The Glasgow International Comedy Festival started in 2002 and since then has attracted the funniest performers from the world of comedy to Scotland’s largest city every March.
In common with most cultural events it was hit hard by the glebal pandemic, but it now back to its best, with a particularly strong lineup in 2023.
Here are 11 of the biggest names you can catch – and when and where they are playing.
5. Ardal O'Hanlon
Ardal is conflicted. Where he comes from there is nothing worse than showing off. It’s right up there with arson or murder. Yet he shows off as a way of life. Three questions. Why? Why? Why? Ardal O'Hanlon: The Showing Off Must Go On is on at the King's Theatre at 7.30pm on Sunday, March 18. Photo: Glasgow International Comedy Festival
6. Nick Mohammed
Double Emmy award-nominee and star of Ted Lasso Nick Mohammed takes his critically acclaimed alter ego Mr. Swallow on his first UK tour with a mix of new, old, very old and previously unusable material. Expect noise, maths, magic and the whole of Les Mis! Nick Mohammed: The Very Best & Worst of Mr Swallow is on at 8pm on Sunday, April 2, at the Tramway. Photo: Glasgow International Comedy Festival
7. Gary Tank Commander
HIYA! It’s me, Gary and I’ve listened to the fans who said, “Gary, you’re amazin, dae a chat show!” Sooooo... ah huv!! It’s gonna have brilliant guests, and me and even more amazin hings! AH LOVE CHATTIN! YOUS LISTEN! Gary Tank Commander: Gary Talks (Yous Listen) is on at the Oran Mor at 8pm on Monday, March 27, and Tuesday, March 28. Photo: Glasgow International Comedy Festival
8. Paul Riley
Join BAFTA award winning actor/comedian Paul Riley for an evening of fun, laughter and memories of his 30 year career with an opportunity for you the audience, to ask anything you’ve ever wanted about the iconic Still Game! With surprise celebrity guests, ‘An Evening With Paul Riley’ promises to be a hilarious night out not to be missed! It's on at the Oran Mor on Thursday, March 30. Photo: Glasgow International Comedy Festival