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Stand up comedy

Turn laughter into support for leukaemia patients and their families

Stand up comedy

At a glance

Date 1st April 2026
Location UK-wide
Booking fee Free
Fundraising target £50
Event type Other

About the event

Always wanted to try stand-up comedy?

Now’s your chance to step on stage, make people laugh, and raise money for people affected by leukaemia.

With Ultra Comedy, you’ll get expert training, build your confidence, and perform in a live comedy show, all while supporting Leukaemia Care.

What is Ultra Comedy?

Ultra Comedy is a unique fundraising challenge where you learn how to perform stand-up comedy, even if you’ve never done it before.

You’ll take part in 8 weeks of free training with a professional comedian, designed especially for beginners. At the end, you’ll perform your own routine at a live comedy night in front of friends, family, and a full audience.

What you’ll do

  • Learn stand-up comedy from a professional comedian
  • Build confidence and try something completely new
  • Meet others taking on the same challenge
  • Perform live on stage at a comedy event
  • Raise money to support people living with leukaemia

How it works

  1. Sign up for your local Ultra Comedy event
  2. Set up your fundraising page
  3. Take part in 8 weeks of comedy training
  4. Perform your set at a live show

Fundraising

We ask participants to raise a minimum of £50 for Leukaemia Care.

Every pound you raise helps us:

  • Provide emotional and practical support
  • Fund specialist services for patients and families
  • Make sure we are there for all those moments that matter

Why take part?

This is more than just a challenge. It’s a chance to:

  • Do something you’ve never done before
  • Push yourself out of your comfort zone
  • Be part of an unforgettable experience
  • Make a real difference to people living with leukaemia

Join Team LC and take on an unforgettable challenge while making a real difference for people affected by leukaemia.


Register your interest

Ready to take on this challenge and raise vital funds for Leukaemia Care? Register now to secure your place and join Team LC. Every step, mile, or challenge you complete helps us support people affected by leukaemia.

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