Comedians is a play by English dramatist Trevor Griffiths.
It's 1975 in a schoolroom near Manchester. Eddie Waters, a respected northern comedian, runs an evening class for would-be comedians.
Tonight is the last lesson before they present their acts in front of a traditional northern audience.
A London agent has arrived to assess their acts and open the door of fame and fortune to the lucky few. But at what price?"
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