You know I hate to use the 'C' word - especially when it's so early (in the year), so I'll use the 'X' word instead. Yes, this year's Rock with Laughter 2010 shows have been announced at Birmingham's LG Arena in readiness for Xmas, featuring Lenny Henry as the host, as per the 2009 shows.

Joining Lenny between Friday 10th and Sunday 12th December will be British soulstress Beverley Knight, Irish comic Ed Byrne, Rolf Harris (plus wobble board), chatty man Alan Carr, Jo Brand, seasonal ABBA tribute faves: Bjorn Again, Slade (it's [not] Christmas without them) and reformed Comic Strip comedian/ actor Adrian Edmondson and the Bad Shepherds. So, if you fancy a bit of seasonal rib-tickling, along with some groovy sounds, you'll be needing some tickets, and you'll be pleased to hear that they are now on sale, priced between £22.50 for tiered seating to £32.50 for floor seating - check below for availability.