THE Haymarket theatre will be exploding with rib-tickling, raucous laughter on Sunday, October 3.

The Basingstoke theatre has teamed up with comedy club Jongleurs to bring the best in live stand-up to the town.

Each of the four performers on the bill has their own unique style. This may be something to do with the fact that they come from, and some have travelled all four corners of the globe.

Performer Brian Higgins from Scotland has a strong set, full of life stories and comedic anecdotes of his paramedic days. He even covers jocks living in London.

William Smith is one of the most in-demand stand-up comedians in the UK today. He has been described as a cross between Stephen Fry and Willie Rushton.

Standing a full 6ft 7in, dynamic performer Colin Cole hails from Australia, where he is one of the biggest names in comedy. Colin's delivery is fast and furious.

Mark Maier's lively and engaging improvisational style, which he picked up in LA and taught in London will also be a highlight of the night.

Tickets are priced £10. For more information, call the box office on: 0870 770 1088.