Some of the biggest names in comedy are due to perform in the city this coming year, with shows at the first direct arena, Grand Theatre and City Varieties Music Hall all set to amuse.
Among those stopping by are big names in the likes of Ricky Gervais and Peter Kay and up-and-coming stars aplenty.
The below gallery features a selection of 19 names set to perform in the city over the coming year.
19. Jimmy Carr
Love-him-or-loath-him comedian Jimmy Carr will be playing the first direct arena for the first time on December 13 | Press Association Images
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