The Spirit of Comedy competition is returning

If you're a budding comedian watch this page for more information on how to apply. Watch this space!

Heats will be held around the country from April, including Leeds, Birmingham, Brighton, London, Cardiff, Manchester, Southampton, Edinburgh and Glasgow.*

Highlights of last years competition are available on our YouTube channel along with episodes of our hilarious new comedy show - 3Shots.

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*Subject to change

Fancy a laugh now?

Check out this compilation of the most unexpected punchlines from last year's competition.

The Spirit of Comedy 2025 Winner

Valeria Vulpe

“This competition was an incredible experience from start to finish. It was impeccably organized, and the atmosphere was very supportive. I got to perform at a variety of venues and meet many talented comedians."

"Standing on the stage at Wembley so early in my career was truly surreal; it was the kind of moment that feels like it belongs to someone else’s life until you’re in the middle of it. I did not know what the sound of 12 thousand people laughing feels like, and I’m glad I stayed on their good side long enough to find out. It is a milestone I will carry with me forever..”

Valeria Vulpe: Winner of The Spirit of Comedy 2025