The best comedy shows in London this weekend

Comedy Store

There’s no doubt about it, the Comedy Store is the daddy of all comedy clubs, and what most other gigs strive to be. Seemingly as old as London itself, the club has been instrumental in the growth of alternative comedy, and still to this day hosts stunning shows most nights of the week. At weekends they host conservative stand-up shows, with circuit stalwarts performing their tried-and-tested sets. See each occurrence for the individual line-ups. Check out our guide to the Comedy Store.

Nina Conti – Dolly Mixtures

• Critics choice

Outstanding ventriloquist Nina Conti has long been a circuit favourite, but her excellent BBC Four documentaries have introduced her to a whole new audience. Conti's puppetry is so convincing you almost forget she's controlling the monkey, until you remember she's got her hand up its arse. In her new show she introduces new characters including her daughter, handyman, gran, oldest friend and a stray dog, with plenty of veering from the script.

Angel Comedy

• Free

Comedy from the best of the open mic circuit plus an experienced headliner, every Saturday night and some Fridays too. This room gets absolutely rammed, so do get there early if you'd like a seat. To check the latest line-ups, click on each occurrence below.

Omid Djalili – Live

Star of his own self-titled BBC series 'The Omid Djalili Show', the Iranian stand-up is back doing what he does best; whipping an intimate room in the heart of London into hysterics with silly dances, witty anecdotes and sharp gags. Sure, he's conquered Hollywood with roles in 'Sex and the City' and 'The Mummy', but it's good to have him back on stage in the UK.

Friday Night Freakshow

For a fourth year, the twisted showcase of the best dark and delicious variety old London town has to offer returns to the wonderground. Shocking, hysterical and downright weird, some of the finest performers from the alternative cabaret circuit and the darkest recesses of the comedy world come out to play. Presented by Time Out Live.

Angel Comedy

• Free

Comedy from the best of the open mic circuit plus an experienced headliner, every Saturday night and some Fridays too. This room gets absolutely rammed, so do get there early if you'd like a seat. To check the latest line-ups, click on each occurrence below.

The T-Bird Comedy Bin

• Free

Weekly open mic compered by Marilyn Muruako. Check the occurrences for the latest line-ups.