Proof that you can have serious fun in Manchester
Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 15:06
Simon Clark

Yet another foreign footballer is having a pop at Manchester.

To be fair, I've done it myself.

Nevertheless, following my recent trip to the city, I am delighted to reveal that on Monday October 4, during the 2011 Conservative conference, Forest will present Stand Up For Liberty!, a drinks reception followed by 60 minutes of live stand-up comedy.

To demonstrate the serious nature of what I hope will become an annual event, we have hired The Comedy Store, booking both the main bar and the theatre-style auditorium which can hold upwards of 300 people.

We are now negotiating to book an MC and two highly rated comedians. They're not household names but they have appeared on national television and their politically-inspired stand-up routines have attracted rave reviews.

Before you ask, the purpose of Stand Up For Liberty! is to convey our message in the most entertaining and unusual manner possible.

Politics and comedy? It's a perfect fit.

The event is free and outside the secure area so anyone can attend. I hope you will join us.

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