Festival dates confirmed

Organisers of the Leicester Comedy Festival have announced the dates of next year's event.

The celebration - billed as Britain's largest comedy-only festival - will take place from February 8 to 17.

Although line-ups have not yet been confirmed, highlights will include the Comedian of the Year competition for newer acts and a number of full-length shows from more established acts.

For more information as the event approaches, visit the official website at www.comedy-festival.co.uk

Published: 26 Jun 2001