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1. 1. Stephen Merchant sells jokes at himself

   CityLife, Friday 14 October 2011 Well known as the soft-centred ying to Ricky Gervais' cheeky yang, Stephen Merchant tells Sarah Walters why he's going back to stand up comedy - and quitting after one tour.

2. 2. Interview: Terry Alderton

   CityLife, Thursday 17 March 2011 Contrary to the usual perceptions of comedians being the most miserable of the species, Terry Alderton is incredibly upbeat at the minute.

3. 3. Review: Mark Thomas - Dancehouse

   CityLife, Wednesday 16 March 2011 Some years ago, comedian Mark Thomas’ act transformed from a regular stand up set to compelling theatrical shows that detail his adventures doing battle with a variety of injustices in the world.

4. 4. Interview: Jeremy Hardy

   CityLife, Thursday 02 December 2010 Satirist Jeremy Hardy speaks about the nation to Marissa Burgess.

5. 5. Review: Julian Clary

   CityLife, Monday 15 February 2010 Hard to believe it’s 26 years since Clary pulled on his PVC vest, brought out his Fanny (the Wonderdog) and declared his undying fandom of Joan Collins.

6. 6. Review: Julian Clary

   CityLife, Monday 15 February 2010 Hard to believe it’s 26 years since Clary pulled on his PVC vest, brought out his Fanny (the Wonderdog) and declared his undying fandom of Joan Collins.

7. 7. Gorman returns with a comedy masterclass

   CityLife, Monday 14 September 2009 WHEN Dave Gorman began gigging again late last year it had been eight years since his last stand-up show.

8. 8. Glasgow Comedy Festival: The lowdown

   CityLife, Tuesday 10 March 2009 WITH Manchester's annual comedy fest not until October, critic Marissa Burgess straddled Hadrian's Wall in search of festival fun north of the border.

9. 9. Is Noel ready to bid bye-bye to the Boosh?

   CityLife, Wednesday 22 October 2008 TANTALISING: it's the only word on CityLife's mind as we peruse the hanging rail of glittery, fluffy, hairy and velvet costumes in Noel Fielding's dressing room. The Mighty Boosh play here again tonight.

10. 10. Stand up to be counted

    CityLife, Thursday 19 June 2008 THE comedy talent show So You Think You're Funny? is coming to Manchester. Marissa Burgess looks at past discoveries.

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