I am a big fan of Ricky Gervais’s live stand up shows, I wasn’t too keen on The Office, David Brent annoyed the hell out of me but I think his comedy acts are amazing. I have both Animals and Politics on DVD and am going to try very hard to get some tickets to see his latest masterpiece called Fame.

The show is coming to London’s Royal Albert Hall in the summer but tickets are already sold out everywhere. Extra dates have now been confirmed at the Hammersmith Apollo later in September which go on sale Tuesday 20th March at 10am. I think I might have to take the morning off and sit by the phone if I want to get tickets before they sell out again. More information on the Ricky Gervais Website.

If you’re into stand up comedy and you fancy a night out then this could be your last chance to book tickets for Funny Women Stand Up on Thursday March 8th. The venue is Hammersmith Palais on Shepherd’s Bush Road and there will be comedy acts from Jan Ravens, Jo Brand, Ayesha Hazarika, Rebbecca Carrington & Joe the Cello, Liz Carr, Suzy Bennett and more.

The show is being held to raise money for ActionAid who work to protect and help women and also V-Day: Until the Violent Stops who raise awareness of violence against women. All funds raised on the night will go to these charities. Doors open at 7pm but the first act will begin at 8pm and the price of a seated ticket is £20 which includes a free glass of wine.

You can book tickets through Ticket Master or call the Funny Women booking line on 0870 163 3408. Check out the Funny Women Website for alternative venues.