Girls on top
Funny Women finalists named
The finalists in this year’s Funny Women hunt for the best new female stand-ups have been announced.
They are: Bridget Christie, Roisin Conaty, Anna Crilly, Lindzi Germain, Susan Hanks, Sarah Ledger, sketch duo Live! At The Mausoleum, Zoe Lyons, double act Millie & Tillie and Janice Phayre.
The women will now compete for the £2,000 top prize at the final in London’s Comedy Store on July 12.
A spokesman for the contest, which is backed by Babycham, said: “The competition was very strong this year in both talent and numbers.
“More than 100 women were seen in nine showcases all over the country, representing a 33 per cent increase in contestants from last year.”
Judges at the final, to be hosted by Jo Caulfield (pictured) include comic Linda Smith, TV presenter-turned-director Toni Arthur-Hay, agent Melanie Coupland and Chortle’s Steve Bennett.
Two runners up will each receive £500. For tickets to the final, click here.
Last year's event was won by Sarah Davies, as Jade The Folk Singer.Published: 23 Jun 2004
