Five comic picks for Autumn

Stand-up comedy is big business these days, with funny men and women taking over television and touring the country to sell-out crowds.
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It’s always irritating to find out that one of your favourite performers is coming to town, only to discover that all the tickets are sold out.

Here’s five top comics - playing a range of intimate and larger venue - who are playing Glasgow in the coming months. Book now and don’t miss out.

Vikki Stone: Definitely

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The multi-talented Vikki Stone has been a hit at the Edinburgh Fringe for the last couple of years, selling out to crowds who appreciate her inspired mix of sharp stand-up, inspired songs and a good dose of old-fashioned silliness.

Remarkably, this is her first national tour, which promises to be a hot ticket after multiple recent television appearances. The Stand, October 9.

Russell Brand: Messiah Complex

A man who needs no introduction - comedian, actor and author Russell Brand’s talent at live comedy sometimes gets overlooked in the whirlwind of tabloid gossip that his life often descends to. He’s a true master of the form though, with this show promising to be his most personal yet. No subject will be out of bounds. Clyde Auditorium, October 11.

Adam Buxton: Best of BUG

Always the funnier half of much-loved double act Adam and Joe, Adam Buxton makes his Glasgow debut with ‘BUG’ - a night of internet video fun he regularly runs at London’s BFI Southbank. Expect a mixture of fun, beautiful and downright hilarious music videos, along with every running joke from his illustrious career. Stephen! GFT, October 17.

Mark Thomas: 100 Acts of Minor Dissent

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Professional trouble-maker Mark Thomas has taken on gun manufacturers, Coca-Cola and (repeatedly) the British Government in his years as a campaigning comedian.

This year he’s decided to commit 100 acts of minor dissent in a single year to get his wide variety of political points across.

They range from the silly and hilarious to the inspiring and subversive.The Stand, October 21

Daniel Sloss: Stand-up

Scotland’s comedy wunderkind is still only 23-years-old but is already a staple of the circuit.

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What he lacks in cutting edge he just about makes up for in sheer crowd-pleasing technique and broad demographic appeal. It’s one for the whole family to enjoy.

He’s supported by the always-reliable Kai Humphries. The Garage, November 8.

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