Spiky Mike

Comedy's answer to Britain's Got Talent and X-Factor.

Twelve promising comedians put themselves at the mercy of the audience in an attempt to be triumphant on the night.

Judges chosen from the audience decide who advances to the final and then the whole audience chooses the winner in a communal clap-off.

Many of the top comedians started their careers this way so you may be watching the next John Bishop or Sarah Millican!

The lively and cordial Spiky Mike is host and compere for the night.