Plymouth: A Funny Old City | Plymouth Comedy Festival: The Box - Learning Room

A History of Laughter in Plymouth A historical talk exploring Plymouth’s relationship with humour, from sea shanties to the present day. What can the things that make us laugh tell us about the place we call home? Plymouth: A Funny Old City takes a different look at the city’s past, following the thread of humour through its songs, stories, working life and popular entertainment. From humour used to lift spirits in difficult times to the jokes, characters and traditions that brought people together, the talk explores the place laughter has occupied in Plymouth life and what it can tell us about the people who lived here. What did Plymouth people find funny? What did they laugh about? And what can that reveal about life in a changing city? For anyone interested in Plymouth, local history or the stories hidden behind everyday life, this is an invitation to explore the city’s past from a rather different perspective. Please note: this is a historical talk, not a stand-up comedy performance.