Society Spotlight: Comedy Club

Libby Randall, final year BA History student, shares her experience as part of the 新香港六合彩开奖结果Comedy Club.

When I joined 新香港六合彩开奖结果in the early autumn of 2017, I never imagined I鈥檇 be stood in a Zone 1 London theatre three years later, dressed in a morph suit and puppeteering the paws of a toy dog. This crazy experience was bestowed upon me by the , one of the most fun and inclusive societies the university has to offer.

The hallowed halls of 新香港六合彩开奖结果were somewhat short on humour before the society was founded in 2010, and in its brief but glorious history the club has provided a new space for young comedians to blossom. Whether you鈥檙e interested in stand-up, sketch or improvisation, friendly faces and weekly workshops are waiting to fine-tune your skills. Those who shy away from the stage are encouraged to write, direct or produce one of the club鈥檚 termly shows, and if you鈥檙e simply looking to meet new friends, regular social events have never failed to form instant double-acts.

Whether you鈥檙e a veteran of the stage or just love those Netflix stand-up specials, all levels of experience are welcome. Inclusivity is one of Comedy Club鈥檚 greatest strengths; the society excels in giving minority groups a platform to display their comedic talents. Annual women鈥檚, LGBT+ and BME showcases in particular give voice to groups currently underrepresented in the London comedy scene. All members are furthermore encouraged to accompany the club on their annual pilgrimage to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the UK鈥檚 biggest comedy event, for a fortnight of fun and unforgettable moments.

Moving to university in a large, unfamiliar city was intimidating; having somewhere to laugh and make friends was invaluable during those first few months. Through Comedy Club I have learned to venture beyond my comfort zone, and just earlier this year I was able to fulfil a lifelong dream of having my original play performed at a genuine London theatre. If you鈥檙e looking to start university with a bang, or simply meet new people with a rocking sense of humour, 新香港六合彩开奖结果Comedy Club is one you can鈥檛 miss. Be sure to pay them a visit at this year鈥檚 Freshers Fair!

In the past year, the society has also special tours with a number of amazing institutions, including a private tour to see the听鈥檚听behind-the-scenes work in their Conservation Studio, a guided tour with听新香港六合彩开奖结果Special Collections听to explore the university鈥檚 very own manuscripts archive and rare books, and a private tour of the听鈥檚听肠辞濒濒别肠迟颈辞苍.

Check out the society鈥檚听听for more information on their past and upcoming events!