Laughing Horse is a London based group of comedy clubs who hold an annual nationwide search for the comedy stars of tomorrow.
Past entrants include Russell Kane, Rhod Gilbert, Jack Whitehall, Greg Davies, Alan Carr, Andi Osho, Lady Garden, Steve Allen, Josh Howie, Nina Conti and more…
The Met is the venue for the northern heat of this prestigious competition which will feature a selection of acts that will vie for this one chance of fame and the audience will be the judges! So come along and cheer a local through to the finals.
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