Fatiha El-Ghorri’s impeccable timings and tough-girl shtick add warmth, raunch and surprise’ - New York Times Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Welcome... to The Ritual. A gothic comedy. Where nothing ever goes to plan. The Master and his loyal servant Gregor must collect fresh blood before midnight... or the Master turns to dust. Do you dare accept their invitation? Starring Greg Lass & Steffen Haanes ★★★★★ “A growing ‘cult’ following” - NorthWestEnd.co.uk ★★★★★ “Unhinged vampiric comedy” - Edinburgh Reviews ★★★★★ “A spooky vampire (my favourite)” - Little Lark of London ★★★★★ “A vampire popping up to spook everyone...” - Chortle Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Mark Black’s brings you his brand-new stand-up comedy & musical show ‘Horrible Family’. Having amassed millions of views online, as well as sold out shows at the SEC Armadillo and Pavilion theatre in 2024, Mark is back with his dark wit and an array new songs for 2026. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

This show is about being hot (or not). 'Undeniably fun' (Guardian). As heard on: Off Menu and BBC Radio 4. As seen on: The Way Out (Dave) and as smelt on: Tour support for Aisling Bea. Top 50 Best-Reviewed shows according to British Comedy Guide. (Chortle.co.uk). (List). (BroadwayWorld.com). (EdFringeReview.com). 'One of my favourite comedians' (Aisling Bea). 'Brilliant, hilarious. If I didn't love her so much, I'd hate her' (Suzi Ruffell). Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

The Angel Comedy Social Club is just that: A social friendly, warm comedy club vibe - all on every wednesday at The Bill Murray. The idea is not only to have the funniest acts, and the friendliest audience but also to put some brand new acts for The Bill Murray on the show, as well as some of our favourites and one of our big Television stars too. There are often competitions or Free Tickets available to our Patreon Subscribers (£2.50 a month, and you get free tickets to this show every week in the weekly patreon mail-out). The Angel Comedy Club and The Bill Murray are of course ALWAYS a warm friendly social vibe - with exciting new, and experienced acts and famous faces, but this Wednesday night gig epitomises everything that Angel Comedy does. Last admittance 5 minutes after start time. Presented by Angel Comedy This is an 18+ event

After a year on tour and a few months on the bench following an injury, Abi returns to the stage with a load of new jokes and stories to try, all while introducing you to her favourite acts from the comedy scene! As seen on BBC, ITV2, Comedy Central and Channel 4; support to Phil Wang and Russell Kane and two million followers across social platforms. 'Angst-ridden, polished stand-up?’ (Scotsman). 'Fresh, silly and very very funny?' (Sara Pascoe). 'A seriously skilled stand-up - I advise you to catch her now before the tickets become impossible to find.' ½ (The Student). Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

In August 2025 Tatty posted a video of her 73 year old mum digging a trench on social media. 25 million views later and DIY Liz is a viral sensation. This year Tatty turns 37, the same age “Trench Lady” was when she had her. In this brand new work in progress Tatty reviews her mum’s life choices (including moving to France despite not speaking a word of French, digging a Trench, repairing her own sceptic tank) and contrasts it against her own (childfree, unmarried, doesn’t own a sceptic tank) to try and answer the age old question: am I becoming my mother? Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Elaine is famous. Elaine is the worst person in the world. Elaine saw Bootsy Collins on a child's bike outside a Dominoes in Gateshead★ none of these things are true. Elaine Robertson is Delulu. (But the actual, psychosis sort that makes you think you’ve seen a funk legend while picking up your dinner). See this ‘groundbreaking’ comedian take you on one of the most hilariously moving journeys you’ll ever go on. From working in a care home during the pandemic, to being a pub singing princess impersonator, this is a stand up show that is not like any other you’ve seen. ‘Robertson sparkles with personality and joy on stage’ - Chortle ‘Authentic and beautiful love letter to the North East’ - Fest Mag ‘Hilarious,heartbreaking at times, but ultimately celebratory’ - Ed Fringe Review Channel 4 Sean Lock Comedian of the Year Finalist 2025 Winner of the ISH Comedy Awards Panel Prize 2025 Ed Fringe Review Chortle Three Weeks Fest Mag Directed by Lee Kyle Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Josh Berry blends sharp social & political satire with flawless celebrity and sports impressions, building a broad following through radio, podcasting, live comedy, and social media. With successive acclaimed Fringe shows and his latest tour across 40 towns and cities, he continues to cement his status as one of the UK’s most versatile new comedic voices. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Fresh off a sold out world wide tour, Abby Govindan returns to Bill Murray to teach an intimate storytelling and stand up comedy writing workshop Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Winner - best new show, Leicester comedy festival 2026 This prophecy will be my last. Come on a fool's errand to the tunnel at the end of the light for absurd antics and apocalyptic visions from the BAFTA-winning “standard-bearer of UK Clown” (Guardian). ★★★★ Telegraph "Utterly delightful" ★★★★ Daily Mail "Delightfully daft" ★★★★ Chortle "Hilarious and mesmerising" ★★★★ The List "Gut-bustingly funny" ★★★★ ThreeWeeks "Had the room howling all night" Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

"Welcome to the world's first ventriloquial hypnotherapy session. Lachlan Werner is the UK's favourite "zeitgeisty" (★★★★ Guardian) ventriloquist, clown and live artist. But he is also quite a lot of people in one brain. Over 26 years, a lot of people seem to have got lodged, jammed inside Lachlan. Brew is a small squishy witch, and his best friend, and she believes she can extract, suck out and expell all of the other people living inside Lachlan to find out who he really is. Lachlan will use genuine witchcraft to mine his no-longer developing brain for a new hour full of stupidly clever and cleverly stupid horrid ideas. Expect rotten characters, queerings of ancient traditions and literal skeletons in closets from "the funniest new ventriloquist on the block" (★★★★ Telegraph) "The definitive queer puppet show" ★★★★★ LostInTheatreland "A new star. Unimaginable hellish power" ★★★★ Chortle Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

A work in progress hour of getting into it about different types of stuff and things. This could really be a sick night. As seen on Such Brave Girls, Big Boys and A Whole Lifetime with Jamie Demetriou. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Amelia’s got your coat but she hasn’t pulled. She’s turned, comedy outlaw. Each one of her new rap lines is a deadly bullet in her lyrical revolver. It’s 2026 and we are living in a new wild west where the old rules don’t apply. Amelia Hamilton, 'the rapping comic you instantly adore' (One4Review.co.uk) and 2025 ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer winner, returns with Moral Support - a show that is unpredictable, sharp and surprising at every turn. Featured on BBC Radio 4 and BBC iPlayer, Hamilton skewers modern morality, joyfully dismantling everything from bad men with excellent manners to competitive happiness, gravedigging's inevitable rebrand and why we should absolutely re-stigmatise mental health. Smart, subversive and gloriously off-beat. 'You do not want to miss the talent that is Amelia Hamilton' (EdFestMag.com). Saddle up and bring your whisky. Hamilton is gonna show you that perhaps the good guys were actually the bad girls all along. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

A new - new material night from pals Tessa Coates and Amy Annette. Featuring their old comedy friends showcasing new material. Previous Guests include Aisling Bea, Phil Wang, Rose Matafeo and more. Buy a ticket in advance or show up early to secure a seat - there's 25 guaranteed tickets available on the door so don't worry if it's sold out! All ticket money goes to charity. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Finlay Christie tries an hour of new jokes about being a fuckboy, bringing back the British Empire and being traumatised in the womb, for a discerning Islington audience. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Join Mark Thomas and some of the best comics on the circuit for an hour of laughs Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

The fringe legend returns with his first new show in four years. Hilarious stand-up about the human condition, about how little we know about what’s going on inside our bodies and our minds, and about what it’s like to have an endoscopy on Remembrance Sunday at exactly 11am. Some poems too. Five to six laughs a minute, so at least three hundred total which is pretty good actually. Fringe Legend Award winner. (List). (Fest). (Guardian). (Telegraph). Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Chris Kent is working on a brand new show and invites you along as he figures it out. Expect new material, new ideas, and plenty of laughs. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Berlin-based Kazakhstani comedian Dinara Kerey brings her hit show Crazy Eurasian to LONDON for the first time! Born in Kazakhstan and now based in Berlin, Dinara mixes sharp stories, cultural chaos, and fearless humor in a way only she can. She’s already shared the stage with comedy icons like Russell Peters, David Cross, Nish Kumar, Maz Jobrani, and Tina Friml, and now it’s your turn to see why audiences everywhere can’t get enough of her. From a post-Soviet Muslim Asian (WHAT?!) upbringing to split-the-bill dating in the West, Dinara Kerey turns identity crises into hahaha. A sharp, bold and hilariously unfiltered hour about being too Eastern for Europe, too Western for home, and too honest for both. Don’t miss Dinara Kerey’s first-ever London show! This one’s going to be unforgettable! Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

Iain Stirling works out new material for his upcoming tv show. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event