It’s Twixmas. That time between the seasonal festivities and a celebration of another new year. It’s also when many of us review our options.

Best in Class, the award-winning initiative supporting working-class comedians, has announced that applications are now open for its Edinburgh Fringe Comedy Showcase 2026. 

Join us for Funny Women Taipei—Taiwan's only all-female and non-binary open mic comedy night! Featuring some of the best comics from Taipei and beyond, we celebrate bold new voices and comedy without compromise. We also save two walk-on spots for those who've always fancied giving standup a shot—this could be your chance! Entry is FREE with a drink purchase, and donations are always welcome at the end of the show. 🎤 Funny Women Taipei Open Mic Our open mic is the perfect opportunity to experience the thrill of live comedy, discover emerging talents, and support a movement dedicated to equal representation on the comedy stage.

LOCATION: THE HANGAR, Lankaster Parker Road, Rochester. We are celebrating International Women’s Day in the only way we know how – by making mirth and having some fun! Join us for some confidence boosting, mirth making and female-led fun at this special STAND UP TO STAND OUT event designed to to help you WORK, PLAY AND PERFORM. This workshop is free to attend thanks to funding from Medway Council and the UK Government as part of Funny Women’s Comedy in the Community programme, now in its fourth year. To mark the occasion, we’re returning to one of our favourite places in Medway:  

LOCATION: Olivers, 186 High St, Rochester ME1 1EY Part of our Comedy in the Community programme in Medway. Having fun at work and embracing humour in the workplace has never been more important. In these challenging times for business, the value of a 'good laugh' should never be underestimated, particularly within our communities. We are celebrating the joy (yes, really!) of work in partnership with Medway Council and the Federation of Small Businesses in the only way we know how – by encouraging a few laughs and expanding our creative boundaries with humour.

In a world where creative women are often freelance, networking events have become an essential part of life. But, before attending, I am always thinking, will it be a comfortable friendly space? Will the atmosphere feel safe and inclusive? Case in point: The BGC Pro Big Comedy Conference is an annual London event, geared towards emerging writers, directors and performers. It promises the usual menu of expert panels and practical workshops that aims to have something for everyone. This year saw Black Friday sales on tickets to entice attendees and a last minute venue change to the London School of Economics.

Discover how The Glitter Project, has grown into a national initiative with a network of safe, supportive creative hubs across the UK. Head to our website to find out more!

After a completely sold-out Edinburgh Fringe run, Siblings are bringing their most raucous show yet, Dreamweavers to London’s @SohoTheatre Maddy and Marina Bye are back as SIBLINGS with a deliriously funny sketch comedy. The award-winning comedy duo and IRL sisters have also just announced their tour across UK and Europe, kicking off in 2026. Read @siblingscomedy Q&A on our website!

By popular demand (hers), you are cordially invited to ‘Clementine & Friends Christmas’ at the estate of the Pleasance, London on the tenth day of December, in the year of Two Thousand and Twenty Five. Rosalie Minnitt, Funny Women Comedy Shorts Award winner 2025, brings her acclaimed character comedy creation, Lady Clementine, to the stage to lead the assembled in merry festive folly, reckless revelry and Yuletide decadence. Our illustrious hostess has assembled a line-up of London’s most disgraced, infamous, and notoriously high-society jesters to get you through this bleak midwinter, namely (in order alphabetical) thus: 

Our longest standing and most successful comedy night, Funny Women Live in Brighton, takes place at Komedia Brighton, showcasing the very best in new female identifying and non binary comedy talent. Featuring acts from the Funny Women Awards, the professional circuit and nurturing new and upcoming talent.  November's line up hosted by Elaine Fellows with Maddie Houlbrook-Walk, Sydney May, Donna Williams and headliner, Caitlin Powell. 'This comedy show provides something for everyone! […] This is not an anti-male gathering, and everyone is welcome […] perfect for an intimate evening of laughter’ …

Our longest standing and most successful comedy night, Funny Women Live in Brighton, takes place at Komedia Brighton, showcasing the very best in new female identifying and non binary comedy talent. Featuring acts from the Funny Women Awards, the professional circuit and nurturing new and upcoming talent.  November's line up hosted by Rebecca Maree with Fathiya Saleh, Charlotte Madden, Grace Millie and headliner, Freya Mallard. 'This comedy show provides something for everyone! […] This is not an anti-male gathering, and everyone is welcome […] perfect for an intimate evening of laughter’ …

Our longest standing and most successful comedy night, Funny Women Live in Brighton, takes place at Komedia Brighton, showcasing the very best in new female identifying and non binary comedy talent. Featuring acts from the Funny Women Awards, the professional circuit and nurturing new and upcoming talent.  November's line up hosted by Kathryn Mather with Tracey Davies, Sapphire Macintosh, Anna Soden and headliner, Rachel Creeger. 'This comedy show provides something for everyone! […] This is not an anti-male gathering, and everyone is welcome […] perfect for an intimate evening of laughter’ …

Find yourself switching on the latest trash festive film on that streaming service, featuring a 00s heart-throb? Stop! Pop your scarf on, and venture into the great outdoors to sample some of the city's best festive live comedy this December.

The queen of comedy, renowned-broadcaster, actor, and mental health campaigner Ruby Wax has announced a brand new UK tour with Ruby Wax: Absolutely Famous, also featuring her long-time collaborator Clive Tulloh.

Bea’s secretly working three full-time jobs. All at the same time. And she’s still financially f*cked. Between looking after luxury flats to dogsitting the world’s ugliest pooch, she’s neck-deep in employers and it’s only a matter of time until someone finds out she’s breaking all her contracts.

Join us at GLEIS for Funny Women Live in Zurich—an open mic night celebrating bold voices, fresh talent, and comedy that connects. Expect a hilarious, English-speaking show featuring a fabulous female-led lineup, a warm crowd, and plenty of surprises. Whether you’re here to watch or to try the mic yourself, it’s all about good vibes, great company, and big laughs. Feeling brave after a drink or two? Step up and give it a go—no pressure, only love! 🎟 Donation-based entry!Even though the event is donation-based, please remember that…

Funny Women’s ‘Open Mic’ showcase is part of The Glitter Project – A Safe Place supported by funds raised by The Glitter Challenge. This is a showcase event offering female and non-binary performers vital stage time, whether it’s a first gig or trying out new material. Hosted by The Glitter Project mentoring team, these warm, supportive, HERlarious gigs, are part of a movement to break down barriers and redefine the comedy landscape.  The Glitter Project has been created as an enduring legacy with Jo Fletcher-Cross, a non-executive director of Funny Women and comedian. This takes place in The Big Difference, a independent venue in Leicester, under the direction of regional producers Kelly Griffiths and Rachel Baker.

Join Funny Women for a Mentoring Meetup as part of The Glitter Project – A Safe Place supported by funds raised from The Glitter Challenge. Join us for some informal networking, fun and games, plus first-hand advice from visiting experts who’ve all ‘been there, done that’ in some capacity. We all know how challenging it can be to embark on a new interest and potential career, so these events are designed to take out the overwhelm and connect you with other likeminded female and non-binary comedy performers, writers and creators.

Get the Gobby Girls on television! this ensemble of incredibly talented performers, writers, directors and producers is ready to go. All the ingredients are there – great scripts, brilliant performances, excellent direction and an understanding of what it’s like to be a funny woman, whatever your age.

Pauline Eyre is taking her show 'Anyone for Tennis' on a UK Tour commencing in January 2026 in London.

Join us at GLEIS for Funny Women Live in Zurich—an open mic night celebrating bold voices, fresh talent, and comedy that connects. Expect a hilarious, English-speaking show featuring a fabulous female-led lineup, a warm crowd, and plenty of surprises.     Whether you’re here to watch or to try the mic yourself, it’s all about good vibes, great company, and big laughs. Feeling brave after a drink or two? Step up and give it a go—no pressure, only love! 🕢 Doors: 19:30🕗 Show starts: 20:00   About Funny Women Founded in 2002 by…

Join us for Funny Women Taipei—Taiwan's only all-female and non-binary open mic comedy night! Featuring some of the best comics from Taipei and beyond, we celebrate bold new voices and comedy without compromise. We also save two walk-on spots for those who've always fancied giving standup a shot—this could be your chance! Entry is FREE with a drink purchase, and donations are always welcome at the end of the show. 🎤 Funny Women Taipei Open Mic Our open mic is the perfect opportunity to experience the thrill of live comedy, discover emerging talents, and support a movement dedicated to equal representation on the comedy stage.

Join us for Funny Women Taipei—Taiwan's only all-female and non-binary open mic comedy night! Featuring some of the best comics from Taipei and beyond, we celebrate bold new voices and comedy without compromise. We also save two walk-on spots for those who've always fancied giving standup a shot—this could be your chance! Entry is FREE with a drink purchase, and donations are always welcome at the end of the show. 🎤 Funny Women Taipei Open Mic Our open mic is the perfect opportunity to experience the thrill of live comedy, discover emerging talents, and support a movement dedicated to equal representation on the comedy stage.

Join us for Funny Women Taipei—Taiwan's only all-female and non-binary open mic comedy night! Featuring some of the best comics from Taipei and beyond, we celebrate bold new voices and comedy without compromise. We also save two walk-on spots for those who've always fancied giving standup a shot—this could be your chance! Entry is FREE with a drink purchase, and donations are always welcome at the end of the show.     🎤 Funny Women Taipei Open Mic Our open mic is the perfect opportunity to experience the thrill of live comedy, discover emerging talents, and support a movement dedicated to equal representation on the comedy stage.

The first-ever Live Comedy Day will take place on Wednesday, 1st April 2026 to celebrate the UK's wonderful live comedy sector and those working within it.