Museum of Comedy

The West End


Although the 'museum' is not worth crossing the town for, it is free to enter. Book tickets to see established British comedians working new material, or better still, drop in for a drink and to watch newcomers at the free Monday Club performances. It also runs comedy-writing courses.


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