Comedy: The best of the rest
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.John Hegley
A recent poll ranked just below Spike Milligan as the nation's favourite comic poet. He is evangelical about his art. "I buy obscure poetry magazines - I must admit to it - and one of them gave a definition of poetry as a Trojan Horse," he says. "It has a darker, latent power within it that works when you're not expecting it. I want to write that." He often does.
Almeida Theatre, London N1 (0171-359 4404) Mon to 9 Jan
Adam Bloom
Adam Bloom, recent winner of the Time Out Comedian of the Year Award and the Polygram People's Choice Award, is a likable cheeky chappie. But you should be warned: his innocent looks can be deceptive, as he is not averse to the odd line blue enough for you not to want to take your granny along. He heads a strong bill, featuring James Holmes and Robin Ince, hosted by Danny Brown.
The Improv, London W1 (0171-387 2414) Fri
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments