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About
Comedians compete at The Town and Gown in Cambridge on Thursday 12 November 2026 at 19:00. Sets are cut off by a gong if the audience is not won over, and the top prize is £100.
What to expect
The Big Gong Show is a comedy competition where comedians use one-liners, stories, characters, or complete chaos to get a laugh.
- Comedians risk being gonged off mid-set
- The funniest and bravest compete for £100
- Expect big laughs and unpredictable moments
Questions
When does Big Deal Thursday - The Big Gong Show start and end?
Big Deal Thursday - The Big Gong Show is on Thursday, 12 November 2026, 19:00.
Where is Big Deal Thursday - The Big Gong Show?
Big Deal Thursday - The Big Gong Show takes place at The Town and Gown, 8 Market Passage, Cambridge.
What is The Big Gong Show?
A comedy competition where comedians try to win over the audience.
If they do not, they risk being cut off mid-set by the gong.
What is the top prize?
£100.
How do I book?
Use the Ents24 listing:
What can comedians use in their set?
One-liners, stories, characters, or complete chaos.
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Getting there
The Town and Gown, 8 Market Passage, CB2 3PF Cambridge, England, GB
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