Part of the Reading Comedy Festival, for anyone interested:

Fancy having a go at being the next Sarah Millican or Michael McIntyre in a supportive environment? Learn and perfect a range of stand-up skills during this one day course at South Street Arts Centre, taught by experienced comedian and teacher Gill Smith. Then try out your freshly honed gags at an evening gig at the same venue. Cost £55, including two free tickets to the gig. 10am to 5pm, South Street Arts Centre, 19 October.

Info at: http://www.readingarts.com/southstreet/whatson/event.asp?id=SX12FB-A7822E25

But save their booking fee by going direct to the organiser, Juliet England on 07967 355508 or julietwidget@aol.com.