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The comedy world often appears to be unduly cruel to some. While a mere seven people witnessed The Future, the next show in the same room, a dire kids
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extractor fan. The comedic twists from such obtuse scenarios are delivered with precision and power. The only doubt this show raised came within the first four seconds when first appearances suggested that this might just be some cocky kids trying their luck. After nine seconds, it was evident that the humble gathering was about to witness something very special indeed. For several days afterwards as 2.10pm approached, I wished that it was time to go
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