Comic Stands - GICF Edition
Comic Stands at the 13th Note Glasgow features the best comic talent the city has to offer alongside the rising stars of the stand up scene!
About Comic Stands - GICF Edition
Comic Stands is one of the leading comedy nights in Glasgow, hosting some of the best new talent alongside pro comedians on the circuit.
This show is a mixture of some of our favourite acts from the Scottish comedy scene performing at one of the city's coolest venues.
Hosted by Eddy Mackenzie and Paul Connell.
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